DECEMBER 22, 2022 VOL.3 NO.50

**ACCLIMATE JOURNEY**
In the coming days @ygchurch continues with @passion268, on the Acclimate Journey to Passion 2023. To prepare the way we will be reading through the Word of God, several times together, leading right up to the opening sessions at Dickies Arena and State Farm Arena.
When you join the Acclimate Journey you not only will be reading scripture, you will be able to see globally where others are joining from as well. Scripture will be scrolling constantly so you can log on day or night, joining others around the world as we collectively come together to sow His truth into the soil of Passion 2023. Join the journey at acclimate.passion2023.com

**CHRISTMAS EVE IS UGLY SWEATER SABBATH**
This isn’t a dress code requirement, but just for fun you’re welcome to don your favorite eye-sore sweater this coming Sabbath. Remember we will only have one worship service at 11:30am for the whole church, so come early to enjoy fellowship and stay late to take photos with other ugly holiday apparel enthusiasts.

**CHRISTMAS EVE MORNING WORSHIP // DEC 24, 11:30AM // ARLINGTON SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH**
As a gift to our volunteers, we will be operating on an abbreviated schedule for Christmas Eve Sabbath, December 24. Please note: there will be no Legacy or YG Service, no Sabbath schools, and no UG Talks! Bring your family and plan to join us at 11:30am - we look forward to this special day of worship!

**SPEND THREE DAYS FOR THE FAME OF JESUS**
Wondering how to spend your holiday [holy-days]? There’s still exclusive room for you to join us at the Passion Conference gathering with thousands of young adults from around the world, intent on spreading the fame of Jesus. @ygchurch has significantly subsidized the registration, also has scholarships available for those strapped for cash. Act now to fill our remaining limited spots for this sold out gathering.
Go to tiny.one/Passion23 and sign up now, and Jocy Castillo will be in touch to receive your registration fee. Contact Pastor Allan if you need financial assistance.

**ROAD TO PASSION: WORSHIP SET SONGS ON SPOTIFY**
Begin to calibrate your heart for worship by enjoying and absorbing songs that will be featured at the coming Passion Conference. Whether or not you will be attending, find inspiration here as we surrender all for His renown. Click the above icon or here for the Spotify Passion play list.

**FOR THOSE ALREADY SIGNED UP AND PAID IN WITH YG: PASSION CONFERENCE ARRIVAL DETAILS**
In the coming days you will be receiving email instructions as well as your ticket as a digital PDF. A preview of the details can be found by clicking on the above icon.

**WHEN YOU GIVE, YG MAKES DISCIPLES**
Your faithful contributions do so much to aid YG in deepening the devotion of next generations to Jesus. From baptismal studies, to LIFEgroups, to Bridge Weekends, to leadership training…Younger Generation Church continues to thrive because of your generosity. If you have yet to consider it, why not automate your giving to provide consistent financial support? And of course we appreciate your thinking of YG as you consider your year-end charitable contributions. Thank you for being the best of YG. waystogive.ygchurch.com

COMING ATTRACTIONS

**RISK TAKERS // DEC 31, 10:15AM CST // @YGCHURCH**
”*You are not alone in feeling alone.”*
In a world that's both more connected and more isolating than ever before, we’re often tempted to do life alone, whether because we’re so busy or because relationships feel risky and hard. In YG’s Winter series, Growing Together, glean fascinating relational insights, timeless Biblical truth, and authentic stories from the lives of our presenters.

**FIND YOUR PEOPLE: LAUNCH AN OPEN TABLE**
The holidays are a natural time to share meals with new acquaintances, family, and friends. Put what you’ve learned so far in our “Growing Together” series into practice, by launching an “Open Table,” this season. Click the above icon for a “how to host guide booklet.” Pray and plan, and begin this holiday meeting with old friends and making new ones.

**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

PURSUE GOD

GROWING TOGETHER: BLUE CHRISTMAS
GOD will never give you more than HE can handle.

“If every person who’s in pretty good shape can make a commitment to reaching out to one person they are concerned might be lonely once a week, that would be a good thing.”—Dr. Richard Weissbourd, senior lecturer at the Harvard Graduate School of Education

So speak encouraging words to one another. Build up hope so you’ll all be together in this, no one left out, no one left behind. I know you’re already doing this; just keep on doing it. –1 Thessalonians 5:11 [Message]

In a world that's both more connected and more isolating than ever before, we’re often tempted to do life alone, whether because we’re so busy or because relationships feel risky and hard. In YG’s Winter series, Growing Together, glean fascinating relational insights, timeless Biblical truth, and authentic stories from the lives of our presenters.

Join your worship with ours. Saturdays, 10:15AM [Central]. live.ygchurch.com

**NIGHTSHIFT: BE A LIGHT IN THE MIDST OF DARKNESS**
*”So speak encouraging words to one another. Build up hope so you’ll all be together in this, no one left out, no one left behind. I know you’re already doing this; just keep on doing it.”* –1 Thessalonians 5:11 [Message]
Click the above prayer icon for an encouraging word from Sadie Robertson Huff.

In this 7-Day video Plan, Kevin Olusola from Pentatonix shares how Jesus’ arrival paved the way for all things to become new. So if you’re looking for rest or longing for change—discover what new thing God wants to do in you. Come for some encouragement, and stay for Kevin’s exclusive musical performances. Click the above icon or here to start.

**DEVOTIONAL: DIVINE APPOINTMENTS**
A few weeks ago, I was taking public transportation to the airport when a young professional sitting beside me saw the AYP sticker on my luggage and asked me “are you Adventist”? Apparently, this individual’s parents had wanted their kids to have a Christian education, and living near an Adventist academy, he had attended one of our schools during high-school despite not being an Adventist.
Over the following hour, riding the metro subway, we engaged in conversation, speaking about life, career, and faith. We discussed things that interested us, we talked about our church communities and how our church families shaped who we are, we learned about each other’s perspectives on religion and God. I was blessed with the opportunity to listen to his story and to have the chance to share my faith.
When we eventually reached our destinations, we went our separate ways. However, we departed with new insight and perspective - one that I hope sparks seeds for the Kingdom.
As I reflect on this conversation, I am reminded that it was initiated simply by an AYP sticker on my luggage that spelled out my faith. Furthermore, I realized that each of us interact with dozens of people each day, and if we allow God to use us as His disciple, the opportunities to share His love are beyond our imagination.
In the next few weeks, as you are shopping for Christmas gifts or traveling to see loved ones, I urge you to to pray that God might open door for divine appointments so you might help plant seed for the Kingdom! Furthermore, I urge you to ensure that in every interaction, you portray yourself in a manner that represents Jesus. *—Tim Kosaka*

**SHARE LOVE AND LIGHT THIS HOLIDAY**
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EXPERIENCE COMMUNITY

**IYKYK: CHRISTMAS EVE IS UGLY SWEATER SABBATH**
Christmas Eve is Ugly Sweater Sabbath [or any other holiday eye-sore apparel].
Remember December 24th, only one worship service at 11:30am for the whole church. Hope to see you there.
*of course the whole ugly Christmas sweater thing is completely optional. Whatever you do, just remember to wear clothes.

**ATTENTION ALL COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY STUDENTS**
We’re looking to connect with all our college and university students! Click the above icon to submit your contact information so that we might include you in care package projects and other efforts to minister to you no matter where you are going to school. Go to tiny.one/YGstudent to submit your info.

**YOUNG PROFESSIONALS YOU ARE WELCOME HERE!**
No doubt work consumes a lot of your focus and energies. Our hope is you will find at @ygchurch meaningful relationships, inspiration, and refreshment for your spirit. Our desire is for you to experience a sense of belonging with us; That you will find your purpose affirmed here; That you will discover more fully your identity in Christ. We think of you as family and hope you will discover in us a place you can call home.

**foundation // returns January 2023 // revive community care center**
*foundation* is a young adult Bible study. spending time together studying the Word of God on Sabbath afternoons.

This name was inspired by the concept of Christ being our One True Sure Foundation.
*“So this is what the Sovereign Lord says:“See, I lay a stone in Zion, a tested stone, a precious cornerstone for a sure foundation; the one who relies on it will never be stricken with panic.”* —Isaiah 28:16

”Personally, this concept stands out to me because there are so many things that society tells young people to rely on: appearances, wealth, education, social media, etc. Even within the church, our focus can be on other things, which are important as well, but I believe it’s time we go back to weightier matters. 2 Peter 1:3 says, *‘His divine power has given us everything we need for a godly life through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness.’* There are so many young adults trying to live a Godly life without the right tools! Many of us think we have to invent our own or use what the world tells us. He has given them all to us. One prominent way He does this is through the Word.” *—Dani*

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**YOU ARE NOT ALONE IN FEELING ALONE**
National research reveals *“more than three of five Americans are lonely, with more and more people reporting feeling like they are left out, poorly understood and lacking companionship.”*

At Younger Generation Church, we are needing the help of awesome adults and fantastic families to address this significant issue and how impacts our young adults. Click the above icon or here to learn more. DM Pastor Allan if you would like to help YG combat loneliness.

**RIGHTNOW MEDIA: FIND YOUR PEOPLE VIDEO BIBLE STUDY**
A great resource for your group study is available to you free on RightNow Media. The ***Find Your People*** video study offers insights from the author Jennie Allen that coincide with the sections of the bible study guide. Click the above icon to access the video series.

**FIND YOUR PEOPLE AND START GROWING TOGETHER**
We’ve given out dozens of books and many Bible study guides. We’ve shared tutorial notes for starting a book club, and offer the video series free online via our RightNow Media Library.
*So what now?*
**Get started!** <G>
Find your people, initiate friendships and start growing together. If you still need help, contact Pastor Allan who is happy to spark your ideas for building deeper community. *Click the above icon to download your “start a book club” guide.*

*Click the above icon to hear the* *relationship stories* *of Kevin Olusola, Seth Day, and Dr. Heather Thompson Day.*

**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.

**RIGHTNOW MEDIA VIRTUAL LIBRARY**
As a YGer you have access to *RightNow Media*—the world’s largest streaming library of video Bible study resources. 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.
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. Click the above icon or click here to gain access to our digital library!

INSPIRE HOPE // SHARE GRACE

**TEXAS YOUNG ADULTS**
Young Texas Adventists provides great ministry support to young adults including young professionals. Pastor Justin Yang is available to speak, train, and resource you and your peers. He also publishes a regular newsletter filled with coming events and relevant resources.
Click the above icon for the Texas Young Adult website. Click the below icon for the newsletter link.

**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

**THESE ARE THE CHURCHES IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD**
Such a delight to bring holiday greetings and @jocy_screations hot chocolate bombs to our neighborhood churches. What an honor to all be worshiping the newborn King! #BeJesus #BeYG #findyourpeople

**THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY TO LOCAL CHURCH BUDGET**
When you give to local church budget you are financially supporting @burtonadventistacademy as Arlington Church is the exclusive constituent congregation providing their subsidy?
As 2022 draws to a close, the Arlington Adventist Church has been reflecting on the blessings of God to our community of faith. Ministry is flourishing in myriad ways and the hand of God is clearly evident among His people. We are truly grateful!
During this holiday season, we invite you to give a special offering to “Local Church Budget.” tiny.one/GiveLocal
Click the link, and select "Church Budget." On an offering envelope, mark contributions for "Local Church Budget." Thank you for allowing God to use your gifts for His glory! tiny.one/GiveLocal

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