Mission Quarterlies, a key part of Adventist Sabbath Schools worldwide, offer weekly mission stories for children and adults that contain illustrations of God's life-changing power, document the impact of mission offerings, and provide practical insights into how to prepare for Jesus' soon coming.
Inspring children's mission stories from focus areas for each quarter.
Youth and adult mission stories that highlight the unique stories from focus areas for each quarter.
An 84-year-old great-grandmother in Romania reconnects with the Jesus she first learned about as a child through the faith of her two great-granddaughters. After enrolling the girls in a Seventh-day Adventist kindergarten, their love for Jesus inspires her to attend church, give her heart to Christ, and share the blessing with other families.
In Romania, a kindergarten teacher used her students’ excitement about chocolate eggs and the Easter bunny to introduce them to the true story of Jesus’ death and resurrection. When she invited all 26 families to church, many came—and David and his mother now attend regularly, learning together about the Savior who rose from the tomb.
In Romania, five‑year‑old Luca went from being rejected by multiple kindergartens to thriving at a Seventh‑day Adventist school that welcomed him with love. Through patient teachers, answered prayers, and a supportive environment, he learned to speak, read, write, and grow confident—so much so that he never wants to miss a day.
In Austria, young Amelie lost her headlamp while sledding in the dark, snowy night. After praying for help, she and her family immediately found something even more important—their lost house keys, which would have left them locked out in the freezing cold. Her story shows how God answers prayers in the way we need most, not always the way we expect.
In Austria, five‑year‑old Lilli got lost in a large store, but when she prayed for help, God answered instantly. A kind stranger led her back to her mother, turning fear into joyful tears. Now a student at Bogenhofen Adventist school, Lilli continues to talk to Jesus daily and trust Him in everything.
In Austria, young Nandor prayed daily for six months to attend the Adventist school at Bogenhofen. God opened the way by providing a house near the campus—an unexpected answer that allowed him to transfer, make new friends, and thrive in a Christ‑centered environment.
In Romania, 11‑year‑old Clara prayed for a native English‑speaking teacher—and God impressed Andreea in Australia to answer the call. Through prayer, conviction, and surrender, Andreea left her job and home to serve as a missionary teacher, becoming the direct answer to a child’s faith‑filled prayer.
In Macea, Romania, the principal of a Seventh‑day Adventist school helped prevent a family from divorcing by offering biblical counsel, encouragement, and steady support. Through patience, prayer, and practical guidance, Antonio’s parents reconciled, found work, and eventually began attending church—strengthening both their home and their faith.
In Sofia, Bulgaria, a teacher named Tanya walked into a job interview at the Colorful Hope Adventist kindergarten—and walked out transformed. Through the Holy Spirit’s leading, Bible studies, and the influence of a Christ‑centered school, she chose faith over a lucrative job offer, was baptized, and later became a church planter with her husband.
In Sofia, Bulgaria, little Dany entered the Colorful Hope Adventist kindergarten at just 1 year and 9 months old. Her love for Bible stories touched her entire extended family, drawing them closer to Scripture and Adventist teachings. Even after leaving the kindergarten, Dany’s connection remained strong—showing how early spiritual seeds can transform whole families.
In Sofia, Bulgaria, a developmentally delayed boy named Gogi entered the Colorful Hope Adventist kindergarten—and God used the experience to transform his entire family. Through prayer, patient teaching, and the influence of Christian worship, Gogi learned to speak, his parents embraced healthier living, and his mother began studying the Bible and sharing her faith.
In Sofia, Bulgaria, a two‑year‑old girl named Sophia fell in love with Bible stories at the Colorful Hope Adventist kindergarten. Her remarkable memory, spiritual insight, and affection for Scripture touched her teachers and family—showing how God can reach even the youngest hearts.
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What is the real meaning of Easter? In this Children’s Mission story from Romania, little David and his classmates are excited about chocolate eggs, new clothes, and the Easter bunny. But Teacher Ramona asks them to look beyond those traditions and discover the true story of Jesus Christ. She invites the children and their families to church on Sabbath, where David learns about Jesus’ death on the cross, His resurrection, and the wonderful hope that He will come again.
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Luca had learning challenges, and his mother struggled to find a kindergarten willing to accept and help him. Then she found a Seventh-day Adventist kindergarten. The school decided to give Luca a chance — and over the following weeks and months, wonderful changes took place. Luca learned to use a cup, speak, read, write, and do many things independently. He loved his kindergarten, where he could play with friends, learn English, take piano lessons, and hear stories about Jesus. A Place to Belong is a beautiful Children's Mission story about kindness, acceptance, Christian education, and making a difference in a child's life.
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Amelie and her sister Tamia are thrilled by the first snow of winter. But while playing outside at night, something important goes missing. Amelie decides they need to pray — and the answer comes in a way she never expected. This beautiful mission story helps children discover an important lesson about prayer: sometimes God’s answer may be different from what we expect. 🙏 Perfect for children’s Sabbath School, families, teachers, and children’s ministry leaders looking for a meaningful mission story for kids.
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Little Lilli was in a big store in Austria when something frightening happened: she couldn’t find her mother. With tears in her eyes, 5-year-old Lilli prayed, “Dear Jesus, help me find Mother.” In this Children’s Mission story, discover “Cow Carpet Mix-Up,” a touching story that reminds children that they can talk to Jesus in every situation. Lilli was walking through a big store with Mother when she stopped to touch a very unusual carpet. It had brown, white, and black spots and looked a little like a cow. But when Lilli looked up, she couldn’t see Mother anywhere. What happened next became a lesson about prayer and Lilli’s love for Jesus.
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Power of Prayer is the Children’s Mission story for August 22, featuring Nandor, a boy in Austria who dreamed of attending a Seventh-day Adventist school. The school was far from his home, and attending every day seemed almost impossible. So Nandor began to pray earnestly. He prayed every day for six months and later added another special request: that his family could find a home closer to the school. What happened next?
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Clara is a child of faith who knows that God hears her prayers and answers them in the best possible way. For example, when there was an opening for an English teacher at her school, she prayed about it. Far away in Australia, Andreea felt a calling to become a missionary in another country, but there were many challenges standing in her way.
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Camelia is the principal of the Adventist School in Macea, Romania, and her work goes far beyond caring for students. One day, a mother told her that she was going to withdraw her son from the school because she was going through a separation. Camelia then made it her mission to help that family.
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Tanya's life was transformed when she went to work at the Adventist Colorful Hope Kindergarten (Tzventna Nadezhda) in Sofia, Bulgaria.
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In Bulgaria, preaching the gospel is more challenging. Alternative methods are powerful tools for bringing hope to people. This is the case of the Tzventna Nadezhda Kindergarten in Sofia, which is transforming entire families.
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Gogi’s parents wanted to enroll him in an Adventist school. It seemed as though God had made a mistake by sending that family to the Colorful Hope Kindergarten (Tzventna Nadezhda), but God never makes mistakes!
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Sophia’s home was not Christian, but through the Colorful Hope Kindergarten (Tzventna Nadezhda), she learned about the God of the Universe.
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