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About This Project
In Matthew 19, Jesus told the disciples to “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” As children were important to Christ during His time on Earth, the Seventh-day Adventist Church places a high value on them as well. The Northern California Conference ministers to children in many different ways, one of which is through our schools. Education is an integral part of the gospel ministry in our territory. Every day, teachers and administrators share the love of Jesus with students, which reinforce the lessons taught by their parents and pastors. These individuals work together to lead students in developing a relationship with Jesus Christ and surrendering their lives to Him.
Nearly half of the 41 Seventh-day Adventist schools in NCC are small schools, having only one, two or three teachers. Because many of these schools are located in somewhat isolated communities, the students do not have many opportunities to interact with other young people who can reinforce their faith. The churches that most of these students attend are frequently not able to offer immersive programs in which they may participate. The pastors in the communities where these small schools are located are limited to the point where the pastor is often responsible for multiple congregations and they carry responsibilities that do not allow them to have frequent interaction with the students.
As the NCC sees each child as a precious blessing, we have seen that special attention needs to be given to students who have limited opportunities for spiritual programs. Therefore, we have determined to provide a youth pastor/chaplain specifically assigned to small schools. This individual travels from school to school providing Weeks of Prayer, youth rallies, service and outreach opportunities, and other formal programming. Additionally, this individual forms relationships with students and points them to the ultimate relationship with Jesus Christ.
This project is about reaching our students in the NCC with a pastor who will intentionally minister to them.
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