JANUARY 12, 2022 VOL.3 NO.2
LEAN IN LUNCHEON // JANUARY 12, 12:00PM // SOUTHWESTERN UNION OFFICE
Young adults, student leaders, and young professionals are especially invited to join us for lunch!
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The next "Lean In Luncheon" featuring guest, Penny Johnson, CEO, Texas Health Huguley Hospital Fort Worth South, will be January 12, 2022, 12:00PM at Southwestern Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, 777 South Burleson Boulevard, Burleson, TX 76028. Young adult and student leaders are especially invited. For more information go to https://tiny.one/LeanInLuncheon
Penny Johnson serves as the president/CEO for Texas Health Huguley Hospital Fort Worth South and AdventHealth’s Southwest Region, which also includes hospital campuses in Killeen, Lampasas and San Marcos, Texas as well as a new health care campus in Mansfield, Texas.
“Penny is a dynamic leader whose passion for our mission is evident. Her rich experience in previously serving this region in a leadership role and working closely with our valued joint venture and community partners will serve her well as she leads Texas Health Huguley and the Southwest Region into a new decade of providing whole-person care,” said Randy Haffner, president/CEO of the Multi-State Division of AdventHealth.
Johnson joined AdventHealth in 2002 and since then has served in financial leadership at several AdventHealth facilities, as well as its corporate headquarters. She previously served the organization as assistant vice president and controller for AdventHealth Shawnee Mission in Kansas, chief financial officer for AdventHealth Central Texas and chief financial officer for Texas Health Huguley and the Southwest Region.
Johnson earned her Bachelor of Business Administration and Accounting from Union College, and her Master of Business Administration from Baker University. She and her husband Jeff have two collegians, Macy [freshmen] and Parks [senior]. She enjoys traveling and spending time with her family.
VOCATIONAL DISCIPLESHIP
When it comes to empowering the next generation, how do you value the difference between occupation and vocation? David Kinnaman and Roxanne Stone from the Barna Research Group, discuss with us the importance of discipling the generations in their vocation.
ADVENTHEALTH CAREER EXPO
JANUARY 12 TEXAS HEALTH MANSFIELD // JANUARY 13 TEXAS HEALTH HUGULEY
Kick your career into overdrive at AdventHealth’s three-day hiring event at AdventHealth Central Texas, Texas Health Huguley, and Texas Health Mansfield on January 11th , 12th and 13th! If you’re looking for your next job in health care, don’t miss this one-of-a-kind opportunity for networking and onsite interviews. We’re hiring for clinical and ancillary support roles to join our hospitals and medical groups. Hiring managers will be onsite making job offers on the spot, so register today! Click the above icon to register and for more information.
LOVING GOD • LOVING PEOPLE // YG CHURCH // SAT 10:15AM CST
Join your worship with ours as we Biblically analyze our mission in light of the Great Commandment and the Great Commission.
Some, though, held back, not sure about worship, about risking themselves totally.
Jesus, undeterred, went right ahead and gave his charge: “God authorized and commanded me to commission you: Go out and train everyone you meet, far and near, in this way of life, marking them by baptism in the threefold name: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Then instruct them in the practice of all I have commanded you. I’ll be with you as you do this, day after day after day, right up to the end of the age.” --Matthew 28:17-20 [Message]
Join Younger Generation Church in their new year series, “Loving GOD • Loving People,” Saturdays, 10:15AM CST, live.ygchurch.com #LoveGODpeople #ygchurch
BLOOD DRIVE // JANUARY 15 10:00AM-2:00PM // CHURCH PARKING LOT
Carter BloodCare will be on our campus on Saturday, January 15 from 10a-2p! The need for blood is constant - you can make a huge difference in as little as 15 minutes! In January, when you donate blood, you also get a free T-shirt while supplies last! To schedule your donation appointment, click here!
FUSE: PUBLIC CAMPUS WEEKEND // JANUARY 14-16 // LAKE WHITNEY RANCH
Collegians are especially invited to FUSE, a Public Campus Ministries and Young Adult Retreat featuring Dr. Sonya Belcher, Helvis Moody and Justin Yang. The event will include breakout sessions, as well as opportunities for networking and fellowship. We would love to have young professionals there. Click above icon for info and registration.
COMING ATTRACTIONS
INTERGENERATIONAL WORKPLACE SUCCESS // JANUARY 20 // 7:30PM
For the very first time there are 4 and occasionally 5 generations all working together and doing business together. Each generation comes with their own world view. The clash of expectations or what we view as social norms causes dysfunction and frustration. However, when we understand each other, this clash can become a creative collision that leads to greater innovation and better problem-solving. This presentation will equip you with better understanding of generational differences as well as similarities preparing you to successfully navigate the multi-generational world of work! Click above icon for more info.
NIGHT AT THE MEYERSON
Southwestern Adventist University’s (SWAU) 29th annual A Night at the Meyerson concert will be hosted on February 27, 2022, at the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center in downtown Dallas, Texas. The concert is the finale of Southwestern Adventist University’s Music Festival which brings talented high school musicians from across the United States together each spring for vigorous music education and performance. The music festival features a mass choir, symphony orchestra, and guest artists.
During the festival, the students learn a variety filled repertoire featuring musical masterworks in addition to new compositions. This marks the fifth year that the festival has partnered with a composer to write a commissioned piece to be premiered during the concert at the Meyerson. Following Ēriks Ešenvalds, Kim André Arnesen, Craig Courtney, and Dr. Brandon A. Boyd, this year’s festival will feature British composer, Philip Stopford, world renowned for his beautiful choral music. Stopford has an impressive musical background and a reputation as a fun, engaging and meticulous choir trainer.
The goal of this annual concert is to promote musical achievement among young musicians and provide scholarships that will enable students to thrive as they engage in music while pursuing their college degrees. This wonderful tradition continues because of the many sponsors that support this event; we are grateful for their generosity. This year, the university seeks to raise $100,000!
IF:GATHERING 2022 WOMEN'S CONFERENCE // MARCH 4-5, 2022
Ladies, we would like to invite you to join us for IF:Gathering 2022 Women's Conference! IF:Gathering 2022 is a two-day event where women all over the world can gather together and discover the next step in their calling! Sessions begin March 4 from 6:15 pm - 9:30 pm & Saturday, March 5 from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm. All sessions will be virtually broadcast at the REVIVE Community Center.
This event is funded as a YG Shark Tank initiative and further sponsored by YG Church and the Women's Ministry Team. Register by February 19 for a free ticket! Free spots are limited so register soon!
Register for IF:2022 Women's Conference Here
Click Here to Contact Your Local Host: Kelsey Guerrero
SAVE THE DATE // PASSION CONFERENCE DFW // DECEMBER 28-30, 2022
If you have interest in going as part of Younger Generation Church, let Pastor Allan know! amartin@ygchurch.com
PURSUE GOD
LOVING GOD • LOVING PEOPLE: LOVING [adj] GOD
“Teacher, which command in God’s Law is the most important?”
Jesus said, “‘Love the Lord your God with all your passion and prayer and intelligence.’ This is the most important, the first on any list. But there is a second to set alongside it: ‘Love others as well as you love yourself.’ These two commands are pegs; everything in God’s Law and the Prophets hangs from them.”
Some, though, held back, not sure about worship, about risking themselves totally.
Jesus, undeterred, went right ahead and gave his charge: “God authorized and commanded me to commission you: Go out and train everyone you meet, far and near, in this way of life, marking them by baptism in the threefold name: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Then instruct them in the practice of all I have commanded you. I’ll be with you as you do this, day after day after day, right up to the end of the age.” --Matthew 22:36-40; 28:17-20 [Message]
Join Younger Generation Church in their new year series, "Loving GOD • Loving People," Saturdays, 10:15AM [Central], live.ygchurch.com #LoveGODpeople #ygchurch
WATCH PASSION 2022 ON DEMAND
We never want to forget what God has done. You can rewatch #Passion2022 and experience the unforgettable moments at passion2022.com.
SWN: SO WHAT NOW?
If you are inspired by a song, a scripture, or a sermon in YG, we want to encourage you to take it to the next step.
James 1:22 shares, “Put the word into action. If you think hearing is what matters most, you are going to find you have been deceived.”
The Voice paraphrase includes this commentary about this passage in James:
”God the Father is the giver of all things and is looking for every opportunity to bless us. But many people have difficulty trusting and receiving good things, even when those things come from God. The problem is that we not only have trouble trusting God’s work in our lives, but we also don’t always respond to God’s voice. People often hear the Scriptures but don’t really listen. People store truths in their brains but never put them to use. For James, the only good religion is religion lived out every day.”
To support your next steps in acting on the Word of GOD, YG’s linktree features an array of take home and take action resources. Click the above icon or here to access YG’s linktree.
PASSION 2022 PLAYLIST
The Passion 2022 playlist is available now on Spotify! This playlist is full of songs being sung together at Passion 2022. We hope that it will help prepare your heart for all that God will do in 2022.
Whether you are joining Passion Conference in the Benz or online from around the world, this playlist is a great way to worship and lift the name of Jesus! To listen, search "Passion 2022: To the Ends of the Earth" on Spotify or click the above icon.
EXPERIENCE COMMUNITY
THE GRIEF SESSIONS // JANUARY 18, 6:30PM // FORM ROOM
Beginning Tuesday, January 18, Pastors Kevin and Allison will be conducting a 6-week series designed to assist those journeying through the grief process. This curriculum was created by Pastor Mike Tucker (formerly of Faith For Today and 17-year Senior Pastor at Arlington!) and Travis Tyre, a beloved member of our church family who tragically passed away in 2019. If you're looking for peace in the midst of the storm of grief, plan to join us at 6:30p on Tuesday, January 18, in the FORM Room in the Gayle Tucker Youth Annex.
ARE YOU A YOUNG PROFESSIONAL? ARE YOU AN ADVENTIST?
If the answer is yes and yes, we would love for you to join Adventist Young Professionals! Membership is free.
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY // THURSDAYS 6:30PM // FELLOWSHIP HALL
Arlington Women's Ministries is excited to present a new bilingual Bible study group for women, beginning January 6! Join us as Gloria Henggeler leads a study through Priscilla Shirer's book, The Armor of God! This group will meet Thursdays at 6:30pm in the Fellowship Hall - for more information, contact Pastor Heidi!
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
YG SHARK TANK!
ACCEPTING YOUR IDEA SUBMISSIONS NOW!
What’s your idea for sharing Jesus and His love? tiny.one/ygsharktank
YG Shark Tank is a creative evangelism project where students and young adults create, pitch, and execute innovative outreach ideas for sharing Jesus Christ and His love.
GUIDELINES
1. EVANGELISM ACTION:
The shark tank proposal needs to clearly address one or more of the Six Actions of Evangelism: Love, Serve, Baptize, Equip, Plant, and Revitalize. https://tiny.one/evangelism
2. MISSION & VALUES:
The shark tank proposal needs to clearly express the mission and values of Younger Generation Church: Intimacy, Community, Grace. https://tiny.one/YGmission
3. CREATED BY YOUTH & YOUNG ADULTS:
The shark tank proposal can involve all ages, but needs to be created or collaboratively imagineered by a student or young adult. It is preferred that the proposal be led by a young person.
4. CONNECTED TO THE LOCAL CHURCH:
The shark tank proposal needs to clearly connect people with Younger Generation Church [http://ygchurch.com] and/or Arlington Seventh-day Adventist Church [http://arlingtonadventist.com] and/or Burton Adventist Academy [https://BurtonAcademy.org].
5. RESULTS REVIEWED:
The shark tank proposal needs to have a clearly defined timeframe. At the end of the project, a review/report of results needs to be presented, including what was learned through the experience.
6. GRANTS AWARDED:
The shark tank proposal doesn’t need to involve money. However, if money is needed, a clearly itemized budget needs to be developed to which @YGchurch will determine awarding grants up to $200/proposal. At the conclusion of the project, an expenditure report will need to be provided if grant monies are awarded.
7. CHRIST CENTERED:
The shark tank proposal needs to above all be modeled after Christ Jesus with a genuine heart of love, compassion, and empathy for people. “If we say we are his, we must follow the example of Christ.” —1John 2:6 CEV
ACCEPTING YOUR IDEA SUBMISSIONS NOW! tiny.one/ygsharktank
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
ANCHORED: 2022 ATLANTIC UNION GOD ENCOUNTERS // FEBRUARY 11-13, 2022
The Atlantic Union GODencounters is a young adult life-changing experience. Young Adults (age 18-35) across Atlantic Union, and beyond, as well as, those who support Young Adult Ministries are invited to join us for an intimate experience with God. Join the fellowship under the theme, 'ANCHORED'.
Click the above icon or here to make your registration and lodging arrangements.
AWAKEN CONFERENCE // FEBRUARY 25-27 // NOSOCA PINES RANCH
AWAKEN is a 3-day conference at Nosoca Pines Ranch, designed to equip young adults for the next step in their journey to spiritual revival. Click the above icon to register.
TEXAS YOUNG ADULTS
Click the above icon or here for all the latest updates from Texas Young Adult Ministry!
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
THANKS YOU ENGAGE WORSHIP
Appreciation to Engage Worship from Southern Adventist University and Pastor Ryan Becker for joining us for Bridge Weekend. Such great inspiration and fun! Thank you!
THANK YOU BAA HOME & SCHOOL AND YGCHURCH
We had a lovely italian-themed potluck, Saturday, with our guests from Southern Adventist University and Pastor Ryan Becker. Thank you so much to everyone who signed up for the potluck and those who came out! If you have interest in coordinating future YG potlucks, let us know! Email info@ygchurch.com
DONUTS AND BROOMBALL
Thanks to everyone who came out for our social last Saturday night! Appreciation to Pastor Kayla for helping coordinate the evening! Hilarious fun and lots of delicious carbs for all!
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