Overview:
This workshop presents an introduction to club ministry from the Pathfinder Club perspective. It compares the programs and purposes of club and their role in faith development. It also provides a brief history of the club ministries, insignia, and programs, illustrating God’s leading and care.
Overview:
This workshop presents the structure of a club from unit to executive committee. It outlines job descriptions and expectations for each club leader and reviews the qualities of a Christian servant leader. Club structure from local to General Conference is outlined. It also covers club regulations on membership, attendance, forms, etc. and Conference policies including reporting, finances, uniforms, and insurance.
Overview:
This workshop reviews the mission and goals of Pathfinders and introduces the planning process. It then reviews the elements of the typical Pathfinder year and their format and/or sequence. This includes regular meetings, required forms and paperwork, honors, Investiture Achievement, Induction, Pathfinder Sabbath, camp outs, Investiture, service events, and Conference events.
Overview:
This workshop focuses on how to minister to Pathfinders and how to enable them to minister to others. The Personal Growth, Spiritual Discover, and Serving Others sections of the Investiture Achievement curricula will be reviewed in order to gain an overall understanding of how the Pathfinder program intentionally incorporates Pathfinder club outreach. Also, some of the AY honors classified as Spiritual Growth, Outreach, and Heritage will be reviewed as well as techniques for integrating outreach opportunities into all Pathfinder activities.
Overview:
This workshop introduces staff to the rationale and use of drill in the club. It focuses on teaching them the basic stationary drills used during a regular weekly meeting.
Proper flag use and simple parade commands will be demonstrated as time allows. Pathfinder ceremonies will be highlighted as well.
Overview:
This workshop describes the mental, spiritual, physical, and social growth and needs of the typical Pathfinder and how to relate to them effectively. It includes practical pointers on leading, nurturing, and discipling them. The goal is to enable leaders to help Pathfinders mature in the full stature of Jesus Christ.
Overview:
This seminar introduces teaching concepts and educational objectives. It includes learning styles, multiple intelligences, and teaching styles. It gives a summary of Investiture Achievement objectives and encourages the use of outdoor and experiential learning.
Overview:
This workshop covers introductory information on medical forms, release forms, abuse prevention, conference volunteer screening requirements, staffing levels, transportation guidelines, emergency plans, and supervision issues.
Scheduled Training Session - February 22, 2026
If you are a newly elected Pathfinder leader, a Pathfinder who finished the Guide level, a Master Guide Trainee, a long-time Master Guide needing a refresher course, or somebody who is interested in learning more about the Pathfinder Ministry, then this ONLINE PATHFINDER BASIC STAFF TRAINING (PBST) is for you!
Schedule:
- Start/Orientation: Sunday, February. 22, 2026 @ 9:00 AM (The link to join the session was sent by Zoom via e-mail upon completing your registration.) Please make payment of of $35.00 to complete your your registration.
- Completion date: Sunday, March 29, 2026
IS YOUR LEADERSHIP MISSION-FOCUSED?
By Gloria Allen, OCPC District Coordinator
Dear Fellow Leaders,
WE HAVE A MISSION
Matthew 28:18–20
Pathfinders are not just club members — we are a movement with a mission.
Jesus made it clear in Matthew 28:18–20 that His followers are called to go, serve, and make disciples. This was not a suggestion or an afterthought. It was a charge given with purpose and authority.
Pathfinders leaders, along with Pathfinders, recite our mission every week:
“The Advent Message to All the World in This Generation.”
That mission defines why we exist and why leadership matters.
Mission-Focused Leadership
A mission is an important task entrusted to capable people. It requires commitment, preparation, and responsibility. Pathfinder staff\ are not simply volunteers filling a role — they are leaders called to influence, guide, and protect young people while pointing them to Christ.
Pathfinder Basic Staff Training equips leaders to understand that responsibility. It strengthens our ability to serve intentionally, lead confidently, and model Christ-centered living in everything we do.
Mission and Vision
Our mission is the cause — what God has called us to do.
Our vision is the impact — what the world looks like when we live out that mission.
Without vision, leadership loses direction. Pathfinder leaders must be able to see beyond weekly meetings and activities to the long-term spiritual growth of the young people in their care.
A God-Given Calling
The Great Commission is not reserved for pastors or church administrators. It is a God-given calling for every believer — and especially for those who lead. Pathfinder staff are called to live the mission daily, not only in uniform or during club hours, but in character, conduct, and example.
This mission is personal. It happens in homes, schools, churches, and communities. Wherever Pathfinders go, they are ambassadors of Christ.
Equipped to Lead
God does not call without equipping. He empowers, strengthens, and walks with those who commit themselves to His work. Pathfinder Basic Staff Training exists to help leaders grow spiritually, develop leadership skills, and serve with excellence and integrity.
Pathfinder leadership is about more than programs — it is about people. It is about shaping lives, building faith, and preparing young people to stand for Christ in a changing and challenging world.
Answer the Call
Pathfinder Basic Staff Training is an opportunity to recommit to the mission, strengthen leadership, and serve with purpose. As leaders, we are witnesses of God’s goodness and examples of what it means to follow Jesus.
The mission is clear. The calling is real. The need is urgent.
Are you ready to lead with purpose and live the mission?
Answer the call with a resounding yes: Here I am. Ready to serve. SEND ME!
Access to PBST Seminars
Access code will be given at the PBST meeting on February 22, 2026 at 9:00 am. As soon as you receive it, you may proceed with this self-paced online training course.