Our Mission

The mission of the Markham Woods Church Adventurer Club is, through a variety of hands-on activities, to develop in the church’s children a lasting respect and love for God, for family, for others, for themselves, for the church and for nature. We are continuing to incorporate Spanish into our Adventurers program  This addition will enhance our mission by fostering a deeper connection and inclusivity among our children!

Joining is Easy!

The Markham Woods Adventurer Club is open to children age 3 to 4th grade.

Registration is open from August 1st through September 1st. Parents/Guardians will need to complete the application form as well as a medical form.

To get started – each child / volunteer must register (CLICK: HERE). Use Club Registration Key: AEGRC

What is the Cost?

The Markham Woods Church Adventurer Club is committed to making our program accessible and enjoyable for every family. While we have traditionally been able to offer the club at no cost, the rising costs of materials, activities, and events mean we must now implement a modest fee to help cover expenses.

Cost:

  • $50 for the first child

  • $40 for each additional child in the same family

This fee helps us provide uniforms, activity materials, special events, and other resources that make Adventurers a meaningful experience for your children.

We understand that finances can be challenging at times, and we do not want any child or family to miss out due to cost. If you need assistance, please reach out to our director, Jael Williams — we will work together to make sure your child can participate.

Thank you for your continued support in helping us provide a fun, Christ-centered program for our young Adventurers!

When We Meet

Our regular meetings start in September and continue through May. We meet about twice a month on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays from 4:00pm to 6:00pm. Our first meeting is on Sabbath, September 13, 2025. Please see church calendar for any changes. Please be sure to register your child/ren by September 1st, 2025.

Uniforms

This year we will continue to require the standard Adventurer uniforms for special events and community/church programs. The MWC Club will provide the sash, scarf and slide for each child which they will receive at the start of the program. Parents are to ensure each Adventurer has a light blue or white dress shirt and navy bottoms (boys – pants / girls – skirt or dress), and dress shoes.

Our Adventurers are also given a club T-shirt at the beginning of each year, and they are expected to wear it at EVERY Adventurer meeting unless otherwise indicated at the meetings. This year, we’re placing a special emphasis on the Adventurer motto of total family involvement. As part of this commitment, every parent will also receive a club shirt.

Campouts

Markham Woods Adventurers will go on two campouts this year (weather permitting) in the Spring. We typically meet at the camping location on Friday afternoon around 3:30 pm and depart on Sunday morning after breakfast. Adventurers must camp in a tent with their legal guardians. All legal guardians attending campouts are required to complete a Sterling Volunteers Background Screening prior to campouts.

Jael Williams

Adventurers Club Director

574.302.5206

The Adventurer Club is a Seventh-day Adventist church- sponsored ministry open to all children ages 3-9, in which the church and home join together to help children grow joyfully in wisdom and stature and in favor with God and man.

The Adventurer Club is offered to assist parents in making the development of their child richer and more meaningful.

The Adventurer Club provides fun and creative ways for children…

  1. to develop a Christ-like character;
  2. to experience the joy and satisfaction of doing things well;
  3. to express their love for Jesus in a natural way;
  4. to learn good sportsmanship and strengthen their ability to get along with others;
  5. to discover their God-given abilities and to learn how to use them to benefit self and serve others;
  6. to discover God’s world;
  7. to improve their understanding of what makes families strong;
  8. to develop parental support for the training of children.

PLEDGE

Because Jesus loves me, I can always do my best.

Porque Jesús me ama, siempre haré lo mejor.

LAW

Jesus can help me to | Jesús puede ayudarme a:

    • Be obedient | Ser obediente
    • Be pure | Ser puro
    • Be true | Ser leal
    • Be kind | Ser bondadoso
    • Be respectful | Ser respetuoso
    • Be attentive | Ser atento
    • Be helpful | Ser útil
    • Be cheerful | Ser alegre
    • Be thoughtful | Ser considerado
    • Be reverent | Ser reverente