YOUTH INDUCTION CEREMONY

ADVENTIST YOUTH MINISTRIES

ABOUT YOUTH MINISTRY…

Youth ministry is not something that exists

alongside the ministry of the church.
it is an integral part of the church and it is a ministry.
Its philosophy is based on the same foundational principles
that undergird the ministry of
the whole church…
INDUCTION CEREMONY

This is a ceremony where Adventist Youth are

admitted into the local Youth clubs and into the
fellowship of the world wide Youth clubs.
Youths and staff have the opportunity to publicly
show their commitment to the principles and
objectives of Youth clubs.
Promises are made and principles are recited, at
the end – Youths, staff and church members, leave with a sense of
commitment and purpose.
 ADVENTURE CLASSES

1. . Little Lamb Class – This is the class where we learn and discover the joy found in
obeying Jesus. It is the class where you find young people of four (04) years old and the
class is represented by the color light Blue
2. Early Bird Class – This is the class where we learn to explore the love that pours
forth from Jesus Christ and the family. This class is for young people of five (05) years
old and it is represented by the color Green.
3. Busy Bee Class – This is the class where we learn how to stay “bizzzzy” working for
Jesus. The color represented by this class is Yellow and its for young people of six (06)
years old
4. Sun Beam Class - This is the class where we learn courtesy and practice how to shine for
Jesus every day. The color represented by this class is Orange and this is where you find
young people of seven (07) years of age
5. Builder Class – this is the class where we focus on how to build a Christian character and
keep our bodies strong for Jesus. The class color is Blue and the age group is eight (08)
years
6. Helping Hand Class – This is the class where we learn how to lend a hand in service to
Jesus at home, school and in the community. This class is represented by the color
maroon and is for young people who are nine (09) years old.
 ADVENTURE LAW

1. BE OBEDIENT: Which means that I will obey God’s laws and cheerfully do what my
parents and teachers ask me to do.
2. BE PURE: Which means I understand that my body is the temple of God, so I will keep it
clean. I will not swear, smoke, drink alcohol, do drugs, or do any other thing God says is
disgusting.
3. BE TRUE: Which means that I will always tell the truth and never try to deceive–even if I
may get in trouble for it.
4. BE KIND: Which means that I will look for ways to make other people happy. I will never
hurt a person or animal intentionally.
5. BE RESPECTFUL: Which means that I will be courteous to those whom God put in
authority over and to those who are younger and weaker than me.
6. BE ATTENTIVE: Which means that I will listen when someone is talking to me at home,
at school, and at church. I will especially listen for God to tell me what to do with my
life.
7. BE HELPFUL: Which means that I will look for ways to help my family at home, teachers
and friends at school, and other people from other places and I will also help God.
8. BE CHEERFUL: Which means that I will not grumble or complain when I don’t get my
way or when I have work to do. I will remember that God made me and that makes me
happy.
9. BE THOUGHTFUL: Which means that I will make courtesy a habit, both in words and
actions. I will look for ways to be nice to people. I will not be rude or irritating.
10.BE REVERENT: Which means that I will listen carefully to God, His word, and His
messengers and I will never make fun of holy things.

ADVENTURE PLEDGE
“Because Jesus loves me, I will always do my best”
 PATHFINDER CLASSES

1. Friend Class is a course of study in learning, skills, and physical fitness that will help one
to be a better neighbor now and a friend of God throughout eternity.
2. Companion Class is a course of study in learning, skills, and physical fitness that will give
more meaning to life and a companionship with Jesus Christ every hour of the day.
3. Explorer Class is a course of study that will help one to find new adventure in exploring
God’s world to secure true and genuine happiness.
4. Ranger Class is a course of study that will open up new areas of discovery in the natural
and spiritual world to secure true and genuine happiness.
5. Voyager Class is a course of study in physical, mental, cultural, and spiritual
development that challenges the teen to develop a wholesome self-concept and
Christian life-style.
6. Guide Class is a course of study that emphasizes personal growth and spiritual
discoveries and prepares the Pathfinder for development of new skills in leadership and
survival techniques.

PATHFINDER LAW
1. “Keep the Morning Watch,” meaning I will have prayer and personal Bible study each
day.
2. “Do my honest part,” meaning 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,” meaning I will be temperate in all things and strive to reach a high
standard of physical fitness.
4. “Keep a level eye,” meaning I will not lie, cheat or deceive, and will despise dirty talk or
evil thinking.
5. “Be courteous and obedient,” meaning 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,” meaning in any devotional exercise I will be quiet,
careful, and reverent.
7. “Keep a song in my heart,” meaning I will be cheerful and happy and let the influence
of my life be as sunshine to others.
8. “Go on God’s errands,” meaning I will always be ready to share my faith and go about
doing good as did Jesus
 PATHFINDER PLEGE
1. “By the grace of God,” meaning that only as I rely on God to help me, can I do His will.

2. “I will be pure,” meaning I will not only be considerate and kind to my fellow men but
also to all of God’s creation.

3. “I will be kind” meaning that I will rise above the wicked world in which I live and keep
my life clean with words and actions that will make others happy.

4. “I will be true,” meaning I will be honest and upright in study, work and play and
can always be counted upon to do my very best.

5. “I will keep the Pathfinder Law,” meaning I will seek to understand the meaning of the
Pathfinder Law and will strive to live up to its spirit, realizing that obedience to law is
essential in any organization.

6. “I will be a servant of God,” meaning I will pledge myself to serve God first, last and best
in everything I am called upon to be or do.

7. “I will be a friend to man,” meaning I will live to bless others and do unto them as
I would have them do unto me.
 7 AMBASADOR MODULE ELEMENTS
1. A Christ-Centered Discipleship Plan

This is the course of study where Ambassadors learn that the power of an Ambassador is only found in
the character of Jesus Christ being reflected in them as they become a living sacrifice and be baptized
by the Holy Spirit

It also helps them understand that the role of an Ambassador is to represent the Kingdom of God on
earth.

2. Christian Leadership

This is the course of study where we learn the Biblical view of leadership which gives opportunities to
experience Servant Leadership and also to lead. This is where we also learn that everyone is a leader

3. A Personal, Small Group Based and Public Evangelistic Mission Lifestyle

This is the course of study where we learn how to grow spiritual and evangelize and also use this
opportunity to share about Jesus and His plan of salvation. This is where we learn and understand the
essence of the Seventh-day Adventist message and its contribution to the world. This course helps us
understand that this message must be take now to the world through our lifestyle and public
evangelism

4. Character and Personality Development

This is the course of study where we learn how to develop a Christian Character and personality and
also engage in activities that build them. This is where we also learn skills to process life experience for
holistic growth

5. Lifestyle Vocational/Career Development

This is the course of study where we learn how to expand our skills to serve and become proficient
enough to teach them to other people

6. friendship and Relationship Skill Development

This is the course of study where we learn how to develop communication skills and be able to
maintain friendship and relationships and also how to lead our friends into a saving relationship with
Christ. This is where we also learn how to understand and reconcile Biblical views

7. Community Outreach Development

This is the course where we learn how to actively serve the community as Ambassadors for Christ in
variety ways.
 LEGION OF HONOR
 HONOR CHRIST in that which I choose to BEHOLD.

I will not spend precious moments in reading that which will be of no profit to me, and which only
unfits me to be of service to others

 HONOR CHRIST in that to which I choose to LISTEN.

I will devote my time and my thoughts to acquiring a fitness for God's service.

 HONOR CHRIST in the choice of places to which I GO.

I will close my eyes to frivolous and sinful things

 HONOR CHRIST in the choice of ASSOCIATES.

My ears are the Lords, and I will not listen to the subtle reasoning of the enemy.

 HONOR CHRIST in that which I choose to SPEAK.

My voice shall not in any way be subject to a will that is not under the influence of the
Spirit of God

 HONOR CHRIST in the care I give my BODY TEMPLE.

My body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, and every power of my being shall be
consecrated to worthy pursuits"
 AY MODULES
1. Organization Module is the module which presents the history and organization of youth ministry in
the Seventh-day Adventist Church. The strong emphasis is based in the local Church. This module also
deal with the responsibilities of Youth Leaders at the local Church.
2. Leadership module is one of the modules which incorporates the aspects of training and actual
practice of activities required for senior leadership. This module emphasizes on the qualities of idea
leadership, the psychology of leadership, leadership styles and its functions. The practical matters such
as how to chair a meeting is also taught under this module.
3. Commitment Module is one which revolves around those activities and programs that are devotional
in nature, and that provide for special affirmation and celebration opportunities. Such activities are;
“Weeks of Prayer” “Weeks of Spiritual Emphasis” “Bible Conferences” “Morning Watch.” It also talks
about the time of reaffirmation of Youth’s continuing faith and confidence in God like the induction
ceremonies. This is the module which dedicated to strengthening the spiritual life of youths and their
leaders as they participate in such activities
4. Discipleship module is the module which teaches youths on how to become good disciples and stay
committed in that way of life. In this module the extensive presentation on psychological aspect of
youth leadership is given. The spiritual well being of all members is emphasized in order for all member
to be good disciples. The ultimate objective of this module is to disciple others to the Lord and to equip
them to share in this new experience.
5. Worship Module. This is the module which helps youths to understand that worship is not merely
attending church. They understand that religious exercise of worship includes learning to live in God’s
presence, and integrating those things learned at church into one’s daily living. This is the module
which helps Adventist Youth discover the joy of worship, and how to adopt a worshipful spirit while
attending church.
6. Witnessing Module is the module which enables Youths share their own individual experience in the
Lord. In this module, Adventist Youth discuss effective witnessing and how it might be accomplished
within the Society.
7. Fellowship Module is the module designed to guide Youth Leaders in finding resources to help provide
meaningful recreation for the AY Society. In this module Youths learn how to deal with their leisure
time. This is module provides and adopt recreations and entertainments that reflect the Adventism
lifestyle.
8. Empowering Youth Module. This is the module that summarizes the whole purpose of Youth Ministry
in the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Salvation and Service focused Youth Ministry through
Discipleship, Leadership, evangelism. Service or Mission empowers Youths to be strong Christians and
participant in the mission of the church. This is the module which combines the eight modules into four
strategic themes of Youth Ministry in the Seventh-day Adventist Church
 SENIOR YOUTH PLEDGE
Loving the Lord Jesus.This introductory thought directs our minds toward the
motto of Adventist youth. it is the impelling force of the pledge and the
movement of Adventist youth. The value of service for the Master is
measured by the love and dedication with which Adventist youth serve him.
Does the Lord Jesus completely direct the life?

i promise. The word promise is synonymous, in this case, with desire, and
can revolutionize the life. Promise means that youth are not dominated by
someone else, but rather are ready and willing to follow the Lord’s leading.
They have a purpose, and are committed.

to take an active part in the youth ministry of the church (in the work
of the Adventist Youth Society). This means to be involved in the activities of
the AY Society, including the meetings and witnessing outreach. The
Adventist youth will always be ready to help someone, and will support his or
her AY Society and church in their various activities.

Doing what i can to help others. This is a commitment that denotes

readiness and dedication on behalf of others. it means to do one’s best for a
cause, and represents the greatest effort to help in every phase of activity
within the organization of the Adventist Youth Society and in the church. The
true Adventist youth is always ready to take advantage of every opportunity
to serve.

And to finish the work of the gospel in all the world. This last part of the
Adventist Youth pledge urges the youth to think of the AYS aim. it represents
the extension of the divine mandate of our Lord Jesus in a universal scope. it
is a challenge to the youth to understand the divine command. First in
Jerusalem, then in Judea, then in Samaria, and finally unto the ends of the
earth.
 AY MOTTO
“The love of Christ compels us.”
• The motto, based on 2 Cor. 5:14, is the motivating force in the Adventist
youth movement. Without love there is only formation and certain
failure. With the love of Christ success is sure, because it is a love that
never deceives us. This is the love that always triumphs. It advances in the
face of any difficulty, until the task is done, the conflict won, and the
victory achieved.

• AY AIM
“The Advent message to all the world in my
generation”

How universal and at the same time how definite is this Aim!

“The message” is that which the youth will take.

“To all the world” is where the youth will take the message.

“In this generation” tells us when it will be taken..

Adventist youth should not only know the Adventist message, they must
know that Jesus will soon return and their lives must also give evidence that
they really believe this message.