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APRIL 29, 2026 VOL.07 NO.16
YG SUMMER SERIES: THIS IS THE WAY [OF JESUS]
In YG, when we say “Be Jesus,” what does that mean? In our Summer series, This is the Way [of Jesus],we’re going to explore what it would be like to "Be with Jesus,” to “Become like Him,” and “Do as He did.”
Based on the New York Times bestseller, “Practicing the Way,” by John Mark Comer, we will explore the habits and practices that transform our hearts to be more like our Savior.
Use the above QR codes to gain free access to the Bible study guides that accompany our Summer sermon series.
Get ready. Learn the lyrics. Learn the motions.
THIS IS THE WAY [OF JESUS]: PRACTICING THE WAY OF JESUS // SAT 10:15AM // @YGCHURCH
10:15AM [Central], tinyurl.com/yglivestream #ygchurch #JesusIsTheWAY
“I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. --John 14:6 [NIV]
Join Younger Generation Church as they follow the ways of Jesus, in their Summer series, “This is the Way [of Jesus],” Saturdays, 10:15am CDT, tinyurl.com/yglivestream
CLASS OF 2026: WE WANT TO CELEBRATE YOU!
If you are graduating from university, college, trade/vocational or high school please fill out our graduate registry so we can prepare a special gift for you to pick up at YG Church!
NEXT BAPTISM CELEBRATION IS MAY 9 // YOUNGER GENERATION CHURCH
If you would like to join our next baptism celebration, click the above icon to let Pastor Allan know.
EMT INTERN SEEKING SUMMER LODGING
My name is Michael Hughes from the West Bend Seventh-day Adventist Church in Wisconsin. I'm currently looking for a place to lodge while I intern with the Dallas Fire Department from May 3rd to June 9th. I will be pretty busy during this time, so you will not see me a lot, but I am a good cook and can play piano and guitar when I am around. I'm also very willing to pay a rent if you want! My email address is moch212@gmail.com Thank you and God bless!
EXPERIENCE COMMUNITY
FOUNDATIONS // SAT, 10:15AM // ROOM 6
Join us Sabbath mornings at 10:15 a.m. in Room 6 for a new pastor-led Sabbath School class centered on Scripture, spiritual growth, and meaningful community. Foundations is a welcoming space for visitors, new members, and anyone seeking to deepen their faith, ask questions, and grow together as disciples of Jesus.
UNCOVERED // SAT 11:30AM // ROOM 6
Do you have questions about the Bible or what God tells us? Join us as we uncover the answers to our personal curiosities within God's Word! All are welcome to YG’s LIFEgroup called "Uncovered" held Saturdays, 11:30am in Room 6. Scan the QR code above to anonymously submit questions to “Uncovered.”
SEEKING OUR COLLEGE & UNIVERSITY STUDENTS
YG is looking to connect with all our students in college, university, and trade school. We want to pray for you, cheer you on. Click the above icon to share with us your contact info.
If you are a parent, grandparent or relative of a student, we could use your help to connect with your collegian, trade school or grad student. tinyurl.com/YG2025students
BECOMING YG [BYG] // SAT 11:30AM // ROOM 5
Are you interested in learning more about Younger Generation Church, its mission and culture? Wonder what it means to #BeYG? You're invited to our LIFEgroup called "Becoming YG" which meets Saturday mornings, 11:30am in Room 5.
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!
PRAYER MEETING // WEDS, 6:30PM // ARLINGTON ADVENTIST CHURCH
FORMED BY THE WORD, SHAPED THROUGH PRAYER Join us for a midweek gathering where we return to the Sabbath sermon, reflect on Scripture together, and respond in guided prayer. This is a pastor-led space for teaching, listening, and praying as a community—no prior experience required.
Wednesday evenings at 6:30 pm, in the sanctuary.
“Let the word of Christ richly dwell within you..." —Colossians 3:16
ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP AT UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS ARLINGTON
Click the above icon to find out more about your ACF Chapter at UTA!
INSPIRE HOPE // SHARE GRACE
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:
EVER WONDER ABOUT GOD, RELIGION, LIFESTYLE, FAITH, CHURCH, RELATIONSHIPS
Any of these, and were not quite sure where to ask your question? Maybe you would ask if it were safe, or if you could do so anonymously. Click the above icon or scan the QR code to submit your question, and we’ll add it to the pool of questions to be explored in Uncovered.
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
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!
PURSUE GOD
DISCIPLESHIP COLLECTION // RIGHTNOW MEDIA LIBRARY
Click the above icon to access Pastor Allan’s recommended RightNow Media study resources for discipleship.
RISE UP: UP RISING // SAT 10:15AM // @YGCHURCH
Never Lost, The Lord Will Provide, Hosanna, I Believe #WorshipSet #Apr25 10:15AM [Central], tinyurl.com/yglivestream #ygchurch #YGrising
We were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life. For if we have been united with him in a death like his, we will certainly also be united with him in a resurrection like his. –Romans 6:4-5 [NIV]
We rise with Him. Join Younger Generation Church in their Easter series, “RISE UP,” Saturdays, 10:15am CDT, tinyurl.com/yglivestream
RISE UP: RISE ABOVE // SAT 10:15AM // @YGCHURCH
Alleluia, One More Day, Holy Forever, Make Room #WorshipSet #Apr18 10:15AM [Central], tinyurl.com/yglivestream #ygchurch #YGrising
We were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life. For if we have been united with him in a death like his, we will certainly also be united with him in a resurrection like his. –Romans 6:4-5 [NIV]
We rise with Him. Join Younger Generation Church in their Easter series, “RISE UP,” Saturdays, 10:15am CDT, tinyurl.com/yglivestream
RISE UP: RISE TO THE OCCASION // SAT 10:15AM // @YGCHURCH
The Joy, Who You Say I Am, Cornerstone, Same God #WorshipSet #Apr11 10:15AM [Central], tinyurl.com/yglivestream #ygchurch #YGrising
We were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life. For if we have been united with him in a death like his, we will certainly also be united with him in a resurrection like his. –Romans 6:4-5 [NIV]
We rise with Him. Join Younger Generation Church in their Easter series, “RISE UP,” Saturdays, 10:15am CDT, tinyurl.com/yglivestream
RISE UP: RISE UP O’ SLEEPER AWAKE // SAT 10:15AM // @YGCHURCH
I Thank God, Glorious Day, So Be It, Grace To Grace #WorshipSet #Apr4 10:15AM [Central], tinyurl.com/yglivestream #ygchurch #YGrising
We were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life. For if we have been united with him in a death like his, we will certainly also be united with him in a resurrection like his. –Romans 6:4-5 [NIV]
We rise with Him. Join Younger Generation Church in their Easter series, “RISE UP,” Saturdays, 10:15am CDT, tinyurl.com/yglivestream
YOUR SUBSCRIPTION PAID FOR TO ACCESS 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 Louie Giglio, Jennie Allen, Ben Stuart, Sadie Robertson-Huff, John Mark Comer, 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 thousands of safe, entertaining videos. Click the above icon or click here to gain access to our digital library!
COMING EVENTS
QUIET HOUR MISSION TRIP // JUN 15-29 // MAUN, BOTSWANA
You are invited to join a mission to Botswana and see how God can work through you and other young adults to share His saving grace. Day assignments include helping at health clinics and visiting in the various neighborhoods along with the gospel workers who have started Bible studies in advance of our meetings. In the evenings, we will present a sermon series and a children's program. It is always rewarding to see the people we first meet at a clinic come to the nightly meetings and perhaps make a life-altering decision for Christ.
Located along the Thamalakane River, Maun has grown rapidly from a rural cattle ranching town into the second-largest village in Botswana. Among the modern stores and safari operations, you will see local entrepreneurs selling from carts along with wild donkeys and goats that roam freely on the streets. Visit the QHM website for more information: qhministries.org
ADVENTIST YOUNG PROFESSIONALS CONVENTION // AUG 20-23 // AUSTIN, TEXAS
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!
GATHER CONFERENCE // SEP 11-12, 2026 // ARLINGTON ADVENTIST CHURCH
Gather is a Christian women’s conference rooted in God’s Word and centered on authentic community and spiritual transformation. It’s a space to worship, grow, be encouraged, and step deeper into your relationship with Christ.
To the woman who wants more. More depth, more truth, more connection. Highschool and up, every generation is welcome in the room. We can’t wait to gather again🤍
Click the above icon to register.
PASSION CONFERENCE // DEC 29-31, 2026 // GLOBE LIFE FIELD, ARLINGTON, TEXAS
Younger Generation Church returns to Passion Conference and has a limited number of group discounted tickets. All 18-25 year old YGers are invited to sign up. To secure your ticket:
(1) Click the above icon to sign up,
(2) Donate $96 to give.ygchurch.com,
(3) Send a copy of your receipt to amartin@arlingtonadventist.com then await confirmation by email.
DIGITAL RESOURCES
YOUNGER GENERATION CHURCH ON YOUTUBE
Click the above icon for Younger Generation Church on YouTube
OUR BEST DAYS ARE AHEAD
The YG Transformation Team is beginning the process of vision casting for YG’s future. Click the above icon to read the first chapter from “Future-Focused Church.” If you have further interest, ask Pastor Allan for a hard copy of the book.
Click the above icon for your free subscription.
GODENCOUNTERS VIDEO VAULT
Enjoy sermons and sessions from many of the GODencounters Conferences and gatherings held over the years. Our Vimeo showcase gives you access to great inspiration and moments from this annual Sabbath celebration. Click the above icon to go to the showcase.
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.
DEFINING DOOR HOLDER
We use the term “Door Holder” instead of the word “volunteer.” The term is borrowed from Psalm 84:10, which speaks of being a doorkeeper in the house of God:
“Better is one day in your courts than a thousand elsewhere;
I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God
than dwell in the tents of the wicked.” —Psalm 84:10
Door Holders at Younger Generation Church have been on the inside and have experienced God’s glory, and therefore consider it a privilege to stand on the outside and hold the doors for others to come in and experience Jesus. In fact, they would rather hold the door than be anywhere else because their heartbeat has shifted away from themselves and is set on preparing the way for others to have a powerful experience with Jesus.
At Younger Generation Church, all faithful contributors are considered Door Holders — not just those who literally hold physical doors! From those who are serving in the background, to those who provide consistent financial support, to those serving from the stage, we all share the same heartbeat to open the door for others to experience Jesus.
HOLDING THE DOOR OPEN IS HOW WE WORSHIP
At the core of being a Door Holder is faith in the One we are serving that shifts the focus off of us. It’s not really about our comfort, our experience, or even us getting any recognition or acknowledgement. No task is too small, and no ask is too big. As Door Holders, we place others’ needs and experiences above our own because we believe that God can use us as His instruments as we see others encounter Him. We are wired to worship Jesus, and serving others, especially next generations, is in our DNA.
GRATITUDE
Congratulations to Elder Nick Livingston on being awarded the Moral Courage Foundation Scholarship!
CELEBRATING OUR PASTORAL INTERNS AND RESIDENT
As Pastors Maxwell Gucake, Ruben Najera, April Snyder complete their ministry practicum with us, we just had to celebrate their accomplishments! They have been such a blessing to us. No matter where GOD sends you, remember to always. . . #BeJesus #BeYG
YG DOORHOLDER APPRECIATION LUNCHEON
Deep appreciation for all those who are “being Jesus” by serving, supporting, and investing in Younger Generation Church. It was wonderful to come together for lunch last Sabbath, and especially acknowledge Pastor April, Maxwell, and Ruben for their service to us during their YG ministry practicum. Thank you to all Angie and all those who pitched in to make the appreciation luncheon such a great time!
YG CARE PACKAGES DISTRIBUTED AND DELIVERED
Thanks to all our church leaders, Burton Adventist Academy, and YG elders who helped put together YG Care Packages. They have been shipped to campuses all across the nation and shared with our SWAU students. Thank you for being Jesus, being YG!
Click the above icon to review the ministry activity of Younger Generation Church to start 2026.
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