02/12/2026
Parents P.A.K.S. – Praying About Kids Salvation
Parents PAKS originated in 2024 as a response to address the growing and urgent request from parents to pray for their children within both Adventist and non-Adventist families. This can also be observed in the significant increase in first-time offenders in Broward County, before and after Covid-19 Pandemic, pointing to the deeper issue among parents nationwide… many parents lack the communication skills, spiritual grounding, and guidance needed to raise the next generation for Christ. While many ministries rightly emphasize the health message and physical healing, true holistic health also includes spiritual stability, emotional maturity, and strong family relationships. Ministries that intentionally strengthen the family as the foundation of the church and community are increasingly rare, yet this work is firmly rooted in the messages of our Adventist pioneers.
Relaunching March 2026, Parents PAKS will equip parents and caregivers using Spirit of Prophecy resources (Child Guidance, Adventist Home, Mind, Character, and Personality, and Steps to Christ) through parenting classes, weekly devotions, workshops, and family-centered activities. The hope of the program is to help adults grow in their relationship with God, strengthen communication skills, learn biblical conflict resolution, and build homes that reflect the values of the Kingdom of God. These skills not only strengthen families but also enhance personal witnessing, restore broken relationships, and model the Adventist lifestyle in practical, Christ-centered ways. A desire to mend broken relationships inspired the development of an avenue that connects families with Christian counselors and therapists, as well as access to funding support for these services.
Mission Statement
Parents PAKS incorporates nurturing a habit of prayer with improving skills, knowledge, wisdom, accountability, and support services, providing a holistic approach to parents in every part of life parents of first‑time offenders, parents with youth experiencing isolation, emotional deficiencies, and other unrealized potential, and especially individuals seeking training for leading the younger generation into living well-balanced Christ-centered lives.
Vision Statement
We envision a world where each person, following their own path, will find their arch of safety in the hearts of the family of God, and realize Prayer ––The way imperfections fit together beautifully.
Core Values
Providence, Perseverance, Potential, Patience, and Personal Connections.
For more information or to support, contact Dianne with email [email protected]
