‘Inside Out’ at HR Church of Christ
Hood River Church of Christ will be taking a look at what goes on inside our hearts this year as we discover how Jesus turns hearts INSIDE OUT Aug. 3-7.
Children in sixth grade and younger are invited. To register, call Cody Singleton at 541-490-2696, or show up about 10-15 minutes early on opening day.
Tucker Road Baptist
Tucker Road Baptist Church, 1455 Tucker Road, Hood River, will hold its annual Vacation Bible School July 13-17, from 9 a.m. to noon. The theme of this year’s VBS is “Journey off the Map,” for children ages 4-5, 6-8, and 9-11. Teachers are working very hard to make an exciting VBS this year.
The day will begin at 9 a.m. with the Worship Rally, then it’s off to a creative Bible study in the Book of Daniel. After the Bible study, comes snack and recreation (games) time, journey with a missionary (learn about missions), or a special project during craft time. And there is a big surprise at the end of each day; a Christian Illusionist is coming.
Pre-register at trbaptistchurch.org. For more information, call the church phone at 541-386-1049.
Parkdale, Odell churches
Parkdale Community Church, Parkdale Nazarene, Parkdale Baptist and Pillar Bible Fellowship of Odell together will hold Vacation Bible School the week of Aug. 3 -7.
“Outrigger Island” classes will be held at Parkdale Community Church on Baseline Road in Parkdale, where children will learn about Jesus through songs, bible stories and crafts.
Families are invited to gather at the church at 5:00 p.m. and enjoy a light meal, then children ages pre-K through incoming fifth graders are invited to attend VBS classes starting at 5:30 p.m.
For more information or if you would like to help, contact Pastor Mark at Parkdale Community Church at 541-352-7747 or at 541-490-4511.
Riverside UCC
Looking for a summer camp that incorporates art, outdoor activities, music, games and healthy snacks? Sign up for Riverside’s “Earth Camp,” where kids will grow in faith, have fun, and change the world.
Riverside Earth Camp is an environmentally focused 5-day experience that inspires kids to make a difference with their own unique approach and gifts to the world. We start each day with gathering music, crafts and skits, then move through four different classrooms, where we use touch, taste, sound, visuals and real-life demonstrations to teach kids an appreciation and respect for this planet that we call home.
The program will be based on an earthly story with heavenly meaning — a parable from the teachings of Jesus. Every day, the kids will be exploring an environmental question, such as, “What do seeds need in order to grow?” along with a spiritual question, like, “What do I need in order to grow?”
Riverside Earth Camp will be held at Riverside Church, 317 State St. Registration is $50 for the week and includes healthy snacks. Grades K-5 (ages 5-11) welcome.
To register, visit www.riversideucc.com — see “Nurture Your Children” link — and mail to RCC, PO Box 656, Hood River, OR 97031. Extra donations welcome; scholarships available.
Columbia Gorge Peace Village
Registration is now open for Columbia Gorge Peace Village, held Aug. 3-7. Camp is open to children ages 6-13. Full camp fee is $335 per camper; scholarships available. Registration is limited to 150 campers. To register, visit bit.ly/1dGSxkn or email info@columbiagorge peacevillage.com.
Send Vacation Bible School information to twalker@hoodrivernews.com or call 541-386-1234.

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