Buried Treasure is a fun game for all ages. It works well for Vacation Bible School or youth ministry. Everyone enjoys playing in a sandbox! For older players, use smaller treasures to make them more difficult to find.
Active Games
Musical Statues Game
This is an active game which encourages youth to get up and move. It makes a good break between more sedentary activities.
Fruit Salad Game
This is an easy no-prep circle game for youth ministry, Vacation Bible School (VBS), church camp, or religious ed. It could be used for a lesson on the Fruits of the Spirit or to accompany discussion about “bearing good fruit”.
Caboose on the Loose (Game for VBS or Youth Ministry)
This is a train themed game. It is an active, running game and requires not equipment. Use it as a bonus activity for Rocky Railway VBS or to have some fun at a youth ministry meeting.
Drip Drip Drop Game for Youth Ministry
This is a water game for teenagers which can be played indoors if you don’t mind wiping up a few puddles at the end. It is basically Duck Duck Goose with water.
Sacrament Scavenger Hunt for Youth Ministry or VBS
This scavenger hunt introduces some of the symbols and concepts of the sacraments in a fun way. Hide various sacrament related items around your meeting space or grounds. Here is a list and some tips. Some of the items are directly related to sacraments. Others are more “fun” to start up a conversation. Use whatever you feel is best for your group and meeting. These are just ideas.
Crown the King (VBS Game or Youth Ministry Game)
Or maybe it should be called “Uncrown the King” because the goal is to knock off other player’s crowns and keep your own. This is an active game, so it is best played outdoors, in a gym, or in a meeting room with some open space.
Train Tag (VBS or Youth Ministry Game)
This is a no supplies required game which can be used on the spur of the moment. This makes it perfect for youth ministry, youth group, or Vaction Bible School, especially the Rocky Railway VBS theme.
Sleeping Conductor (VBS Game or Youth Ministry Game)
This is a fun easy game for youth group or Vacation Bible School. All you need is a small piece of paper to be the ticket. It is moderately active and can be played indoors or outdoors. Since there is not a lot of running, it even works in a meeting room.
Guard the Treasure (Game for VBS or Youth Ministry)
This is an active game for youth which can be played in a relativity small indoor area. One youth guards the “treasure” while the thieves try to steal it.