1. Be a baptized member, in regular standing, of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Provide a copy of a document such as:

• Baptismal certificate.

• Photo of your baptism.

• Church bulletin that includes your baptism by name.

• Letter from church clerk or pastor confirming membership.

2. Be at least 16 years of age to start this card and 18 years of age at Investiture.

• Include a copy of an official ID to verify your age.

3. Complete a background check and child protection course if 18+ years old.

• We recommend that the instructor of the child protection course visit www.adventistrisk.org. This procedure will provide more accurate information for the local area from a legal perspective. Most of the principles of safety used for Pathfinders will also apply to Adventurers since participants of both groups are minors.

• A certificate or letter from your Conference/Mission or the issuing organization stating the candidate has passed the background check.

• Instructor signature for the child protection course.

4. Write a one page report or video on what it means to be a Master Guide and why you want to become a Master Guide. (Include the written one-page report or video in your Portfolio).

The candidate and mentor should discuss questions such as the following:

• What is the meaning of Master Guide?

• Why do you want to become a Master Guide?

• How would you use your training for God and the church after investiture?

Write a one-page report or record a video summarizing the discussion and your answers to the questions above. 

5. Complete each of the following workshops:

• Club Ministry: Purpose & History

• Club Organization

• Programming & Planning

• Club Outreach

• Ceremonies & Drill

• Developmental Growth

• Introduction to Teaching

• Medical, Risk Management and Child Safety Issues

Include verification of completion for each workshop such as a signature page with the workshop name, date, and instructor signature.

Download CMT Basic Staff Training Workshops

Download Adventurer Basic Staff Training

Download Pathfinder Basic Staff Training

Additional Notes: Your progress as a candidate is under the supervision of your Conference/Mission. If under 18 years of age, you do not have to complete a background check, but you must be supervised by an adult when working with minors.

ALL PREREQUISITES MUST BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO BEGINNING THE PROGRAM.

1. Complete each of the following Conference/Mission approved leadership training workshops (materials available in the Master Guide Curriculum Manual):

• Vision. Mission. Motivation.

• Christian leadership

• Discipline & discipleship

• Child & youth evangelism

• Creating effective worships

• Communication: theory & practice

• Education: theory & practice

• Resources for creative instruction

The Master Guide Leadership Training, Workshop Resources for Presenters, General Conference 2021 Edition includes guides for each of the eight workshops under the section Leadership Identity and Growth of the Master Guide Card. Each of the workshop guides includes a description of the content, participants, resource material, what participants will learn, basic content for the workshop, and suggested activities. 

The resources included for these workshops should be adapted to the local conference policies and guidelines. Presenters responsible for these workshops have the opportunity to both communicate information, and to incorporate practical activities and handouts for participants to use in their clubs. 

Download CMT Basic Staff Training Workshops (MASTER GUIDE LEADERSHIP TRAINING Workshop Resources for Presenters) 

In your Portfolio:

1. • Include verification of completion such as a signature page with the workshop name, date, and instructor signature for each of the eight workshops.

2. Read or listen to the book Education by Ellen White. Write a one-page reflection on what you have learned and how you can apply it in your ministry.

In your Portfolio:

2. • Include the one-page reflection with ideas you found meaningful and can use in your ministry.

3. Read or listen to a book about Adventist leadership selected by your Conference/ Mission and do two Share Section options. 

   • Cindy Tutsch - Ellen White on Leadership: Guidance for those who influence others

     • Provide evidence of two Share Section options.

     • Record which chapters you read each day.

4. For each of the following, complete a survey and write a two-page reflection paper:

• Spiritual Gifts - GC Youth Ministries Spiritual Gifts Assessments

• Personalities - www.simplypsychology.org/big-five-personality.html

In your Portfolio:

4. • Include your two-page reflection on spiritual gifts, and your two-page reflection on personalities. Reflect on gifts you identify in yourself and other leaders, how this knowledge will assist you in youth ministry, and how it will strengthen your church for the work God has called it to do.

5. For at least one year, be an active staff member in an Adventurer or Pathfinder Club or teach a Sabbath School for these age groups. Complete each of the following:

   • • Attend at least 75% of all staff meetings.

     •  Teach three Adventurer awards or two Pathfinder honors.

     •  Have or earn the Christian Storytelling honor.

1. Choose ONE of the following and record your progress:

• Have or earn the Physical Fitness honor. 

• Have or earn the Sportsman Master Award (To receive the Sportsman Master Award, earn any seven of the honors listed under the criteria in the link)

• Complete the physical fitness section of the AY Silver Award or Gold Award.

• In consultation with your Master Guide Mentor, choose a fitness app and complete at least a three-month program.

• Complete a three-month physical fitness program recommended by your doctor.

In your Portfolio:

1. 1. • Include your answers and materials collected for the Physical Fitness honor OR Sportsman Master award. Include the physical records achieved for your AY Silver or Gold Award, include a report of dates and training sessions, or Include a written recommendation from a medical professional of an appropriate physical fitness program for your physical/medical needs.

2. Have or earn EACH of the following honors:

• Basic Water Safety

• Camp Safety

• Temperance

• Drilling & Marching

• Stewardship

• Camping Skills I

• Camping Skills II

• Camping Skills III

• Camping Skills IV

• Basic Rescue

In your Portfolio:

2. 1. • Include all your answers and materials collected for these honors.

3. Have or earn AT LEAST THREE of the following honors:

• Backpacking

• Orienteering

• Knot Tying

• Ecology

• Fire Building & Camp Cookery

• Nutrition

Earing honors is a good way to develop the gifts God has given us. These honors will provide a new level of expertise in the desired area, perhaps related to the missional emphasis in your Conference/Mission. Every honor has a purpose, so before selecting, ask yourself what honors are related to your personal skills and will be most useful for your community. 

Include in your Portfolio all your answers and materials collected for the three honors you selected.

4. Hold a current Red Cross First Aid & CPR certificate or its equivalent.

   1. • First Aid Basic

      • CPR Honor

A current certificate is defined as one earned within the past two years or the time limit given before the certificate expires. Every few years, each volunteer should take a First Aid and CPR training course in order to update their certification and be ready for any situation.

The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies offers a number of free online training tools that they call “Learning Platform.” They are offered in different languages. You can find them at https://ifrc.csod.com/client/ifrc/default.aspx. Their site can also provide you with contact information on almost 200 Red Cross or Red Crescent Societies around the world. You can find them at http://www.ifrc.org/en/who-weare/directory/

Include in your Portfolio all your materials collected for this certificate or honor.

1. Choose ONE of the following and do two Share Section options:

• Read or listen to the four Gospels and The Desire of Ages by Ellen G. White. (Desire of Ages Audiobook) 

• Read or listen to the Encounter Plan, Series 1: Christ the Way.

In your Portfolio:

• Provide evidence of two Share Section options and Record which chapters you read each day. 

2. Keep a devotional journal for at least ONE MONTH, summarizing what you learn in your devotional time and outlining how you are growing in your faith.

• You may choose to study the Gospels, The Desire of Ages, and the 28 Fundamental Beliefs during your devotional time, and thus partially complete multiple requirements from the III. Spiritual Growth (Favor with God) simultaneously. This is permissible and encouraged.

In your Portfolio:

•  Include the journal, or a link to access it, in your Portfolio.

3. Read or listen to the book Steps to Christ by Ellen G. White and do two Share Section options.

•  Audio of many Ellen G. White writings, including the book Steps to Christ, are available in multiple languages at http://ellenwhiteaudio.org  

• Find the book Steps to Christ at https://m.egwwritings.org/en/book/108/info 

In your Portfolio:

•  Provide evidence of two Share Section options and record which chapters you read or listen to each day.

4. Write a one-paragraph personal reflection on EACH of the 28 Fundamental Beliefs.

• Visit the official website of the Seventh-day Adventist Church to access the list of beliefs: https://www.adventist.org/beliefs/ 

In your Portfolio:

• Include in every paragraph the key verse(s) connected to each Fundamental Belief.

• Even if at first sight this requirement seems simple, to summarize an entire Fundamental Belief requires a thorough knowledge of the subject, and reflection should include how the belief informs your walk with God, so you have a ready answer to those who inquire about your faith.

5. Choose ONE of the following:

• Teach a THREE MONTH Bible class/baptismal study

• Teach FIVE of the following beliefs at a church-approved program:

  • 1.  Creation

    2.  The Experience of Salvation

    3.  Growing in Christ

    4. The Remnant and its Mission

    5.  Baptism

    6.  Spiritual Gifts and Ministries

    7.  The Sabbath

    8.  Christ’s Ministry in the Heavenly Sanctuary

    9.  The Second Coming of Christ

    10.  Death and Resurrection

(These lessons may be taught in a Bible class/baptismal study, Sabbath School class, or Adventurer/Pathfinder Investiture Achievement coursework. This requirement gives an abridged list of the beliefs most critical and unique to the Adventist perspective)

In your Portfolio: 

• Provide a copy of the completed presentations in your Portfolio. If you participated in a group evangelistic effort, include a short report of the program and outcome. • If you are teaching a Bible class or baptismal study, list the topics that were taught and the materials used for it. Also, the place, dates and a short description of the activity 

6. Choose ONE of the following and do two Share Section options:

• Have or earn the Sanctuary honor.

• Attend a Conference/Mission approved workshop about the Sanctuary.

Include in your Portfolio all your answers and materials collected for this honor or for a workshop explaining the Sanctuary approved by your Conference/Mission. 

7. Choose ONE of the following and do two Share Section options:

•  Have or earn the Adventist Pioneer Heritage honor.

•  Watch the series Tell the World. (Watch Tell The World on YouTube)

•  Watch the series Keepers of the Flame. (Watch Keepers of the Flame Series on YouTube)

•  Read or listen to a book on church heritage approved by your Conference/Mission.

Church Heritage Resources:

• 1. Download Church Heritage Manual (2002 Edition)

  2. Download Church Heritage Book Summary

  3. Download Adventism in Zambia - Dr Cornelius Matandiko

  4. Download Summarized and Updated 2020 Church Heritage Teaching Aid

  5. Download African Church Heritage Teaching Aid (2023. Ps Daniel Sicheka)

  6. Listen to Church Heritage Manual Audiobook

  7. Current Affairs (2024)

In your Portfolio: 

• Include in your Portfolio all your answers and materials collected for this requirement.

• The one-page summary should include the conclusions achieved by the group as well as the main spiritual lessons obtained.

• Complete the Share Section. More information about this at the end of this curriculum

1. Have or earn the Personal Evangelism honor.

2. Have or earn THREE of the following honors:

•  Cultural Diversity Appreciation

•  Peacemaker

• Social Media

•  One ADRA honor not previously earned

•  One Household Arts honor not previously earned

In your Portfolio:

• Include in your Portfolio all your answers and materials collected for the three honors selected. 

3. Participate in organizing three social/fellowship events with your local church.

• With this said, a Master Guide candidate should be involved with the community of the local church, and social/fellowship activities are part of it. Church activities include strengthening friendships within the church, such as potlucks, church picnics, birthdays, and wedding celebrations (John 2:1-12), Sabbath afternoon nature hikes, visiting the elderly or sick, etc. These activities help us connect with the great family of the church without compromising our Bible principles.

In your Portfolio:

• Include a full description of the activities, including dates, places, and your role.

4. Choose ONE of the following and when possible, involve your club or youth group:

• Meet with a local government agency, non-profit, or other organization and participate in a community service project. 

• Work in an outreach initiative with your local coordinator of ADRA (or an equivalent ministry) for a minimum of three months.

In your Portfolio:

• Evidence of your participation may include a photo of you in the event, a full report of the activity (date, venue, what was the mission, number of participants, how did you support the activities, etc.)

REPORTS

1. Write a one-page report or record a video summarizing what it means to be a Master Guide and why you want to become a Master Guide. Include the date, location, and name of the mentor with whom you met.

2. Complete a survey and write a two-page reflection paper on Spiritual Gifts and Personalities.

3. Write a one-paragraph personal reflection on EACH of the 28 Fundamental Beliefs.

COMPULSORY TRAININGS

1. Complete a Conference/Mission approved leadership training in Adventurer Basic Staff Training or Pathfinder Basic Staff Training.

4. Complete CMT Basic Staff Training Workshops (Download MASTER GUIDE LEADERSHIP TRAINING Workshop Resources for Presenters) 

BOOKS

1. Read or listen to the book Education by Ellen White and Write a one-page reflection with ideas you found meaningful and can use in your ministry. (Download Book Summary - Education)

2. Cindy Tutsch - Ellen White on Leadership: Guidance for those who influence others and do two Share Section options. (Download Book Summary - Cindy Tutsch - Ellen White on Leadership)

3. Read or listen to the four Gospels and The Desire of Ages by Ellen G. White. (Desire of Ages Audiobook) or Read or listen to the Encounter Plan, Series 1: Christ the Way.

4. Read or listen to the book Steps to Christ by Ellen G. White. (Download Book Summary - Steps to Christ)

COMPULSORY HONORS

4. 1. Christian Storytelling honor.

   2. Basic Water Safety

   3. Camp Safety

   4. Temperance

   5. Drilling & Marching

   6. Stewardship

   7. Camping Skills I

   8. Camping Skills II

   9. Camping Skills III

   10. Camping Skills IV

   11. Basic Rescue

   12. First Aid Basic & CPR Honor

   13. Sanctuary honor or Conference approved workshop on Sanctuary

   14. Personal Evangelism honor

OPTIONAL HONORS

1. Choose ONE from either Physical Fitness honor, Sportsman Master Award, AY Silver Award or Gold Award.

2. Choose THREE from Backpacking, Orienteering, Knot Tying, Ecology, Fire Building & Camp Cookery, Nutrition, 

3. Choose THREE from Cultural Diversity Appreciation, Peacemaker, Social Media,  One ADRA honor and/or Household Arts honor not previously earned

4. Adventist Pioneer Heritage honor

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