Cinthya Miranda – Denver, Colorado … Every third Saturday in the month of May, members of the Adventurers Club around the world unite to celebrate World Adventurer Day. Each year carries a special theme, and this year’s theme, “Walking with Jesus,” could not have been more beautifully reflected across the Rocky Mountain Conference (RMC) and beyond.

“Every member of the RMC Adventurer Club council had the privilege of visiting a different church, and I was blessed to attend Colorado Springs Central. From the moment I walked through the front entrance, I was welcomed with warmth, kindness, and a beautifully designed church bulletin honoring the year’s theme,” reflected Cinthya Miranda, RMC Adventurers coordinator. “The sanctuary itself was decorated with care and purpose with colorful scarves draped across the pews and the Adventurer Law and Pledge proudly displayed at the front for all to see. Ola Tebear, who is the Adventurer Club director in Colorado Springs, did a beautiful job.”

She continued, “As I walked down the aisle, I was met with smiles from church members whose joy and support could be felt in every corner of the church. Pastor Dave Ketelsen proudly wore his Master Guide Adventurer scarf as he delivered a powerful and engaging message from the Word of God. It was one of those moments that reminds you just how beautiful ministry truly is.”

The day was made special as, around the world, over 2.5 million children celebrated what it means to walk with Jesus. The Adventurer Club is far more than just another activity for Adventist children. It is intentionally designed to nurture, mentor, and spiritually guide young hearts toward Christ. When children are involved, engaged, and given responsibility within the church, they begin to understand that they belong, and that belonging helps build a lasting faith.

In preparation for World Adventurer Day, Adventurer staff members launched “The Scarf Challenge” one month prior to the celebration. Club members, counselors, directors, and parents were encouraged to wear their scarves everywhere they went and share photos on the Rocky Mountain Conference Adventurers and Pathfinders (RMCAP) Facebook page. The club that wore their scarves the most would win a pizza and ice cream party. But the challenge was never really about the prize, it was about identity, courage, and witness.

“Wearing the scarf gave our kids the opportunity to show they are part of something greater than themselves,” commented Miranda. “It became a conversation starter, a testimony, and a simple but powerful way for children to evangelize among their peers and communities.”

Every club found its own creative way to embrace the challenge. The Brighton Blue Jays wore their scarves on a trip to Texas. A counselor from Greeley Nazareo wore hers while grocery shopping. Golden Falcons proudly took their scarves to Buc-ee’s and the pool. Denver South Hispanic Estrellitas de Jesús even went to sleep wearing theirs! Loveland Cougars had one determined Little Lamb, Arleth G., who went above and beyond in the challenge for the title.

Miranda remarked, “Many clubs joined the fun. Hundreds of pictures poured in—some adorable, some hilarious, and many that made us incredibly proud of these young Adventurers being disciples and shining Jesus to the world around them. The goal has always been simple: to walk with Jesus and share Him wherever we go. And these children did exactly that.”

The Greeley Nazareo Club team won the challenge by 1 point. The Denver South Hispanic Estrellitas de Jesus Club team followed with second place, and the Loveland Cougars Club team placed third thanks to the dedicated Little Lamb club member.

“Please continue praying for our Adventurer clubs. Get involved if you can. If you can spare your time, invest. If you can share your knowledge, teach. And if all you can offer is prayer, never underestimate its power. Together, we are raising a generation that is learning to faithfully walk with Jesus,” closed Miranda.

Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path (Psalm 119:105).

We are Adventurer Strong.

—Written by Cinthya Miranda, RMC Adventurers coordinator, and edited by Lacinda Hopkins, RMC Adventurers coordinator. Photos supplied.