AUGUST 10, 2021 VOL.2 NO.32
REVEALING JESUS, GIVING WITNESS TO HIS LOVE
Gabrielle Harris is a woman who truly desires to follow the Lord, and she is passionate about helping others do the same!
"I want to talk about God—the Bible, the church, and the Christian life. I want to reveal Jesus to others and witness the power of his love."
Our Gabby has released her website! Click the above icon or here to check it out.
2021 GO DO IT VIRTUAL YOUTH CONGRESS // AUGUST 12-14
The 2021 GO DO IT is the first annual Youth Congress, sponsored by the North American Division Youth and Young Adult Ministries Department. This event is FREE! Random backpack giveaways during the event that include a MacBook or iPhone. This event is geared towards youth: middle school, high school, through early college. Click the above icon or here to register.
PRE-ORDER “THE GOD I USED TO KNOW”
It’s happening! Join YG’s very own Lisa Brandreth at the Reconnect Conference in Austin, Texas. The God I Used to Know’s book launch is on Labor Day weekend. Grab a copy of this devotional written by young Adventists from across the Globe!
AYP's first Devotional, The God I Used to Know is not a book you'll want to miss. And if you've been looking for Jesus, you'll definitely find Him in every one of the pages. All the stories are written straight from the hearts of young adults. Order it now before it's too late! adventistyoungprofessionals.org/book/order
IF I KNEW THEN WHAT I KNOW NOW // YG CHURCH // SATURDAY // 10:15AM CDT
Glorious Day, Rest On Us, Make Room, What A Beautiful Name #WorshipSet #Aug14 10:15AM CDT, fb.com/ygchurch #DeepDive #ygchurch
JULIAN HUMPHREY-DAVIS
In his own words, Jewlz Davis is a people person. He sees that his mission in life is to help people see people as people. He strives to do this through his work at the University of Texas Arlington, his involvement with @ygchurch, his work at summer camps, and his pursuit of a law degree from the University of Texas Law. Above all though, Jewlz loves Jesus and works to utilize his gifts areas of leading, speaking, and connecting with people to show Jesus to others. Don’t be surprised if you catch him laughing, dancing, singing, or giving out free hugs when you see him!
MARIA CRISTINA GONZALEZ SORS MEMORIAL SERVICE // 3:00PM
We are saddened by the death this week of Cristina Gonzalez Sors (Castillo) following her long battle with cancer. A memorial service will be held Sabbath afternoon, August 14, at 3:00PM CDT, at Arlington Seventh-day Adventist Church. All are welcome to attend. Please keep Manlio, Pedro, and Cristy in prayer. Click the above icon or here for the online broadcast of the service.
COMING ATTRACTIONS
RECONNECT CONFERENCE // SEPTEMBER 3-5 // AUSTIN, TEXAS
Adventist Young Professionals will be hosting their first convention called Reconnect: Integrating Work & Life Together in Christ held in Austin, Texas on September 3-5, 2021. Sponsored by the Texas Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, this event will focus on providing our young adult community a space to connect and pursue opportunities to serve together. Participants will engage in a unique experience that will include inspirational speakers and leaders, vibrant worship, and opportunities for social connection. Our ministry’s purpose is to reconnect together as a community that has been longing for practical and meaningful experiences that will help them grow spiritually and professionally, integrating work and life together in Christ.
![SIZE UP: YOUNG ADULT CONFERENCE // SEPTEMBER 11 // 12:00AM [MIDNIGHT] Calling all Young Adults from across Sydney for an afternoon of worship and discussion. We will be discussing important and relevant questions and topics:• Mental Wellbeing • Alcohol and Social Drinking • Relationships and Dating • Stewardship • Volunteering and Ministry • Mentorship • Leadership Challenges • Relational CommunitiesThe theme for this year is "SIZE UP". It's a challenge and call to action to take your relationship with Christ to the next level. Our Keynote Speaker is Pr Bernard Deojee, who will be delivering a powerful message on purpose-driven life.The Main Session will be followed by Group Discussions in Zoom Breakout rooms. 8 different discussion topics will be available to choose from. There will be time for you to engage in only TWO 20-minute discussions. Click the above icon or here to register.](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/58dc9b01b3db2bd051138ccd/1628639809395-HXEVF1IK72PJPCDUBHCD/231309974_4907071765975900_1508571854705342735_n.jpg)
SIZE UP: YOUNG ADULT CONFERENCE // SEPTEMBER 11 // 12:00AM [MIDNIGHT]
Calling all Young Adults from across Sydney for an afternoon of worship and discussion. We will be discussing important and relevant questions and topics:
• Mental Wellbeing
• Alcohol and Social Drinking
• Relationships and Dating
• Stewardship
• Volunteering and Ministry
• Mentorship
• Leadership Challenges
• Relational Communities
The theme for this year is "SIZE UP". It's a challenge and call to action to take your relationship with Christ to the next level. Our Keynote Speaker is Pr Bernard Deojee, who will be delivering a powerful message on purpose-driven life.
The Main Session will be followed by Group Discussions in Zoom Breakout rooms. 8 different discussion topics will be available to choose from. There will be time for you to engage in only TWO 20-minute discussions. Click the above icon or here to register.
DIGITAL OUTREACH COHORT TRAINING // BEGINS SEPTEMBER 19TH // 7:00PM CDT
This cohort series is for young adults who are interested in turning their social media hobby into an effective personal ministry. Become more proficient in their digital outreach practices. Digital strategist and author, Jamie Domm, will guide you in preparing a Personal Digital Outreach Plan based on the cohort presentations. Click the above icon or here for free registration.
SUCCESS CLOSET: DONATIONS OF PROFESSIONAL ATTIRE
Helping local low-income and in-need students and young professionals dress for success.
Southwestern Adventist University (SWAU) is hosting the Success Closet on campus in our Student Center from September 20th-23rd. SWAU is a proud Hispanic Serving Institution Ranked #6 in Texas for most diverse campuses and #2 in the nation for social mobility. There is a great need to support low-income and first-generation college students. As well as aspiring young professionals and students in our local community. We are seeking partners and vendors for this exciting endeavor.
The need: new or like new professional clothing including:
• dress slacks,
• dress shirts,
• professional blouses,
• men and woman blazers
• suits
Donations will be accepted until the end of August
• Looking for new or like new clothing
• Donors can bring clothing to the wardrobe box in the church lobby this Sabbath
• Donors can also mail donations to PO 35 Keene Tx 76059 or send amazon packages to Southwestern Adventist University to Austen Powell at 100 West Hillcrest Street Keene, Texas 76059
• Or call to schedule a donation pickup
Phone Number: 817-202-6275 // Email: Pathways@swau.edu
PURSUE GOD
Last week’s worship led by Renae Liston, Gabe Molina and Pastor A Allan Martin, Deep Dive: Abide and Adore, Part 2
DEEP DIVE: ABIDE AND ADORE, PART 2
Remembering Jesus.
The Master, Jesus, on the night of his betrayal, took bread. Having given thanks, he broke it and said,
This is my body, broken for you.
Do this to remember me.
After supper, he did the same thing with the cup:
This cup is my blood, my new covenant with you.
Each time you drink this cup, remember me.
What you must solemnly realize is that every time you eat this bread and every time you drink this cup, you reenact in your words and actions the death of the Master. You will be drawn back to this meal again and again until the Master returns.
—1Corinthians 11:23b-26 [Message]
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DEEP DIVE
The deep calling of GOD is a life-long process with GOD and each other; It is a journey 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.
You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart. –Jeremiah 29:13 [NIV]
Join Younger Generation Church for their Summer series, “Deep Dive,” Saturdays, 10:15AM CDT, live.ygchurch.com #DeepDive #ygchurch
EXPERIENCE COMMUNITY
LET’S DO LIFE TOGETHER
During these extraordinary times, we benefit from innovating ways to connect and build community amidst the challenges that surround us. At Younger Generation Church, we want to encourage you to seek out ways to do life together while we abide by community health guidelines. Click the above icon or here for great group options to consider.
“Let us hold strong to the confession of our hope, never wavering, since the One who promised it to us is faithful. Let us consider how to inspire each other to greater love and to righteous deeds, not forgetting to gather as a community, as some have forgotten, but encouraging each other, especially as the day of His return approaches.” —Hebrews 10:23-25 [Voice]
FREE ACCESS TO RIGHTNOW MEDIA FOR ALL OUR MEMBERS!
Looking for resources to start your own Life Group? As part of our church community, you have unlimited access to RightNow Media—the world’s largest streaming library of video Bible study resources (it’s been called the “Netflix of video Bible studies”). This extensive library has more than 20,000 videos from leaders like Francis Chan, Jennie Allen, Matt Chandler, Dr. Tony Evans, and many more. These Bible study videos can be used as part of a group study or for personal devotions, and many series include free discussion guides and handouts.
We believe that RightNow Media is a tool that can help you live out your faith in every area of your life—at home, at work, and in your community. In addition to series on books of the Bible, RightNow Media has videos for everyone in your family on a variety of topics like marriage, parenting, personal finances, mental health, and more. There’s even a library just for kids with over 2,000 safe, entertaining videos. RightNow Media has a free app that’s available on all major streaming devices so you and your family can access content anywhere, anytime. Click the above icon or click here to gain access to our digital library!
INSPIRE HOPE // SHARE GRACE
PASSION CONFERENCE DOOR HOLDER APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN!
When we meet Jesus, our lives are changed forever. We receive life — and we desire for others to receive it as well! Passion Conferences thrives on Door Holders: those who take great pleasure in opening the door for others to experience Jesus.
There are numerous ways for you to serve the students at Passion 2022. If you’re over the age of 25 and are willing to serve throughout the entire conference, we invite you to submit your Door Holder application today! Click the above icon or here!
REVIVE COMMUNITY CARE: WE ARE HERE TO HELP EACH OTHER
Inspire those around you with the hope of grace by volunteering with Revive Community Care! Participate and refer those in need, revivecommunitycare.com
MEAL TRAIN FOR JAMESON FRANCIS AND FAMILY
Posted by Head Deaconess Primrose Bimha: “Jameson had emergency surgery on July 21 and was just released from the hospital a few days ago. To show our support for the family during this time and to give Eunice one less thing to worry about, please pick a day that you able to provide a meal or gift card. Thank you all for your continuous love and support for the Francis family.” Click the above icon or here for the Meal Train schedule.
“Being a pastor, I’ve been to every hospital in the metroplex, and I’d put Texas Health Hospital Mansfield at the top of my list,” proclaimed Kevin Wells, Executive Pastor at Arlington Adventist Church.
Kevin had surgery and quickly began having a common post-operative discomfort that continued to progress. “I was in complete agony,” explained Kevin. After his physician advised him to go to an emergency department, he drove out of the way and even passed another local hospital to receive top-of-the-line care at Texas Health Mansfield.
“When I walked into the emergency department, I was taken to triage within minutes. Once Doctor Granado and my nurse, Lori diagnosed the problem and had a solution, I felt immediate relief. The team provided the care I needed in a well-managed and efficient timeframe while remaining professional and personable,” Kevin continues, “The people that cared for me deserve a medal. The extraordinary care provided at Texas Health Mansfield is the epitome of what healthcare should be.”
We are honored to have a leader in the community like Pastor Wells as such a strong advocate for Texas Health Mansfield.
TEXAS YOUNG ADULTS
Click the above icon or here to get all the young adult ministries details for the Texas Conference of Seventh-day Adventists.
YOUR GENEROSITY MAKES @YGCHURCH GROW, GLOW, & GO
We invite you to support @ygchurch financially. As you bless YG, our young adults overflow that blessing into our community and into the world. Your tax-deductible donation helps YG grow, glow, and go. Thank you. Click the above icon or here for ways to give.
How does your support overflow into the world? Click here for @ygchurch stories of overflow.
GRATITUDE
GRATEFUL FOR PRINCESS DEMIAR AND CAMP YAVAPINES SUMMER STAFF
Our YGers were all over the world this Summer! This weeks we’re expressing our gratitude for our Princess Demiar, the entire Camp Yavapines Summer Camp staff, and all the lives impacted by this vital ministry!
YG HALFTIME REVIEW
Click the above icons to see where we’ve been so far in 2021, and pray with us as prepare for a new season of Younger Generation Church!
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