Pathfinder Investiture Level vs Adult Retention

Executive summary

The Pathfinder program is widely regarded as one of the Adventist Church's most effective youth retention tools, with South American data suggesting seven out of ten members credit Pathfinders with keeping them in the church. A 2019 survey of 993 Pathfinder participants at the Chosen International Camporee found 85% intend to remain active Adventists when independent. However, no published study directly measures whether achieving Master Guide — the highest investiture level — correlates with hi...