October 31, 2023 VOL.4 NO.38
YG GROWS LEADERS // WAYSTOGIVE.YGCHURCH.COM
For nearly two decades @ygchurch has intentionally invested in young adult discipleship, specifically pouring mentoring, training, and leadership experiences into young lives. We consider YG a leadership laboratory, where emerging adults are empowered and it is safe to experiment, express, and refine their leadership skills.
Your generous contributions to Younger Generation Church makes all this possible. Thank you in advance for considering increasing, automating, or giving for the first time to @ygchurch. When you give, YG grows leaders. waystogive.ygchurch.com
RIGHTNOW CONFERENCE 2023 // NOV 1-3 // BENT TREE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP
Doesn’t the path of discipleship sometimes seem unclear? Sure, we know we’re supposed to grow as Christians and help others do the same, but spiritual growth often feels nebulous. And as church leaders, we often feel like we’ve tried every plan, Bible study, and small group to help people grow, and we wonder if anyone is actually changing.
Discipleship might not be as step-by-step as an instruction manual or as simple as directions on a map. But we do know what a disciple looks like, how disciples act and think, and what disciples create because we know Jesus. He’s our example who clarifies discipleship for us.
Younger Generation Church will be taking our leadership team to this conference to deepen our discipleship to Jesus and sharpen our devotion to each other. If you would like to attend, contact Pastor Allan with your interest.
AYP RELATIONSHIPS: LOVE LANGUAGES // NOV 1, 7:00PM CENTRAL // AYP VIRTUAL GROUP
Join us for our next gathering about Christ-centered relationships and make new connections with young professionals from across the world.
AYP’s Relationships: I'm Looking for Something Real group is a virtual community that helps you learn about components of a meaningful relationship or gain insight navigating your existing relationship. The group will help you gain deeper insight into the components of a meaningful relationship through experiences and challenges from Adventist couples of various backgrounds.
RSVP at ayp.me/event/relationships-im-looking-for-something-real-3/ and join our group’s WhatsApp to learn more!
A TIME TO HEAL // NOV 4, 10:15AM CDT // @YGCHURCH
Believe For It, Forever Reign, Endless Praise, Forever YHWH #WorshipSet #Nov4 10:15am CDT, fb.com/ygchurch #ygchurch #InItsTime
As we enter the holiday season, let us remember that GOD is sovereign over all. All of time, including the seasons of our lives, are orchestrated by His good and perfect will. Join @ygchurch Saturdays, 10:15AM [Central], for our new sermon series.
Worship Jesus with us.
Saturdays // 10:15AM // @ygchurch
in person // 4409 Pleasantview Dr // Arlington, TX 76017-1427
online // fb.com/ygchurch
YG SPEAKER: JOSUE NUNEZ
Our Pastoral Resident, Josh Nuñez is a senior Theology major at Southwestern Adventist University. He was born in Boston, Massachusetts, and his family heritage is from the Dominican Republic. Josh likes to play piano, enjoys the outdoors, and is a sports enthusiast.
SPEND A NIGHT IN THE CITY OF LIGHTS!
Join us for a night of elegance and entertainment, as we recreate the charm and allure of Paris through exquisite cuisine, mesmerizing performances, and captivating décor. Savor the flavors of robust gourmet, sway to the melodies of live music, and participate in our exciting auctions, all while contributing to a noble cause.
Your generous support at a “Night in Paris" will help us to nurture and guide our young members on their spiritual journey, ensuring they grow into compassionate, responsible, and faithful individuals
Mark your calendars and don your most glamorous attire for a memorable soirée in the heart of Paris. Together, let's make a difference in the lives of our youth and create lasting memories that will be cherished forever. À bientôt!
YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY IDEAS? // PITCH IT TO YG SHARK TANK
@YGCHURCH is all about your support your ideas to disciple and deepen the devotion of next generations to Jesus Christ. Propose your ideas via our Shark Tank proposal link, and we would love to help fund/promote your innovation! Got an idea for a social? An outreach? A LIFEgroup? Whatever it is, pitch it today! tiny.one/SharkTankPitch
COMING EVENTS
DONATE BLOOD & SAVE A LIFE! // NOV 11, 9:30AM-12:30PM // REVIVE COMMUNITY CARE
Set your calendars to Save Lives with your precious blood donation! Texas hospitals need your help in making sure that there is a supply of life-saving blood for emergencies! Carter BloodCare will be in the REVIVE Community Center on Saturday, November 11, 2023, from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm!
Click on the Link Below to Make an Appointment & Save a Life!
Arlington Adventist Church Blood Drive
REVIVE THANKSGIVING BASKETS // DONATION DEADLINE NOV 13
Partner with REVIVE and share the blessings of the season with our community this year! Makie a Thanksgiving Basket by picking up the following items and placing them inside the REVIVE Bins in the Foyer! You may drop off your donations on Sabbath morning or during church business hours! All donations must be in by November 13! Let's make the Season Bright!!
CELEBRATING SIXTY YEARS OF MINISTRY!
Mark your calendars for Sabbath, December 2, and join us in celebration of 60 years of ministry as the Arlington Adventist Church! More details will be coming soon!
Have pictures from some of the "olden" days?! We'd love to have copies of them for this event! Email Mindy at the church office to find out how to get them sent to us!
@YGCHURCH AGAIN PROVIDING DISCOUNTED REGISTRATION TO AYP CONVENTION
This year’s convention was incredible and the coming 2024 AYP Convention is sure to be just as inspiring! YG is delighted to offer discounted registration for all our church members who have interest. Contact Dr. Barbara Quaye with any quesitons you may have, but act now, as our discounted tickets are limited. Click the above icon to register for YG’s tickets!
PURSUE GOD
EMBRACING THE PARADOX OF LIFE // OCT 28, 10:15AM CDT // @YGCHURCH
As we enter the holiday season, let us remember that GOD is sovereign over all. All of time, including the seasons of our lives, are orchestrated by His good and perfect will. Join @ygchurch Saturdays, 10:15AM [Central], for our new sermon series. Click above icon for full sermon.
Worship Jesus with us.
Saturdays // 10:15AM // @ygchurch
in person // 4409 Pleasantview Dr // Arlington, TX 76017-1427
online // fb.com/ygchurch
YG SPEAKER: PASTOR EDEN SAMANIEGO
Pastor Eden Samaniego is a triple major in Theology, English, and History at Southwestern Adventist University. This academic year Eden is serving as the Pastoral Intern for Younger Generation Church. He is passionate about explaining how the Bible invites us to join into the story of Jesus. In his free time he enjoys coffee, tennis, and sunsets.
AYP DEVOTIONAL: DELIGHT IN HIS WORD
In a world filled with countless paths and choices, it is vital for us, as young adults, to understand the true source of success and fulfillment. It is found in living a life that is guided by God's law and centered on pleasing Him as disciples of Christ. —Tim Kosaka
Click the above icon for the complete devotional.
EVERYTHING IN ITS TIME // OCT 21, 10:15AM CDT // @YGCHURCH
One Thing Remains, Shadow Step, Give Me Jesus, None But Jesus #WorshipSet #Oct21 10:15AM CDT, fb.com/ygchurch #YGseason #ygchurch
As we enter the holiday season, let us remember that GOD is sovereign over all. All of time, including the seasons of our lives, are orchestrated by His good and perfect will. Join @ygchurch Saturdays, 10:15AM CDT, for our new sermon series.
YG SPEAKER: PASTOR RUSS LAUGHLIN
Pastor Russ Laughlin joined Southwestern Adventist University in 2012 as Vice President for Spiritual Development. Prior to that, he worked as an associate pastor, pastor, and youth pastor from 1986 to1995. In 1995, he became the Pastor for Youth Ministry at the Keene Seventh-day Adventist Church, where he remained until he came to the University. Pastor Russ has a B.A. in Theology from Southern Adventist University (1984) and a M.Div. from Andrews University (1987). He was ordained by the Florida Conference of Seventh-day Adventists in 1989 and received certification as a university chaplain in 2014 from the North American Division of Seventh-day Adventists. He is active in the community, serving on church, city, and county boards. A seasoned speaker, presenter, and trainer in youth leadership, Pastor Russ also participates in several community service projects. Pastor Russ and his wife, Jeanne, have two children. He enjoys wakesurfing, motorcycle riding, and woodworking.
CREATIVE FAM COLLECTIVE is a creative conference for all artists, innovators, musicians, writers, dancers, enthusiasts, etc to come together as a community and be refreshed in your gifts with other creatives.
EXPERIENCE COMMUNITY
Looking to put some spring in your step and your conversations? When you join an AYP Group, you can connect with other young professionals and have meaningful discussions that are sure to encourage you. Check out AYP.me/Groups to learn more and join a group today!
COLLEGIANS ON PUBLIC CAMPUSES
If you are attending a non-Adventist college or university in the Greater DFW area, we invite you to join an Adventist Christian Fellowship [ACF] chapter affiliated with your school. For more information on ACF contact Bosco Rusine, ACF/UTA President.
AYP CHAPTERS IN TEXAS!
We’re excited to share that AYP now has chapters in Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio, making a local AYP presence accessible to many young professional Texans!
I invite you to join the WhatsApp chat for the chapter nearest you and ask that you help us spread the word with your friends across Texas!
If you are interested in volunteering with one of these chapters by either planning events/gatherings, helping with communications, or supporting in another way, please email Mechee.Cherine@AYP.me or visit AYP.me/apply!
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
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
PASSION 2024 SCHOLARSHIPS
Every year, thousands of lives are changed at Passion. Radically changed. Eternally changed.
Because of that, we never want the cost of a ticket to Passion 2024 to be the factor that stops someone from being in the room. We hope to offer scholarships to deserving students who are otherwise unable to attend. A scholarship provides a ticket, through the generosity of others, to a student who may otherwise be unable to attend.
Here are two ways you can be a part:
1. Give a Scholarship: When you give, you are making a way for a student to experience Jesus at Passion 2024. If you want to be the answer to making a way for 18-25-year-olds to be at Passion 2024 we would be so grateful.
2. Apply for a Scholarship: If you are 18-25 years old and you are looking for a way to come to Passion 2024, please complete a scholarship application.
Our hearts are set on all that God has for us at Passion 2024. We pray that you would join us in helping make a way for students to be in the room, or that you would apply for a scholarship to join us at Passion 2024.
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
YOUNG ADULT LIFE TOUR
I’m grateful to see more local churches vibrantly engaging young adults in meaningful ways! Click the above link to see highlights from not only @ygchurch but other churches across the nation that are invested in discipling emerging generations.
SHINDIG SPECTACULAR
Thanks to everyone who volunteers and all y’all who came out for our Texas size party!
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