CMT 2022
CMT 2022
CMT (Club Ministries Training) is based on the AYMT curriculum (Adventist Youth Ministry
Training) developed by the North American Division.
TABLE OF
CONTENTS
Introduction 05
Pathfinder Counselor 57
Club Ministries Training (CMT) is a curriculum framework that provides in-depth training for club staff in
specific roles. The certifications are designed to be completed within one year, and are meant to equip
leaders of all varieties for the ministries in which they serve. They are not levels of Investiture Achieve-
ment such as Sunbeam, Friend, or Guide, but rather opportunities for individuals to learn more about
being an effective director, instructor, counselor, etc. Certifications are earned by attending workshops,
working with a mentor, doing fieldwork, and preparing a documentation Portfolio.
CMT is based on the Adventist Youth Ministry Training (AYMT) certifications, developed by the North
American Division.
Prerequisites
1. Commit to the Youth/Children’s Ministry Volunteer Code of Conduct
2. Be currently approved by the child protection screening verification of your Conference/ Mission
Overview of Workshops
Programming and Planning | PFAD
Club Ministry: Purpose & History | 003
PFAD 001 This workshop covers planning Pathfinder
This workshop gives an overview of club programs. It discusses the typical elements
ministry with an emphasis on Pathfinders. It of a Pathfinder year including Induction,
compares the programs, uniforms, and insig- Pathfinder Sabbath, community service, In-
nia of Adventurers, Pathfinders, and Master vestiture, and conference events. It examines
Guide, and then discusses the role of club the components of regular meetings: open-
ministry in faith development. Finally, it pro- ing ceremonies, Investiture Achievement,
vides a brief history of youth ministry in the and honors.
Seventh-day Adventist church and illustrates
God’s leading and care. Club Outreach | PFAD 004
Mentoring youth as evangelists to serve their
Club Organization | PFAD 002 community is a core goal of club ministry.
This workshop explores the structure of a This workshop explores faith development
club, from unit to executive committee. It within the Investiture Achievement curric-
outlines job descriptions for various roles ulum, particularly in the Personal Growth,
and the qualities of a servant-leader. It also Spiritual Discovery, and Serving Others sec-
covers regulations on the operation of a club tions. It discusses techniques for integrating
such as membership, records, finances, uni- outreach into all Pathfinder activities. Many
forms, and insurance. honors from the Spiritual Growth, Outreach,
Description
This workshop gives an overview of club ministry with an emphasis on Pathfinders. It compares the
programs, uniforms, and insignia of Adventurers, Pathfinders, and Master Guide, and then discusses
the role of club ministry in faith development. Finally, it provides a brief history of youth ministry in the
Seventh-day Adventist church and illustrates God’s leading and care.
Audience/Participants
New Pathfinder staff and individuals com- Club Ministries and Purposes
pleting the prerequisites for Master Guide This workshop is about understanding how
club ministries work to grow a child in Christ
Resource Material and keep them connected to the church. The
• The Pathfinder Story focus of this training is Pathfinders.
• Pathfinder Administrative Manual (Gener- • Adventurer Ministries includes children
al Conference Youth Department website: from ages four through nine. The focus of
https://www.gcyouthministries.org/resourc- this ministry is strengthening the family in
es/resource-manuals/ their faith in Jesus Christ.
What Your Participants Will Learn • Pathfinder Ministries includes children from
1. The basics of Pathfinder club ministry in- ages 10 through 15. The focus of this ministry
cluding ages and goals is to develop the faith of children and teens
2. History of Pathfinder club ministry in Jesus Christ and provide them with life-
3. Pathfinder Song, Pledge, Law and mean- long mentors.
ing of flag • Master Guide Ministries includes adults from
age 18 and above. The focus of this ministry
is to train adults for leadership in Adventurer,
Pathfinder, Youth, and Young Adult ministries
for nurture and outreach for Jesus Christ.
Workshop Content
Objectives
1. Help the young people to understand that God and His church love them, care for them, and appreciate
them. As Pathfinders are accepted and affirmed, they will appreciate the love of God revealed through the
church and its ministry, and feel a need to be more committed to and involved with its program.
2. Encourage Pathfinders to discover their own God-given potential and to use their gifts and abilities to
fulfill God’s expectations for them and the part they can play in the great plan of salvation.
3. Inspire young people to give personal expression of their love for God by uniting them together in var-
ious outreach activities.
4. Make the number one priority of your club program the personal salvation of every Pathfinder. The
Pathfinder age is a time when many decisions are being made that will affect the youth’s future relation-
ships and his or her own personal development. The peak time for discovering and making a relationship
with God appears to be around 12 years of age.
5. Build into a Pathfinder’s life a healthy appreciation and love for God’s creation by enjoying outdoor ac-
tivity (campouts, nature walks, nature honors, etc.). Pathfinders will be encouraged to experience a sense
of wonder and worship as they observe and explore the beauty, the majesty, and the creative power in
nature. Fellowship with God becoming more meaningful.
6. Teach Pathfinders specific skills and hobbies that will make their lives more meaningful and will occupy
their time with profitable accomplishments. Young people experience satisfaction and delight as they use
Revised and updated by Dixie L. Plata, Pathfinder Historian, based on the previous document created by
Dr. David Trim (Office of Archives, Statistics, and Research).
Description
This workshop explores the structure of a club, from unit to executive committee. It outlines job de-
scriptions for various roles and the qualities of a servant-leader. It also covers regulations on the oper-
ation of a club, such as membership, records, finances, uniforms, and insurance.
Staff Training and Approval secretary and treasurer. These are the prima-
To understand Pathfinder club ministry, all ry roles and each of them have specific tasks
staff should undergo basic training to help as organized by the club director.
them minister to Pathfinders. To continue Review the qualities of a good leader (Path-
effective ministry, continuing education is finder Administrative Manual).
available. • Love God supremely
Because of the significant influence and re- • Love children sincerely
sponsibility that Pathfinder staff are given by • Serve with enthusiasm
parents, as well as church leaders, all volun- • Possess emotional stability
teers working with minors must be approved • Enjoy being outdoors
by their conference prior to participating • Know the essential characteristics of
in Pathfinder club ministry. Let participants adolescents
know what is required for volunteer approval • Learn a variety of skills
in their conference. • Develop the ability to organize
• Maintain good relations with fellow workers
Club Leadership Team • Radiate a dignity of presence that assures
The Pathfinder Club leadership team consists order
of a director, at least one deputy director, • Have a sense of humor
unit counselors and instructors, and a • Be resourceful and creative
Description
This workshop covers planning Pathfinder programs. It discusses the typical elements of a Pathfinder
year including Induction, Pathfinder Sabbath, community service, Investiture, and conference events.
It examines the components of regular meetings: opening ceremonies, Investiture Achievement, and
honors.
Notes
1. The Pathfinders are in full class A dress uniform because of the guest speaker.
2. Every program should have a purpose. Today’s program was to help us see we have to live by law
(man’s law, recreational laws, God’s law and the Pathfinder law).
3. Keep on time according to schedule provided.
4. All adult staff members should have a copy of the program.
5. Where possible, mentor Pathfinder participation in leadership roles.
Notes
1. The Pathfinder full class A dress uniform does not need to be worn at all club meetings.
2. This morning focused on honors.
3. Keep on time according to schedule provided.
4. All adult staff members should have a copy of the program.
5. When the weather permits, have the opening and closing ceremony outdoors.
6. Select an honorable Pathfinder to bring in the national flag.
7. File all program schedules for reference purposes.
8. Where possible, mentor Pathfinder participation in leadership roles.
Description
Mentoring youth as evangelists to serve their community is a core goal of club ministry. This workshop
explores faith development within the Investiture Achievement curriculum, particularly in the Personal
Growth, Spiritual Discovery, and Serving Others sections. Techniques will be discussed for integrating
outreach into the Pathfinder calendar. Many honors from the Spiritual Growth, Outreach and Heritage
category provide wonderful opportunities for reaching your community.
Pathfinder Pledge
By the grace of God, Only as I rely on God to help me can I do His will.
I will be pure I will fill my mind with everything that is right and true and spend my time in activi-
ties that will build a strong, clean character.
I will be kind I will be considerate and kind not only to other people, but also to all of God’s crea-
tion.
I will be true I will be honest and upright in study, work, and play, and can always be counted
upon to do my very best.
I will keep the Pathfin- I will seek to understand the meaning of the law and will strive to live up to its spi-
der Law rit, realizing that obedience to law is essential in any organization.
I will be a servant of I will pledge myself to serve God first, last, and best in everything I am called upon
God to be or do.
I will be a friend to I will live to bless others and do unto them as I would have them do unto me.
man
The Pathfinder Law is a commitment by the Pathfinder club member. Make sure that
the meaning of each phrase is understood as it is memorized.
1. Keep the morning watch I will have prayer and personal Bible study each day.
2. Do my honest part By the power of God, I will help others, and do my duty and my honest
share, wherever I may be.
3. Care for my body I will be temperate in all things and strive to reach a high standard of phy-
sical fitness.
4. Keep a level eye I will not lie, cheat or deceive, and will despise dirty talk or evil thinking.
5. Be courteous and obedient I will be kind and thoughtful of others, reflecting the love of Jesus in all my
association with others.
6. Walk softly in the sanctuary In any devotional exercise, I will be quiet, careful, and reverent
7. Keep a song in my heart I will be cheerful and happy and let the influence of my life be as sunshine
to others.
8. Go on God’s errands. I will always be ready to share my faith and go about doing good as did
Jesus.
Description
This workshop provides a practical introduction to using ceremonies and drill in a Pathfinder club.
Included topics are fundamental stationary and marching commands, lead opening ceremonies, and
understand flag etiquette.
Flag Etiquette
Pathfindering teaches care and concern for
the national flag, state flags, and other flags.
It is vitally important that all staff and Path-
finders have a basic knowledge of the use
and care of flags.
Go over each courtesy and position as listed.
Teach the rules of saluting the flag.
Demonstrate and practice folding the flag.
Description
This workshop investigates the stages of development in youth ages 10-15 and how to effectively relate
to them. It will include methods for mentoring them as disciples of Jesus, nurturing them as they ma-
ture into the full stature of Jesus.
Proper Discipline
“In a Pathfinder club, good discipline pro-
vides an environment that is conducive to
cheerful attitudes and cooperative behavior.
It emphasizes guidance rather than restraint
and is constructive rather than destructive. It
is not crippling; it is enabling. It encourages
self-control and purposeful activity and dis-
courages punishment.” NAD Pathfinder Ad-
ministrative Manual
It is vital to the success of a Pathfinder club
and the cooperative participation of the
Pathfinder staff to make sure that all staff
members agree upon and follow the same
discipline guidelines of the club.
Activity
• Share a possible discipline policy for a club.
• Discuss examples of proper and improper
discipline.
He/She is alert, eager Anything new to him/her interests Capitalize on interests. Give details on peo- Stimulate desire to know God and His
to learn. him/her, and his/her interests are ple, nature, etc. Know material thoroughly. plan of salvation. Also, to find God’s
world-wide. He’s/ she’s eager to know Check factual information. Use visuals to plan for his/her life.
more about people, geography, history, hold attention. Let him/her ask questions.
current events, nature, science, mecha-
nics. He/she wants to know
what makes things tick.
He/She is an avid Because he’s/she’s eager to learn, he/ Help him/her be selective in reading Challenge him/her to read the Bible
reader. she likes to read. And he’s/she’s likely material. Provide good reading material daily, to go to it for answers to his/
to read anything handy which he/ for him/her through the library. Encourage her problems. Present the Bible as the
she can understand. Friends, home him/her to read biography, Bible story, true, unchanging Word of God, the
and school have a big influence on nature, missions, etc. most important Book and source of all
what he/ she reads. He/she doesn’t knowledge.
like to write because forming letters is
difficult for him/her and he/she doesn’t
understand the rules: grammar, punc-
tuation, etc.
He/She has an intense He’s/she’s collector because he/she Make use of his/her collections - have Show him/her ways to use his/her time
interest in collecting wants to keep things for future use, hobby show. Ask him/her to collect rocks, and talents in serving the Lord.
things. or he’s/she’s interested in the material shells, etc., for honors.
itself. Even facts are collected. Collec-
tions serve useful purposes: shortcut
to knowledge, trains
the eye, gives practice in judgement,
forms
systematic habits.
He/She is beginning to Because of his/her wide interests, geo- Excite his/her curiosity about Bible geo- Challenge him/her to consider the
note relationships. graphy and history lessons in school, graphy, history. Present facts chronologi- “why” of people’s actions and God’s
he/she is coming to understand how cally. dealings with them. Help him/her see
things and events fit together, why and what his/her relationship is and should
how things happen. be to Christ.
He/She is extremely Imaginative play decreases. He/she Illustrate principles with true stories of Present Bible heroes for him/he r to
realistic yet enjoys is no longer interested in “made up” figures from Bible, history, sports, etc. Se- admire and imitate. Show him/her
imagination. stories. He/she wants true stories of lect those he/she admires. Also use stories what makes people great- faith in and
bold action, accurately told. Now he/ about spiritual victories in lives of leaders, obedience to God. Above all, set an
she projects himself/herself into the missionaries, etc. example for him/her in your own life.
role of the hero of these true stories.
He’s/she’s an imitator.
Understanding Teen Pathfinders
HOW HE/SHE WHY HE/SHE BEHAVES HOW TO HANDLE HIM/HER HOW TO TEACH HIM/HER
BEHAVES
He/She enjoys physical Generally, his/her muscular abilities Give opportunity for participation in wide Show how he/she can use his/her
activity. are improving. Often there is a spurt of range of big muscle activities. He/She also energies for Christ. Involve him/her in
growth during this period. needs some less strenuous activities, plen- club duties and group activities.
ty of relaxation and rest. Weekday program
helps meet his/her needs.
He/Her has problems in Boys are beginning to become interes- Plan variety of activities and projects which Challenge him/her to participate in
social adjustment. ted in girls, but girls mature about a give opportunity for boys and girls to work discussion and activities by making it
year before them and are often much and play together in groups. Avoid placing easy for him/her to do so. Use video,
more aggressive in boy-girl relations- Pathfinder in embarrassing situations, slides, white board or felt board for
hips. Boys are often smaller, often feel such as asking him/her to repeat Scrip- presentation. Focusing attention on
and look awkward, and some withdraw ture or answer difficult questions without these aids helps overcome his/her own
from individual contacts with girls. giving him/her advance notice. Even if he/ self-consciousness and encourages
They enjoy group relationships. she knows the answer he/she might not discussion and participation.
respond.
He’s/She’s preoccupied Juniors are usually interested in team Help him/her become a part of the group. Show him/her how he/she can use
with social activities. or group projects, while Teens are Give opportunity for club members to get his/her social contacts to witness for
more interested in clubs or social to know each other Guide them in working Christ, to draw others into Sabba-
contacts. together. th School and church. Here’s a real
opportunity to teach true Christian
standards of conduct.
He’s/She’s nearing adult During this period, often there is a Because he’s/she’s trying to emerge as a Present Bible truths positively and at-
level of mental capacity. marked trend away from studiousness. social being and be accepted as one of the tractively. If God’s Word is real, vital, li-
He/She is becoming more interested in group, he’s/she’s experimenting in social ving to you, he’ll/she’ll be interested in
social activities. contacts. Make witnessing, working for ho- your talks and stories and challenged
nors, etc., the “accepted” thing to do. Enlist to study the Bible for himself/herself.
help of leaders in setting example. Use plenty of illustrations, background
material. Tie in current events, recent
archeological discoveries, etc. Make
the Bible real and living to him/her.
He’s/She’s unpredic- He’s/She’s on threshold of cutting Be his/her friend. Be sympathetic and Show him/her God’s love and provision
table. parental apron strings. He/She is emer- understanding rather than critical. Don’t for him/her. He/She can feel secure in
ging from childhood. But he’s/she’s expect him/her to always behave as an Christ. Challenge him/her to accept
not yet an adult. His/Her actions and adult. Don’t be shocked at his/her uncon- Christ as Savior and Lord, put Him
thinking are sometimes childish. He’s/ ventional behavior Never “talk down” to first in his/her life. Other things will be
She’s not sure of himself/herself or of him. Respect him/her as a person. relegated to proper place then.
others’ reaction to him/her.
He’s/She’s throwing off He/She wants to be involved in his/her Take the role of friend. He/She probably Teach him/her that independence
adult restraints. own right. He/She wants to be “on his/ does not confide in parents but does need brings greater responsibilities. Show
her own,” and resents parental or ANY adult counseling. Be sympathetic, win and through the Word the God has set
control. He/She appears to disrespect keep his/her confidence. Guide him/her specific rules. It is not “smart” to try
rules. to see truths; don’t try to boss him. This to throw off all restraints. Some are
is a crucial time in his/her life. He’ll/She’ll necessary. As adults and Christians,
hero-worship the counselor whom he/she we learn to live within God’s laws. This
admires. Your love and guidance will help is a mark of maturity.
determine the course of his/her life.
He/She craves accep- He/She desperately wants to be ac- Make him/her feel wanted, needed and Show him/her the truth that all per-
tance. cepted by his/her own age group, as respected. Give him/her some responsi- sons are created equal. In Christ he/
well as by adults. bilities, expect him/her to measure up to she is a new creature, God’s child.
them. Draw him/her into the group. Avoid Christian behavior is “acceptable.”
cliques. Provide activities, participation
Description
This seminar introduces teaching concepts and educational objectives. It includes learning styles and
teaching styles. It gives a summary of Investiture Achievement objectives and encourages the use of
outdoor and experiential learning.
Description
This workshop covers introductory information on medical forms, release forms, abuse prevention, con-
ference volunteer screening requirements, staffing levels, transportation guidelines, emergency plans,
first aid and supervision issues.
Special note
Individuals convicted or disciplined for child
abuse, child violence, or sexual abuse cannot
participate in club ministry activities.
• When dealing with perpetrators of sexual
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(To be adapted by SDA Legal Department of your local field)
Acknowledgment
Because I want the best possible environment for our children and youth to grow up in, it is important that
those working with children have guidelines for conduct in order to protect both themselves and those under
their care. As a ministry volunteer, I want parents and others to feel comfortable and confident with me.
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My Commitment to Volunteer Ministry
As a Youth/Children’s Ministry Volunteer, I will:
1. Provide appropriate adult supervision at all times for the children for whom I am responsible.
2. Have at least one other adult, eighteen (18) years of age or older, to help with the supervision of children. If I
find myself in a situation where I am the only adult present, under no circumstances will I allow myself to be
alone with one child (the “two-person rule”). This protects the child as well as protecting the adult from
possible allegations.
3. Ask a child’s permission before physically touching him/her anywhere, even when responding to an injury or
problem. This is especially true for any areas that would normally be covered by a T-shirt and/or shorts. If an
injury is within this area, make sure another adult works with you as care is provided.
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4. Refrain from physical and verbal attacks and corporal punishment which are inappropriate behaviors and
should never be used as discipline. “Time outs” or “sit-in-that-chair” may be helpful discipline methods to
use with children.
5. Affirm children with appropriate touching by keeping hugs brief and “shoulder-to-shoulder” or “side-to-si
de.” I will keep hands at (not below) the shoulder level. For small children who like to sit on laps, I will
encourage them to sit next to me.
6.Provide extra care when taking small children to the restroom. I will take another adult along, or leave the
door open.
7. Be aware of conducting activities in rooms that do not have an interior viewing area, or I will leave the door
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* In the event I find it impossible to comply with the above, I will comply as closely as possible with the Code
of Conduct and act in good faith for the welfare of the people involved.
Each of the workshops includes a description of the content, the audience or participants that
you can anticipate will attend, foundation of Scripture, resource material, (including Spirit of
Prophecy) what your participants will learn, basic content for the workshop and suggested
activities.
Presenters responsible for these workshops should make sure that, in addition to communicat-
ing the information, they take time to make the workshop practical and give participants time
to think about how they are going to apply this in their club.
During the workshop, the presenter may assess whether their audience understands the ob-
jectives of the lesson through activities, class demonstrations, or completion of handouts.
The Pathfinder Club Basic Staff Certification is part of the Club Ministries Training (CMT) which
includes certifications for Adventurer Club Ministry, Pathfinder Club Ministry, Master Guide
Ministry and Youth Ministry.
CMT is based on the Adventist Youth Ministry Training (AYMT) curriculum, developed by the
North American Division.
Prerequisites
1. Be at least 18 years old.
2. Commit to the Youth/Children’s Ministry Volunteer Code of Conduct.
3. Be currently approved by your conference’s child protection screening verification.
4. Be a baptized member of the Seventh-day Adventist church.
5. Have completed the CMT Pathfinder Basic Staff Training certificate.
Description
This workshop focuses on how to minister to Pathfinders and how to enable them to minister to others.
The Personal Growth, Spiritual Discovery, and Serving Others sections of the Investiture Achievement
curricula will be reviewed to gain an overall understanding of how the Pathfinder program intentionally
incorporates Pathfinder club outreach. Also, some of the AY honors classified as Spiritual Growth, Out-
reach, and Heritage will be reviewed as well as techniques for integrating outreach opportunities into
all Pathfinder activities.
2. Matthew 25:31-46
This parable is the last in a series of four par-
ables that Jesus shared in Matthew 24-25
in response to questions from His disciples
about end-time events: “When will this hap-
pen, and what will be the sign of your com-
ing and of the end of the age?” At the end
of time the righteous say, “When did we see
you” as a stranger, needing clothing, impris-
oned, sick (Matt. 25: 38-39)? Discuss how
your club shows Christ’s love to others in
practical ways.
Description
This workshop discusses the proper organization of the servant leaders who support the ministry of the
club counselor. The roles of the club director, associate director, support staff, church board, members,
pastor, parents, coordinators, and the local conference will be reviewed as they relate to the counselor’s
responsibilities.
Content
An organization needs to have order to func-
tion well, and Pathfinders is no exception. An
“I want to be in charge, and you should do all
the work” philosophy is inappropriate here.
Each staff member has an important role to
fulfill within the club. Everyone functions to
make the club a cohesive body and the coun-
selor has a uniquely important role from the
Area Coordinator
Pastor/Church Board
Club Director
Pathfinder Staff
Counselor
Jr Counselors
Pathfinders
Parents of Pathfinders
Club Director
Church Area
Board Cordinator
Counselor
Support Support
Staff Staff
Jr. Counselor
Pathfinders
and Parents
Counselor
Conference
Pathfinder Director
COUNSELORS
As the one working the closest to the Path- SUPPORT STAFF
finder, you will be the one encouraging them Next come the support staff – instructors,
on as they climb the last hill on a long hike, cooks, drivers, club secretary, and treasurer
giving them high-fives for a job well done – all working to fill in the necessary functions
on the drill and marching field, praying with to ensure that clubs make the most of events
them and crying with them over a devastat- and programs.
ing event in their lives, and by God’s grace
… the one who assists them in their commit- CLUB DIRECTOR
ment to Jesus Christ and the decision to live Then comes the associate or deputy director
their lives for Him. followed by the director – each doing his or
her part to organize and coordinate activities
PARENTS AND JUNIOR COUNSE- to provide the counselor with more opportu-
LORS nities to build a relationship with their units,
You should include parents and junior coun- as well as rapport, confidence, trust, and,
selors as part of the team working with and most importantly, an opportunity to help the
for your Pathfinders. Pathfinder build a lifetime saving relationship
ADDITIONAL CONTENT
Much time could be spent here talking about
servant leadership and mentoring from the
Description
This workshop focuses on the duties and responsibilities of the counselor and reviews guidelines that
ensure a safe environment that fosters learning and spiritual growth. It outlines the do’s and don’ts
of counseling and covers the tasks for meetings, campouts, outreach activities, and all phases of the
Pathfinder year.
Suggested Activities
Role Play
Divide your entire group into discussion
groups of no more than three to four. Give
Description
This workshop describes the mental, spiritual, physical, and social growth and needs of the typical
Pathfinder and how to relate to them effectively. It includes practical pointers on leading, nurturing, and
discipling them. The objective of this seminar is to enable leaders to help Pathfinders mature in the full
stature of Jesus Christ.
Suggested Activity
*Usually has a good appetite. *Reorganizing brain often makes them less capa-
ble of following directions that when they were
age 10.
*Has thoughts beginning to be more abs- *Boys particularly seem to have a bottomless
tract by age 12. appetite.
*Is beginning to understand as-if and if-then *Girls may develop eating disorders as early as
steps. age 8 but especially during this stage.
Social & Is learning Industry vs. Inferiority. Is learning Identity vs. Identity Diffusion.
Emotional
(Erikson)
Is striving toward competence. *Fidelity—Answering Question: Who Am I?
*Relates to peers according to rules. *If they are successful during early adolescence,
they acquire self-certainty.
*Is progressing from free play to structured *Is experimenting with constructive roles and anti-
play, such as baseball. cipating achievement, rather than being frozen by
feelings of inferiority.
*Increasing in self-discipline. *Lack of success during early adolescence creates
self-consciousness and self-doubt.
*Is moving into their “declaration of indepen- *Often adopting negative roles such as delinquen-
dence”—the terrible twos revisited (a period cy—drugs, sex, gangs, crime
in a child’s early social development [typi-
cally around the age of two years] that is
associated with defiant or unruly behavior.).
*Enjoys being with parents but is moving *Peers and adults other than parents seem more
more toward peer involvement. important in their lives.
*Peers have great influence—enjoys interac- *Need to hang in because it is the parent’s values
tion especially with same-sex friends. the teen is measuring everything against
*Enjoys club and accomplishments and *Their emotions are a roller-coaster, largely
collections. because of hormones and brain develop-
ment.
*Teamwork is very important. *They seek leadership—someone to inspire
them.
Description
This workshop will consider the Biblical meanings of discipline and disciple. Christ gave us the perfect
example of discipling. It will look at Christ’s methods of evangelism as shared in Scripture and the prac-
tical lessons that we can draw from His methods and apply to our ministry. It then continues with the
concept that to discipline, you need the heart of Jesus.
Description
This workshop discusses developing a mentoring relationship with your Pathfinders, and what that will
mean in terms of teaching them to relate to others and drawing them to Jesus Christ.
Description
This workshop focuses on the moral and practical obligations of the counselor to guard the well-be-
ing of unit members. It includes a review of physical safety issues, supervision policies and rationale,
health concerns, transportation issues, abuse prevention and intervention, and accident reporting and
response. We will be looking primarily from the unit viewpoint rather than the club viewpoint.
Description
This workshop will help club leaders encourage Pathfinders to develop a love of nature and for their
Creator. It will use the lessons discovered in nature to help Pathfinders with character development and
their walk with Jesus.
Activity Overview
1. You will have 10-12 minutes to do this activ-
ity. Match as many as possible.
2. Work individually without comparing an-
swers.
3. In the description column, fill in the blanks
with either the name of the animal or the
character trait. Draw lines from column 2 and
3 to the correct description.
4. Bonus point: Write the opposite character
trait in the last column. (On the sample chart,
the trait is filled in, however, on the handout
Suggested Activities
• Volunteer your time or support an organization that advocates good stewardship and care of the environ-
ment. Spending time taking care of the environment will foster a love of nature and encourage us to help
preserve our natural world so we can enjoy it for years to come.
• Incorporate Bible learning and memorization with nature. Go on a Bible scavenger hunt. Use scripture verses
that mention objects found in nature as clues.
• Act out one of Jesus’ nature parables.
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(To be adapted by SDA Legal Department of your local field)
Acknowledgment
Because I want the best possible environment for our children and youth to grow up in, it is important that
those working with children have guidelines for conduct in order to protect both themselves and those under
their care. As a ministry volunteer, I want parents and others to feel comfortable and confident with me.
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My Commitment to Volunteer Ministry
As a Youth/Children’s Ministry Volunteer, I will:
1. Provide appropriate adult supervision at all times for the children for whom I am responsible.
2. Have at least one other adult, eighteen (18) years of age or older, to help with the supervision of children. If I
find myself in a situation where I am the only adult present, under no circumstances will I allow myself to be
alone with one child (the “two-person rule”). This protects the child as well as protecting the adult from
possible allegations.
3. Ask a child’s permission before physically touching him/her anywhere, even when responding to an injury or
problem. This is especially true for any areas that would normally be covered by a T-shirt and/or shorts. If an
injury is within this area, make sure another adult works with you as care is provided.
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4. Refrain from physical and verbal attacks and corporal punishment which are inappropriate behaviors and
should never be used as discipline. “Time outs” or “sit-in-that-chair” may be helpful discipline methods to
use with children.
5. Affirm children with appropriate touching by keeping hugs brief and “shoulder-to-shoulder” or “side-to-si
de.” I will keep hands at (not below) the shoulder level. For small children who like to sit on laps, I will
encourage them to sit next to me.
6.Provide extra care when taking small children to the restroom. I will take another adult along, or leave the
door open.
7. Be aware of conducting activities in rooms that do not have an interior viewing area, or I will leave the door
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* In the event I find it impossible to comply with the above, I will comply as closely as possible with the Code
of Conduct and act in good faith for the welfare of the people involved.
Presenters responsible for these workshops should make sure that, in addition to commu-
nicating the information, they take time to make the workshop practical and to give partici-
pants time to think about how they are going to apply this in their club.
Each of the workshops includes a description of the content, the audience, or participants
that you can anticipate will attend, resource material, what your participants will learn, basic
content for the workshop, and suggested activities.
Pathfinder Club Counselor Certification is part of the Club Ministries Training (CMT) which
includes certifications for Adventurer Club Ministries, Pathfinder Club Ministries, Master
Guides, and Youth Ministries.
CMT is based on the Adventist Youth Ministry Training (AYMT) curriculum, developed by the
North American Division.
Prerequisites
1. Be at least 18 years old
2. Commit to the Youth/Children’s Ministry Volunteer Code of Conduct (p 23)
3. Be currently approved by your conference’s child protection screening verification
4. Be a baptized Seventh-day Adventist Christian who loves Jesus and is willing to share this love in
both word and deed
5. Complete Pathfinder Club Basic Certification
Recognition of Completion
Everyone likes to have their efforts recog-
nized. Youth leaders who put in untold hours
of prayer, planning, counseling, and training
are no exception.
Upon successful review of the portfolio the
participant is eligible for an enameled pin
and certificate of completion.
Description
This workshop gives a more in-depth look at the concept of teaching styles introduced in EDUC 001
(taught in Basic Staff Certification). It gives a survey of historical styles and introduces new styles.
Strengths and weaknesses of each style are discussed, and participants are encouraged to evaluate
their own style of teaching and take the necessary steps to become more effective instructors.
Audience/Participants
This workshop is for all staff who have com- Workshop Content
pleted the Basic Staff Certification. Most staff
teach honors or Investiture Achievement Jesus demonstrated a variety of methods
Curriculum at some time and would benefit in His teaching. He used stories and illustra-
from this class. tions, parables, questions, discussion, lecture,
object lessons, and debates to communicate
Resource Material His message in a way that connected to His
• Internet learners.
• Handout—Friend record card 1. Jesus adapted His teaching style to fit the
• Handout—Honor requirement sheets for a specific situation. For example, when teach-
level-one honor ing the multitude on a mountainside, He ad-
dressed His learners using lecture (Matt 5-7).
What Your Participants Will Learn However, when He was alone with the disci-
1. Compare the pros and cons of the different ples, He used object lessons, (John 13:5-20).
styles of teaching. 2. Jesus matched His teaching method with
2. Adjust styles to match the teaching situa- the message He needed to communicate. For
tion and students. example, in His encounter with the Samaritan
Description
This workshop gives a survey of the learning styles, considers how to best reach a learner, and dis-
cusses what not to do. It encourages participants to evaluate the learning styles of Pathfinders they
will instruct and to determine what teaching changes they should make to become more effective in
reaching their youth.
Suggested Activities
Take the learning styles inventory at the start
of your workshop.
Description
This seminar gives an overview of common types of special needs and promotes communication with
parents and caregivers of Pathfinders who have them. It also provides suggestions about how to adapt
Pathfinder activities for children with special needs to ensure that all Pathfinders can participate and
be successful.
Audience/Participants (biausa.org)
These include all staff who have completed • Canadian Association of the Deaf website
the Basic Staff Certification. Most staff teach (cad.ca)
honors or Investiture Achievement Curric- • Pathologists & Audiologists website (casl-
ulum at some time and would benefit from pa.ca)
this class. • Canadian National Institute for the Blind
website (cnib.co)
Resource Material • Center for Autism & Related Disorders web-
• American Association on Intellectual and site (CenterforAutism.com)
Developmental Disabilities website (aamr. • Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/
org) Hyperactivity Disorder website (chadd.org)
• American Foundation for the Blind website • Deaf Ministries International website (Deaf-
(afb.org) Hope.org)
• American Society for Deaf Children website • Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation In-
(DeafChildren.org) ternational website (jdrf.org)
• American Speech-Language-Hearing Asso- • Learning Disability Association of America
ciation website (asha.org) website (ldaamerica.org)
• Brain Injury Association of America website • Muscular Dystrophy Association website
Description
This seminar covers the faith development stages of Pathfinders and gives participants ideas about
how to nurture faith at each stage. It identifies the Biblical values upon which the Pathfinder Pledge
and Law are based and teaches how to use strategies that model Christian principles to Pathfinders.
Audience/Participants
These include all staff who have completed Workshop Content
the Basic Staff Certification. Most staff teach
honors or Investiture Achievement Curric- Bible passages that show Christ-centered
ulum at some time and would benefit from values You can use the following verses as
this class. examples:
• Galatians 2:20
Resource Material • Romans 12:2
• Teaching the Faith by Donna Habenicht and • Matthew 6:33
Larry Burton • 1 Corinthians 11:1-2
• Explore other materials approved by your • John 1:12
Conference. • Romans 8:38-39
• John 3:16-17
What Your Participants Will Learn • 2 Timothy 3:16-17
1. To identify the values that are impor- • Ephesians 5:21
tant for Pathfinders to learn and practice, to • Psalm 28:7
describe the faith development stages chil- • Romans 3:23
dren in Pathfinders progress through, to rec- • Romans 6:3-4
ognize the values upon which the Pathfinder • Hebrews 13:17
Pledge and Law are based, and to use strat- • Proverbs 3:5-6
egies that teach and model values to Path- • John 5:24
finders. • Philippians 4:13
Main points for each stage of The Pathfinder Pledge and Law is an impor-
faith development tant part of Pathfinder Club Ministry. Each
Review the different types of faith-develop- year thousands of Pathfinders learn and
ment stages based on the Pathfinders’ ages. choose to abide by the Pathfinder Pledge
Luke’s simple statement, “And Jesus in- and Law for growing closer to their fellow
creased in wisdom and stature, and in favor men and women, and to their Creator.
with God and men” (Luke 2:52 NKJV) sums
up Jesus’ development through the ages and
stages of childhood. Even more important-
Pathfinder Pledge
By the grace of God, Only as I rely on God to help me can I do His will.
I will be pure I will fill my mind with everything that is right and true and spend my time in activi-
ties that will build a strong, clean character.
I will be kind I will be considerate and kind not only to other people, but also to all of God’s crea-
tion.
I will be true I will be honest and upright in study, work, and play, and can always be counted
upon to do my very best.
I will keep the Pathfin- I will seek to understand the meaning of the law and will strive to live up to its spi-
der Law rit, realizing that obedience to law is essential in any organization.
I will be a servant of I will pledge myself to serve God first, last, and best in everything I am called upon
God to be or do.
I will be a friend to I will live to bless others and do unto them as I would have them do unto me.
man
1. Keep the morning watch I will have prayer and personal Bible study each day.
2. Do my honest part By the power of God, I will help others, and do my duty and my honest
share, wherever I may be.
3. Care for my body I will be temperate in all things and strive to reach a high standard of phy-
sical fitness.
4. Keep a level eye I will not lie, cheat or deceive, and will despise dirty talk or evil thinking.
5. Be courteous and obedient I will be kind and thoughtful of others, reflecting the love of Jesus in all my
association with others.
6. Walk softly in the sanctuary In any devotional exercise, I will be quiet, careful, and reverent
7. Keep a song in my heart I will be cheerful and happy and let the influence of my life be as sunshine
to others.
8. Go on God’s errands. I will always be ready to share my faith and go about doing good as did
Jesus.
Description
This workshop presents the general outline and structure of the “Investiture Achievement Curriculum.”
Special attention is given to the objectives, or intent, of the eight tracks of each level. These tracks are:
Personal Growth, Spiritual Discovery, Serving Others, Making Friends, Health and Fitness, Nature Study,
Outdoor Activities, and Honor Enrichment. Understanding the intent supporting each track will help
leaders implement specific Investiture Achievement requirements and/or modify and combine them as
needed for teaching their unique group of young people. The workshop will include practical sugges-
tions for creative and dynamic instruction focused on active learning.
3. Memorize the Pathfinder Pledge & 3. A. Memorize/review the Pathfinder 3. A. Memorize/review the Pathfin-
Law. Pledge & Law.
der Pledge.
B. Learn the meaning of the Pathfinder, B. Illustrate your understanding of
Pledge & Law. the Pathfinder Pledge in an interes-
ting way.
4. Learn the Pathfinder Song. 4. A. Learn/review the Pathfinder Song.
4. Learn the meaning of the Path-
B. Illustrate its meaning. finder Emblem.
Spiritual 1. A. Memorize in order the names 1. A. Memorize in order the names of 1. Learn how to use a Bible concor-
Discovery of the New Testament books of the the Old Testament books of the Bible dance by selecting two topics and/
Bible and know the four areas into and the five groups into which they are or words to discover how it is used
which the books are grouped. grouped.
in the Bible.
B. Demonstrate your ability to find B. Demonstrate your ability to find any
any New Testament book. Old Testament book.
2. Memorize a Bible text for the fo- 2. Memorize a Bible text (not previously 2. Memorize a Bible text (not pre-
llowing subjects: learned) for the following subjects: viously learned) for the following
- Prayer - Prayer subjects:
- Doctrine - Behavior - Prayer
- Behavior - Relationships - Behavior
- Salvation - Doctrine - Relationships
- Relationships - Great Passages - Doctrine
- Promises/Praise - Salvation - Great Passages
- Great Passages - Promises/Praise - Salvation
- Promises/Praise
3. Participate in a skit on a story 3. Participate in a skit on one of the fo- 3. Role-play the experience of
about the life of Jesus such as: llowing Old Testament characters: a person of the New Testament
- Jesus in the temple at 12 - Joseph Church in the book of Acts.
- Jesus being tempted in the wilder- - Esther
ness - Jonah
- Jesus feeding the 5,000 or another - Ruth
favorite story about Jesus
4. Learn about the worldwide Advent 4. Research two early Adventist Pioneers 4. A. Learn stories of eight missio-
Awakening (late 1700s to 1844 time (1844 to 1900) and present what you naries (to at least four continents)
period) by identifying seven people have learned. who served during the Seventh-day
and three events explaining why they Adventist mission expansion (1900
are important. to 1950).
B. On a world map, plot their coun-
try of service.
C. Make a presentation about your
favorite missionary.
NAD RANGER VOYAGER GUIDE
SAMPLE
Personal 1. Be in Grade 8 or its equivalent.
1. Be in Grade 9 or its equivalent. 1. Be in Grade 10 or its equivalent.
Growth 2. A. Develop your devotional life 2. A. Develop your devotional life by 2. A. Develop your daily devotional
by studying the Weekly Devotional studying the Senior Weekly Devotional life by studying the Senior Weekly
Guide (weeks 40-52) and the book Guide (weeks 1-26) and the book of Devotional Guide (weeks 27-52)
of John utilizing printed or electronic Romans utilizing printed or electronic and the book of Revelation utilizing
resources. resources. printed or electronic resources.
B. Journal your thoughts by asking B. Journal your thoughts by asking ques- B. Journal your thoughts by asking
questions like: tions like: questions such as:
- “What did I learn about God?” - “What did I learn about God?” - “What did I learn about God?”
- “What did I learn about myself?” - “What did I learn about myself?” - “What did I learn about myself?”
- “How can I apply this to my life - “How can I apply this to my life today?” - “How can I apply this to my life
today?” - “What in this text is meaningful to me?” today?”
- “What in this text is meaningful to - “What is the theme in the verses I You may journal through writing,
me?” read?” drawing, or electronic process.
- “What is the theme in the verses I You may journal through writing, drawing
read?” or electronic processes.
You may journal through writing,
drawing or electronic processes.
3. A. Memorize/review the Pathfinder 3. Memorize the AY Aim. 3. Memorize the AY Motto.
Law.
B. Illustrate your understanding of
the
Pathfinder Law in an interesting
way.
4. Learn the meaning of the AY Em- 4. Illustrate the meaning of the AY Aim in 4. Illustrate the meaning of the AY
blem. an interesting way. Motto in an interesting way.
Spiritual 1. Participate in a Bible-marking pro- 1. Review the Biblical reasons for the 28 1. Write and share your personal
Discovery gram on the inspiration of the Bible. Fundamental Christian Beliefs of the testimony.
Seventh-day Adventist Church.
2. Memorize the 10 Commandments 2. Memorize five Bible texts that support 2. Memorize one key text for each
in Exodus 20:3-17. one of the 28 Fundamental Beliefs. of the following Bible teachings:
- Second Coming of Christ
- Seventh-day Sabbath
- State of the Dead
- Law & Grace
- Conversion
- Judgment
- Inspiration of the Bible
- Spirit of Prophecy
- The Saint’s Reward
3. Read the 13 Baptismal Vows of the 3. Prepare and present a Bible study on 3. Learn the principles of leading a
Seventh-day Adventist Church and one of the 28 Fundamental Beliefs. person to Jesus.
share why each of them is important.
4. Read The Pathfinder Story (current 4. Read The AY Story (current edition). 4. Tell a story of a church pioneer to
edition) a group.
NAD FRIEND COMPANION EXPLORER
SAMPLE
Serving 1. In consultation with your leader, 1. In consultation with your leader, plan 1. Be familiar with the community
others plan ways and find opportunities ways and find opportunities to spend services in your area and give assis-
to spend time being a friend with at least two hours helping an elderly tance for at least four hours.
someone in need. person.
2. Spend at least four hours partici- 2. Spend at least four hours participating 2. Participate in at least two church
pating in projects that benefit the in projects that benefit the church or programs for a total of four hours.
church or school. school.
Making 1. Discover ten qualities of being a 1. Discuss how the media strengthens or 1. Participate in a panel discussion
Friends good friend and share two that are weakens our relationship with others. or skit on peer pressure and its role
most important to you. in your decision making.
2. Fulfill requirements #1, #2, and #3 2. Fulfill requirements#1, #2, and #3 2. Fulfill requirements #1, #11, #1,
of the Christian Citizenship Honor. of the Cultural Diversity Appreciation and #14 of the Christian Grooming
Honor. and Manners Honor.
Health and 1. Learn about the value of good nu- 1. Learn about the value of temperance, 1. Learn about the value of exercise,
Fitness trition & water by discussing: by: fresh air & sunshine, by:
- The Choose My Plate guidelines. A. Memorizing and signing the Tempe- A. Giving two reasons why physical
- The daily servings for each food rance Pledge.
fitness is important.
group. B. Memorizing two of the following Bible B. Explaining the relationship
- The importance of a balanced diet. texts: Romans 12:1, 2; 1 Cor. 10:31; Prov. between proper diet, exercise, and
- The importance of drinking a 20:1; 3 John 1:2.
weight control.
healthy amount of water (these are C. Discussing all the following situations C. Explaining the benefits of fresh
requirements #1 and #6 of the Nutri- and role-play one: Your best friend asks air and sunshine.
(A. & B. fulfill
tion Honor) you to try a cigarette; An older relative requirement #7 of the Christian
offers you a drink of beer; The smoke Grooming and Manners Honor).
from a stranger’s cigarette is bothering
you. (A. fulfills requirement #1, B. & C.
fulfill parts of requirements #2 & #7 of
the Temperance Honor)
2. Earn the Red Alert Honor. 2. Earn the First Aid Basic Honor. 2. Earn the Basic Rescue Honor.
3. Complete the Basic Water Safety 3. Complete the Basic Water Safety OR 3. Complete the Basic Water Safety
OR Beginner Swimming Honor, if not Beginner Swimming Honor, if not pre- OR Beginner Swimming Honor, if
previously earned. viously earned. not previously earned.
NAD RANGER VOYAGER GUIDE
SAMPLE
Serving 1. Fulfill requirements #7 and #8 of 1. Fulfill requirements #1, #2, and #3 of 1. Fulfill one of the following honor
others the Serving Communities Honor. the Identifying Community Needs Honor. requirements: #3 of Crisis Interven-
tion, #4 of Community Improve-
ment, #3 of Teaching, #3 of Rural
Development Honor.
2. Fulfill requirement #9 of the Ser- 2. Fulfill requirement #4 of the Identif- 2. Fulfill one of the following honor
ving Communities Honor. ying Community Needs Honor. requirements: #4 of Crisis Interven-
tion, #6 of Community Improve-
ment, #s 5 or 6 of Teaching, #5 of
Rural Development.
Making 1. Role-play the story of the Good 1. Discuss the needs, plan, and participate 1. Through discussion and personal
Friends Samaritan and think of ways you can in an activity for physically challenged research examine your attitudes on
serve your neighbors and carry out individuals. two of the following topics:
three of your ideas. - Attitudes toward moral issues in
sex and dating.
- Self-concept as it affects choices
of a husband/wife.
- How peer pressure affects rela-
tionships with parents, family, other
relatives, and friends.
2. Fulfill requirements #1, #5, and #10 2. Fulfill requirements #3, #5 and #6 of 2. Fulfill requirements #5 and #6 of
of the Family Life Honor. the Stewardship Honor. the Language Study Honor.
Health and 1. Learn about the value of divine 1. Earn the Physical Fitness Honor, if not 1. Under the guidance of an adult
Fitness power & rest by:
previously earned. staff member, choose one of the
A. For 5 consecutive days, spend ei- following:
ght minutes each day in a quiet spot ● Teach the Red Alert Honor.
(no electronics, books, or distrac- ● Teach requirement #1 of
tions) and reflect on ways God has Health & Fitness for Friends.
touched your life during the last 24 ● Teach requirement #1 of
hours. Health & Fitness for Companion.
B. Share what you liked and did not
like about your quiet time with a
friend or your group.
C. Keep a sleep log for seven days.
D. Find an article on how a lack of
sleep affects the body and make a
presentation about what you have
learned (are you getting enough
sleep?).
E. Read these texts: Ex. 31:17; Ez.
20:20; Isa. 58:13 & 14; Matt. 12:11 & 12.
F. Discuss with your group, How will I
keep the Sabbath so it will be a mea-
ningful experience in my relationship
with God and positively impact my
physical health?
2. Earn the First Aid Honor. 2. Earn the CPR Honor. 2. Complete a Health & Science
honor not previously earned.
3. Complete the Basic Water Safety 3. Complete the Basic Water Safety OR 3. Complete the Basic Water Safety
OR Beginner Swimming Honor, if not Beginner Swimming Honor, if not pre- OR Beginner Swimming Honor, if
previously earned. viously earned. not previously earned.
NAD FRIEND COMPANION EXPLORER
SAMPLE
Nature 1. In consultation with your leader, 1. In consultation with your leader, plan 1. Be familiar with the community
study plan ways and find opportunities ways and find opportunities to spend services in your area and give assis-
to spend time being a friend with at least two hours helping an elderly tance for at least four hours.
someone in need. person.
2. Spend at least four hours partici- 2. Spend at least four hours participating 2. Participate in at least two church
pating in projects that benefit the in projects that benefit the church or programs for a total of four hours.
church or school. school.
Outdoor 1. Discover ten qualities of being a 1. Discuss how the media strengthens or 1. Participate in a panel discussion
Living good friend and share two that are weakens our relationship with others. or skit on peer pressure and its role
most important to you. in your decision making.
2. Fulfill requirements #1, #2, and #3 2. Fulfill requirements#1, #2, and #3 2. Fulfill requirements #1, #11, #1,
of the Christian Citizenship Honor. of the Cultural Diversity Appreciation and #14 of the Christian Grooming
Honor. and Manners Honor.
NAD FRIEND COMPANION EXPLORER
SAMPLE
Nature 1. In consultation with your leader, 1. In consultation with your leader, plan 1. Be familiar with the community
study plan ways and find opportunities ways and find opportunities to spend services in your area and give assis-
to spend time being a friend with at least two hours helping an elderly tance for at least four hours.
someone in need. person.
2. Spend at least four hours partici- 2. Spend at least four hours participating 2. Participate in at least two church
pating in projects that benefit the in projects that benefit the church or programs for a total of four hours.
church or school. school.
Outdoor 1. Discover ten qualities of being a 1. Discuss how the media strengthens or 1. Participate in a panel discussion
Living good friend and share two that are weakens our relationship with others. or skit on peer pressure and its role
most important to you. in your decision making.
2. Fulfill requirements #1, #2, and #3 2. Fulfill requirements#1, #2, and #3 2. Fulfill requirements #1, #11, #1,
of the Christian Citizenship Honor. of the Cultural Diversity Appreciation and #14 of the Christian Grooming
Honor. and Manners Honor.
Practical Applications for
Teaching Investiture
Achievement—EDUC 210
Description
This workshop considers the challenges and opportunities of leading and instructing the Investiture
Achievement Curriculum. Practical ideas for creative and dynamic instruction focused on active learn-
ing will be included. A variety of teaching methods are introduced to encourage instructors to use
different techniques.
Description
This workshop will inform students of the intent, value, variety, and exploration potential of teaching
honors. It will discuss what to consider when selecting honors for instruction, including integration of
honors required by Investiture Achievement levels. Guidelines for teaching include creating learning
activities to complete the honors as well as how to balance integrity of learning with conflicts of time,
funding, and safety. Information will be provided on where to find honor requirements and answers.
Guidelines That Will Help When Pre- Where to Find Honor Answers?
paring to Teach Any Honor • Adventist Youth Honors Answer Book
1. Preparation—Develop a lesson plan. (sponsored by NAD) http://wiki.pathfinder-
2. Complete study—Before teaching, learn sonline.org/w/Adventist_Youth_Honors_An-
more than required; waive requirements only swer_Book
rarely and replace with another requirement. • Internet
3. When to teach? Meetings, campouts, Sab- • Experts in your church
bath afternoon, school, home.
4. Make it fun, interesting. Use different Where Can I Obtain Honor Patches
methods involving collections, discussion, and Master Awards?
question and answer, brainstorm, game, re- • Conference office or their designee
source person, video, field trip, worksheets,
lab, case study, skit, demonstration. What are Suggested Activities
some activities beyond requirements? Ideas? • Explore the Adventist Youth Honors An-
Lesson Title:
Closure/Summary
No. Periods: Evaluation, Quizzes, Exam
Assignments: Student activities designed to
Teacher Goals: Discuss, encourage, instill, meet objectives
guide, inform, improve
1.
2.
3.
Description
This workshop introduces various views and definitions of discipline. It then covers principles of Chris-
tian discipline and specific techniques for effective discipline.
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(To be adapted by SDA Legal Department of your local field)
Acknowledgment
Because I want the best possible environment for our children and youth to grow up in, it is important that
those working with children have guidelines for conduct in order to protect both themselves and those under
their care. As a ministry volunteer, I want parents and others to feel comfortable and confident with me.
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My Commitment to Volunteer Ministry
As a Youth/Children’s Ministry Volunteer, I will:
1. Provide appropriate adult supervision at all times for the children for whom I am responsible.
2. Have at least one other adult, eighteen (18) years of age or older, to help with the supervision of children. If I
find myself in a situation where I am the only adult present, under no circumstances will I allow myself to be
alone with one child (the “two-person rule”). This protects the child as well as protecting the adult from
possible allegations.
3. Ask a child’s permission before physically touching him/her anywhere, even when responding to an injury or
problem. This is especially true for any areas that would normally be covered by a T-shirt and/or shorts. If an
injury is within this area, make sure another adult works with you as care is provided.
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4. Refrain from physical and verbal attacks and corporal punishment which are inappropriate behaviors and
should never be used as discipline. “Time outs” or “sit-in-that-chair” may be helpful discipline methods to
use with children.
5. Affirm children with appropriate touching by keeping hugs brief and “shoulder-to-shoulder” or “side-to-si
de.” I will keep hands at (not below) the shoulder level. For small children who like to sit on laps, I will
encourage them to sit next to me.
6.Provide extra care when taking small children to the restroom. I will take another adult along, or leave the
door open.
7. Be aware of conducting activities in rooms that do not have an interior viewing area, or I will leave the door
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* In the event I find it impossible to comply with the above, I will comply as closely as possible with the Code
of Conduct and act in good faith for the welfare of the people involved.
Presenters responsible for these workshops should make sure that, in addition to
communicating the information, they take time to make the workshop practical and
give participants time to think about how they are going to apply this in their club.
Presenters are encouraged to build their presentation upon the foundation of Scrip-
ture.
Each of the workshops includes a description of the content, the audience, or partic-
ipants that you can anticipate will attend, resource material, what your participants
will learn, basic content for the workshop and suggested activities.
Pathfinder Club Instructor Certification is part of the Club Ministries Training (CMT)
which includes certifications for Adventurer Club Ministries, Pathfinder Club Minis-
tries, Master Guides, and Youth Ministries.
CMT is based on the Adventist Youth Ministry Training (AYMT) curriculum, devel-
oped by the North American Division.
Prerequisites
1. Be at least 18 years old.
2. Commit to the Youth/Children’s Ministry Volunteer Code of Conduct.
3. Be currently approved by the child protection screening verification of your Conference/ Mission.
4. Be a baptized Seventh-day Adventist Christian who loves Jesus and is willing to share this love in
both word and deed.
5. Complete the Pathfinder Club Basic Staff Certification.
Portfolio Review
The purpose of the review is to confirm com-
pletion of the requirements. It is not to re-
quire conformity to any system requiring
specific formats or style of presentation.
Portfolios are reviewed to determine if they
are complete or incomplete. An incomplete
portfolio will be returned to the participant
with a written explanation of what needs to
be added, corrected, or completed. Portfoli-
os, whether complete or incomplete, should
be returned to the participant in a timely
manner.
Review of completed portfolios will be done
Description
One of the primary tasks of the club secretary is to keep all kinds of records and reports. This session
will explain what these are, how to keep them, and why they are important. The session will also cover
conference-required reports and their use. It will present tracking options (online versus paper).
Description
Developing The Pathfinder Club yearly calendar is a challenging task. It takes time and effort to gather
all the planning details and people together to make a plan, but it must be done if your club is going to
succeed. Know that your club’s calendar planning is crucial for the success of your club. This workshop
will describe the club secretary’s role in the Pathfinder calendar.
Suggested Activities
Develop a calendar in a Google or Excel
spreadsheet or on paper which includes
Conference and District events.
Description
This workshop will describe the forms for which a club secretary is responsible and why they are im-
portant.
Forms
1. “Volunteer Information”
2. “Permission and Medical Consent”
Must be completed for all Pathfinder activi-
ties. (All activities onsite and offsite require
medical consent.) If not completed, Path-
finder cannot travel nor participate.
3. “Health and Medical Record”
4. “Driver Transport Form”
5. “Documentation of Injuries & Incidents”
6. “Conference Medical Payment Claims
Form”
7. “Conference Medical Payment Statement
of Loss Forms” should be stored securely for
3 years.
Description
This workshop will introduce the basic information needed to keep accurate financial records for your
club. This class should be taught in conjunction with FINA 101—Introduction to Budgeting knowing that
the material may intermingle.
Description
This workshop will focus on the steps to follow to prepare a budget. Income sources and expenses to
budget will be explored.
Description
This workshop presents an introduction to fundraising principles and will address issues regarding why
to fundraise and to whom to reach out for funding. The session will explore appropriate and successful
ideas clubs have used for fundraising activities, guidelines to consider, and safety concerns.
Activity
• Present options for fundraising approved
by your Conference.
• List businesses that might help with fund-
raising.
• Participants share ideas that have worked
well for them and are in support of biblical
doctrine as taught by the Seventh-day Ad-
ventist Church.
Description
The session will address the advantages and disadvantages of public announcements, flyers, posters,
email, social media, phone calls, text messages, and face-to-face presentations. Attendees will develop
a communication action plan for their own club during the session.
Suggested Activities
• If possible, split into mixed generational
groups and have each person in the group
describe how they would communicate
about an event. Discuss commonalities.
• Brainstorm effective methods that clubs
are using.
• Have each group analyze an announce-
ment/email and discuss whether or not the
method or wording would encourage them
to respond.
• Demonstrate apps that track responses.
• Role-play a communication being read by
someone who is not of the same culture and
how their interpretation of it might be differ-
ent.
• On a whiteboard or poster board, brain-
storm advantages/disadvantages of each
type of communication.
• Work in small groups to write a communi-
cation plan.
• Demonstrate how to set up a group email.
• Demonstrate reminder apps.
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(To be adapted by SDA Legal Department of your local field)
Acknowledgment
Because I want the best possible environment for our children and youth to grow up in, it is important that
those working with children have guidelines for conduct in order to protect both themselves and those under
their care. As a ministry volunteer, I want parents and others to feel comfortable and confident with me.
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My Commitment to Volunteer Ministry
As a Youth/Children’s Ministry Volunteer, I will:
1. Provide appropriate adult supervision at all times for the children for whom I am responsible.
2. Have at least one other adult, eighteen (18) years of age or older, to help with the supervision of children. If I
find myself in a situation where I am the only adult present, under no circumstances will I allow myself to be
alone with one child (the “two-person rule”). This protects the child as well as protecting the adult from
possible allegations.
3. Ask a child’s permission before physically touching him/her anywhere, even when responding to an injury or
problem. This is especially true for any areas that would normally be covered by a T-shirt and/or shorts. If an
injury is within this area, make sure another adult works with you as care is provided.
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4. Refrain from physical and verbal attacks and corporal punishment which are inappropriate behaviors and
should never be used as discipline. “Time outs” or “sit-in-that-chair” may be helpful discipline methods to
use with children.
5. Affirm children with appropriate touching by keeping hugs brief and “shoulder-to-shoulder” or “side-to-si
de.” I will keep hands at (not below) the shoulder level. For small children who like to sit on laps, I will
encourage them to sit next to me.
6.Provide extra care when taking small children to the restroom. I will take another adult along, or leave the
door open.
7. Be aware of conducting activities in rooms that do not have an interior viewing area, or I will leave the door
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* In the event I find it impossible to comply with the above, I will comply as closely as possible with the Code
of Conduct and act in good faith for the welfare of the people involved.
Presenters responsible for these workshops should make sure that, in addition to
communicating the information, they take time to make the workshop practical and
to give participants time to think about how they are going to apply this in their club.
Each of the workshop summaries includes: a description of the content, the audience
or participants that you can anticipate will attend, resource material, what your par-
ticipants will learn, basic content for the workshop and suggested activities.
CMT is based on the Adventist Youth Ministry Training (AYMT) curriculum, devel-
oped by the North American Division.
Prerequisites
1. Be at least 18 years old
2. Commit to the Youth/Children’s Ministry Volunteer Code of Conduct
3. Be currently approved by your conference’s child protection screening verification
4. Be a baptized Seventh-day Adventist Christian who loves Jesus and is willing to share this love in
both word and deed
5. Complete the Pathfinder Club Basic Staff Certification
Portfolio Review
The purpose of the review is to confirm com-
pletion of the requirements. It is not to re-
quire conformity to any system requiring
specific formats or style of presentation.
Portfolios are reviewed to determine if they
are complete or incomplete. An incomplete
portfolio will be returned to the participant
with a written explanation of what needs to
be added, corrected or completed. Portfoli-
Description
This workshop provides a quick review of the duties of various leadership positions for the ministry
being taught, then focuses on desirable attitudes, traits, and qualities of Christian leaders. It covers the
pluses and minuses of different styles of leadership and shares practical tips on how to lead, with spe-
cial emphasis on tips for leading in a specific ministry.
Suggested Activities
Split into groups and examine the following
passages. Compare the characteristics of a
leader in each passage: 1 Timothy 3, Micah
6, 1 Corinthians 13, Jeremiah 22:3, Zechariah
7:9-10, Sermon on the Mount. What does this
mean for Pathfinder leaders?
As a full group, ask how the above passages
apply to the following topics today:
• Moral confusion
• Social media to fool others
• Alienation in families
• Depression/despondency
• Competition
Description
This workshop focuses on the specific expectations, guidelines and requirements provided by the local
conference to local church ministries. The structure of Pathfinder and Adventurer ministry within the
conference will be outlined and suggestions will be made on dealing with conflicts that might arise
between local directors and coordinators or the conference. The workshop presents this same kind of
information, but in more general terms, concerning the local director’s interaction with the local church
board. The presentation gives specific strategies for promoting ministry and building relationship with
the board, including information on dealing with a non-supportive board.
Description
This workshop introduces concepts of volunteer staff recruiting, screening (including vetting volun-
teers), training, and appreciation. It will offer suggestions on where and how to look for volunteers with
the character and personality needed to support club ministry. It reviews screening requirements of
the local conference, along with brief sharing of suggestions for training curriculum and settings. The
session also includes basic information on how to evaluate staff in order to help them improve their
ministry, shares ways to thank them for their service.
Description
This workshop briefly covers the philosophy of camping and types of camping. It will focus on issues
and techniques of planning and programing an interesting and safe camping experience. Topics include
but are not limited to: location selection, promotion, booking, transportation, activities, food and meal
preparation, safety (including fire, animal, weather, and human), equipment, supervision, and spiritual
components.
Suggested Activities
Plan a campout for your club using the in-
formation from this course. Outline specif-
ic responsibilities that will be designated
to each class for planning, preparation and
implementation during the campout. Plan a
schedule for the campout. Use the following
questions to help guide you in beginning the
planning process.
• What type of campout will it be?
• Where will the campout be? What special
considerations of club/staff members do I
Description
This workshop presents the general outline and structure of the “Investiture Achievement Curriculum.”
Special attention is given to the objectives, or intent, of the eight tracks of each level. These tracks are:
Personal Growth, Spiritual Discovery, Serving Others, Making Friends, Health and Fitness, Nature Study,
Outdoor Activities, and Honor Enrichment. Understanding the intent supporting each track will help
leaders implement specific Investiture Achievement requirements and/or modify and combine them as
needed for teaching their unique group of young people. The workshop will include practical sugges-
tions for creative and dynamic instruction focused on active learning.
Audience/Participants finders
Current and future Pathfinder Club Directors,
Associate Directors and Deputy Directors Workshop Content
Suggested Activities
• Review 2 to 3 club calendar examples of
incorporating Investiture Achievement work
into the Pathfinder schedule and create a
calendar for your club.
• Accommodate Investiture Achievement to
individual and special needs.
• Adapt Investiture Achievement to different
ages.
• Teach an Investiture Achievement level to
teach the skills they are learning to others
3. Memorize the Pathfinder Pledge & 3. A. Memorize/review the Pathfinder 3. A. Memorize/review the Pathfin-
Law. Pledge & Law.
der Pledge.
B. Learn the meaning of the Pathfinder, B. Illustrate your understanding of
Pledge & Law. the Pathfinder Pledge in an interes-
ting way.
4. Learn the Pathfinder Song. 4. A. Learn/review the Pathfinder Song.
4. Learn the meaning of the Path-
B. Illustrate its meaning. finder Emblem.
Spiritual 1. A. Memorize in order the names 1. A. Memorize in order the names of 1. Learn how to use a Bible concor-
Discovery of the New Testament books of the the Old Testament books of the Bible dance by selecting two topics and/
Bible and know the four areas into and the five groups into which they are or words to discover how it is used
which the books are grouped. grouped.
in the Bible.
B. Demonstrate your ability to find B. Demonstrate your ability to find any
any New Testament book. Old Testament book.
2. Memorize a Bible text for the fo- 2. Memorize a Bible text (not previously 2. Memorize a Bible text (not pre-
llowing subjects: learned) for the following subjects: viously learned) for the following
- Prayer - Prayer subjects:
- Doctrine - Behavior - Prayer
- Behavior - Relationships - Behavior
- Salvation - Doctrine - Relationships
- Relationships - Great Passages - Doctrine
- Promises/Praise - Salvation - Great Passages
- Great Passages - Promises/Praise - Salvation
- Promises/Praise
3. Participate in a skit on a story 3. Participate in a skit on one of the fo- 3. Role-play the experience of
about the life of Jesus such as: llowing Old Testament characters: a person of the New Testament
- Jesus in the temple at 12 - Joseph Church in the book of Acts.
- Jesus being tempted in the wilder- - Esther
ness - Jonah
- Jesus feeding the 5,000 or another - Ruth
favorite story about Jesus
4. Learn about the worldwide Advent 4. Research two early Adventist Pioneers 4. A. Learn stories of eight missio-
Awakening (late 1700s to 1844 time (1844 to 1900) and present what you naries (to at least four continents)
period) by identifying seven people have learned. who served during the Seventh-day
and three events explaining why they Adventist mission expansion (1900
are important. to 1950).
B. On a world map, plot their coun-
try of service.
C. Make a presentation about your
favorite missionary.
NAD RANGER VOYAGER GUIDE
SAMPLE
Personal 1. Be in Grade 8 or its equivalent.
1. Be in Grade 9 or its equivalent. 1. Be in Grade 10 or its equivalent.
Growth 2. A. Develop your devotional life 2. A. Develop your devotional life by 2. A. Develop your daily devotional
by studying the Weekly Devotional studying the Senior Weekly Devotional life by studying the Senior Weekly
Guide (weeks 40-52) and the book Guide (weeks 1-26) and the book of Devotional Guide (weeks 27-52)
of John utilizing printed or electronic Romans utilizing printed or electronic and the book of Revelation utilizing
resources. resources. printed or electronic resources.
B. Journal your thoughts by asking B. Journal your thoughts by asking ques- B. Journal your thoughts by asking
questions like: tions like: questions such as:
- “What did I learn about God?” - “What did I learn about God?” - “What did I learn about God?”
- “What did I learn about myself?” - “What did I learn about myself?” - “What did I learn about myself?”
- “How can I apply this to my life - “How can I apply this to my life today?” - “How can I apply this to my life
today?” - “What in this text is meaningful to me?” today?”
- “What in this text is meaningful to - “What is the theme in the verses I You may journal through writing,
me?” read?” drawing, or electronic process.
- “What is the theme in the verses I You may journal through writing, drawing
read?” or electronic processes.
You may journal through writing,
drawing or electronic processes.
3. A. Memorize/review the Pathfinder 3. Memorize the AY Aim. 3. Memorize the AY Motto.
Law.
B. Illustrate your understanding of
the
Pathfinder Law in an interesting
way.
4. Learn the meaning of the AY Em- 4. Illustrate the meaning of the AY Aim in 4. Illustrate the meaning of the AY
blem. an interesting way. Motto in an interesting way.
Spiritual 1. Participate in a Bible-marking pro- 1. Review the Biblical reasons for the 28 1. Write and share your personal
Discovery gram on the inspiration of the Bible. Fundamental Christian Beliefs of the testimony.
Seventh-day Adventist Church.
2. Memorize the 10 Commandments 2. Memorize five Bible texts that support 2. Memorize one key text for each
in Exodus 20:3-17. one of the 28 Fundamental Beliefs. of the following Bible teachings:
- Second Coming of Christ
- Seventh-day Sabbath
- State of the Dead
- Law & Grace
- Conversion
- Judgment
- Inspiration of the Bible
- Spirit of Prophecy
- The Saint’s Reward
3. Read the 13 Baptismal Vows of the 3. Prepare and present a Bible study on 3. Learn the principles of leading a
Seventh-day Adventist Church and one of the 28 Fundamental Beliefs. person to Jesus.
share why each of them is important.
4. Read The Pathfinder Story (current 4. Read The AY Story (current edition). 4. Tell a story of a church pioneer to
edition) a group.
NAD FRIEND COMPANION EXPLORER
SAMPLE
Serving 1. In consultation with your leader, 1. In consultation with your leader, plan 1. Be familiar with the community
others plan ways and find opportunities ways and find opportunities to spend services in your area and give assis-
to spend time being a friend with at least two hours helping an elderly tance for at least four hours.
someone in need. person.
2. Spend at least four hours partici- 2. Spend at least four hours participating 2. Participate in at least two church
pating in projects that benefit the in projects that benefit the church or programs for a total of four hours.
church or school. school.
Making 1. Discover ten qualities of being a 1. Discuss how the media strengthens or 1. Participate in a panel discussion
Friends good friend and share two that are weakens our relationship with others. or skit on peer pressure and its role
most important to you. in your decision making.
2. Fulfill requirements #1, #2, and #3 2. Fulfill requirements#1, #2, and #3 2. Fulfill requirements #1, #11, #1,
of the Christian Citizenship Honor. of the Cultural Diversity Appreciation and #14 of the Christian Grooming
Honor. and Manners Honor.
Health and 1. Learn about the value of good nu- 1. Learn about the value of temperance, 1. Learn about the value of exercise,
Fitness trition & water by discussing: by: fresh air & sunshine, by:
- The Choose My Plate guidelines. A. Memorizing and signing the Tempe- A. Giving two reasons why physical
- The daily servings for each food rance Pledge.
fitness is important.
group. B. Memorizing two of the following Bible B. Explaining the relationship
- The importance of a balanced diet. texts: Romans 12:1, 2; 1 Cor. 10:31; Prov. between proper diet, exercise, and
- The importance of drinking a 20:1; 3 John 1:2.
weight control.
healthy amount of water (these are C. Discussing all the following situations C. Explaining the benefits of fresh
requirements #1 and #6 of the Nutri- and role-play one: Your best friend asks air and sunshine.
(A. & B. fulfill
tion Honor) you to try a cigarette; An older relative requirement #7 of the Christian
offers you a drink of beer; The smoke Grooming and Manners Honor).
from a stranger’s cigarette is bothering
you. (A. fulfills requirement #1, B. & C.
fulfill parts of requirements #2 & #7 of
the Temperance Honor)
2. Earn the Red Alert Honor. 2. Earn the First Aid Basic Honor. 2. Earn the Basic Rescue Honor.
3. Complete the Basic Water Safety 3. Complete the Basic Water Safety OR 3. Complete the Basic Water Safety
OR Beginner Swimming Honor, if not Beginner Swimming Honor, if not pre- OR Beginner Swimming Honor, if
previously earned. viously earned. not previously earned.
NAD RANGER VOYAGER GUIDE
SAMPLE
Serving 1. Fulfill requirements #7 and #8 of 1. Fulfill requirements #1, #2, and #3 of 1. Fulfill one of the following honor
others the Serving Communities Honor. the Identifying Community Needs Honor. requirements: #3 of Crisis Interven-
tion, #4 of Community Improve-
ment, #3 of Teaching, #3 of Rural
Development Honor.
2. Fulfill requirement #9 of the Ser- 2. Fulfill requirement #4 of the Identif- 2. Fulfill one of the following honor
ving Communities Honor. ying Community Needs Honor. requirements: #4 of Crisis Interven-
tion, #6 of Community Improve-
ment, #s 5 or 6 of Teaching, #5 of
Rural Development.
Making 1. Role-play the story of the Good 1. Discuss the needs, plan, and participate 1. Through discussion and personal
Friends Samaritan and think of ways you can in an activity for physically challenged research examine your attitudes on
serve your neighbors and carry out individuals. two of the following topics:
three of your ideas. - Attitudes toward moral issues in
sex and dating.
- Self-concept as it affects choices
of a husband/wife.
- How peer pressure affects rela-
tionships with parents, family, other
relatives, and friends.
2. Fulfill requirements #1, #5, and #10 2. Fulfill requirements #3, #5 and #6 of 2. Fulfill requirements #5 and #6 of
of the Family Life Honor. the Stewardship Honor. the Language Study Honor.
Health and 1. Learn about the value of divine 1. Earn the Physical Fitness Honor, if not 1. Under the guidance of an adult
Fitness power & rest by:
previously earned. staff member, choose one of the
A. For 5 consecutive days, spend ei- following:
ght minutes each day in a quiet spot ● Teach the Red Alert Honor.
(no electronics, books, or distrac- ● Teach requirement #1 of
tions) and reflect on ways God has Health & Fitness for Friends.
touched your life during the last 24 ● Teach requirement #1 of
hours. Health & Fitness for Companion.
B. Share what you liked and did not
like about your quiet time with a
friend or your group.
C. Keep a sleep log for seven days.
D. Find an article on how a lack of
sleep affects the body and make a
presentation about what you have
learned (are you getting enough
sleep?).
E. Read these texts: Ex. 31:17; Ez.
20:20; Isa. 58:13 & 14; Matt. 12:11 & 12.
F. Discuss with your group, How will I
keep the Sabbath so it will be a mea-
ningful experience in my relationship
with God and positively impact my
physical health?
2. Earn the First Aid Honor. 2. Earn the CPR Honor. 2. Complete a Health & Science
honor not previously earned.
3. Complete the Basic Water Safety 3. Complete the Basic Water Safety OR 3. Complete the Basic Water Safety
OR Beginner Swimming Honor, if not Beginner Swimming Honor, if not pre- OR Beginner Swimming Honor, if
previously earned. viously earned. not previously earned.
NAD FRIEND COMPANION EXPLORER
SAMPLE
Nature 1. In consultation with your leader, 1. In consultation with your leader, plan 1. Be familiar with the community
study plan ways and find opportunities ways and find opportunities to spend services in your area and give assis-
to spend time being a friend with at least two hours helping an elderly tance for at least four hours.
someone in need. person.
2. Spend at least four hours partici- 2. Spend at least four hours participating 2. Participate in at least two church
pating in projects that benefit the in projects that benefit the church or programs for a total of four hours.
church or school. school.
Outdoor 1. Discover ten qualities of being a 1. Discuss how the media strengthens or 1. Participate in a panel discussion
Living good friend and share two that are weakens our relationship with others. or skit on peer pressure and its role
most important to you. in your decision making.
2. Fulfill requirements #1, #2, and #3 2. Fulfill requirements#1, #2, and #3 2. Fulfill requirements #1, #11, #1,
of the Christian Citizenship Honor. of the Cultural Diversity Appreciation and #14 of the Christian Grooming
Honor. and Manners Honor.
NAD FRIEND COMPANION EXPLORER
SAMPLE
Nature 1. In consultation with your leader, 1. In consultation with your leader, plan 1. Be familiar with the community
study plan ways and find opportunities ways and find opportunities to spend services in your area and give assis-
to spend time being a friend with at least two hours helping an elderly tance for at least four hours.
someone in need. person.
2. Spend at least four hours partici- 2. Spend at least four hours participating 2. Participate in at least two church
pating in projects that benefit the in projects that benefit the church or programs for a total of four hours.
church or school. school.
Outdoor 1. Discover ten qualities of being a 1. Discuss how the media strengthens or 1. Participate in a panel discussion
Living good friend and share two that are weakens our relationship with others. or skit on peer pressure and its role
most important to you. in your decision making.
2. Fulfill requirements #1, #2, and #3 2. Fulfill requirements#1, #2, and #3 2. Fulfill requirements #1, #11, #1,
of the Christian Citizenship Honor. of the Cultural Diversity Appreciation and #14 of the Christian Grooming
Honor. and Manners Honor.
Club Finances—FINA 100
Description
This workshop introduces the basic information needed to keep accurate financial records for your
ministry. Topics include: setting and collecting dues and fees, proper receipting, issues with separate
bank accounts from those of the church, the importance of reconciliation of accounting records be-
tween ministry and the church, dealing with accounts receivable, and budgeting and cost projections.
Description
This workshop introduces various views and definitions of discipline. It then covers principles of Chris-
tian discipline and specific techniques for effective discipline.
Description
This workshop presents strategies and tactics for establishing trusting relationships between your staff
and parents. This includes but is not limited to:
• Documents that present your philosophy and practice of supervision, discipline, and care
• Candid discussion of ministry protocol for complaints or charges of inappropriate behavior
• Establishment of regular, frequent, two-direction communication
• Open discussion of parent expectations and parent participation
• Clear guidelines on parent ‘role’ when they are also a staff member; and
• A parent’s commitment to allow the child to attend ministry events and to avoid denying participation
as a form of punishment for non-related problems
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(To be adapted by SDA Legal Department of your local field)
Acknowledgment
Because I want the best possible environment for our children and youth to grow up in, it is important that
those working with children have guidelines for conduct in order to protect both themselves and those under
their care. As a ministry volunteer, I want parents and others to feel comfortable and confident with me.
PL
My Commitment to Volunteer Ministry
As a Youth/Children’s Ministry Volunteer, I will:
1. Provide appropriate adult supervision at all times for the children for whom I am responsible.
2. Have at least one other adult, eighteen (18) years of age or older, to help with the supervision of children. If I
find myself in a situation where I am the only adult present, under no circumstances will I allow myself to be
alone with one child (the “two-person rule”). This protects the child as well as protecting the adult from
possible allegations.
3. Ask a child’s permission before physically touching him/her anywhere, even when responding to an injury or
problem. This is especially true for any areas that would normally be covered by a T-shirt and/or shorts. If an
injury is within this area, make sure another adult works with you as care is provided.
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4. Refrain from physical and verbal attacks and corporal punishment which are inappropriate behaviors and
should never be used as discipline. “Time outs” or “sit-in-that-chair” may be helpful discipline methods to
use with children.
5. Affirm children with appropriate touching by keeping hugs brief and “shoulder-to-shoulder” or “side-to-si
de.” I will keep hands at (not below) the shoulder level. For small children who like to sit on laps, I will
encourage them to sit next to me.
6.Provide extra care when taking small children to the restroom. I will take another adult along, or leave the
door open.
7. Be aware of conducting activities in rooms that do not have an interior viewing area, or I will leave the door
SA
* In the event I find it impossible to comply with the above, I will comply as closely as possible with the Code
of Conduct and act in good faith for the welfare of the people involved.
Presenters responsible for these workshops should make sure that, in addition to
communicating the information, they take time to make the workshop practical and
to give participants time to think about how they are going to apply this in their club.
Each of the workshop summaries includes: a description of the content, the audience
or participants that you can anticipate will attend, resource material, what your par-
ticipants will learn, basic content for the workshop and suggested activities.
CMT is based on the Adventist Youth Ministry Training (AYMT) curriculum, devel-
oped by the North American Division.