Jesus loved little children, and valued them highly. He empathized with the plight of sick children and their parents, and often went out of His way to heal a sick child (Matt. 5:35-43; Mark 7:25-30; Luke 9:38-42). He enjoyed interacting with the children in the temple (Matt. 21:15). When His disciples minimized the value of children by sending away the mothers who were seeking blessings for their children, Jesus reasserted their importance (Matt. 19:14).
Jesus clearly instructed His followers to reach out and minister to children: “He took a little child and had him stand among them. Taking him in his arms, He said to them, ‘Whoever welcomes one of these little children in my name welcomes me; and whoever welcomes me does not welcome me but the one who sent me’” (Mark 9:36, 37). The Adventurer Club is one way in which the church can welcome and care for His children.
Jesus trained His disciples by bringing them apart from the world and into a strong fellowship with Himself and each other. The club atmosphere can create a community of love and help protect children from the negative influences of worldly society.
Families will learn together on a variety of topics from: character building topics, nature, hobbies, safety, and much more. This club also has parenting tips and resources through the family network and is designed to help you be the best parent you can be as you partner with your child and other families to grow your kids to be the best they can be. Most clubs meet twice a month.
The Adventurer curriculum is divided into six levels.
Little Lamb - pre-kindergarten or 4 years old
Eager Beaver - kindergarten or 5 years old
Busy Bee - first grade, 1st
Sunbeam - second grade, 2nd
Builder - third grade, 3rd
Helping Hand - fourth grade, 4th
CLUB MEETINGS:
DATES: 1st and 3rd Sabbath of every month
Time: 1:00 P.M. to 2:30 P.M.
Where: Stockton Fil-Am SDA Church
DONATIONS: Write “Stockton Fil-Am Church Adventurer Club" on the line provided in the tithe envelope to support our club ministry.
Email: stocktonfilamadventurers@gmail.com
