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Children - Teaching kids Christian stewardship

For Children’s Ministries leaders, teaching kids the principles of stewardship goes beyond tithes and offerings. Linda Koh says it also includes learning to manage time, talents and the environment God has given them.

May. 18, 2012

KidsPost - Preview of May issue

A new edition of KidsView magazine is coming in May. Kimberly Maran has this preview.

Apr. 27, 2012

Children's Ministries - Choosing safe supervision

Should volunteers who work with children meet special guidelines? Saustin Mfune has advice on choosing volunteers who will create a safe environment for kids and help prevent child misconduct.

Apr. 20, 2012

Children's Ministries - Age-appropriate service activities

Children’s Ministries leaders say it’s never too early for children to start thinking of others. Here’s Linda Koh with some age-appropriate service project ideas.

Mar. 30, 2012

Lift your hands

Mar. 08, 2012

Safe churches a priority for Adventist Risk Management

With ‘Child Protection Plan,’ local leaders can better protect kids

Silver Spring, Maryland, United States

Feb. 21, 2012

Children

While the Adventist Church didn’t launch Children’s Ministries until 1995, members and leaders have long recognized the importance of nurturing children’s faith. Called GraceLink, current Children’s Ministries curriculum teaches children the core aspects of the Christian faith: grace, worship, community and service. 

Milestones:

  • 1890: church magazine Our Little Friend first publishes Sabbath School lessons for primary and kindergarten children
  • 1957: Primary Treasure magazine is first published for school-aged children
  • 2011: Sabbath School leaders introduce the GraceLink app for iPhone, iPad and Android. It includes Sabbath School lessons and activities, including electronic felts