The Bible Blast SYC Program is a part of “Release Time”, a Pennsylvania State Approved Program which allows public school students in Grades 3-6 to be dismissed from school for religious instruction for up to 30 hours per school year. Students must have parental permission to participate. Bible Blast SYC is not illegal in any state, but laws and restrictions vary from state to state. Bible Blast runs from the first week in October until the last week in April and takes place at the following schools and locations:
- Shrewsbury Elementary
- Wednesday’s, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM @ Grace Church Shrewsbury
- Southern Elementary
- Thursday’s, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM @ Bethlehem Steltz Reformed Church
- Friendship Elementary
- Thursday’s, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM @ Bethlehem Steltz Reformed Church
What Happens at Bible Blast SYC?
After being transported from the elementary school to the hosting church, the Bible Blast SYC program is structured into three main parts:
- Singing & Small Snack
- A Bible Lesson & Scripture
- Small Group Time with Review and Prayer
Through this time, students can earn points for various activities, such as memorizing monthly Bible verses, wearing their Bible Blast T-Shirt, bringing their Bible, inviting a friend, which them earns them various gifts and prizes.
For More Information or Questions, Please Contact
- Pastor Jeffery A. Slemp, Jr. – Grace Church Shrewsbury – pastorjeff@graceshrewsbury.com
- Pastor John Dorr – Bethlehem Steltz EPC – jcdorrjr@ymail.com