On September 7 and 8, 2024, around 1,300 children participated in the first Online Camp of the Turminha das Classes (the Classroom Gang), an initiative promoted by the Adventurers Club in Southern Espírito Santo. The activities were broadcast live directly from the studio at the Church's administrative headquarters to YouTube. Thus, the children, organized into their clubs, completed various tasks and challenges presented through live programs on social media.

According to Leonardo Raimundo, leader of the region's Adventurers Club, the event was designed to strengthen the clubs and promote the integration of children in activities that combine fun and learning. "We are 2,500 Adventurers, and the idea of ​​promoting a program dedicated to them came about with the aim of strengthening the clubs in the regions. We want to stimulate the creativity of children and show that it is possible to be creative for the kingdom of God," explained Raimundo.

The Online Camp

During the event, the children participated in creative challenges, solved puzzles, and completed tasks that had to be reported to the club management system and on social media. The activities were led by the "Classes Group," which consisted of the characters Abelhuda, Iluminada, Construtor, and Ajudador, who represent the different age groups of the Adventurer classes.

Celi Medeiros, coordinator of the Aventureiros in the region, highlighted the importance of the event for the development of children. "Our goal with this program is to provide a space where children can grow physically, mentally and spiritually, in addition to strengthening the bonds between them and their clubs. It is essential that they learn, have fun and feel motivated to seek good and help others," Medeiros said.

Já Iluminada, one of the characters, commented on the tests prepared. "We thought of every detail so that the little ones could use all their creativity and solve the challenges in a fun and intelligent way. It was incredible to see everyone's commitment!"

The Adventurers Club, which brings together children aged 6 to 9, was established by the world headquarters of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in 1991 and promotes physical, spiritual, and formative activities for children. 

"This eveny reinforced this purpose by engaging children and clubs in a weekend of learning, faith, and fellowship, even from a distance," explained Raimundo in closing.

The original article was published on the South American Division Portuguese website.