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.
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 Austria, an 18‑month‑old girl named Tamia was accidentally locked in a hot car. With no phone, no money, and no way to open the doors, her mother prayed—and moments later, a roadside assistance worker unexpectedly pulled into the parking lot and rescued the child. The experience strengthened her faith, and today she teaches children about prayer at Bogenhofen Adventist school.
In Sagunto, Spain, young Nacho prayed every day for eight months to attend a Seventh‑day Adventist school. When four students unexpectedly moved away, a spot opened—an answer to his persistent prayers. His story shows how God strengthens faith through waiting and miraculous timing.
In Sagunto, Spain, siblings Pere and Anna love surprising neighbors with lemons, drawings, and homemade meals. When a friend’s mother left on a mission trip, the children cooked for the family all week—showing how small acts of kindness can share Jesus’ love in everyday life.
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.
In Sofia, Bulgaria, a mother’s search for a Christ‑centered kindergarten led Maria to open Colorful Hope—the first Seventh‑day Adventist kindergarten in the country. Through prayer, perseverance, and God’s providence, the school found the perfect location and now serves dozens of children across two campuses.
In Bulgaria, the Seventh‑day Adventist Church prayed for 25 years to obtain a building permit for the Sofia West church. After repeated delays, unanswered calls, and suspected opposition, a new chief architect finally signed the permit—allowing construction to begin with support from a Thirteenth Sabbath Offering.
In Spain, Enoc and Ingrid prayed for clarity as they wrestled with a call to ministry. A providential early‑morning phone call from Sagunto Adventist College—and a second sign God sent to Ingrid—confirmed His will. Today, their family lives on campus, where Enoc studies theology and both serve in campus leadership.
After his parents enrolled him at the Colorful Hope Adventist kindergarten in Sofia, Bulgaria, everything at home began to change. Every single evening, little Teo called his mom and dad for family worship, retelling the Bible stories he'd learned that day and singing the Christian songs he'd picked up at school. His parents, who knew nothing about God, were so amazed they nicknamed him "The Preacher." But the most surprising moment came when Father, trying to calm his crying son, asked what he'
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When Michelle started at an Adventist school, she was amazed to see the children praying every morning. Soon she raised her hand to pray too — and she never stopped asking God for "nice, new buildings" for her school. But Michelle's prayer reached far beyond the classroom: at home, she taught her parents to pray and discovered the Sabbath with them. Four years later, on this special Thirteenth Sabbath, the mission offering will help answer the prayer she never forgot. A true story from Kenya abo
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Eleven-year-old Stephen only wanted to catch a weaverbird or two for lunch. But every time he raised his slingshot, the flock flew a little farther ahead — almost as if it were guiding him. Before he knew it, Stephen stood at the open door of an Adventist church, where a classmate was telling the mission story. An old man invited him in and revealed a surprising secret about Stephen's own family. What he discovered that Sabbath would change the course of his entire life.
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Jayden is a 10-year-old boy who loves telling mission stories in Sabbath School. But one day, he lived his own story of faith. When deep sadness entered his life, Jayden learned that prayer and hope in Jesus can transform even the hardest moments. A true story from Kenya about loss, faith, and the promise of a joyful reunion.
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Randy had no brothers or sisters and felt so lonely after school. His mother told him that when we truly want something, we should pray. So Randy prayed every single day — at home, at school, and at Sabbath School. He prayed for months and never gave up. Did God answer his prayer?
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Patrick loved playing soccer in the streets of Kinshasa, capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo. But one hard fall tore his spleen and he needed urgent surgery. His mother didn't have the $5,000 every hospital demanded upfront. Then someone whispered about a small Adventist clinic where doctors trusted God more than money... and a miracle began.
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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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Maria did not want to send her three-year-old son to a public kindergarten. So, she decided to open the first Adventist kindergarten in Bulgaria.
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The Adventist Church in Sofia, Bulgaria, had an excellent piece of land on which to build its church, but bureaucratic challenges delayed the start of construction. Today, the building is under construction thanks to our mission offerings.
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Enoc owned a successful physical therapy clinic when he began to feel a desire to become a pastor. Unsure whether it was truly God's calling, he asked for a divine sign to confirm whether he should study theology. The very next morning, Enoc received a phone call from the principal of Sagunto Adventist College, where a theology program was offered.
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