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Capacitación Para Padres y Maestros Hispanos del Ministerio Infantil en la Conferencia de Potomac de los Adventistas del Séptimo día Respecto a la Transmisión de Creencias y Valores
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The author of this project perceived, during the more than 30 years she served in Children’s Ministry in various locations around the world, that Adventist parents (as well as Children’s Ministry teachers) generally want to pass on to their children and students the beliefs and values they themselves hold so dear. Even outside the church setting, the transmission of values has been touted as the hallmark of successful socialization (Danioni, 2024). However, the results are not always as desired in society, and even in the church. One study revealed in 2006 that 61 percent of young people around twenty years of age who were spiritually active during their teenage years became disengaged from their faith afterwards (Barna, 2006). Another group of researchers warned that forty to fifty percent of young people who are connected to a Christian youth group upon high school graduation will drop their faith in their college years (Powell, Griffin, & Crawford, 2011). A 2023 survey even revealed that parents in general place very little importance on their children growing up with religious beliefs similar to their own. Only one in three parents (35%) say it is extremely or very important to them that their children share their religious beliefs (Minkin & Horowitz, 2023). -- A training for parents and Children Ministries’ teachers in the Potomac Conference of Seventh-day Adventists regarding the transmission of beliefs and values to new generations has the potential to benefit the local field, and the results of the intervention could serve as a reference for other fields that may be experiencing similar realities.
Methodology
This research belongs to the area of applied theology, is descriptive in nature, and its purpose is the design, implementation, and evaluation of a training for Hispanic parents and teachers within the Children’s Ministry program in the Potomac Conference of Seventh-day Adventists regarding the transmission of beliefs and values. In order to accomplish such purpose, the author undertook a theological exploration of the topic, as well as a review of contemporary literature as it relates to the transmission of beliefs and values. An analysis of the local context provided the rest of the platform for the design, implementation, and evaluation of a training on the transmission of beliefs and values for Hispanic parents and teachers within the Children’s Ministry program in the Potomac Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. The main tools that helped evaluate the results of the intervention were direct observation and participant surveys.
Results
The most direct outcome of this project was the successful implementation of a training for Hispanic parents and teachers within the Potomac Conference of Seventh-day Adventist Children’s Ministries on the transmission of beliefs and values. A total of fiftysix people registered for the training, and fifty-two (93%) of those who registered completed their classes. The final survey revealed that all fifty-two participants (100%) rated the topics as “relevant”, and “beneficial to me in regards to the transmission of beliefs and values”. In addition, fifty-one participants (98%) agreed that the presenter demonstrated knowledge of the seminar topics, and one participant (1.9%) partially agreed to that as well. Also, fifty-one people (98%) also said they would take a seminar like this again. Finally, thirty-one participants (69%) went out of their way to write a positive comment about their seminar experience, indicating that the training was received with a great deal of enthusiasm. Participants included representation from Maryland (ten churches), as well as Virginia (8 churches) and Washington, D.C. (two churches), for a total of twenty churches represented. In addition to those who formally registered, another fifteen people stayed during the presentations in order to observe and learn even though they were not registered, which evidences a high level of interest on the part of church members in this Conference.
Conclusions
The results of the implementation of this project confirm the usefulness of a training on the transmission of beliefs and values in the Potomac Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. The results also indicate that such a project could be beneficial to other churches or regions that might be experiencing the need to reinforce the process for the transmission of beliefs and values from one generation to the next
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No full textImplementación de un Seminario de Educación Sexual para Matrimonios en la Iglesia Adventista del Séptimo Día de Satélite, México
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The Satellite District is composed of four churches belonging to the Seventh-day Adventist Association the Central Mexican Union, which maintains a limited and reduced teaching on the topic of marital sex education, despite the availability of governmental information, denominational publications, and other resources which indicates that it has been omitted from church programming for the last ten years. Within this context, the following research question was formulated: How does the lack of guidance and information on sexual education impact the marriages of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in the Satelite District in the second semester of 2023?
Methodology
The researcher developed a seminar addressing various dimensions of marital sexual education from the perspective of biblical literature, the writings of Ellen G. White, and contemporary literature. Through a careful analysis of the immediate context, the researcher established the foundation for designing, implementing, developing, and evaluating a marital sexual education seminar for the Satelite Church. Surveys were conducted to assess the outcomes of the project.
Results
The surveys conducted with participants assessed their opinions on the content, practical nature, delivery method, and attendance of the seminar. Based on the measurement scale used, the results indicate that 93% of participants rated their perception of the seminar as good to very good. It is worth noting that in both the first and second evaluations of the seminar, a minority of 1.7% expressed dissatisfaction with aspects such as the content, practical nature, delivery method, and attendance, among others. Lastly, direct observation shows that the seminar was well-received and positively accepted by all participants, helping them to prevent issues, provide guidance, and strengthen their marital relationships.
Conclusion
The results of the seminar’s implementation confirm the findings derived from the analysis of the Bible, the writings of Ellen G. White, and contemporary literature on the subject. They demonstrate that implementing a marital sexual education seminar can effectively address how the lack of guidance and information on sexual education impacts the marriages of the Satélite Seventh-day Adventist Church
Andrews University and Southern Adventist University\u27s Symphony Orchestra Collaboration
No full textThe Andrews University Symphony Orchestra welcomes the Southern Adventist University Orchestra for a joint performance.https://digitalcommons.andrews.edu/events-2024-2025/1019/thumbnail.jp
Analysis of the Snake Cube Puzzle and Adjacency Criteria
No full textThe snake cube is a puzzle that consists of straight and turn pieces attached by a string that folds into a n x n x n cube. Finding solutions for large cubes is difficult, so finding necessary conditions for solutions is crucial. Using computational algorithms and mathematical proofs, I find improved bounds for the maximum number of straight pieces in a given puzzle size. In particular, I introduce and apply the adjacency criterion to identify groups of puzzles that are unsolvable. Additionally, I find a connection between the number of puzzles that adhere to the adjacency criterion and generalized Fibonacci sequences
Building Bridges: The Power of Professional Learning Communities (PLCs)
No full textBuilding Bridges: The Power of Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), an engaging workshop designed to explore the positive impact of educators engaging in professional development in learning communities made up of other educators. This interactive session delves into the profound effects of fostering Professional Learning Communities, providing participants with the tools and strategies to construct meaningful bridges that connect educators, enhance collaboration, and elevate the collective expertise within educational institutions. Attendees will discover how PLCs can strengthen communication, cultivate a culture of continuous improvement, and ultimately enhance student outcomes. Join us in exploring the transformative potential of collaborative learning and leave empowered to build bridges that unite educators and propel professional growth
World Bank Board is set to meet next month and approve some $ 250 million for Ghana to help support financial sector recovery
No full textWorld Bank Board is set to meet next month and approve some $ 250 million for Ghana to help support financial sector recovery. This will be targeted at banks and other financial institutions hit by the domestic debt exchange programme. How critical is this? I asked Associate Professor of Finance at Andrews University WILLIAMS KWASI PEPRAH, Ph.D