FEBRUARY 22, 2023 VOL.4 NO.05
HOW ARE GENERATIONS GROWING TOGETHER IN YOUR CHURCH?
SDA THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY VIRTUAL DISCUSSION // FEB 22, 11:00AM CST // ZOOM
What’s working to help young and old grow together instead of growing apart?
Join us for a virtual conversation sponsored by @sdathelogicalseminary facilitated by Dr. @ropaq and Dr. @aamphd
Click above icon to join Zoom discussion.
Focusing on the Young Adult LIFE value:
INTERGENERATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Leaders foster warm, loving community across the generations, where the participation and interconnection of all ages is valued and practiced. They sharpen empathy, authenticity, and care as keystones to leadership.
• Caring, Listening, Understanding [Empathy, engagement, investment]
• Connecting Intergenerationally [What it is, how to do it, where it’s already done and can be done]
• Participating [Proactively Engage Youth & Young Families Everywhere]
[aka Foster Relationships--iCOR; Fuel Warm Community--GYA; Loving Relationships--NCD; Lead Others--AdventHealth]
#wearegrowingtogether
TO SAMARIA AND BEYOND // SAT FEB 25, 10:15AM CST // @YGCHURCH
Your Love Awakens Me, Stand In Your Love, Firm Foundation, King of My Heart #WorshipSet #Feb25 10:15AM CST fb.com/ygchurch #YGonPurpose #ygchurch
If you start your flight just a couple of degrees off, you will not end up at your destination. Without purpose, a church will drift. Let’s start 2023 on mission.
At @ygchurch we aim to deepen our devotion to Jesus through [1] pursuing intimacy with GOD, [2] experiencing community with each other, and [3] inspiring those around us with the hope of grace. Our purpose is found in loving GOD and loving people. Join YG as we launch into 2023 on mission. ygchurch.com
YG SPEAKER: MIKE TUCKER
Mike Tucker served as the Speaker/Director for Faith For Today from 2004 – 2020. He continues to serve as a seminar presenter with “Mad About Marriage”, “The Choice”, “Good Grief: Tears To Joy”, and as the host of the award-winning show, Lifestyle Magazine.
Having devoted his life to ministry, his career is marked by service to God as a senior pastor and leader for his denomination. He has additional experience as a counselor, Christian high school Bible teacher, youth pastor, and senior chaplain for medical and psychiatric facilities.
Mike holds a Master’s Degree in Counseling and has served as a “Pastor’s Pastor” for ministers in his denomination. He has authored several books, including Journal of a Lonely God; Jesus, He’s All You’ll Ever Need; Meeting Jesus in the Book of Revelation; Every Good Thing; Ten Keys to a Happy Marriage; Tears To Joy and many more.
Also of note, Mike is the founding pastor of Younger Generation Church, and served as the senior pastor of the Arlington Seventh-day Adventist Church for 17 years.
ARE YOU MADLY IN LOVE? OR JUST PLAIN MAD?!
That’s the question Pastor Mike Tucker will be asking at the free Mad About Marriage seminar on Saturday, February 25 here at our campus!
Pastor Mike is the host of Lifestyle Magazine, a Christian television talk show that airs on networks like HOPE Channel, NRB, SkyAngel, DirecTV and 170 other stations and networks nationwide.
“We believe it’s important to address real-life issues that people deal with every day, like relationships, health, and finances.” says Mike Tucker. “That’s why we included a recurring series of episodes titled Mad About Marriage on our show.”
The Mad About Marriage Seminar is an outgrowth of the Lifestyle Magazine television programs. It takes the principles being taught by the experts on the show and brings them directly to people in local communities. Some of the topics presented are Communication, Problem Solving, Emotional Needs, Spirituality, Sexuality, and Forgiveness.
Mike Tucker is the director of Faith For Today, the 70-year-old parent ministry of Lifestyle Magazine. Pastor Mike holds a Masters Degree in counseling, served for 17 years as senior pastor of our church, and is known as the “pastor’s pastor”. We are honored to have him "home" to present this impactful seminar!
Mad About Marriage seminars are open to all couples, and singles are also welcome to attend. For registration and information, please visit madaboutmarriage.com/Arlington
save the date: mar 17-18 // young adult LIFE tour
COMING ATTRACTIONS
AWAKEN YOUNG ADULT CONFERENCE // FEB 24-26 // NOCOCA PINES RANCH, NC
This year, the Awaken Young Adult Conference is in Liberty Hill, SC. The conference will be February 24-26 and will equip and empower young adult Christians to be active in their local church and change the momentum. If you are a young adult in the area (Or a long way away), we hope that you'll join us for this incredible event.
To register, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/awaken-young-adult-conference-tickets-493844641617
Tickets are all-inclusive and include admission, food , and lodging.
This year our theme will be "Becoming Unlocked." based off of the book Growing Young by the Fuller Institute. Which explores ways to empower and equip Young Adults to be actively involved in our local churches and ministries. We believe that young adults are the way the church moves forward so we want to see your potential unlocked.
For more info check out our website: www.awakennc.com
IF:LOCAL // WOMEN'S MINISTRY CONFERENCE
Ladies, come and join us for worship and fellowship as we host our second annual IF: Local Women's Ministry Conference on March 3 & 4 in the REVIVE Community Center! Tickets will include lunch, snacks, and access to speakers and breakout sessions. You won't want to miss it! Register today! You can sign up at https://watch.if2023.com/register/join-group?groupid=29767 . We want you to be there!"
If you would like to volunteer for this year’s conference, connect with Ashley Livingston.
LAUGH FOR A CAUSE!
The Burton Academy Class of 2023 is excited to present "As You Are," a romantic comedy written by Devin Anavitarte! This fundraising event will happen at 7 o'clock Saturday evening, March 4, at the Arlington Adventist Church! Tickets are $15 and available for purchase at the front office of the school. For more information, contact Raquel Lopez or Stephanie Wilczynski at Burton Academy! We look forward to seeing you there!
foundation // mar 11, sat 1pm lunch, 2pm discussion // 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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A NIGHT AT THE MEYERSON // MARCH 26TH
Join us on March 26th for an unforgettable evening promoting musical achievement and benefiting scholarships for young musicians.
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
ON A MISSION: THE SET UP
"When GOD is on the move, it's time to move."
But Elijah said to her, “Don’t be afraid! Go ahead and do just what you’ve said, but make a little bread for me first. Then use what’s left to prepare a meal for yourself and your son. –1Kings 17:13 [NLT]
SPEAKER: DENNALIA FRAY
Dennalia Fray is a 20-year-old, third year Burman University student, who is both an entrepreneur and a public speaker. Dennalia loves God, and loves cultivating healthy, positive connections with individuals all around the world. Her relationship with God has compelled her to enter into uncomfortable spaces that have produced fruits of joy, peace, and love.
If you start your flight just a couple of degrees off, you will not end up at your destination. Without purpose, a church will drift. Let’s start 2023 on mission.
At @ygchurch we aim to deepen our devotion to Jesus through [1] pursuing intimacy with GOD, [2] experiencing community with each other, and [3] inspiring those around us with the hope of grace. Our purpose is found in loving GOD and loving people. Join YG as we launch into 2023 on mission. ygchurch.com
ALL OF 2023 GODENCOUNTERS ON YGLIFE’S LINKTREE
If you enjoyed this year’s conference, find all the sessions, sermons, and additional spiritual resources on our linktree, linktr.ee/yglife
OH, JESUS [LIVE] // DBU CHAPEL WORSHIP
DBU Chapel Worship is a vibrant and diverse community of students from Dallas Baptist University that exists to glorify God through authentic worship, songwriting, musical training, and developing disciples of Jesus.
Members of Chapel Worship come together from various cultural and musical backgrounds to make known the Gospel both on campus and abroad.
Their latest album release, “Oh, Jesus [Live],” is available on Spotify and other music platforms.
EXPERIENCE COMMUNITY
NEW AYP CHAPTERS IN TEXAS!
We’re excited to share that AYP now has chapters in Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio, and Austin - making Texas the first state with four AYP chapters and making a local AYP presence accessible to the majority of 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!
FIND YOUR PEOPLE: LAUNCH AN OPEN TABLE
The new year is a great time to share meals with new acquaintances, family, and friends. Put what you’ve learned from our “Growing Together” series into practice, by launching an “Open Table,” this new season. Click the above icon for a “how to host guide booklet.” Pray and plan, and begin this year meeting with old friends and making new ones.
AYP VIRTUAL PRAYER ROOM
Adventist Young Professionals recently launched a virtual group called Prayer Room to foster daily growth and restoration with God through Christ-centered friendships.
The Prayer Room group is led by Josue Hernandez, an aspiring architect, who looks forward to growing this space of growth for fellow Adventist professionals.
To join and stay up to date on the group's gatherings, visit AYP.me/groups
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.
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
WE ARE LOOKING FOR GREAT VOLUNTEERS!
Younger Generation Church thrives on the passion and service of volunteers of all ages. Our young adult ministry has all kinds of roles where you can play an important part whether you are 9 or 90! Click the above icon to complete our volunteer form and stop by the welcome booth this Sabbath to pick up your YG volunteer team shirt and SWAG bag. Join YG in Loving GOD and Loving People. tinyurl.com/YGvolunteer
MAKE AN IMPACT ON WOMEN’S HEALTH
I am so excited and honored to share that I have been nominated to be a Woman of Impact for the American Heart Association of Tarrant County's Go Red for Women Campaign! Through this campaign my goal is to support and advocate for the mission of the AHA in building healthier lives free of cardiovascular disease and stroke.
We all know someone who has been affected by heart disease. I was shocked to find that heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States – or about 1 in every 3 female deaths. After learning that statistic, I was excited to find a way to positively impact women's health.
This is an excellent opportunity to make a difference and help raise awareness for women's health. My goal is to raise $50,000 between February 3rd and April 6th. As today is National Wear Red Day, I encourage you to feel inspired to raise awareness and support the fight against heart disease.
Please support me in my efforts to raise awareness and make an impact on women's health: http://www2.heart.org/goto/johnson_penny —Penny Johnson
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.
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
THANKS FOR COMING OUT FOR CHILI COOKOFF
Great time, great fun, and award winning chili! Appreciation to all who came out and those who participated like Adventist Young Professionals!
THANKS BURMAN FOR THE BOBA!
Wow! What a great showing and fun night at Fat Straws in Arlington. Thank you Burman University for sponsoring our Boba Buck Night.
GODENCOUNTERS: METAMORPHOSIS
Thanks to everyone who joined us and all who participated in our GODencounters Conference this year! What a powerful time. If you have interest in sharing or revisiting the sessions and resources, click the icon above or go to YGLIFE’s linktree. https://linktr.ee/yglife
WOULD LOVE YOUR FEEDBACK
If you participated in any of this year’s GODencounters Conference, would love your reflections and input. Click here to share your feedback. tiny.one/GE23feedback
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