Charlottesville Area Bible Bee

It could be said that the cornerstone of the Bible Bee is scripture memorization.  Participants in the Summer Study will have 2 passages each week to memorize.  These passages will vary in length depending on the age division you are in.  By the end of the 8-week session, you could have memorized as many as 14 Bible passages. Participants who are aiming to qualify for the National Bible Bee Competition will have an even more exciting challenge.  They will need to memorize approximately 600-1,000 verses!  How do children as young as 7 years old accomplish such a huge feat? The answer is simple. Time, effort, and consistency make memorizing any amount of scripture possible. Time, effort, and consistency make memorizing any amount of scripture possible.  No matter how old or young you are, if you consistently take the time and make the effort, you will be able to successfully commit passages of the Bible to memory.  By following a few simple guidelines, you can easily crea

When you register for the Bible Bee Summer Study, you will receive a study guide called the Discovery Journal.  This Bible study is designed to be used throughout the 8-week Summer Study program.  Participants complete one lesson per day, 5 days per week. Each lesson is divided into two sections: Navigate and Explore.  The Navigate section covers the core material for the study and takes approximately 15-20 minutes to complete.  For deeper study, you may continue on to the Explore section.  This may take an additional 10-15 minutes to complete. For Beginner and Primary participants, especially those participating for the first time, it will most likely be necessary for a parent to work through the Discovery Journal with their child.  Juniors, Seniors, and some older Primary participants should be able to work independently. Having a plan of how to study will help you to make the most of the Discovery Journal.  Here are some steps you can follow or modify so that your study tim

Essay by Hannah Chew, 10 years old Do you want to find a fun, kid-friendly activity that, if not good for your metabolism, will increase your concentration and give you an optional vacation almost every year?  I'm not talking about co-ops that go on big field trips, I mean Bible Bee.  So, what is Bible Bee? Many kids, teens, and parents have been up on the stage at Bible Bee testifying about God's work in them. Bible Bee is an excellent opportunity to learn about God and His Word.  You won't get many chances like this in your entire lifetime.  As soon as I started Bible Bee in 2015 I knew I loved it.  So, if you're looking for an interactive Bible study that includes memorization, Bible Bee's your thing. Bible Bee has brought many people close to Christ.  Many kids, teens, and parents have been up on the stage at Bible Bee testifying about God's work in them.  Some say, "Through Bible Bee, I have become so much closer to Christ...I can'

The National Bible Bee Summer Study is just around the corner, and we want YOU to join us! The Summer Study is a fantastic program designed to encourage scripture memorization and to teach kids of all ages how to study the Bible for themselves.  Using the inductive Bible study method, children learn how to: ask questions of the text discover the context of the study passage find words and their definitions in the original languages find passages from other parts of scripture that help to better understand the study passage apply biblical truths to their lives In addition to at-home Bible study, you have the option of joining a local host group.  Host groups are a great way to connect with other families.  For those living in the Charlottesville/Richmond VA area, we would love for you to sign up for our group. Registration ends May 31, so hurry up and... Register Today!