Rome VBS Starter Kit

Welcome to your 2026 Holy Land Adventure VBS—where the Bible comes to life right before your eyes!

At Rome, everyone gets to explore firsthand the culture of Paul’s world. They’ll experience the heartbreaking trials, joyous victories, and tear-filled celebrations of this unique Bible hero. God’s Word comes alive as families enjoy traditional Bible-times customs, occupations, food, and even games!

• Ultimate Director Go-To Guide®: Contains everything you need to plan a successful program, recruit and train volunteers, publicize your program, and follow up with families after the big event.
• Rome Clip Art & Resources CD: You’ll find eye-catching extras to add Bible-times flair to your VBS! Includes reproducible clip art, forms, program resources, publicity helps, and more.
  • 1 of these is included in your Starter Kit, but you may want a few extras!
• Make Yourself at Home in Rome Recruiting, Overview & Pass-Along Training DVD: This DVD has everything you need to get your church and volunteers geared up and excited for VBS!
  • Volunteer recruiting commercials
  • Video training segments for directors, center leaders, and Family Leaders
  • All-church commercials to create excitement for your VBS
  • 1 of these is included in your Starter Kit, but you may want a few extras!
• VBS P.R.O.® Instructions: A director favorite, this online event management system is the easiest and most effective way to manage your VBS! These easy instructions will show you how to use this system for online registration and program organizing.
• Extollo Leader Manual: The Rome VBS Extollo Leader Manual includes easy-to-follow instructions for leading everyone in Opening and Closing Celebration at VBS.
• Apprenticeship Games Leader Manual: The Rome VBS Apprenticeship Games Leader Manual includes easy-to-follow instructions for leading the authentic, interactive games at VBS.
• Paul & the Underground Church Leader Manual: The Paul & The Underground Church Leader manual includes easy-to-follow instructions for leading this interactive station where participants meet with Paul and other members of the underground church.
• Drama Team Leader Manual: The Rome VBS Drama Booklet includes easy-to-follow instructions for each Daily Drama at VBS.
• Shopkeeper Manual: The Rome VBS Shopkeeper Leader Manual includes easy-to-follow instructions for setting up and leading projects at all of the Marketplace shops.
• Sample Family Time Teaching Kit (includes Family Time Leader Manual): Instantly equip your leaders... with the Family Time Teaching Kit! You’ll only need 1 kit for every Family of up to 10 kids. This versatile small-group leader’s kit delivers everything your volunteers need to inspire lasting Bible learning at Family Time sessions. It includes meaningful object lessons, life-application discussions, and unique experiences that make Scripture stick.
• Extollo Music Leader 2-CD Set: Disc 1 includes all 9 Rome VBS songs with vocals—plus instrumental accompaniment tracks AND a bonus Marketplace Soundtrack. On Disc 2, you get PowerPoint slideshows of all the song lyrics.
  • 1 of these is included in your Starter Kit, but you may want a few extras!
• Extollo Music DVD: On-screen lyrics and kids-leading-kids in motions help the Extollo Leader learn and then teach all of the Rome VBS Extollo songs.
  • 1 of these is included in your Starter Kit, but you may want a few extras!
• Sample Set of Bible Memory Makers: Keep a reminder of God’s Word with you. Each day at your Rome VBS, every person receives a special Bible Memory Maker—a Scripture reminder of what it means to live God’s Word. These sturdy plastic take-home keepsakes are printed with the daily Scriptures to remind kids of what they learned. Sold in packages of 50, enough for 10 kids.
• Postcards From Rome Student Book Sample: Everyone will have fun with the Postcards From Rome student books! At Rome, these help participants learn about Paul’s world, explore the Bible, and celebrate God’s Word!
• Marketplace Shop Samples Pack: This sampler includes all of the student resources used in the fun and interactive Marketplace Shops! You’ll want one of each for every participant!
• Follow-Up Foto Frame™ Sample: This cute gift helps keep the memory of Rome VBS alive for years to come. The Follow-Up Foto Frame holds a 4 in. x 6 in. photo.
• Name Badge Sample: Place a sturdy badge on every volunteer and child for quick and easy check-in! Approximately 4 in. x 2.75 in (sold in pkg of 10).
• Bandura Sample: These cool, stretchy, wear-how-you-want-to Family identifiers coordinate with your Rome VBS Family names. They enhance Family identity for kids—and help leaders instantly see who belongs where! 100% polyester, approx. 9 ½ in. x 9 ½ in.
• Sticker Sheet Sample: Everyone loves stickers! You’ll get a package of 10 sheets of stickers featuring the characters, logo, and more! 8.5 in. x 11 in. and loads of fun!
• Sample Roman Coins: Each day at Rome VBS, kids receive 3 of these replica coins to spend in the Marketplace—and help them “budget” their time. They’ll give one to each shopkeeper as they enter a new shop. These decorative coins are fun and “spendable” all week long! (sold in packages of 100).
• Coin Pouch Sample: This 3¼ in. x 5 in. cloth bag is perfect for kids to use when carrying small VBS mementos and treasures. Every child at Rome VBS will want one! Made of 100% cotton (including drawstring). Sold in packages of 10.
• Publicity Poster Sample: You’ll receive one of these attention-grabbing 17 in. x 22 in. posters for promoting your VBS event in your church and around your community. Use these as a way to invite everyone to join in the fun at Rome VBS. Sold in packages of 5.

Learn more about Rome VBS 2026, where everyone gets to explore firsthand the culture of Paul’s world. They'll experience the heartbreaking trials, joyous victories, and tear-filled celebrations of this unique Bible hero.