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2009 Annual Survey of Members Ohio Conference TertiaryThis PowerPoint examines the results of a survey conducted on behalf of the Ohio Conference. Members of the church were surveyed to assess the needs, spiritual development and direction of the church. -
A Descriptive Study of the Personality, Attitudes, and Overseas Experience of Seventh-day Adventist College Students Who Served as Short-Term Volunteer Missionaries TertiaryProblem: During the last ten years there has been a surge of interest among college students in short-term volunteer missionary service. It was the purpose of the present study to describe the personality, attitudes, and overseas experience of a group... -
ADRA International Grade 2-LifelongADRA's webpage lists ongoing projects, children's involvement, ADRA's Really Useful Gift Catalog (with such things as rehydration salts to prevent diarrhea, school kits, etc), volunteer information and more. -
Adventist Business Curricula - Connecting Cows and Currency Tertiary-LifelongRead how La Sierra University students make a practical commitment to community. The Students In Free Enterprise (SIFE) team developed a project in which they applied the free enterprise model to a social need. -
Adventist Chaplaincy Ministries - ACM LifelongThe official link to organizations using professional chaplains in secular or church-related institutions. ACM screens and endorses professionally prepared Adventist chaplains to serve in the areas of health care, corrections, campus and the military. The... -
Adventist Mission Grade 9-LifelongThis site provides a wealth of articles, stories, children's activities, videos, a DVD, and other resources about Adventist missions and missionaries. Witness how God is improving lives through Adventist mission work around the world and in your neighborhood.... -
Adventist Risk Management Kindergarten-LifelongAdventist Risk Management (ARM) provides professional risk management service in the areas of risk control consultation and education, property/casualty insurance, health care claims adjudication and personal risk services. -
Adventist Volunteer Center Tertiary-Lifelong"The mission of the General Conference Adventist Volunteer Center is to assist the Seventh-day Adventist® Church in the proclamation of the gospel to all peoples through the ministry of Adventist Volunteers, matching talents, gifts, resources and... -
Adventist Volunteer Ministries Network Tertiary-LifelongThe official missionary volunteer website for the Seventh-day Adventist Church in North America. This site provides a listing of volunteer openings available through a network of leadership of the many volunteer ministries, Adventist churches, schools, and... -
Adventist World Aviation Grade 9-LifelongAdventist World Aviation (AWA) site. AWA exists to provide aviation and communications support to those serving at mission posts in Alaska, Guyana, Phillipines, and Sudan. -
Atlantic Union Teacher Assistant Manual Kindergarten-Grade 12This manual provides written guidelines for the teacher assistant (TA), the teacher who is supported by a teacher assistant, and the local school board, operating within the Atlantic Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists in North America. -
Attitudes of older persons about volunteering and willingness to participate in an intergenerational education program Kindergarten-LifelongEven though a large number of intergenerational programs exist, not one program providing basic educational preparation was discovered. The need for qualified volunteers is an area of concern, because volunteers must possess qualities other than just a desire... -
Between Pacifism and Patriotism - Helping Students Think About Military Options Grade 12-TertiaryAn overview of the Adventist position on noncombatancy and conscientious objection to the draft, and the history of this stand for the purpose of helping young Adventist students today make informed choices regarding military service. -
Beyond Defeat - The 'Johnny' Johnson Story Kindergarten-LifelongThe inspirational story of "Johnny" Johnson. Though he wore the uniform and defended his country abroad, at home Johnny faced the humiliation of segregation and bore the pain of Jim Crowism. Yet, while others cursed, Johnny prayed. And when others... -
Bible Labs - More Than a Witnessing Opportunity Grade 4-Grade 12Bible Labs allow students to practice, participate, and find joy in service. In this article, Judy Schull shares her experiences with three Bible Lab projects: volunteering at a hospital; creating a nature trail for a community; and producing 'Out of the Classroom",... -
Building Community Volunteerism Among Seventh-day Adventist Church Members in Small Towns of North America TertiarySeventh-day Adventists tend to separate themselves from the worldly and secular, which often means separating themselves from people who do not hold Christian beliefs and values. According to the author, the purpose of this project is to deal with issues and... -
Building Your Fundraising Team - Avoiding the Solo Performance Kindergarten-Grade 12"It’s vital to develop a functional and professional team of volunteers, board members, colleagues, and others who participate in the fundraising process. This 2012 NAD session PPT and handout provides suggestions and materials for building a successful fundraising team." -
Christ's Mission in Eagle Rock TertiaryThis report provides an assessment of the Adventist mission in Eagle Rock, a profile of the life and vitality of the Eagle Rock Church and puts information on the table for strategic planning. -
Christ's Mission in Glendale TertiaryThis report provides an assessment of the Adventist mission in Glendale, provides a profile of the life and vitality of the Glendale City Church and puts information on the table for strategic planning. -
Christ's Mission in Hacienda Heights Tertiary-LifelongThis report provides an assessment of the Seventh-day Adventist mission in Hacienda Heights, provides a profile of the life and vitality of the Hacienda Heights Church, finds ways to reach the community and puts the information on the table for future planning. -
Christ's Mission in Harrison Tertiary-LifelongThis presentation provides an assessment of the Adventist mission in Harrison. Its purpose was to profile the life and vitality of the Harrison Adventist Fellowship. -
Christ's Mission in Long Beach Tertiary-LifelongThis report provides an assessment of the Adventist mission in Long Beach, profiles the life and vitality of the Long Beach Adventist Church, assesses the missional opportunities and challenges in the Cambodian community in Long Beach and provides information... -
Christ's Mission in Norwalk Tertiary-LifelongThe goal of this study was to understand the status of the Adventist mission in Norwalk, profile the spiritual life and vitality of the Norwalk Church, find effective ways to reach the community and to provide information for future planning and problem-solving. -
Christ's Mission in Southwest Los Angeles Tertiary-LifelongThis presentation provides an assessment of the Adventist mission in the Gardena area, Los Angeles. Its goal was to profile the life and vitality of the Genesis Congregation. -
Christ's Mission in the Palos Verdes Peninsula Tertiary-LifelongThis presentation outlines information from a study of the Seventh-day Adventist presence in the Palos Verdes Peninsula. The presentation presents background information on the church in the area, trends, as well as a survey of the demographics and needs and... -
Community Kids Connection Grade 9-LifelongCommunity Kids Connection offers a Christ-centered perspective to community service for Loma Linda University (LLU) students. Every week children between the ages of 3-12 visit the Social Action Community Health Systems-Norton (SAC-Norton) to sing songs, listen... -
Creative Teaching Through Community Involvement Kindergarten-Grade 8Frieda Mattson shares how community involvement can become an essential part of the school curriculum. Shares are steps toward greater community involvement and media exposure for Adventist schools. -
Discover Bible Course Evaluation and Input from Students, Staff, Volunteers and Pastors TertiaryThis report presents a study with a purpose to evaluate various aspects of the Discover Bible Study Guides, provide information to make decisions about the revision and updating of the Discover course, and find ideas for reaching new target groups. Interviews... -
Eagle Eye Inc.: Extending the Classroom Into the Community Kindergarten-Grade 12Community partnerships not only expose students to adults involved in meaningful and demanding tasks, but also allow students to participate in such activities themselves. Extending the classroom in to the community provides opportunities for hands-on, cooperative,... -
Essential Skills and Attitudes for Principals in Developing Countries Tertiary-LifelongThis article discusses the characteristics required by those working in an educational administration role in a developing country. -
Field Experience: A Hands-on Approach to Multicultural Education Grade 9-TertiaryField experience is part of building Christ-centered multicultural awareness. A program should fulfil the objectives of the mission of a school. Study and experience should be integrated. Attitude is the core of the 'hidden curriculum'. Opportunities for learning... -
How Library Volunteers Can Help Your Small School Kindergarten-Grade 8"Because a teacher’s schedule is packed, one of the best decisions regarding the library might be to find a volunteer who loves books and children. Many retirees enjoy having time to contribute to their community and can be a valuable resource for... -
JAE: Of Interest to Teachers Kindergarten-LifelongThis Journal of Adventist Education column features current news, reports, and updates of interest to educators. In this issue: Scarce, Outdated Textbooks Impede Learning, Teachers Say; Community Service and Volunteerism; Women's Progress in Education;... -
Maranatha Volunteers International Grade 7-LifelongMaranatha's webpage has information for group and individual involvement in various volunteer projects (click on projects) as well as other ways to get involved in projects around the world. Maranatha is well-known for sponsoring and coordinating building... -
Operation Christmas Child Kindergarten-LifelongSponsored by Samaritan's Purse, Operation Christmas Child is a service project that provides millions of shoe box gifts to millions of children around the world. Children also receive gospel booklets in their own language. This can be a great school... -
Oregon Conference Risk Management Forms & Brochures Preschool-Grade 12The Oregon Conference Risk Management webpage provides downloadable forms and brochures on many safety topics, including school safety & self-inspection, school safety officer job description, and child protection. Scroll down for lists. -
Organizing Your Life Kindergarten-Grade 8This article contains a wealth of practical ideas from an experienced multi-grade teacher on finding ways to utilize time better and possibly reduce stress. The ideas are grouped in the following general topics: plan; simplify; organize; delegate; keep a balance. -
Preparing Leaders for Eternity Tertiary-LifelongCanadian University College President Ganson addresses three essential goals of Seventh-day Adventist education: prepare people for the kingdom; train workers for the church; prepare an educated laity to serve the world. He emphasizes that Adventist colleges... -
Profile 4: Student Missionary Program Kindergarten-LifelongSALUDS is a student missionary program with a unique mission: literacy. Based at Mountain View College in the Philippines, this program sends student missionaries to reach indigenous tribes, such as the Manobo. Entire villages have learned to read and write... -
Profile 5: Parent Involvement Kindergarten-LifelongThe Language Literacy Program at Canberra Christian School enlists the help of parents and community members to meet the need of students. They have achieved a ratio of one adult to every two students. Serving the Australian community since 1972, the school... -
Profile 7: Service and Scientific Attainment Tertiary-LifelongThe National Association for the Prevention of Starvation (NAPS), founded by the faculty and students of Oakwood College's science department, has relieved hunger in Sudan, Zimbabwe, Haiti, Guyana, and within the continental United States. -
Reflection - The Value-adding Component of Service Learning Preschool-Tertiary"The current pervasiveness of service learning (SL) in school communities is reinforced by an increasing recognition of SL’s wideranging benefits. To maximise these, however, necessitates an effective process of reflection— the processing... -
Right in Our Own Backyard : the Role of Volunteering on Church Attendance and Retention Among Seventh-day Adventist Faculty and Staff TertiaryThis presentation lays out a General Conference summit on nurture and retention in 2013. Its purpose was to explore relationship between church volunteering, community service, and religious behaviors among Adventist faculty and staff. A survey was used for... -
School Board Manual - NAD Southern Union Kindergarten-Grade 12This Southern Union School Board Manual contains major policies, plans, and procedures recommended for the administration of conference schools. The materials in this manual are in harmony with the information and policies of the North American Division and... -
Service Learning in Thailand Grade 5-Grade 8Patricia Foster and Wilfred Rieger describe a successful service-learning project in Thailand. Students of the Adventist International Mission School partnered with the Rangist Babies' Home, a government institution in Thailand. This article shares the rationale,... -
Seventh - day Adventists in Canada TertiaryThis presentation is based on a survey of Church members conducted for the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Canada. The survey collected information on members' religious practices and beliefs, their opinions about their local church, and the demographic composition... -
Spanning the generations - a model for using retirees as volunteers in school Kindergarten-LifelongThe present study addressed the potential for using retirees as volunteers in schools. The main advantages for using retirees in the classroom are to bring the generations together and to improve student learning. The fastest growing segment of our population... -
STORM Co - An Introduction to Adventure in Service TertiaryThis TEACH Journal article outlines the philosophy underpinning the STORM Co program that sends teams of trained young people to work for, learn from and encourage individual communities, sharing God's love through service. -
STORM Co Programs Change Lives TertiaryThis TEACH Journal article is an eye-witness report on recent STORM Co teams in action; including community responses. -
Teaching With Words - Speeches by Gordon Bietz Kindergarten-LifelongDownload the manuscripts of memorable sermons and speeches given by Gordon Bietz, past president of Southern Adventist University. -
Thailand Diary TertiaryIn this TEACH Journal article, extracts from the diary of two recent Avondale College graduates who are teaching as volunteers in a refugee camp in Thailand are shared. -
The Children's Ministries Coordinator Preschool-Grade 6A step-by-step guidebook for children's leaders in organizing and running efficient Childrenâs Ministries programs in the local church. Developed by the General Conference Department of Children's Ministries, it offers dozens of ideas for organizing... -
The Christ-Centered, Character-Driven School Kindergarten-Grade 12By default, much of the responsibility for teaching values, morals, and ethics has been passed on to schools. Schools, therefore, must become more intentional in teaching and nurturing moral development. This article addresses how schools, along with home... -
The Nature and Effectiveness of a Community - Based Volunteer - Delivered Health Education Program - A New Zealand Based Case Study Tertiary-Lifelong"Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is increasingly becoming one of the largest contributors to preventable death globally each year. This disease is predominately caused by poor lifestyle choices such as unhealthy diet, inactivity, smoking and the harmful... -
The Power of Service in Adventist Higher Education Tertiary-LifelongColumbia Union College President Wisbey asks "How will our vision for Christian education enable students to take seriously the call of Jesus to be His hands and feet in a world in which wealth and poverty co-exist, where images of hunger and death are... -
Turning Students on to Community Service Kindergarten-TertiaryEvery student should take from his/her school experience a solid grasp of academics and a desire to give something back to society. Volunteering changes students and helps them grasp that altruism brings its own rewards. It enables the student to see the connection... -
VG1 Report - Where Do We Go From Here? Kindergarten-LifelongThe third report focuses on areas of improvement the North America Division is planning based on Valuegenesis I research. These include: 1) Educating boards on the realities faced by church school teachers; 2) Acknowledging the renewed interest teachers are... -
Volunteers as Tutors and Trainers of Tutors - A Qualitative Study Kindergarten-LifelongProblem: The Seventh-day Adventist church/North American Division initiated a Tutoring and Mentoring project in response to President Clinton's America Reads literacy campaign. This study documents the efforts of the church and the first cohort of trainees... -
Volunteers: Partners in Education Kindergarten-Grade 12Seventh-day Adventist schools should tap volunteer resources. Steps for making use of volunteers are finding a volunteer coordinator, assessing the needs, assessing the expertise and willingness of the school's constituents, orientation, recognition, and evaluation. From the JAE multigrade education issue. -
What Alumni Can Do For Their School Tertiary-LifelongThis article from the JAE special higher education issue suggests what alumni can do to increase the viability of their alma mater.