SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 VOL.6 NO.39
INTERNATIONAL DAY 2025 // OCT 4 // ARLINGTON SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH
Join us for a vibrant day celebrating our stories through culture, prayer, and testimony. Festivities begin 10:15AM at Younger Generation Church! Click the above icon for all the details.
INTERNATIONAL FOOD FESTIVAL // SABBATH 1:00PM // FELLOWSHIP HALL
Savor cuisine from around the world while connecting with friends old and new. Each guest will receive free lunch tickets (1 ticket = 1 dish). After filling your plate, grab cutlery and enjoy outdoor seating under tents. International beverages will be available outside.
VERSES AND VOICES // OCT 4, 7-9:00PM // BREAD & BETTER LIFE CAFE, FT. WORTH
Get ready for a night of creativity and connection on October 4, 2025 at Bread & Better Life Café for VERSES AND VOICES from 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm! We will come together through words that inspire, empower, and uplift. Expect bold voices, fresh perspectives, and positive ----. Whether you’re performing or just soaking it all in, this is more than an open mic—it’s a celebration of hope, connection, and community. Don’t just hear poetry—experience it. Seating is limited, so grab your spot now! Want to perform? Email poetjustay@gmail.com
Hot drinks, cold smoothies and delicious sweet & savory pastries will be available for purchase after 7:30 pm.
DON’T GIVE THE ENEMY A SEAT AT YOUR TABLE // BEGINS OCT 07 // ONLINE BIBLE STUDY
In this Online Bible Study, bestselling author and pastor Louie Giglio unpacks Psalm 23 to offer insight into how to overcome the enemy's lies and find peace and spiritual security in any circumstance or situation. This study will help you recognize the battle for your mind and equip you to guard your seat at God's table. Over six powerful weeks, you'll gain practical, biblical tools to:
• Cancel the lies that will wreck your life and take the empowering steps to live fully alive in Christ.
• Restore peace and rest in your life by taking authority over your thoughts.
• Break free from the endless cycle of destructive thinking and recapture your emotions.
• Embrace the true purpose behind your journey through challenging circumstances.
Join thousands of others in this 6-week online journey and discover how to take back your seat and live with renewed peace and purpose. Click the above icon to sign up free.
IT’S NOT ABOUT YOU: FREE OF ME IN A SELF-ABSORBED WORLD
October 11 we resume our YG’s Fall sermon series, It’s Not About You, based on the book Free of Me, by Sharon Hodde Miller. You can utilize the RightNow Media resource as a personal Bible study or LIFEgroup guide.
ARISE INTENSIVE HOUSTON // NOV 7-9 // HOUSTON CENTRAL SDA CHURCH
Registration is soon to close. Special discount registration rate for youth and young adults. If you need lodging help contact Jasmin Rodriguez. Click the above icon to register.
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.
volunteers are vIPS
Serving as a volunteer is a great way to get involved and meet new people. We encourage every YGer to find some way to participate in our church. Volunteering is a great way to #BeJesus #BeYG
Here are a several service opportunities to consider:
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! Click the above icon to find out more.
GOT YOUR OWN IDEAS? PITCH IT TO YG SHARK TANK!
At YG we love to support your ideas to #BeJesus #BeYG! Click the above icon to find out more about YG’s Shark Tank and complete a proposal online!
COMING EVENTS
SHINDIG 2025 // OCT 18, 7:00-9:30PM // ARLINGTON SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH
Join us for our annual Texas-size party. Bring bring friends and family. Boots not required, but be sure bring an appetite for fun and food. Click the above icon for a blast from the past…
REGISTRATION OPEN FOR THANKSGIVING DINNER PARTY // NOV 15 // FELLOWSHIP HALL
We are excited to invite you to our Thanksgiving Dinner Party at the Arlington Church on November 15, 2025, at 1:00 PM! This special event is a wonderful opportunity to come together, celebrate gratitude, and enjoy a delicious meal with our church community.
Registration Details:
• Registration is required to participate.
• Space is limited, so be sure to secure your spot early!
• Registration will close on October 31, 2025, or once all spaces are filled.
To register, simply click the icon above or scan the QR Code.
We are also looking for volunteers to help make this event a success. If you would like to lend a hand, please indicate your interest during registration. We look forward to celebrating Thanksgiving with you and your family!
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.
ACT NOW TO GET THE BEST PRICE!
Next year’s AYP Convention promises to be great, so don’t delay to get your best price on the convention registration. Click the icon above!
PURSUE GOD
IT’S NOT ABOUT YOU: WHEN YOU MAKE FAMILY ABOUT YOU // SAT, 10:15AM [Central] // @YGCHURCH
I Thank God, I Know A Name, Made For More, Bless God #WorshipSet #Sep27 10:15AM [Central], tinyurl.com/yglivestream #ygchurch #FreeOfMe
“The Son was there before anything was made; And all things continue because of him.” —Colossians 1:17 [ERV]
Join Younger Generation Church in their Fall series, It’s Not About You: Free of Me in a Self-absorbed World. Saturdays, 10:15AM [Central], tinyurl.com/yglivestream
YG SPEAKER: Bradley Colvin, M.Ed.
I’m Bradley Colvin, on faculty with Burton Adventist Academy, teaching High School English and History. I’m currently in my 11th year of teaching, helping students explore literature through an Adventist lens. At home, I’m happily outnumbered by my wonderful wife, Kortney, and energetic daughter, Olivia.
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!
IT’S NOT ABOUT YOU: THREE MYTHS OF SELF FOCUS // SAT, 10:15AM [Central] // @YGCHURCH
Yes I Will, Made For More, Do It Again, I Believe #WorshipSet #Sep6 10:15AM [Central], tinyurl.com/yglivestream #ygchurch #FreeOfMe
“The Son was there before anything was made; And all things continue because of him.” —Colossians 1:17 [ERV]
Join Younger Generation Church in their Fall series, It’s Not About You: Free of Me in a Self-absorbed World. Saturdays, 10:15AM [Central], tinyurl.com/yglivestream
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
ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP AT UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS ARLINGTON
Click the above icon to find out more about your ACF Chapter at UTA!
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!
UG STUDIES // SAT, 10:15AM // REVIVE COMMUNITY CENTER
If you’re a high schooler looking for a small student led Bible-study group, we invite you to join us as we dive into Gods Word every Sabbath. Through deep discussions, engaging questions, and Scripture readings, we aim to not only make connections with one another, but to learn about the Bible and apply its teaching in our lives!
Click the above icon for your free subscription.
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
ADVENTHEALTH LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS
AdventHealth is pleased to announce that applications to our Leadership Internship and Leadership Residency Programs are now open!
The AdventHealth Leadership Internship is an 11-week internship experience that will help interns learn about the exciting careers available in healthcare. The program allows interns to collaborate with various departments and teams, giving them a clearer understanding of their career interests post-graduation. Through our program, interns can gain meaningful insight into AdventHealth’s leadership operations as they work side-by-side with our leaders, observe organizational dynamics, participate in meetings and complete project assignments. The AdventHealth Leadership Internship is designed for college Juniors and Seniors who are interested in a dynamic career in healthcare.
Click the above icon to learn more.
GRATITUDE
EVERY GENERATION EMPOWERED FOR SERVICE
At Younger Generation Church we believe we are blessed when all ages are engaged in the worship of and service to Christ Jesus.
We love it when we are growing together, all generations doing life together, including ministering in the context of the local church.
Our youth praise team not only blessing us during Younger Generation Church but also leads the congregation during the Mosaic Worship for Arlington Seventh-day Adventist Church, our main intergenerational worship experience for our church family.
A future-focused church sets it trajectory not only by what it plans to do tomorrow, but also by their intentional actions in the present. And if these youth and young adults are any indication, the future is bright. #BeJesus #BeYG
2025-26 PASTORAL INTERNS & RESIDENT
What a delight last Sabbath to introduce Pastors Ruben, Maxwell, and Yanira as well as their families to our church! When you see them please welcome and get to know them!
SWAU PASTORAL INTERN: MAXWELL GUCAKE
Pastor Maxwell Gucake is from the Fiji Islands. He is California born, but raised in the beautiful islands of Fiji. He is happily married to his lovely wife Dianne and they have two children. Jericho his son and Zamora his daughter. He served in the United States Army for close to 10 years. Now he is currently a student at Southwestern University studying Theology to join the Army of the Lord. God has been consistently working in their lives as he and his family have been involved within ministry.
SWAU PASTORAL INTERN: RUBEN NAJERA
My name is Ruben Najera, I was raised in California but came to Texas as fast as I could. I am happily married and have 4 wonderful kids. I have a huge passion for ministry, especially working with the youth. I am a student at Southwestern University currently working on my last year of theological studies. My goal in ministry is to show the love of Jesus with everyone I encounter.
SDATS PASTORAL RESIDENT: YANIRA MARES
My name is Yanira Mares. I have been married to my high school sweetheart for 25 years and am a proud mother of four and grandmother to one grandson. After many years of sensing God’s call, I fully surrendered to His leading and embraced the path of pastoral ministry. I am currently pursuing my Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry at Andrews University and am encouraged by the faith and leadership of women like Deborah, who remind me that God equips those He calls.
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