APRIL 15, 2025 VOL.6 NO.15
DO YOU HAVE A HEART FOR ADVENTURE?
YOUNG ADULT LIFE FAIR // APR 19, SAT 9:00AM-2:00PM // ARLINGTON SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH LOBBY
Got a passion for mission? Looking to serve with your life? Come to the Young Adult LIFE Fair and find all types of missionary, social justice, community service opportunities both long term and short term. Enjoy free food, door prizes, and meet other mission-minded young adults. Hope to see you there!
See the world. Experience God. Fulfill your mission.
Office of Volunteer Ministries, North American Division of Seventh-day Adventists
Our mission: To connect North American volunteers to mission opportunities that effectively meet the needs of people and communities across North America and around the world.
Inspired by Jesus' Gospel commission in Matthew 28:19, our vision is to promote and facilitate volunteer service as a way to reach North America and the world with the distinctive, Christ-centered, Seventh-day Adventist message of hope and wholeness.
HeSaidGo.org is the website and platform used by the North American Division Office of Volunteer Ministries to promote and process long-term volunteer service opportunities and volunteer applications within our division and around the world. It is also a place to pre-register your short-term mission trips to access the support and resources of the North American Division in case of crisis or emergency.
Follow us on social media. Facebook & Instagram (@NADVolunteers)
PASSION WEEK: HOSANNA
And a very great multitude spread their clothes on the road; others cut down branches from the trees and spread them on the road. 9 Then the multitudes who went before and those who followed cried out, saying:
“Hosanna to the Son of David!
‘Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!’
Hosanna in the highest!”
And when He had come into Jerusalem, all the city was moved, saying, “Who is this?”
So the multitudes said, “This is Jesus, the prophet from Nazareth of Galilee.”
—Matthew 21:8-11 [NKJV]
TENEBRAE // APR 18, 7:00PM // ARLINGTON SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH
We invite you to a special Tenebrae Service on Friday, April 18, a solemn and reflective time to remember Christ’s sacrifice. Through Scripture, music, and the extinguishing of light, we will walk with Jesus to the cross, embracing the depth of His love for us.
Let us gather in reverence, allowing the shadows of the cross to deepen our longing for the light of Easter morning.
“The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” – John 1:5
We look forward to worshiping with you.
ARLINGTON EASTER PROGRAM // APR 19, 9:00 & 11:30AM // ARLINGTON ADVENTIST CHURCH
Come and experience the power of victory and love! On April 19, we gather to celebrate the greatest gift ever given—Jesus won it all for YOU! No matter where you’ve been or what you’ve faced, His victory is your victory. This isn’t just another Easter service—it’s a celebration of the life, hope, and freedom won just for you!
📅 Date: April 19
📍 Location: Arlington Church
⏰ Time: Legacy Service (9am), Mosaic Service (11:30am)
ACTIVATE: THE GREAT COMMISSION // SAT, 10:15AM [Central] // @YGCHURCH
For The Cross, Final Word, The Wonderful Blood #WorshipSet #Apr19 10:15AM [Central], tinyurl.com/yglivestream #ygchurch #BeJesus #BeYG #Activate
But whoever catches a glimpse of the revealed counsel of God—the free life!—even out of the corner of his eye, and sticks with it, is no distracted scatterbrain but a man or woman of action. That person will find delight and affirmation in the action. –James 1:25 [Message]
What might happen if we put our faith into action? How would we be different? What would change? Join Younger Generation Church in their series, Activate: The Church in Action, Saturdays, 10:15AM [Central], tinyurl.com/yglivestream
YG SPEAKER: PASTOR LEAH JORDACHE
Leah Jordache has served as a pastor, leader, educator, and mentor in the Adventist community for over 25 years. As a life-long learner, Leah is passionate about fostering authentic connections with God and helping others discover their purpose and calling. Her mission is to inspire people to become centers of influence for God's Kingdom in their communities and in the world. With the NAD Office Of Volunteer Ministries, Leah looks forward to helping create meaningful service opportunities that are both meeting the greatest needs within communities while ensuring that volunteers find a deep sense of purpose and calling in their work.
NOTICE: NO PYG & PARTY IS IN THE LOBBY
Supporting the Young Adult LIFE Fair, please know there will be no PYG Chat Group today, and 10-Minute Party has moved into the church lobby and will be held from 9:00AM - 2:00PM. ;)
QUESTIONS AND CONVERSATIONS // APR 19, 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.
PROCTOR FAMILY MEAL TRAIN WITH A TWIST
Please prepare a meal that is sealed and ready to be stored in the freezer at Hayley & Aaron's house. These meals will help keep the family fed well with minimal work on while caring and enjoying their new roommate. Meals can be thawed and cooked/placed in a crockpot when ready to be used. Also, please remember that the Proctors tend to enjoy meals on the healthier side that are gluten-free! Meal ideas can be found here if needed: https://docs.google.com/document/d/18M3zp-2fLBL7W8Fy6fWgNDpBIZsFHCDwyunzw1_z3pg/edit?usp=sharing
When signing up, please indicate which meal you'll be preparing so that we don't have too many doubled recipes! Click the above icon to join the Meal Train.
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.
COMING EVENTS
FRIDAY VESPERS // APR 25, 7:00PM // 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.
SOCCER TOURNAMENT // APR 27, 9:30AM // BURTON ADVENTIST ACADEMY
You guys had fun with volleyball but now it’s time for soccer!! Join us for an exciting Soccer Tournament on Sunday, April 27 at 9:30 AM at Burton Adventist Academy, located at 4611 Kelly Elliott Rd, Arlington, TX 76017! Open to players in 8th grade and up, this event promises fun, and competition.
Tournament Details:
• Teams must have 7–10 players (no more than 10).
• Two girls must be on the field at all times.
• All team members must wear the same color.
• $100 per team to register, and $3 per person for fan admission.
To register, scan the QR code on the poster and send in your team captain’s name, team name, and number of players.
Don’t miss out—Register Now and support the senior class!
DWELL WORSHIP RETURNS // SAVE THE DATE: MAY 10, 7:00PM // UNDERGROUND
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
ACTIVATE: THE GREAT COMMANDMENT // SAT, 10:15AM [Central] // @YGCHURCH Resurrecting, The Blood, Because Of Jesus #WorshipSet #Apr12 10:15AM [Central], tinyurl.com/yglivestream #ygchurch #BeJesus #BeYG #Activate
But whoever catches a glimpse of the revealed counsel of God—the free life!—even out of the corner of his eye, and sticks with it, is no distracted scatterbrain but a man or woman of action. That person will find delight and affirmation in the action. –James 1:25 [Message]
What might happen if we put our faith into action? How would we be different? What would change? Join Younger Generation Church in their series, Activate: The Church in Action, Saturdays, 10:15AM [Central], tinyurl.com/yglivestream
THE GOOD SHEPHERD: THE MODEL SHEPHERD // APR 05, SAT 10:15AM // @YGCHURCH
Death Was Arrested, Reckless Love, I Speak Jesus, Thank You Jesus For The Blood #WorshipSet #Apr5 10:15AM [Central], https://tinyurl.com/yglivestream #ygchurch #theGoodShepherd
The Good Shepherd: Caring for People Even When It’s Difficult
In John 10, Jesus famously called himself the Good Shepherd, inviting us into a life of flourishing when we follow him. But what makes a shepherd good, and how can we recognize true spiritual leaders in our midst? In the sequel to GODencounters, Younger Generation Church is collaborating with Burton Adventist Academy to present their Spring sermon series, featuring BAA students leaders and young adults from YG. Based on Dr. Heather Thompson Day's Bible study by the same name, all will be encouraged to give deep consideration to the Gospel of John in this 7-part series. https://app.rightnowmedia.org/en/content/details/860447
Join your worship with ours, Saturday mornings 10:15AM at Arlington Seventh-day Adventist Church, 4409 Pleasantview Drive, Arlington, TX 76017-1427.
YG SPEAKER: ETHAN FRANCIS
Ethan Francis is a freshman at Burton Adventist Academy who loves lots of things: Sports, music, family and friends, but mostly, and ultimately GOD. He was raised at YG and serves there as an Elder in Training. Ethan shares, “I love my relationship with Christ, and I look forward to the good things He’ll do through me in the future.” Click the above icon to find Ethan’s devotionals on Instagram.
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
YOUNG WOMEN’S LIFEGROUP: JOHN-BELIEVE I AM // BIWEEKLY, SAT 2PM // SELECT HOMES
The Young Women’s Lifegroup (ages 18-35) is here! Join us every other Saturday at 2 PM after church for community, Bible study, fun activities, and tasty snacks. We’ll be exploring the Gospel of John and growing together in faith during our sabbath meetings. Contact Taye (tayeoa993@gmail.com) for more details and the location. We hope to see you soon!
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!
ACF AT UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS ARLINGTON
Adventist Christian Fellowship - UTA is a student led campus ministry who seeks to meet the diverse needs of the University of Texas at Arlington community. Looking to connect with all UTA students. Please contact Adrian Tufino to learn more.
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
BE A DOORHOLDER AT PASSION 2026
The Door Holder application for Passion 2026 is now open, and if you are 25 years or over we invite you to join us at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, on January 1-3, 2026! Invite your friends, family, neighbors, and church community to apply with you; there's no better way to start a new year than serving together and lifting up the name of Jesus. We don’t want you to miss out on these special days, so we encourage you to submit your Door Holder application today!
GRATITUDE
YG WORSHIP RESIDENT: REBECA LIMA
We are delighted to have Rebeca Lima join our YG Internship/Residency Program as our Summer Worship Resident.
Born in Hackensack, New Jersey and raised in Dallas, Texas, Rebeca Lima is a fourth-year vocal performance major and history minor at Southwestern Adventist University; She currently serves as a music minister in Cleburne, Texas, and aspires to be both a professional vocalist and conductor. When she isn’t studying or practicing, Rebeca enjoys spending quality time with friends, learning new moves in aerial silks, and experiencing new cuisines.
YWAM Missionary, Zuzu Masina, shares his latest update. So much to be grateful for.
Congratulations Dr. Tom Grove on your recent appointment!
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