DECEMBER 27, 2022 VOL.3 NO.51

**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

**RISK TAKERS // SAT DEC 31, 10:15AM CST // @YGCHURCH**
You Make Me Brave, Firm Foundation, Champion, No Longer Slaves #WorshipSet #Dec31 10:15AM CST fb.com/ygchurch #FindYourPeople #ygchurch
*Jesus said, “Daughter, you took a risk trusting me, and now you’re healed and whole. Live well, live blessed!”* —Luke 8:48 [Message]
”*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.

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.

COMING ATTRACTIONS

**BEGIN 2023 ON A MISSION**
Click the above icon and begin January 1 reading a chapter a day from “Purpose Driven Life.” Let’s align ourselves with GOD’s mission for our lives. Join us in this 40-day devotional invitation.

**GOT AN IDEA FOR SHARING JESUS AND HIS LOVE?**
We are stoked for 2023 and all the creative ways you may have in mind for outreach, evangelism, and sharing GOD’s love. Click the above icon and submit your idea to YG Shark Tank.

**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

**foundation // returns January 7, 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*

Click the icon for their Instagram, and share with a friend who may be interested.

**GODENCOUNTERS COMING THIS FEBRUARY**
More details to come. Click icon for a hint…

**YG TO SEE MAVERICKS VERSUS GRIZZLIES // MARCH 13 // AMERICAN AIRLINES CENTER**
Don’t miss out on this great Mavs Faith & Family Night and the great discount through YG! Sign up for a spot and all the information, tiny.one/MavsGame

**YG HAS LIMITED DISCOUNTED TICKETS TO AYP CONVENTION!**
We are excited to announce that the 2023 AYP Thrive Convention will be in Texas on July 28-30, 2023! Join us for this leadership convention focused on helping young professionals thrive toward the next level of their journey in Christ! YG has acquired tickets and is giving our YGers a great discount. CLICK THE ABOVE ICON to reserve your YG discounted registration. For general convention information, go to AYP.me/Convention for all the deets.

PURSUE GOD

**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

**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.

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

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

Get real help for your mental health today from the OneTeam.
You can visit us at oneteammentalhealth.org

EXPERIENCE COMMUNITY

**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.
**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.

**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.*

**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

**I AM YG: JASON BURKE**
For over a decade @choochoolife has served @ygchurch as a media team director. When @aamphd first met him, Jason was serving in that same capacity at @ucollegene as a student leader. For nearly a decade, he has also served as YG’s financial manager. His involvement in both capacities has made him a long time member of lead team, finance committee, and a variety of other teams that help the church and YG operate smoothly.
Although often behind the scenes, he has always had a big impact on stage, including the world stage. Jason was part of the inception of Arlington Young Professionals which has evolved into Adventist Young Professionals, lauding over 6,000 members world wide.
Thank you Jason for your continued leadership and vision in our vibrant young adult ministry. #BeJesus #BeYG

**WE ARE YG: THE LIVINGTONS**
For over two decades, the Livingston family have been active members of @ygchurch

[r to l] Nick Livingston began serving at YG before he was 9 y/o, joining his parents is volunteering for special events also helping with communion/foot washing. Nick continues now as a high school student to serve on the church media team. @livingston7777 is a deacon for the church serving in many capacities. @bolivingston_lostforever served last year as YG Elder and continues in 2023 as our representative on the Arlington Seventh-day Adventist Church board.

Thank you Livingstons for your continued leadership and vision in our vibrant young adult ministry. #BeJesus #BeYG

**I AM YG: MICHAEL DEMIAR**
For over a decade @gramcrackers7 has lent his creative talents to @ygchurch and many other churches throughout the DFW Metroplex.

Over the years he has served as YG’s associate music director, also part of our lead team and media team. This past year he took lead as Creative Director and coordinated the remodeling of the Arlington Life Today studio space.

Thank you Michael for your continued leadership and vision in our vibrant young adult ministry. #BeJesus #BeYG

**WE ARE YG: KYLE & MEGHAN**
This year @dramafreekyle served as @ygchurch pastoral intern. In his senior year as a theology major at @southwesternau Kyle is also serving as assistant chaplain with @sladswau However this has not hindered his full engagement of our young adult ministry. Whether doing baptismal Bible studies, preaching, supporting LIFEgroups, or mentoring students, Pastor Kyle is all in.

His fiancé @meghawatt24 has matched his commitment and has led worship and joined @foundation.yg while completing her @swaunursing senior year at SWAU.
What a thrill to have both Kyle and Meghan join our @ygchurch membership with plans to be wed next year! Thank you Kyle and Meghan for your leadership and commitment to our vibrant young adult ministry. #BeJesus #BeYG

**I AM YG: ROLANDO LERMA, JR.**
Last semester @r0lip0li0li served as @ygchurch music and worship intern, our first since the inception of our young adult ministry. In addition to worship leading, he worked in support of @sarenae for the @southwesternau scholarship showcase where @swausingers were featured.
Thank you Rolando for your passion for Jesus and service through YG. #BeJesus #BeYG

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