JANUARY 28, 2025 VOL.6 NO.04

**GODENCOUNTERS CONFERENCE TO FEATURE DR. HEATHER THOMPSON DAY**
All are invited to *GODencounters Conference*, February 7-8, beginning with supper Friday evening, 6:00PM, at the Arlington Seventh-day Adventist Church, 4409 Pleasantview Drive, Arlington, TX 76107-1427. *Upside Down: What If I’m Wrong* is this year’s intriguing theme, featuring award winning author/speaker, Dr. Heather Thompson Day. The conference is free and open to the community; Find further information at https://bio.site/GODencounters
Dr. Heather Thompson Day is an interdenominational speaker, an ECPA bestseller, and has been a contributor for *Religion News Service*, *Christianity Today*, *Newsweek* and the *Barna Group*. She is now the founder of *It Is Day Ministries*, a nonprofit organization that trains churches, leaders, and laypeople in what Heather calls Cross Communication, a gospel centered communication approach that points you higher, to the cross, every time you open your mouth. Heather’s writing has been featured on outlets like the *Today Show*, and the *National Communication Association*. She has been interviewed by BBC Radio Live and *The Wall Street Journal*. She believes her calling is to stand in the gaps of our churches. She is the author of nine books; including *It’s Not Your Turn*, *I’ll See You Tomorrow*, and *What If I’m Wrong?*
*GODencounters* started at the turn of the century, as a movement of young adults passionately pursuing a 24/7 experience of Jesus Christ. For over two decades emerging generations have passionately sought to live for His renown. This year’s conference is hosted by *Younger Generation Church*, the vibrant young adult ministry of the Arlington Seventh-day Adventist Church. For more on the conference go to https://bio.site/GODencounters

**FRIDAY VESPERS // 7:00PM, JAN 31ST // SELECT HOMES**
Open to all ages, Friday Vespers returns end of January and will be held in select family homes. Contact Jasmin Rodriguez for further details. Click the above icon to join the WhatsApp group.

**CARTER BLOODCARE BLOOD DRIVE // FEB 1, 9AM-1PM // 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 of the Arlington SDA Church (4409 Pleasantview Dr., Arlington, TX 76017) on Saturday, February 1, 2025, from 9am to 1pm!

Carter BloodCare donors who donate in January or February will receive a hooded long sleeve shirt while supplies last. MAKE AN APPOINTMENT HERE TO SAVE LIVES

**I SHALL NOT WANT: I WILL DWELL // JAN 25, 10:15AM [CENTRAL] // @YGCHURCH**
Trust In God, I Speak Jesus, Make Room, Give Me Jesus #WorshipSet #Feb1 10:15AM [Central], https://tinyurl.com/yglivestream #ygchurch #GoodShepherd
*Your beauty and love chase after me, every day of my life. I’m back home in the house of God, for the rest of my life..* –Psalm 23:6 [Message]
Psalm 23 offers us a view of GOD’s character from the attributes of a Shepherd. What might we learn about who GOD is and how he cares for us, His sheep? Join Younger Generation Church in their 2025 series, “I Shall Not Want,” Saturdays, 10:15AM [Central]
In Person: 4409 Pleasantview Drive, Arlington, TX 76017-1427
Online: https://tinyurl.com/yglivestream

**YG 10-MINUTE PARTY // SATURDAYS, 11:20AM // GREEN ROOM**
Join us right after Younger Generation Church back stage in the Green Room for light refreshments and a chance to meet friends old and new. Discover more about YG; Stay by if you like for relaxed conversations in this recently remodeled casual space.

**SENIOR PRESENTATION // SAT, FEB 1, 7PM // BURTON ADVENTIST ACADEMY**
The Class of 2025 at Burton Adventist Academy invites you to their Senior Presentation on Saturday, February 1st, at 7 p.m. located at Burton Adventist Academy. Admission is $10, with additional food available for purchase, including a variety of BBQ, drinks, and desserts. Enjoy an evening filled with good food, dancing, and a special play written and performed by the senior class. Don’t forget to wear your best country attire and get ready to have a great time!

**BAPTISM CELEBRATION COMING FEBRUARY 8TH!**
Would you like to be baptized or re-baptized? Click the above icon to let Pastors Yando, Khadim, and Allan know. We’re planning for a celebration February 8th and would love for you to be part of it.

**COLLEGIATE CARE PACKAGES: STUDENT SIGN UP**
YG is preparing for our student care packages so we are looking for all our collegians, trade school, and graduate students to sign up. Click the above icon to sign up students.

COMING EVENTS

**FAITH & FAMILY NIGHTS: MAVERICKS VS. KINGS // MON, FEB 10, 7:30PM // AMERICAN AIRLINE CENTER**
YG discounted tickets now available! Limited quantity so sign up now! For more details and/or to help with more of the type of church group social outings contact Elder Gary Livingston.

**QUESTIONS AND CONVERSATIONS // FEB 15, 4:00PM // UGYOUTH ROOM**
Open all youth and young adults, ages 13-29, join the Underground, every third Sabbath for an open forum to address the questions you have about . . . anything. Contact Pastor Oddie for more details.

**BEHOLD: AYP CONVENTION // JUL 17-20, 2025 // HOUSTON, TX**
Join us in Houston for our 5th annual leadership convention infused with inspiring stories, rich and practical ideas, and engagement with leadership experts. YG has acquired a significant group discount rate, so feel free to click the above icon for all the event details, but contact Elder Jennifer Robles to acquire our subsidized group discount.

**PASSION CONFERENCE 2026 // JAN 1-3, 2026 // GLOBE LIFE FIELD, ARLINGTON, TEXAS**
Passion 2026 is the gathering of a generation, united by one desire: the name and renown of Jesus. From across the country and around the world, 18-25 year olds are coming together, lifting one voice, declaring one name—JESUS. And the invitation is open: **Meet Us Here.**
Younger Generation Church intends to obtain group discount tickets for our young adult students and YG leadership. More details to come. If you are over the age of 25, we encourage you to volunteer as a doorholder for the conference, it is an amazing experience.

PURSUE GOD

I SHALL NOT WANT: THE VALLEY OF DIVINE FREEDOM // JAN 25, 10:15AM [CENTRAL] // @YGCHURCH
Who You Say I Am, Holy Forever, Who Else, Good Plans #WorshipSet #Jan25 10:15AM [Central], https://tinyurl.com/yglivestream #ygchurch #GoodShepherd

Your beauty and love chase after me, every day of my life. I’m back home in the house of God, for the rest of my life.. –Psalm 23:6 [Message]

Psalm 23 offers us a view of GOD’s character from the attributes of a Shepherd. What might we learn about who GOD is and how he cares for us, His sheep? Join Younger Generation Church in their 2025 series, “I Shall Not Want,” Saturdays, 10:15AM [Central]
In Person: 4409 Pleasantview Drive, Arlington, TX 76017-1427
Online: https://tinyurl.com/yglivestream

YG SPEAKER: DEIRDRE RIVERA-MARTIN, BSN, RN
Deirdre Rivera-Martin, BSN, RN, is the founder of Flourish, a training and mentoring initiative empowering and discipling thriving Christ-followers. She offers consulting services in areas such as small group development, creative ministries, hospitality, discipleship, and Bible study. She is a church planter, LIFEgroup coach, and ministry speaker with over three decades of experience in local church leadership. Deirdre and her husband, Allan, tour internationally, teaching about relationships as well as equipping new generations in Christian lifestyle and leadership.

Deirdre is a seasoned Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse with nearly four decades of experience in the field, currently practicing at Cook Children’s Hospital in Fort Worth. Her daughter, Alexandria, is a doctoral candidate with the Loma Linda University CRNA program, residing in Southern California with her husband Kevin Nye, PTA, while Deirdre and Allan continue to reside in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex.

**An Invitation from Heather Thompson Day:**
Sign up now for my free newsletter, and every Friday at 6:00pm [Central], I will personally send you an encouraging note, in hopes you will start looking forward to all week long. Being part of the *Friday Night Light* newsletter community comes with some sweet perks. You'll also get free exclusive access to my video devotional series. It's a journey you won't want to miss, filled with insights, inspiration, and a whole lot of heart. —*Heather*

I SHALL NOT WANT: THOU ANOINTEST MY HEAD WITH OIL // JAN 18, 10:15AM [CENTRAL] // @YGCHURCH
Graves Into Gardens, Living Water, Way Maker, King of My Heart #WorshipSet #Jan18 10:15AM [Central], https://tinyurl.com/yglivestream #ygchurch #GoodShepherd

Your beauty and love chase after me, every day of my life. I’m back home in the house of God, for the rest of my life.. –Psalm 23:6 [Message]

Psalm 23 offers us a view of GOD’s character from the attributes of a Shepherd. What might we learn about who GOD is and how he cares for us, His sheep? Join Younger Generation Church in their 2025 series, “I Shall Not Want,” Saturdays, 10:15AM [Central]
In Person: 4409 Pleasantview Drive, Arlington, TX 76017-1427
Online: https://tinyurl.com/yglivestream

I SHALL NOT WANT: HE LEADETH ME // JAN 11, 10:15AM [CENTRAL] // @YGCHURCH
The Father's House, Champion, Goodness Of God, Same God #WorshipSet #Jan11 10:15AM [Central], https://tinyurl.com/yglivestream #ygchurch #GoodShepherd

Your beauty and love chase after me, every day of my life. I’m back home in the house of God, for the rest of my life.. –Psalm 23:6 [Message]

Psalm 23 offers us a view of GOD’s character from the attributes of a Shepherd. What might we learn about who GOD is and how he cares for us, His sheep? Join Younger Generation Church in their 2025 series, “I Shall Not Want,” Saturdays, 10:15AM [Central]
In Person: 4409 Pleasantview Drive, Arlington, TX 76017-1427
Online: https://tinyurl.com/yglivestream

**WALK WITH THE SHEPHERD: A 14-DAY DEVOTIONAL**
Each day, believers are presented with an invitation: to walk with our Good Shepherd and follow his way. In this 14-day series, Psalm 23 provides our framework for considering just how to walk with Jesus. Each day will include a verse from Psalm 23, and find resonant passages throughout the Bible, full of illustrations and encouragement for following Jesus.

I SHALL NOT WANT: THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD // JAN 4, 10:15AM [CENTRAL] // @YGCHURCH
Goodbye Yesterday, What A Miracle, I Will Exalt You, All Hail King Jesus, I Believe #WorshipSet #Jan4 10:15AM [Central], https://tinyurl.com/yglivestream #ygchurch #GoodShepherd

Your beauty and love chase after me, every day of my life. I’m back home in the house of God, for the rest of my life.. –Psalm 23:6 [Message]

Psalm 23 offers us a view of GOD’s character from the attributes of a Shepherd. What might we learn about who GOD is and how he cares for us, His sheep? Join Younger Generation Church in their 2025 series, “I Shall Not Want,” Saturdays, 10:15AM [Central]
In Person: 4409 Pleasantview Drive, Arlington, TX 76017-1427
Online: https://tinyurl.com/yglivestream

WATCH THE TALKS FROM PASSION 2025
The talks from Passion 2025 Main Sessions on January 2-4 and January 6-8 are now available on Passion Equip! Be encouraged by the incredible messages shared by Christine Caine, Jon Tyson, Levi Lusko, Jackie Hill Perry, Earl McClellan, Jonathan Pokluda, Ben Stuart, Sadie Robertson Huff, Dr. Crawford Loritts, and Louie Giglio.
Our prayer is that these talks would continue to be a tool that equips you to tell the world about Jesus. Head over to passionequip.com or the Passion Conferences YouTube Channel to watch and share them with others!

**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

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!

**GRIEF RECOVERY GROUP // TUESDAYS, 6:30PM // JR HIGH ROOM, YOUTH ANNEX**
Experiencing grief can be a lonely and overwhelming journey. Our church offers grief recovery classes to provide a safe and understanding space for healing. Led by our own Pastor Kevin, these classes offer a supportive environment where you can:
• Share your grief with others who understand.
• Learn valuable coping mechanisms and insights.
• Connect with a community of support.
• Find hope in God’s word for the future.
These classes are open to all who are grieving the loss of a loved one, regardless of when their loss occurred. Classes will be held on Tuesday evenings in the Jr High classroom of the Youth Annex, at 6:30pm for six consecutive weeks. We invite you click the above icon to sign up and join us on this journey of healing.

**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!

*Text “join” to 817-754-4474 to connect with @ygchurch*

INSPIRE HOPE // SHARE GRACE

**BREAKING NEWS**
Soooo I have some news.
I am now accepting bookings for worship leading and speaking.
I can confidently say that my favorite thing to do is worship my King and my daily prayer is to steward the gifts He gave me well. So, after much prayer, I am stepping out in faith this year!
My prayer for the year of 2025 is to keep exalting His name and that my worship may be a conduit to make Him known.
With all of that being said, I’d be honored to worship and serve alongside your church for your next special event! If you feel led to partner together, l’d love to connect
Can’t wait to see the move of God through this ministry! For inquiries and booking details please email: kellanyfreitasbooking@gmail.com
(I am also available for services in spanish & portuguese ) *—Kellany*

**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

**VOLUNTEERS WANTED FOR RESURECTION STORY**
I hope and pray you are having a wonderful start to the New Year. I wanted to take a moment and let you know about an opportunity coming up at Keene Church that we would love for @ygchurch to be a part of.
After a 6 year hiatus, this April we are proudly presenting **Resurrection Story: Hope Rises**, a live-action, walk-through experience of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus. You may remember its predecessor the Resurrection Pageant which we produced for 15 years prior to the pandemic. **Showings will take place on Sabbath April 19 and Sunday April 20**. In this new iteration, we have refreshed the script intending to make the story more personal and immersive, condensed some of the story moving from 2.5 hrs to 1.5 hr walk through, and revamped the footprint of where everything takes place. We are excited to highlight through the story the importance of Sabbath and the importance of the saving work of Jesus and his soon second coming.
**On January 25 at 1 pm, we are hosting an informational and planning potluck and meeting** in the Keene Church Fellowship Hall (114 S. Fairview, Keene). We are looking for any member of the church and community and surrounding churches who is interested in volunteering to attend this meeting and get plugged in where they can be involved. We need over 200 volunteers between cast and crew to pull off this incredible, transformative experience. Roles include acting (speaking and non speaking), food staff, media, costumes, set building, marketplace vendors etc. Click the above icon or scan the QR code if you would like to volunteer.

**SOCAL FIRES: HOW THE ADVENTIST CHURCH IS HELPING AND HOW YOU CAN HELP TOO**
Click the above icon to read the latest NAD NewsPoints update about the Southern California fires and how you can help.

**WE GIVE AS THE WAY WE LIVE**
In community, our generosity is based on GOD’s abundance. He gave in love to us, so we have more than we could ever ask for. This new year, you are invited to live above and beyond the fray. In your generosity, we appreciate your consideration of Younger Generation Church. Discover convenient means to give, including automated contributing, at waystogive.ygchurch.com

GRATITUDE

**THANKS DEE**
Special appreciation to Deirdre Rivera-Martin, BSN, RN, for leaning into YG with insight and inspiration. Your transparency, your wisdom, and your love for Jesus are deeply appreciated.

**SWAU LUNCH & DONUTS**
Most weeks I love to roll by Southwestern Adventist University to say hello to our collegians and faculty friends. I’m grateful for their hospitality and they’re grateful for Big Daddy Donuts. <G>

**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.

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