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Hey,I'm Ollie!

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Are you ready for the
Snowball Mountain Challenge?

Welcome VBS
Challengers!

This summer, we’re thrilled to embark on an ice-cold adventure packed with exciting activities. Along the way, Ollie the Arctic Seal and our Activities Director—also known as the Snowball Challenge Captain—will guide us through the Bible each day. Together, we’ll discover how God helped Bible heroes—and still helps people today—face challenges by finding their strength in Him. Challengers will learn that with God’s strength, they can do more than they ever imagined!

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Each day begins with high-energy worship at the Snowball Celebration Lodge alongside our friend Ollie. Then, Challengers will rotate through a variety of fun and engaging stations like creating crafts at Icicle Craft Cove, playing winter-themed games at Glacier Games Arena, and taking a break at Snowflake Snack Shack and Ollie’s Tasty Treats. They’ll also explore hands-on science activities in  Arctic Expedition Labs, and dive into powerful Lift Lessons (Bible Stories) at Ollie’s Adventure Theater.

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In addition, we’ll highlight a different mission partner each day, giving families and our VBS Challengers meaningful opportunities to support local ministries

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MOUNTAIN MOTTO: 

“I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13

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Challenger
Tips

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Challenger Info: Groupings, Check-In & Pick-Up

To make our on Snowball Mountain extra fun and organized, all Travelers are grouped by the grade they just completed.

  • Preschool, VPK, and Kindergarten Travelers will meet in the Children’s Center and Powell Hall.

  • 1st–5th Grade Travelers will be in Disciples’ Hall 

  • Each family will get an email approximately 1 week prior to first day of VBS with your child’s assigned classroom building and room number. 

🚗 Morning Check-In: 8:45 a.m. Check-in is at 8:45 a.m. in each Challenger’s assigned classroom. Make sure your child arrives at their classroom by 9:00 a.m. If you are running late, please bring your child to the Sanctuary as we will be in there until 9:35AM or contact me at 352-572-8939.

🛑 Afternoon Pick-Up: 12:15 p.m. Challengers should be signed out from their assigned classroom at 12:15 p.m. Please remain outside your child’s building until 12:15 p.m., as our classroom leaders are actively transitioning children across campus. For everyone’s safety, guardians are not permitted on stairs or inside hallways while waiting.


Please note that all Challengers must be signed out by an authorized adult listed on their pick-up form, and a valid ID is required at dismissal. 

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Let’s make this Snowball Mountain Challenge one to remember!

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Skoops Italian Ice Truck

St. Andrew's will be selling tickets for $3.00 CASH each . Parents must purchase a ticket outside after parent pick-up on Wednesday, July 15 at st. Andrew's table before going to Skoops to get Italian ice. 

Challenger Group Names

Find your strength in God!

Nursery: Ollie’s Baby Bay

Preschool: The Snowflake Sprouts

VPK: The Penguin Pathfinders

Kindergarten: The Snowball Scouts

1st Grade: The Ice Trekkers

2nd Grade: The Glacier Guiders

3rd Grade: The Arctic Adventurers

4th Grade: The Summit Seekers

5th Grade: Snowball Summit News Network (SSNN)

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Activity Locations

Assembly Hall (Sanctuary): Snowball Celebration Lodge

PreK Crafts: Icicle Craft Cove

Elementary Crafts: Glacier Creation Station

PreK Science: Penguin Peek Lab

Elementary Science: Arctic Expedition Lab

PreK Playground: Snow Cub Play Yard 

Elementary Recreation: Glacier Games Arena

PreK Snacks: Ollie’s Tasty Treats

Elementary Snacks: Snowflake Snack Shack

PreK Theater: Ollie’s Adventure Theater

Elementary Theater: Summit Story Theater

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MONDAY

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Shirt Color: Wear your class color

Preschool: Blue; VPK: Green; Kindergarten: Orange; 1st Grade: Purple or Grey; 2nd Grade: Yellow; 3rd Grade: Black; 4th Grade: Red; 5th: White 

Lift Lesson: I can share my gifts!​

Scripture: Genesis 40: 1- 41:45​

Mountain Motto: “I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13​

Summit Story Theater (1st – 5th)/Ollie’s Adventure Theater (PreK-Kinder): Joseph Interprets Dreams â€‹

Mission: Hope for Her (girls and boys underwear sizes 4T-14)

TUESDAY

Shirt Color: Blue

Lift Lesson: I can be brave!​

Scripture: Genesis 40: 1- 41:45​

Mountain Motto: “I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13​

Summit Story Theater (1st – 5th)/Ollie’s Adventure Theater (PreK-Kinder): Joseph Interprets Dreams â€‹

Mission: ECHO (peanut butter)

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WEDNESDAY

Wear Your VBS Shirt
Today is Group Picture Day!

Lift Lesson Theme: I can give my all!​

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44​

Mountain Motto: “I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13​

Summit Story Theater (1st – 5th)/Ollie’s Adventure Theater (PreK-Kinder): The Widow’s Offering  â€‹

Mission: The Food Pantry (non-perishable items; no expired goods)

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THURSDAY

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Shirt Color: Red

Lift Lesson Theme: I can pray!​

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46​

Mountain Motto: “I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13​

Summit Story Theater (1st – 5th)/Ollie’s Adventure Theater (PreK-Kinder): Jesus Prays in the Garden â€‹ 

Mission: ECHO (adult tooth brush and toothpaste)  

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FRIDAY

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Shirt Color: Green 

Lift Lesson Theme: I can hope! â€‹

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10​

Mountain Motto: “I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13​

Summit Story Theater (1st – 5th)/Ollie’s Adventure Theater (PreK-Kinder): Peter and John at the Temple â€‹

Mission: Hope for Her (cereal; no expired goods) 

Snowball Mountain Assistance

If you have questions or need assistance during VBS Week, email christine.knudsen@saumc.net or click the "Email" button to send us a message and one of our VBS Camp Manager will contact you as soon as possible. 

Thanks for contacting Camp Support. A VBS Camp Manager will contact you shortly.

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