Bible Visuals International

Bible Visuals International With ministry partners worldwide, BVI is committed to helping children see Jesus. Bible Visuals is located in Akron, Pennsylvania just north of Lancaster City.

Bible Visuals International (BVI) is a nonprofit publishing ministry that creates and distributes affordable, accessible, and adaptable children’s ministry materials. Despite the scope of its materials, it is a small organization with only three full-time employees and two part-time employees. A Board of Directors made up of local Christians also help guide the ministry. In addition, freelance art

ists along with faithful volunteers and translators allow BVI to continue to exist for the furtherance of the Gospel. BVI is a 501 (c)(3) organization meaning that donations play a major role in the existence of the ministry.

Thankful for this volunteer team who showed up today to help with with a mailing and a bunch of other things around the ...
06/22/2026

Thankful for this volunteer team who showed up today to help with with a mailing and a bunch of other things around the office. Most of the group were HS Seniors and sponsors from Emmanuel Baptist Academy in Penn Yan, NY. Michele from Pennsylvania also joined. She’s been volunteering offsite too by helping us create keyword sheet outlines for our various stories.

This Independence Day, teach children about the Founding Father who trusted God through trials.Roger Sherman’s story is ...
06/22/2026

This Independence Day, teach children about the Founding Father who trusted God through trials.

Roger Sherman’s story is perfect for your family, Sunday School, VBS, or other Bible club, showing children that God strengthens His people and equips them for the tasks He calls them to do. Through this important Independence Day lesson, teach children to trust in God and rely on Him for strength.

Featuring 8 full-color illustrations, a map, memory verse poster, and two-chapter teaching text, this engaging story helps connect American history with Biblical truth.

Find When I Am Weak in both print and digital formats here: https://biblevisuals.org/product/5780-when-i-am-weak/

This Father's Day, share a gospel-centered story that celebrates the lasting impact of a faithful father and the love of...
06/15/2026

This Father's Day, share a gospel-centered story that celebrates the lasting impact of a faithful father and the love of our Heavenly Father. Through the true story of missionary John Paton, children will see how God used his father, James Paton, to be a faithful example, and how his prayers and encouragement helped to shape a life devoted to serving Christ.

Filled with biblical truth and a clear gospel message, Our Father’s House shows that God is faithful and that through Jesus, everyone has a place in the Father's house.

This is a meaningful story of Godly fatherhood to share with your family or Sunday school this Father’s Day! Find Our Father's House in both print and digital formats: BibleVisuals.org/FathersDay

This is an exciting year for our nation! As you celebrate Independence Day during the United States Semiquincentennial, ...
06/12/2026

This is an exciting year for our nation! As you celebrate Independence Day during the United States Semiquincentennial, discover the quiet faith behind one of America’s founding voices.

Roger Sherman was the only Founding Father to sign all four great state documents of the United States: the Continental Association, the Declaration of Independence, the Articles of Confederation, and the U.S. Constitution! His story reminds us that God often uses our weakness to teach us dependence on Him.

Click here to order When I Am Weak in print or digital formats: https://biblevisuals.org/product/5780-when-i-am-weak/

Looking for meaningful family activities this summer? We have an exciting family challenge, and children ages 3-13 are a...
06/11/2026

Looking for meaningful family activities this summer?
We have an exciting family challenge, and children ages 3-13 are able to participate for prizes!

Once families complete the required tasks by READING Christian biographies, GATHERING around the Word of God, and WALKING by the Way through Bible-based family activities, each child will earn a prize package (including coupons for free treats from local businesses!) and an entry into a prize drawing for Sight & Sound tickets!

Pick up or print out challenge forms by going to BibleVisuals.org/Summer26 or by visiting our office at 650 Main St, Akron, PA 17501. Come anytime between 9am-4pm Tuesdays and Thursdays, or call ahead at 717-859-1131 to ensure someone will be at the office.

Not local? You can still join in by partnering with your church, school, etc., to plan prizes for your community, and you are still able to enter to win Sight & Sound tickets! Visit BibleVisuals.org/Summer26 for customizable forms.

As your family completes this challenge together, we hope that your summer is full of fun and meaningful activities! Don't hesitate to reach out with any questions!

Happy 3rd anniversary to W Donuts, our friends and neighbors. They make make Akron a sweeter place. So, stop by their lo...
06/04/2026

Happy 3rd anniversary to W Donuts, our friends and neighbors. They make make Akron a sweeter place. So, stop by their location today to help them celebrate. Plus, you can drop by our showroom and pick up forms for our Walking by the Way summer program for families!

Don’t waste your summer! This summer BVI has an exciting family challenge with fun prizes (including a prize drawing for...
05/28/2026

Don’t waste your summer!

This summer BVI has an exciting family challenge with fun prizes (including a prize drawing for Sight & Sound tickets!) Children ages 3-13 are able to participate for prizes, but this challenge is for the whole family to grow together in the faith. Visit BibleVisuals.org/Summer26 to learn more!

Our hope is that as children READ Christian biographies, GATHER around the Word of God as a family, and WALK by the way through Bible-based family activities, your summer is full of both fun family memories and meaningful discipleship conversations.

Here’s how to participate:
1. Pick up or print out a form for each child ages 3-13. Download and print forms and activity pages at BibleVisuals.org/Summer26. Or pick up forms and printed activity pages at the BVI office (650 Main St, Akron, PA 17501). Visit us any time between 9am and 4pm Tuesdays or Thursdays, or call ahead at 717-859-1131 to ensure someone will be at the office.
2. Complete required tasks: 2 tasks from the READ and GATHER categories, and 3 activities from the WALK category (detailed information at BibleVisuals.org/Summer26).
3. Turn in your form at the BVI office by 9/1/26 for a prize package and an entry into the Sight & Sound tickets prize drawing! Complete all activities in the WALK category and get an extra entry into the ticket drawing. Earn an extra prize by sending a photo of activities to [email protected].

Not local? Not a problem! You can still join in by partnering with your church, school, etc., to plan prizes for your community, and you are still able to enter to win Sight & Sound tickets! Visit BibleVisuals.org/Summer26 for customizable forms.

We’re excited to see what this summer holds for your family! Reach out anytime if you have questions!

At the end of April we gathered at Shady Maple for our 67th anniversary banquet. Our theme focused on the Acts 2:39 prom...
05/13/2026

At the end of April we gathered at Shady Maple for our 67th anniversary banquet. Our theme focused on the Acts 2:39 promise of salvation “for you, for your children and for all who are afar off.” First, a “for you” video testimony reminded us of God’s work in our own lives. We honored Mike Battaglia for his ongoing 20 years of service on our board. We also introduced new board member, Kate Kiehl, who shared of God’s work in her family during the “for your children” portion of our evening. Dr. Renton Rathbun spoke next and encouraged us in the work of creating a stickier Christian Worldview in the next generation. We finished up the evening with a world-wind Google earth tour of BVI partners and the “afar off” as God continues to draw people from all nations and all generations to Himself.

If you love BVI's illustrated hymns, we have exciting news for you! We just released TWO brand-new additions to the coll...
05/11/2026

If you love BVI's illustrated hymns, we have exciting news for you! We just released TWO brand-new additions to the collection!

While these hymns are new to BVI's library, they are likely very familiar to you. Holy, Holy, Holy and The Solid Rock are both timeless hymns that help children reflect on the character of God and the hope we have in Christ.

Each of these hymns is available now in both print and digital formats with beautiful illustrations accompanied by clearly printed lyrics. They also include additional resources like sheet music, memory verse posters, and teaching notes to help children reflect on the meaning of the words they sing. Both of these hymns can be found at BibleVisuals.org/New

The BVI banquet is TOMORROW! We are so excited to hear from our special guest, Dr. Renton Rathbun, who has served as a c...
04/29/2026

The BVI banquet is TOMORROW! We are so excited to hear from our special guest, Dr. Renton Rathbun, who has served as a college professor and textbook author for over 25 years. He speaks on biblical worldview and apologetics across the country and hosts the Apologetics-focused podcast, The Renton Rathbun Show (www.rentonrathbun.com).

We are grateful for the ways The Renton Rathbun Show has helped support the banquet. Check out the podcast for excellent content on apologetics and the next generation.

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650 Main Street
Akron, PA
17501

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm

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