Summer can be a great time to bond with your children and maybe even a time to let your own “inner child” come out to play. But it also can be a stressful and chaotic time when kids can misbehave because of boredom.Here are some great family activities to consider that also won’t break the bank:Camping;Picnics;Treasure hunts;Visit the library/library summer programs;Nature walks; andSwimming.Did you know your local church usually has summer activities for children as well?SunRise Church offers several summer opportunities for children including Vacation Bible School.At VBS, children will get the opportunity to learn more about Jesus, along with games, crafts, food and more.VBS is offered at both church campuses this year.To show children the gift of helping others consider #Thursday summer program in Wright City where families can volunteer and reach out to people in the community by providing food, song and Scripture to those who may be a little less fortunate.During Sunday worship services, SunRise offers children’s programming called SunKids (preschool through fifth grade).Kids in kindergarten through sixth grade will be offered a chance to play Upward Soccer starting early August at the Wright City campus. Upward Soccer helps develop children mentally, athletically, spiritually and socially both on and off the field.For more information on any of these programs, visit www.sunrisefamily.org or email SunRise Church at info@sunrisefamily.org or call 636 978 2727.SunRise Church