06/07/2026
🌟✨ DAY 5 RECAP | NORTHCREST VBS 2026 – ILLUMINATION STATION ✨🌟
📅 Friday, June 5, 2026
What an incredible ending to an amazing week of VBS!
As we look back on Illumination Station: Shining a Light on Who Jesus Really Is, our hearts are full of gratitude for all God has done this week. Thank you to every child, parent, grandparent, volunteer, teacher, leader, and prayer warrior who helped make VBS 2026 such a special week.
📸 These 50 photos and videos capture just a few of the memories from our final day and VBS Commencement celebration.
💡 DAY 5: Jesus Is God's Plan for Forgiveness
❓ Spotlight Question: Why do I need to respond to Jesus?
➡️ Jesus is the only way to receive God's forgiveness.
🎯 Today's Point:
Jesus is God's plan for forgiveness.
📖 Bible Story:
Peter Preached About Jesus
(Acts 2)
📜 Bonus Verse:
"Repent and be baptized, each of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit."
— Acts 2:38
Friday's attendance was 398 children and volunteers, and our final enrollment for the week reached 478. We averaged 404 in attendance each day throughout the week!
But numbers only tell part of the story.
The greatest highlight of the week was seeing 14 boys and girls place their faith in Jesus Christ. We praise God for every life that was changed and every seed that was planted. Please continue praying for these new believers and their families as they begin their journey of following Christ.
🎉 We also wrapped up our Jazzy Jay vs. BeBopping Beau Playground Challenge! 🎉
Together, our VBS families raised more than $1,200 to help build a playground for children in the Dominican Republic! 🇩🇴🛝
While we didn't quite reach our $3,000 goal, we are incredibly thankful for every gift that was given. Even better, additional donations came in after Friday's count!
There is still time to help us reach our goal and provide a safe place for children in the Dominican Republic to play, laugh, and experience the love of Jesus. If you would like to contribute, simply designate your gift for VBS Playground Challenge.
Another special moment was seeing our Worship Center filled with parents, grandparents, family members, and friends for our VBS Commencement Service. What a joy it was to celebrate everything God accomplished during the week!
✨ VBS 2026 by the Numbers:
💡 478 Enrolled
💡 404 Daily Average Attendance
💡 Over $1,200 Raised for Dominican Republic Missions
💡 14 Professions of Faith in Jesus Christ
Most importantly, children heard the Gospel, learned who Jesus really is, and were challenged to shine brightly for Him in a dark world.
If you don't have a church home, we would love to invite you to worship with us at Northcrest Baptist Church.
📍 Northcrest Baptist Church
3412 N Hills Street
Meridian, MS
We would love to meet you!
Plan your visit at:
https://www.northcrestbaptist.com/planyourvisit
Thank you for an unforgettable week. To God be the glory for the great things He has done! 🙌💡🌟
