As the JBQ District Coordinator for Pen Florida, I want our children to have unwavering confidence in their faith in Jesus Christ. To accomplish this, as a District we will:

1. 1. Promote discipleship that nurtures children’s spiritual growth and biblical understanding. We want our children to develop a love and a hunger for God’s Word (Deuteronomy 6:4).
   2. Create a fun yet competitive environment that instills our quizzers with an unshakeable confidence. We want to bolster an Elijah generation that will be equipped to speak boldly about their faith in Jesus Christ (1 Peter 3:15).
   3. Extend opportunities for JBQ fellowship that exceeds the traditional quiz season. We want to foster community across the district (Proverbs 27:17 & Hebrews 10:25-26).
   4. Encourage the natural progression of Bible Quiz from JBQ to TBQ. We want our children to continue to habitually study the Word of God through their secondary years as they venture into adulthood (Proverbs 22:6).
   5. Expand the JBQ ministry to everyone–whether in a church, school, or homeschool setting. The Gospel is for everyone, and we want everyone to participate. (Acts 2:39 & John 17:21-23)

Last season, our theme in the Pen Florida District, “That They May Be One,” came from John 17. Throughout the season, we learned that Jesus desired His followers to be unified in everything they do so that the world would believe in Him. We saw that even with different personalities and callings, our shared faith calls us to work together to share the Gospel with a world that desperately needs Him.

For the 2026–2027 season, our theme is titled, “What Is Truth?” Building on last season’s theme, we now move forward together as one body to seek, understand, and stand for His truth. Anchored in Pilate’s question in John 18:37–38, we will explore how the Gospel of Mark answers that question through the life of Jesus Christ. As truth is proclaimed, demonstrated, tested, and revealed, families and students together will grow in a world that still asks the same question—learning that truth is not only something to know, but Someone to follow. Along the way, our quizzers and their families will be equipped to give a confident defense of their faith, affirming that Jesus is the Truth.

I cannot wait to hear how Junior Bible Quiz impacts your church, your quizzers, and their families. I pray you have a wonderful season and that your quizzers’ lives are forever changed.

The Pen Florida District is divided into six leagues, or sections, based on location. Each of these leagues has a different league coordinator who is responsible for communicating competition dates and locations. Though the Pen Florida District coordinator supervises each league, churches and coaches throughout the season communicate with the league coordinator for monthly competition information. Use the chart to determine which league your church quizzes in and contact the league coordinator. If your church is new to JBQ this season, please reach out to the District coordinator for your church’s league assignment.