APRIL 25, 2024 VOL.5 NO.15
ALL GRADUATING SENIORS!
Congratulations! Whether from high school, trade school, college, university, etc., we are so proud of you! We at YG want to not only celebrate you, but also honor your accomplishments! Please complete our Class of 2024 connection form as we cheer and support you now and in your next chapter.
AYP LEADERSHIP LUNCH AND LEARN // TODAY 12:00PM // @YG.SDA
Join AYP this Thursday for a leadership Lunch and Learn. Our Assistant to the President for Programming will host this motivational Instagram LIVE series with a surprise guest who will share insightful leadership lessons relevant to young adults in their personal and professional journey.
MEN'S MINISTRY BREAKFAST // APR 27, 8:30AM // ARLINGTON FELLOWSHIP HALL
Gentlemen, join us for a come-and-go Men's Ministry Breakfast Saturday, April 20 in the Fellowship Hall! Come introduce yourself and get more information about the exciting things we have planned for Men's Ministries!
THE DISCIPLE’S VOCATION // APR 27, 10:15AM CDT // YOUNGER GENERATION CHURCH
Praise, Hosanna, More Than Able, Gratitude #WorshipSet #Apr27 10:15AM CDT, https://tinyurl.com/YGlivestream #ygchurch #baptisms #internfarewell
“Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy. Six days you shall labor and do all your work. . .”
—Exodus 20:8-9 [NIV]
Join Younger Generation Church, Saturdays, 10:15AM [Central]. In person or online, ygchurch.com.
GRATITUDE // PASTORAL INTERNS EDEN SAMANIEGO & GABRIEL HERNANDEZ // FINAL SABBATH
We are so thankful for our pastoral interns from Southwestern Adventist University. As this is their final Sabbath of official service with us, please feel free to share with them your appreciation.
YOUNG WOMEN’S LIFEGROUP // SAT 12:30PM // GREEN ROOM
YG is excited to invite young adult women to join the study of the book of James! Click the above icon to sign up for the free online Bible study which began this week.
Those who sign up will be provided with the study guide and are especially invited to an in-person gathering, 12:30PM, Saturday, April 27th in the Green Room, led by Taye and Precious. More details to come. Sign up for the online study and plan to join with YG young women on the 27th.
MUSIC/PRODUCTION/WORSHIP/MEDIA TEAM TRAINING // APR 27, 1:00PM // FELLOWSHIP HALL
Have you ever had an interest in joining our Praise and Worship Team? It's more than just singers - we are always in need of camera operators, lyrics operators, sound engineers, camera operators - each person plays in integral role in helping to build an atmosphere of worship. Interested in learning more? Plan to join us on Sabbath, April 27 at 1pm for a team training! We'll start with lunch and fellowship, followed by a discussion about what it means to be part of our worship team, what the expectations are, how to create a spirit of worship even amidst the technical process, and how to get started! Registration is requested - click here to sign up!
CLASS OF 2024 BENEFIT PLAY // 12 ANGRY JURORS // APR 28, 5:00PM CDT // ARLINGTON ADVENTIST CHURCH
The Burton Academy Class of 2024 proudly presents "Twelve Angry Jurors", written by Reginald Rose, on Sunday, April 28 at 5pm at the Arlington Adventist Church. Join us for this riveting tale of a man's life hanging in the balance as twelve strangers confront their own biases and preconceptions. Tickets are $10 with all proceeds going to fund class trip and graduation expenses for the Senior Class! Thank you for your support of our Burton Academy students!
SHARE A MEAL, SHARE STORIES, SHARE LIFE
So grateful for those of you who open your lives to younger generations. When you invite young adults to share a meal it does so much to connect us together. If you have been thinking about sharing a meal with young adults and/or newcomers, click the above icon for support suggestions to get started.
COMING EVENTS
SAVE THE DATE: MAY 4 // PASTOR MARK TAMALEAA // SUICIDE PREVENTION & AWARENESS
Make plans to join us for a full day of worship, training, and support on the issue of suicide prevention and awareness.
Suicide is the the third leading cause of death amongst young people. This number is growing amongst young adults. Mark Tamaleaa speaks on his personal journey of loss and climbing out of the pit of darkness that plagues the youth of today. He carefully addresses this issue for those who may have suicidal thoughts or loss to suicide. Regarding prevention and awareness, Mark has been on the speaking circuit for over seven years inspiring students and young adults to achieving in life and seeking help.
An ordained pastor, Mark has committed a quarter century to Adventist ministry and young people — as a teacher, boys’ dean, principal, youth pastor, young adult pastor, youth director, summer camp director, communication and community services director.
He has recently returned to graduate studies, pursuing masters of science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. His passion in this new season is speaking worldwide — to communities, in high schools and universities, with congregations — bringing awareness to mental health, mental wellness, mental balance, and suicide prevention. Mark sees us all as agents of hope.
Mark started a foundation in honor of his son, Jalen’s Kids Foundation. A father. a husband, a gospel speaker, Mark Tamaleaa wishes to be known as a “dealer of Hope.”
Save Sabbath, May 4th, and join us at Arlington Seventh-day Adventist Church. The day will include fellowship meals, inspiring worship, and Suicide Prevention training with the Jordan Harris Foundation. Click the above icon or here for meal reservations.
may eleventh. seven pm. underground.
ADVENTIST YOUNG PROFESSIONALS MISSION TRIP // APRIL 22-27 // MIAMI, FLORIDA
Join AYP Spring 2024 Mission Trip in Florida from May 22nd to 27th. Whether you're looking to make a difference, meet new friends, or experience the joy of giving back, this is your opportunity.
Registration is required. Learn more and sign up below!
ayp.me/event/mission-trip-miami
@YGCHURCH AGAIN PROVIDING DISCOUNTED REGISTRATION TO AYP CONVENTION
Last 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
START YOUR JOURNEY
We believe for our faith to flourish, we need to engage with God each and every day through the Truth of His Word. Jesus said, “Remain in Me, and I will remain in you.” Join us at Passionequip.com as we create daily rhythms for walking with Jesus. Click the above icon to sign up or get the app. passionequip.com/
FULL LIFE CONFERENCE 2024: BERNIE ANDERSON
Bernie Anderson is the Sr. Regional Director of Church Engagement for the Eastern and Southeastern United States for World Vision-US. Prior to World Vision he was a pastor for 23 yrs. leading churches in Texas, Utah, and Florida. He currently lives in Orlando, FL with his wife Christina, and their three young adult daughters. Bernie is an avid runner and adventure seeker having summited Mount Kilimanjaro.
WORSHIP AS A LIFESTYLE
We live in a time in the arc of the Church where the word worship is often used to talk about an industry, a platform, an opportunity, a type of music, or a career path. If we are not careful, the more we use the word this way, the more likely we are to debase and profane, forget, or excuse someone else’s calling that we were created to do.
Click the above icon for the full article from Passion Equip.
BEFORE YOU WERE BORN // APR 20, 10:15AM CDT // @YGCHURCH
Jehovah, Bless God, Way Maker, Great Are You Lord #WorshipSet #Apr20 10:15AM CDT, https://tinyurl.com/YGlivestream #ygchurch #EliDechavez #NoelCarterFleming
“Before I shaped you in the womb,
I knew all about you.
Before you saw the light of day,
I had holy plans for you:
A prophet to the nations—
that’s what I had in mind for you.”
—Jeremiah 1:5 [Message]
Join Younger Generation Church, Saturdays, 10:15AM [Central]. In person or online
DEEP DIVE: SERMONS & SERVICES ON DEMAND
Click the above icon to catch our most recent series as well as other great Deep Calling presentations.
DEEP DIVE FINALE: CALL TO BLESS // APR 6, 10:15AM CDT // YOUNGER GENERATION CHURCH
“The Lord had said to Abram, “Go from your country, your people and your father’s household to the land I will show you. “I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you; I will make your name great, and you will be a blessing...and all peoples on earth will be blessed through you.” —Genesis 12:1-3
DEEP DIVE: On Being & Growing Disciples
What might we discover beneath the surface if we dive deep into the calling of GOD?
Deep calls to deep
in the roar of your waterfalls;
all your waves and breakers
have swept over me.
By day the Lord directs his love,
at night his song is with me—
a prayer to the God of my life.
–Psalm 42:7-8 [NIV]
Join Younger Generation Church in our GODencounters series, Deep Dive, Saturdays at Arlington Seventh-day Adventist Church. #GODencounters #LovingGOD #LovingPeople
YG MEDIA ARCHIVES: THOUSANDS OF SERMONS & SERVICES ON DEMAND
For inspiration and/or discipleship, on your own or with a group, take advantage of this vast collection of worship experiences and sermons from Younger Generation Church. Click the above icon to gain access to the YG Video Vault.
AYP DEVOTIONAL // REFLECTING HIS CHARACTER: THE MIND OF CHRIST
There is a constant battle for our attention. Social media pushes quick, exciting, and intriguing content on our feeds to keep us swiping. Notifications bombard us from every angle, and there is always a new trending story to keep up with.
All of these influences pulling at our attention can lead us to becoming unaware of the bias of the content we are watching/ engaging with.
If you are not careful, you can limit yourself to a specific way of thinking that may not be in alignment with how Christ intended for your character and mind to grow.
Today, I’d like you to pause and assess the last three pieces of content you watched on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, or the social media platform of your choice.
If you aren’t a social media user, revisit the last three pieces of content you heard on the radio, read in a book, or watched on television.
As you pull up your history, consider why you chose to watch or engage with that content. Also consider, what resonated with you from that content piece or the creator. Lastly, consider how that piece of content has impacted the way you think about the topic you watched.
As you ponder the content you’ve consumed, the lens through which I want you to filter this content is, “How does this piece of content help me reflect the character and mind of Christ?”
If you are unsure of how to answer that question, Philippians 4:8-9 has strong guidance on the matter.
Paul says, “Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy—meditate on these things. The things which you learned and received and heard and saw in me, these do, and the God of peace will be with you. (Philippians 4:8-9 NKJV)
As we focus on reflecting Christ’s character, we must pay attention to what we fill our minds with.
Let’s take a deeper dive into the criteria laid out in scripture for us to grow in His Character.
We need to focus on:
Whatever things are true
True content is so important to focus on. We live in a world where fictional stories float around with true stories which eventually makes us develop a subconscious distrust of believing every story we hear. To grow in our faith walk with Christ and reflect His character, we must only fill our minds with what is true. Our faith will be elevated and inspired beyond measure when we see how God is moving in the lives of believers around us.
Whatever things are noble
According to Oxford’s dictionary. The word noble means, belonging to a hereditary class with high social or political status; aristocratic. Noble also means, “having or showing fine personal qualities or high moral principles and ideals.”
This one might be an acquired taste for some of us, but I believe when we focus on noble things, we draw our minds heavenward. Some ideas that come to mind for noble things are learning about etiquette and how to further love those around you no matter their social class.
Questions to consider:
• What ideas come to your mind when you think about noble things?
• What comes to mind when you hear the word “lovely”?
• What are some things of good report you like to focus your mind on?
EXPERIENCE COMMUNITY
SMALL GROUP TRAINING TO LAUNCH DEEP CALLING
Many of you picked up a Deep Calling Kit so you can facilitate and/or host a small group. Super excited about your interest and initaitive. Below is the tutorial video as you prepare to launch.
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!
WANTED: ALL COLLEGE, UNIVERSITY AND TRADE SCHOOL STUDENTS
We want to connect with you, please click the above icon and register your contact info with @ygchurch.
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!
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
VOLUNTEERS WANTED!
A great way to get more involved with @ygchurch is to serve on one of our volunteer teams. Click the above icon or here to sign up.
YG VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR: EMILIA ORTIZ
Emilia is a recent college grad with a passion for helping others and sharing God’s love through acts of kindness. She is serving @ygchurch as our volunteer coordinator, empowering our YGers in getting involved in ministry and finding sweet spots of service. Click here to sign up as a YG volunteer!
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
YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY IDEAS? // PITCH IT TO YG SHARK TANK
@YGCHURCH is all about supporting 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
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
NAD YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT MINISTRIES COMMITTEE
This week I had the honor of serving on the North Amercian Division Youth & Young Adult Ministries committee which convened at Glacier View Ranch in Colorado. It was inspiring to meet great ministry leaders from across the nation, committed to making an inspirational difference in the lives of next generations.
@YGCHURCH VISION SESSIONS
Thanks to those who came over for the first of our YG vision sessions. Appreciate the great conversations and relevant insights about Younger Generation Church, young adult discipleship, and where GOD is taking us next.
SHARE A MEAL, SHARE STORIES, SHARE LIFE
So grateful for those of you who open up your homes and your lives to younger generations. When you invite young adults into your home to share a meal it does so much to connect us together. If you have been thinking about sharing a meal with young adults and/or newcomers to @ygchurch, click the above icon for support suggestions to get started.
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