Why Bible Quizzing?
Bible Quizzing is about the blossom and the fruit. Every spring we look forward to seeing the blossoms open on various flowering trees. Their beauty brightens a world that is still caught in the final throes of the drabness of winter. The brilliant pinks, whites and purples bolster our hope for better days ahead. The blossom is beautiful. We love it. Admire it. The only thing that beats it is the fruit that comes from it.
Bible Quizzing promotes kids/youth to blossom in their faith understanding, and then helps them in making wise and godly life decisions (the fruit!). We quiz because intentional study of the Bible helps secure God's Word in the heart and mind for quick and ready reference in times of decision and need.
Please understand, Bible quizzing is not magic. It takes time, commitment, and endurance. And just like the blossoms of springtime lead to a harvest of fruit in the late summer and fall, you too will reap a harvest in your child's life.
Bible quizzing will:
Bible Quizzing promotes kids/youth to blossom in their faith understanding, and then helps them in making wise and godly life decisions (the fruit!). We quiz because intentional study of the Bible helps secure God's Word in the heart and mind for quick and ready reference in times of decision and need.
Please understand, Bible quizzing is not magic. It takes time, commitment, and endurance. And just like the blossoms of springtime lead to a harvest of fruit in the late summer and fall, you too will reap a harvest in your child's life.
Bible quizzing will:
- Give you a fuller understanding of God and yourself.
- Give you understanding of God's Word and application to daily life.
- Give you greater confidence to speak in front of others.
- Give you new friends who also love the Lord
- Give you what you need to become a more committed follower or disciple of Jesus Christ
- Give you meaning and purpose for your life.
Bible Quizzing FAQs
Q: When does the new season begin?
A: The season begins in September. The Little league season will continue into April or early May culminating with a dinner and award Camp YoliJwa scholarship award ceremony. The Jr/Sr High season will continue until the last week of July ending with a trip to the Nationals Bible Quizzing Tournament held at a camp in western PA or Central Ohio.
Q: What are the age limits/requirements?
A: Little League: 3rd grade - 5th grade. Junior High: 6th grade - 9th grade. Senior High: 10th grade - 12th grade. Note: Jr. High Quizzers can quiz at the Sr High level if needed to complete a team of 3 quizzers.
Q: Is travel involved?
A: Yes. Travel times to monthly Bible Quizzes are typically about 1.5 hours to the host churches (we are unable to host due to our smaller facilities). The host churches we travel to are all part of the Churches of God, General Conference (CGGC).
Q: How long does a quiz event last?
A: 2-3 hours. A Bible Quiz Event consists of multiple individual 20 question quizzes that last less than 20 minutes. Each individual quiz consists of 9 quizzers, from 3 different teams with 3 quizzers each. There are multiple teams from multiple churches participating on all three levels (Little League, Jr High, Sr High), with each team quizzing 3 times during an event.
Q: How many quizzes are there in a season?
A: There are 5 Bible Quiz events during the year, one each in November, January, February, March, and April / May. Quizzing Nationals then takes place in July for Jr/Sr High quizzers.
Q: When are quizzes held?
A: On a Sunday afternoon typically from 2 - 5 pm. The season ending quiz would be later as it includes recognition, camp scholarships, and a meal.
Q: Is there any cost involved?
A: A small fee is required to register, but the church covers most or all of the cost as an investment into developing young disciples.
Q: Besides learning the Bible, is there any other reward?
A: Word of God written on your heart and in your mind is foremost but also friendships with other youth. Every quizzer receives a witness wear T-Shirt at the end of the season. The top Bible Quizzers are recognized at the end the season. And depending on how many verses you memorize during the year you can earn partial scholarships to attend a week at Camp Yolijwa during the summer.
Q: What is the role of the parent?
A: Your role as a parent is priceless. Encouraging your child to read, or even reading with your child, the chapter and verse portion on a regular schedule is most important. Reading for 10 - 15 minutes, 4 times a week is about all it really takes. You are also invited to watch a Bible Quiz. It is great way to support your child and this ministry.
Q: Can my child/youth join to study, and not quiz?
A: Yes. We have several youth who currently do this. The Bible studies are invaluable and combined with parents fulfilling their role (see previous question) will lead to life transformation. The studies are held Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 8 pm at our Church Fellowship Hall.
A: The season begins in September. The Little league season will continue into April or early May culminating with a dinner and award Camp YoliJwa scholarship award ceremony. The Jr/Sr High season will continue until the last week of July ending with a trip to the Nationals Bible Quizzing Tournament held at a camp in western PA or Central Ohio.
Q: What are the age limits/requirements?
A: Little League: 3rd grade - 5th grade. Junior High: 6th grade - 9th grade. Senior High: 10th grade - 12th grade. Note: Jr. High Quizzers can quiz at the Sr High level if needed to complete a team of 3 quizzers.
Q: Is travel involved?
A: Yes. Travel times to monthly Bible Quizzes are typically about 1.5 hours to the host churches (we are unable to host due to our smaller facilities). The host churches we travel to are all part of the Churches of God, General Conference (CGGC).
Q: How long does a quiz event last?
A: 2-3 hours. A Bible Quiz Event consists of multiple individual 20 question quizzes that last less than 20 minutes. Each individual quiz consists of 9 quizzers, from 3 different teams with 3 quizzers each. There are multiple teams from multiple churches participating on all three levels (Little League, Jr High, Sr High), with each team quizzing 3 times during an event.
Q: How many quizzes are there in a season?
A: There are 5 Bible Quiz events during the year, one each in November, January, February, March, and April / May. Quizzing Nationals then takes place in July for Jr/Sr High quizzers.
Q: When are quizzes held?
A: On a Sunday afternoon typically from 2 - 5 pm. The season ending quiz would be later as it includes recognition, camp scholarships, and a meal.
Q: Is there any cost involved?
A: A small fee is required to register, but the church covers most or all of the cost as an investment into developing young disciples.
Q: Besides learning the Bible, is there any other reward?
A: Word of God written on your heart and in your mind is foremost but also friendships with other youth. Every quizzer receives a witness wear T-Shirt at the end of the season. The top Bible Quizzers are recognized at the end the season. And depending on how many verses you memorize during the year you can earn partial scholarships to attend a week at Camp Yolijwa during the summer.
Q: What is the role of the parent?
A: Your role as a parent is priceless. Encouraging your child to read, or even reading with your child, the chapter and verse portion on a regular schedule is most important. Reading for 10 - 15 minutes, 4 times a week is about all it really takes. You are also invited to watch a Bible Quiz. It is great way to support your child and this ministry.
Q: Can my child/youth join to study, and not quiz?
A: Yes. We have several youth who currently do this. The Bible studies are invaluable and combined with parents fulfilling their role (see previous question) will lead to life transformation. The studies are held Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 8 pm at our Church Fellowship Hall.
