OCTOBER 27, 2020 VOL.1 NO.3

COMING ATTRACTIONS

FAITH, LIFE & CULTURE WITH TAUREN WELLS Online Stream Event, Tuesday, October 27th, 7:00 CDTTauren Wells leads an all-star cast of pop-culture influencers in a candid, no-holds-barred conversation at the intersection of faith and culture and it’… — **FAITH, LIFE & CULTURE WITH TAUREN WELLS**
Online Stream Event, Tuesday, October 27th, 7:00 CDT
Tauren Wells leads an all-star cast of pop-culture influencers in a candid, no-holds-barred conversation at the intersection of faith and culture and it’s 100% FIRE!!!
Join Tauren in the studio with his friends Tim Tebow, Tori Kelly, Rich Wilkerson, Jr., Annie F. Downs, Travis Greene, John Crist, and Social Club Misfits as they engage in a dynamic and broad-ranging discussion where tough questions are asked and meaningful conversations are had about mental health, the struggle to find unity in diversity, and how to find hope in really tough times!
With our identity as ‘Citizens of Heaven‘ being the catalyst for this convo, the discussion goes into uncharted and unexpected territory! Along the way, you’ll hear a little music, too!!
Come ready to laugh, be challenged, and to dig into the heart of Faith, Life, and Culture. Click the above icon or here for ticket information.

BURTON ADVENTIST ACADEMY LEADING @YGCHURCH IN WORSHIP My Testimony, Stand In Your Love, Graves Into Gardens, Good Grace, King of My Heart #WorshipSet #Oct31 10:00AM CDT, fb.com/ygchurch #deepcalling #ygchurch #deeperdevotionJoin your worship with o… — **BURTON ADVENTIST ACADEMY LEADING @YGCHURCH IN WORSHIP**
My Testimony, Stand In Your Love, Graves Into Gardens, Good Grace, King of My Heart #WorshipSet #Oct31 10:00AM CDT, fb.com/ygchurch #deepcalling #ygchurch #deeperdevotion
Join your worship with ours as BAA students take over YG Church, including Austin Davis leading a panel discussion with Matthew Tyre, Ebri Sanders, Robert Kosmari, & Alexandra Pollock.
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THE DEEP CALLING
The deep calling of GOD is a life-long process, not a destination. It’s about a sacred space of transformation found in every day, listening to GOD’s voice and finding satisfaction in Him.
Join Younger Generation Church in their Fall Series, "The Deep Calling," Saturdays, 10:00AM [Central], fb.com/ygchurch #deepcalling #ygchurch #deeperdevotion

YG LIFE // 11:00AM // SATURDAY Don’t miss out on the after party, immediately following YG’s worship experience, YG LIFE, with your host Jewlz Davis. Always entertaining and informative with everything YG including upcoming attractions and intriguin… — **YG LIFE // 11:00AM // SATURDAY**
Don’t miss out on the after party, immediately following YG’s worship experience, ***YG LIFE***, with your host Jewlz Davis. Always entertaining and informative with everything YG including upcoming attractions and intriguing guests, of course, concluding with a live prayer session with your requests and praises. Click the icon above to join us on Facebook LIVE!

WOMEN'S LIFEGROUP STARTS NOVEMBER All of our ladies are invited to Fire & Faithfulness, a new virtual LIFEgroup starting Wednesday, November 4th, at 7:00PM [Central]. Click the icon above or here for more information. “We live in a world that d… — **WOMEN'S LIFEGROUP STARTS NOVEMBER**
All of our ladies are invited to ***Fire & Faithfulness,*** a new virtual LIFEgroup starting Wednesday, November 4th, at 7:00PM [Central]. Click the icon above or here for more information.

“We live in a world that doesn’t care what God wants. Sure, they may not say it that way, but the messages that parade across social media declare that God’s way just isn’t worth it. But as Christians, we’re committed to following Jesus in every aspect of our lives. Is it possible to live—or maybe even thrive—as a believer in our world today?"

In this four-session series with Sadie Robertson Huff, discover the lost art of faithfulness in the face of a world that wants nothing to do with God. Trek through the story of four young Israelites who, when ripped from their homes, faced a choice: remain faithful followers in a foreign land, or bow before an empire that hated God.

YOUR FEEDBACK HELPS US GROW If you attend or participate in Younger Generation Church, regardless of your age, we would like your help to complete a 7-10 minute online questionnaire. Your feedback helps us continue to improve and sharpen our ministr… — **YOUR FEEDBACK HELPS US GROW**
If you attend or participate in **Younger Generation Church**, regardless of your age, we would like your help to complete a 7-10 minute online questionnaire. Your feedback helps us continue to improve and sharpen our ministry. We would like all our YGers, both online and in-person, to participate. Thank you in advance for participating. Click the above icon, use the below QR code, or click here to start.

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PURSUE GOD

THE DEEP CALLING: CALL TO REST
“Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy. Six days you shall labor and do all your work, but the seventh day is a Sabbath to the LORD your God. On it you shall not do any work, neither you, nor your son or daughter, nor your manservant or maidservant, nor your animals, nor the alien within your gates. For in six days the LORD made the heavens and the earth, the sea, and all that is in them, but he rested on the seventh day. Therefore the LORD blessed the Sabbath day and made it holy.” --Exodus 20:8-11

PRAYER
Dear God,
I affirm today that I am a human being.
To be fully human means to live in a rhythm of rest and work,
back to the way you designed me to live at creation.
Today, I pray that you would give me freedom in the Sabbath rest.
Freedom to find my value and worth in you, not in what I do.
Freedom to delight.
Freedom to show generosity and hospitality to “the stranger.”
Freedom to receive blessing and to bless.
From this place of deep rest,
may I freely join the redemptive work you are doing in the world.
In the name of Jesus,
Amen

REFLECTION QUESTION
God gave this command to people who had just left slavery. They didn’t know who they were because their worth was based on how many bricks they made. Work is not bad; it’s what we were designed for, but it’s not meant to be the source of our identity or value.

Is there a way that your worth is caught up in what you produce? Is there a way God is inviting you to rest?

ACTION
How are you being invited to rest in Jesus today?
Mentally? Spiritually? Emotionally? Physically?
Pick one act of rest and practice this today.

SOCIAL MEDIA CHALLENGE
Post your picture with #rest #deepcalling for today and let us catch a glimpse of God’s presence in your everyday life.

THE DEEP CALL OF GOD "Deep Calling: On Being and Growing Disciples" is a wholistic movement – discipleship and disciple-making – that emphasizes a life-long process, not a destination. It’s about making space for God in the every day, bearing wi… — **THE DEEP CALL OF GOD**
*"Deep Calling: On Being and Growing Disciples"* is a wholistic movement – discipleship and disciple-making – that emphasizes a life-long process, not a destination. It’s about making space for God in the every day, bearing witness to transformation in the ordinary. It’s about knowing truth and experiencing Truth. It’s about learning to listen to the voice of God. It’s about satisfying your longing with the only One who can satisfy your soul. All are invited. All are welcome to answer the deep call of God.

Discover more, taravincross.com/deepcalling

SABBATH: FINDING REST, RENEWAL, AND DELIGHT IN OUR BUSY LIVES In today's world, with its relentless emphasis on success and productivity, we have lost the necessary rhythm of life, the balance between work and rest. Constantly striving, we feel e… — **SABBATH: FINDING REST, RENEWAL, AND DELIGHT IN OUR BUSY LIVES**
In today's world, with its relentless emphasis on success and productivity, we have lost the necessary rhythm of life, the balance between work and rest. Constantly striving, we feel exhausted and deprived in the midst of great abundance. We long for time with friends and family, we long for a moment to ourselves.

Millennia ago, the tradition of Sabbath created an oasis of sacred time within a life of unceasing labor. Now, in a book that can heal our harried lives, Wayne Muller, author of the spiritual classic *How, Then, Shall We Live?*, shows us how to create a special time of rest, delight, and renewal--a refuge for our souls.

IN-PERSON & ONLINE OPTIONS AVAILABLE Please join your worship with ours! Choose from an array of worship experience options, knowing that our in-person opportunities call for an advance RSVP. Our online options are on Facebook LIVE, our church o… — **IN-PERSON & ONLINE OPTIONS AVAILABLE**
Please join your worship with ours! Choose from an array of worship experience options, knowing that our in-person opportunities call for an advance RSVP. Our online options are on Facebook LIVE, our church online platform. Also, UG Talks is on YouTube. Click the above icon or here to make your reservations today.

EXPERIENCE COMMUNITY

SUNDOWN SESSION We had a great time relaxing and closing the Sabbath together. If you would like to see us continue these casual gatherings in November, click the above icon or here to let our social team know. — **SUNDOWN SESSION**
We had a great time relaxing and closing the Sabbath together. If you would like to see us continue these casual gatherings in November, click the above icon or here to let our social team know.

LIFEGROUPS FOR YOUNG PROFESSIONALS Adventist Young Professionals Groups are all about building community. They are designed to give you a space to connect and do life together with other young professionals even if you are separated by hundreds or … — **LIFEGROUPS FOR YOUNG PROFESSIONALS**
Adventist Young Professionals Groups are all about building community. They are designed to give you a space to connect and do life together with other young professionals even if you are separated by hundreds or even thousands of miles. Whether you are single or married, we have a group for you!
Click the above icon or here if you are interested in joining a group or would like more information about our program.

MAYBE IT’S TIME TO START YOUR OWN LIFEGROUP Our digital ministry library offers tens of thousands of video-based Bible studies at your finger tips. Contact Pastor Tom [tom@arlingtonadventist.com] to gain access to our RightNow digital Bible study li… — **MAYBE IT’S TIME TO START YOUR OWN LIFEGROUP**
Our digital ministry library offers tens of thousands of video-based Bible studies at your finger tips. Contact Pastor Tom [tom@arlingtonadventist.com] to gain access to our RightNow digital Bible study library.

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INSPIRE HOPE // SHARE GRACE

INFINITE HOPE. WHAT DOES THAT EVEN MEAN? How can hope be infinite when I don’t even see it being real today? Join the journey with other people asking the same question. Because remember, no matter what it feels like, you’re not alone in this.Join … — INFINITE HOPE. WHAT DOES THAT EVEN MEAN?
How can hope be infinite when I don’t even see it being real today? Join the journey with other people asking the same question. Because remember, no matter what it feels like, you’re not alone in this.
Join us for a 7 day series as we discuss what having Infinite Hope means. RSVP at InfiniteHope2020.org. #IH2020

BE THE CHURCH Gabbie is one of our awesome volunteers who serves as part of the Media Ministry team. What you may not know from this photo is that Gabbie was born with CP, and recently as part of her ongoing condition, both of her ear drums ruptured… — **BE THE CHURCH**
Gabbie is one of our awesome volunteers who serves as part of the Media Ministry team. What you may not know from this photo is that Gabbie was born with CP, and recently as part of her ongoing condition, both of her ear drums ruptured requiring multiple surgeries. Even as she was recovering from her surgeries, she faithfully attended online, sharing she looked forward to being "cleared" to return to church by her physicians. Here she is after her doctor's gave her the okay, serving in the church that she loves.

You're invited to join Gabbie and the awesome others who serve as part of our media ministry team. No experience required, we love mentoring people of all ages and skill sets. Contact Ryan Gil and share with him your interest, ryan@arlingtonadventist.com

COLLECTING WINTER WEAR REVIVE RE-STORED is currently collecting lightly used winter clothing such as jackets, sweaters, and warmer apparel! We are also in need of linens such as blankets, fitted sheets & towels! You may drop off your donation… — **COLLECTING WINTER WEAR**
***REVIVE RE-STORED*** is currently collecting lightly used winter clothing such as jackets, sweaters, and warmer apparel! We are also in need of linens such as blankets, fitted sheets & towels! You may drop off your donations during our next REVIVE Donation Tuesday.

If you could benefit from shopping at Revive Re-stored, feel free to make an appointment by selecting the link below or by contacting Dian McClain via the church office. Click the above icon or here to make an appointment.

DONATE FOR THANKSGIVING BASKETS So grab an extra basket at the store and fill it with food blessings for a family in need! All Donations must be in by Saturday, November 14, 2020! Drop-off times and locations are listed below. Click HERE for a pr… — **DONATE FOR THANKSGIVING BASKETS**
So grab an extra basket at the store and fill it with food blessings for a family in need! All Donations must be in by Saturday, November 14, 2020! Drop-off times and locations are listed below. Click HERE for a printable flyer! Let’s Make This the Best Thanksgiving Ever for Our Community!
**Drop-Off Options**
*Sabbath Mornings:* Bring your donated items and place them in the Revive Grocery Carts located at the entrance of the foyer on Sabbath Mornings (Please place gift card donations in an envelope marked for REVIVE and drop them in any church offering box).
*Donation Tuesdays:* Bring your donated items to the entrance of the church from 9 am to 2 pm and place them on the Donation Tables. (The attendant will take your gift cards or you may place them in an envelope marked for REVIVE & drop them inside the church mailbox).

Click above icon or here for more information.

WHEN YOU GIVE, YG GROWS Your generosity makes YG not only possible, it makes Younger Generation Church one of the premier Adventist young adult ministries in the world. Thank you. Click here or the above icon for means by which to give to YG. — **WHEN YOU GIVE, YG GROWS**
Your generosity makes YG not only possible, it makes *Younger Generation Church* one of the premier Adventist young adult ministries in the world. Thank you. Click here or the above icon for means by which to give to YG.

GRATITUDE

THANKS SWAU, SLAD, & ELEVATE! A delight to collab with @spirituallifeswau @thisiselevatetx and @southwesternau for worship, fellowship, and YG Life! @ygchurch we deepen our devotion to Christ Jesus when we experience community with each other. — **THANKS SWAU, SLAD, & ELEVATE!**
A delight to collab with @spirituallifeswau @thisiselevatetx and @southwesternau for worship, fellowship, and YG Life! @ygchurch we deepen our devotion to Christ Jesus when we experience community with each other.

Younger Generation Church is the vibrant young adult ministry of the Arlington Seventh-day Adventist Church.YG's mission is to deepen our devotion to Christ Jesus through:

• Pursuing INTIMACY with God
• Experiencing COMMUNITY with each other
• Inspiring those around us with the hope of GRACE