JULY 2, 2024 VOL.5 NO.25
AUGUST 03, 2024 | 20TH ANNIVERSARY
Save the date and let’s celebrate what God has done, and what He will continue to do; Because all the time, He is good.
SABBATH HOME VESPERS // JUL 5, 7:00PM // RODRIGUEZ HOME
Jasmin Rodriguez and @ygchurch invite you to Friday night Bible studies focused on the book of Jonah. Held in the family home environment, enjoy this Summer study in a relaxed, casual space. Come over to home vespers and receive the Sabbath digging into the book of Jonah which has way more than being in the belly of a fish! Experience community while digging in the Word. Contact Jasmin [682-521-0590] to get the location and details.
MARK MY WORDS: THE GOSPEL // JUL 6, 10:15AM CENTRAL // YOUNGER GENERATION CHURCH
Freedom, Who Else, All Hail King Jesus, Holy Forever #WorshipSet #Jul6 10:15AM CDT https://tinyurl.com/YGlivestream #ygchurch #GospelOfMark
"This is the Good News about Jesus the Messiah, the Son of God…" --Mark 1:1
Join Younger Generation Church as we dive into the WORD to discover more about Jesus.
Saturdays, 10:15AM, in person or online.
4409 Pleasantview Dr., Arlington TX
https://tinyurl.com/YGlivestream
PYG CHAT GROUP // SATURDAYS, 11:30AM // ROOM 5
Right after Younger Generation Church [Post YG], join us in Room 5 for conversations around the sermon, the study into the Gospel of Mark, and related issues to identity/faith life. Enjoy community and open discussion. All are welcome.
YOUNG WOMEN’S LIFEGROUP // SATURDAYS, 12:00PM // ROOM 7
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. For more information contact Taye or Precious.
ODDIE OLAZARAN, MDIV, ASSOCIATE PASTOR FOR YOUTH MINISTRY
Congratulations to Pastor Oddie Olazaran in his new role as Arlington Seventh-day Adventist Church Youth Pastor, having previously served as campus pastor for Burton Adventist Academy. He received his Masters in Divinity from the Andrews University Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary with a concentration in Youth and Young Adult Ministry. Throughout his ministry, Oddie has focused on working with, and mentoring the next generation. He and his wife, Madeline, have two beautiful dogs and enjoy outdoor adventures such as rock climbing, backpacking, and hiking.
“While Pastor Oddie and the entire team at Burton Academy have always been a part of our ministry team at Arlington, we are happy to officially welcome Pastor Oddie to this new role within our community and UG,” lauded Pastor Allison Casillas. “Pastor Oddie’s consistency, compassion, and understanding of our students, volunteers, and community make him an ideal person for the task of continuing to advance the ministry of UG.”
MEAL TRAIN FOR COLVIN FAMILY
We want to show our continued love and support for the Colvin family as they mourn the passing of Ray. They are thankful for all the thoughts and prayers, but request no visitors at this time. They have some dietary restrictions, but love most restaurants, so please donate via the link below or send any restaurant or Walmart gift card you can to help them with this difficult time. Physical gift cards drop off to church office and E- gift cards send to mindy@arlingtonadventist.com
Click the above icon or here to participate in the Colvin Family Meal Train.
BOOK RECOMMENDATION: UNTANGLE YOUR EMOTIONS
In follow up of our YG series, “Somewhere Between Worry and Wonder,” let me recommend Jennie Allen’s book, “Untangle Your Emotions.” Great read on your own also well suited to be done with a group as a study or a book club. If you decide to use it with others in a LIFEgroup format, propose your plan to YG’s Shark Tank to receive funding support for group study resources and books. tiny.one/SharkTankPitch
COMING EVENTS
YG SUMMER EVENTS
All young adults are especially invited to come out and enjoy an eclectic array of gatherings this Summer. More information to come.
BURTON ADVENTIST ACADEMY OPEN HOUSE // JUL 10, 6:00PM // BAA CAMPUS
You're invited! Join us for our upcoming Open House event for families interested in exploring what Burton Academy has to offer your family! You’ll get to meet staff, hear about key highlights, tour campus, and even receive a free gift for registering and attending! Please complete the brief registration form at the following link and plan to join us on Wednesday, July 10 @ 6 pm! We'll see you there! https://burtonacademy.org/open-house
CARTER BLOODCARE DRIVE // JUL 13, 9:30AM-12:30PM // REVIVE COMMUNITY CARE CENTER
Click the above icon to schedule an appointment or walk in Sabbath morning. In appreciation receive a beach towel while supplies last. For more information contact Pastor Heidi Jackson, 817-483-4837.
july 13. seven pm. underground.
SAVE THE SATURDAY NIGHT! // JULY 13TH // AXE THROWING
More details to come!
PURSUE GOD
Click the above icon for the online version of the quarterly.
INVERSE: STORIES THAT TRANSFORM
inVerse is a Bible study guide for those aged 18–35+ including university students, young adults, working professionals, younger parents, and those young at heart. Two of the four quarters correlate with the same study topics as the Adult Bible Study Guide, while the two remaining topics specifically address other contemporary issues. Click the above icon for this quarter’s study focus.
WHO NEEDS TO BE AWAKE ALL NIGHT // JUN 29, 10:15AM CDT // YOUNGER GENERATION CHURCH
One Thing Remains, Shout To The Lord, Worthy Of It All, Give Me Jesus #WorshipSet #Jun29 10:15AM CDT https://tinyurl.com/YGlivestream #ygchurch #wonderoverworry
I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?...Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. –Matthew 6:25-26, 34
Let’s discover how to live in awe and wonder of GOD, abiding in peace. No doubt loneliness, anxiety, and discouragement will challenge all of us. But there is GOD’s intent for “life to the full” and we want more of it. Join Younger Generation Church in their new series, Saturdays, 10:15AM CDT. tinyurl.com/YGlivestream
Click above icon for downloadable PDF.
PUTTING A DAGGER IN THE HEART OF WORRY // JUN 22, 10:15AM CDT // YOUNGER GENERATION CHURCH
Praise, Who Else, Spirit Break Out, Jesus Is My Healer #WorshipSet #Jun22 10:15AM CDT https://tinyurl.com/YGlivestream #ygchurch #wonderoverworry
I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?...Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. –Matthew 6:25-26, 34
Let’s discover how to live in awe and wonder of GOD, abiding in peace. No doubt loneliness, anxiety, and discouragement will challenge all of us. But there is GOD’s intent for “life to the full” and we want more of it. Join Younger Generation Church in their new series, Saturdays, 10:15AM CDT. tinyurl.com/YGlivestream
EMOTIONAL GRANULARITY
[Some mentioned having difficulty downloading the feelings wheel from the @ygchurch reference, so click the above icon or here to obtain this resource.]
Emotional granularity is an individual's ability to differentiate between the specificity of their emotions. Similar to how an interior decorator is aware of fine gradations in shades of blue, where others might see a single color, an individual with high emotional granularity would be able to discriminate between their emotions that all fall within the same level of valence and arousal, labeling their experiences with discrete emotion words. The research general points to the positive impact of emotional granularity having less episodes of anxiety and depression.
WEAPONS TO FIGHT WORRY // JUN 15, 10:15AM CDT // YOUNGER GENERATION CHURCH
Heartbeat, More Than Able, Waiting Here For You, Been So Good #WorshipSet #Jun15 10:15AM CDT https://tinyurl.com/YGlivestream #ygchurch #wonderoverworry
I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?...Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. –Matthew 6:25-26, 34
Let’s discover how to live in awe and wonder of GOD, abiding in peace. No doubt loneliness, anxiety, and discouragement will challenge all of us. But there is GOD’s intent for “life to the full” and we want more of it. Join Younger Generation Church in their new series, Saturdays, 10:15AM CDT. tinyurl.com/YGlivestream
Click the above icon for memorization Scripture PDF.
INVITING GOD INTO YOUR WORRY // JUN 8, 10:15AM CDT // YOUNGER GENERATION CHURCH
Rest On Us, Who Else, Give Me Jesus, Sinking Deep #WorshipSet #Jun8 10:15AM CDT https://tinyurl.com/YGlivestream #ygchurch #wonderoverworry
I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?...Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. –Matthew 6:25-26, 34
Let’s discover how to live in awe and wonder of GOD, abiding in peace. No doubt loneliness, anxiety, and discouragement will challenge all of us. But there is GOD’s intent for “life to the full” and we want more of it. Join Younger Generation Church in their new series, Saturdays, 10:15AM CDT. tinyurl.com/YGlivestream
Click the above icon for this PDF devotional.
THE POWER OF PERFECT LOVE // JUN 1, 10:15AM CDT // YOUNGER GENERATION CHURCH
Bless God, Bigger Than I Thought, Firm Foundation, House Of Miracles #WorshipSet #Jun1 10:15AM CDT https://tinyurl.com/YGlivestream #ygchurch #wonderoverworry #capandgownsabbath
I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?...Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. –Matthew 6:25-26, 34
Let’s discover how to live in awe and wonder of GOD, abiding in peace. No doubt loneliness, anxiety, and discouragement will challenge all of us. But there is GOD’s intent for “life to the full” and we want more of it. Join Younger Generation Church in their new series, Saturdays, 10:15AM CDT. tinyurl.com/YGlivestream
YG SPEAKER: PASTOR APRIL CHISHOLM SNYDER, MPH
April Chisholm Snyder Is the Pastor for Community Engagement at the Keene Seventh-day Adventist Church. She’s a seminary student and a recent Master of Public Health graduate from Andrews University. Her and her husband Blake both attended Arlington Adventist Church as children, and are passionate about ministry and growing deeper in their relationship with Christ.
Click the above icon to download the Prayer Guide PDF.
EMBRACING CONCERN, REJECTING WORRY // MAY 25, 10:15AM CDT // YOUNGER GENERATION CHURCH
Bless God, You Deserve It All, Build My Life, Jesus, We Love You #WorshipSet #May25 10:15AM CDT https://tinyurl.com/YGlivestream #ygchurch #wonderoverworry #capandgownsabbath
I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?...Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. –Matthew 6:25-26, 34
Let’s discover how to live in awe and wonder of GOD, abiding in peace. No doubt loneliness, anxiety, and discouragement will challenge all of us. But there is GOD’s intent for “life to the full” and we want more of it. Join Younger Generation Church in their new series, Saturdays, 10:15AM CDT. tinyurl.com/YGlivestream
Click the above icon for an abridged PDF of the book.
THE ANATOMY OF WORRY /// MAY 18, 10:15AM CDT // YOUNGER GENERATION CHURCH
Freedom, Bigger Than I Thought, Open Heaven, I Speak Jesus #WorshipSet #May18 10:15AM CDT https://tinyurl.com/YGlivestream #ygchurch #wonderoverworry
I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?...Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. –Matthew 6:25-26, 34
Let’s discover how to live in awe and wonder of GOD, abiding in peace. No doubt loneliness, anxiety, and discouragement will challenge all of us. But there is GOD’s intent for “life to the full” and we want more of it. Join Younger Generation Church in their new series, Saturdays, 10:15AM CDT. tinyurl.com/YGlivestream
WORRY IS A LIAR /// MAY 11, 10:15AM CDT // YOUNGER GENERATION CHURCH
Alive, Highlands, Make Room, Shepherd #WorshipSet #May11 10:15AM CDT, tinyurl.com/YGlivestream #ygchurch #wonderoverworry
I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink;
or about your body, what you will wear.
Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes?
Look at the birds of the air;
they do not sow or reap or store away in barns,
and yet your heavenly Father feeds them.
Are you not much more valuable than they?
...Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself.
–Matthew 6:25-26, 34
Let’s discover how to live in awe and wonder of GOD, abiding in peace. No doubt loneliness, anxiety, and discouragement will challenge all of us. But there is GOD’s intent for “life to the full” and we want more of it. Join Younger Generation Church in their new series, Saturdays, 10:15AM CDT. tinyurl.com/YGlivestream
In addition to counseling referrals, click the above icon for more mental health resources.
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.
EXPERIENCE COMMUNITY
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!
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!
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
MEAL TRAIN FOR THE STEWART FAMILY
Lorraine Stewart, a great soul, went to sleep in the Lord on June 8th. Partnered with her husband, and setting an example for her children, she generously gave of herself to others. Now, we come together to support this family who has impacted many lives in a great and sacrificial manner. While expressing your love for the Stewart family, please be mindful that this can be an overwhelming time. Your acts of kindness are greatly appreciated and can support the family best if your interactions are brief, respectful of privacy, and centers the needs and feelings of the family. Click the above icon for meal train instructions.
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!
RESPONSES, REFLECTIONS, AND RESOURCES FROM “I SEE YOU” SABBATH
Responding to the need for proactive mental health awareness and community support for suicide prevention, Arlington Seventh-day Adventist Church continues to offer resources, referrals, and training to its members and surrounding faith communities. Click the above icon for an overview of the recent “I See You” Sabbath.
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
DEAR CHURCH: Voices of Adventist Young Adults
Dear Church is a new limited, 10-part series podcast by SECC Youth that shares the stories and voices of Adventist young adults. Episode 1 is now available to stream on all major podcasting platforms. New episodes are released each Monday.
"If you could say anything to the Seventh-Day Adventist Church, what would you say?" This is the question Pastor Aren Rennacker had for young adults in the SDA community. The answers he began to receive led him to a deeper journey than he expected.
In their first episode of ten, listen as Pastor Aren speaks with various young adults, as well as one of the leading voices for young adult involvement in the Adventist Church. Listen to this first episode on Spotify.
WELCOME OUR CHURCH EVENTS COORDINATOR: ROCHELY Z. NAVARRO
Rochely is excited to step into her new role as our church events coordinator. Her hobbies include: music, travel, videography, photography, and coffee. Gilberto Mangual, our audio/visual producer, is her husband. She is grateful for this opportunity and can’t wait to serve our community.
INSIDE OUT 2 MATINEE
Thanks to everyone who came out to enjoy Inside Out 2. What a great wrap up to our YG sermon series and affirm the role of emotions in our lives.
THANK YOU RODRIGUEZ FAMILY
Gratitude to Jasmin and her family for opening their home up for Sabbath vespers! Your hospitality is legend!
WELCOME OUR CHILDREN MINISTRIES DIRECTOR
”Hello, my name is Latonya Herman, I’m married to Reggie Herman and we have three kids. After moving to Texas from Chicago, I graduated from SWAU and have enjoyed being an educator ever since. I became a member of Arlington Church in 2005 and have enjoyed meeting new people and serving in a variety of groups.”
MINISTRY VISION
Thank you to the various LIFEgroups, ministry innovators, and discipleship leaders like, Deirdre Rivera-Martin, for leaning into the mission of YG in powerful ways!
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