
Join us for a week of faith, friendship, and fun as children discover the beauty and wonder of the Holy Mass. Through Scripture, music, crafts, games, saints, and hands-on activities, participants will encounter Jesus in the Eucharist and deepen their understanding of our Catholic faith.
July 13–17, 2026
9:00 AM–12:00 PM
The Basilica School of Saint Mary
Whether you are registering a child, encouraging a teen to serve, or considering volunteering as an adult, Vacation Bible School is a beautiful way to support the faith formation of our parish children and build up our Basilica community.
Rising Kindergarten–Grade 5
Children are invited to spend the week learning about the Mass through faith lessons,
games, music, crafts, saints, Scripture, and friendship.
Rising Grades 6–8
Grow in leadership and service while assisting VBS stations, activities,
and small groups alongside our teen and adult leadership team.
Rising Grades 9–12 & Graduated Seniors
Serve as a VBS counselor and help lead children through a week of faith,
fun, discipleship, and community while developing your own leadership skills.
Parents & Parishioners
Adult volunteers help create a safe, welcoming, and faith-filled experience
through hospitality, station leadership, registration, and support roles.
We look forward to welcoming children, teens, and adults from across the parish for this beautiful week of faith, service, and community.
The Basilica of Saint Mary
310 South Royal Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Main Offices
313 Duke Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Contact
Phone: 703-836-4100
Fax: 703-549-3605
Email Contact
Office Hours
Monday-Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
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