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AYP Mission Trip

August 31 @ 10:00 am - September 4 @ 12:00 pm PDT

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Put the inspiration of the AYP Convention into action by joining us in southern California for our first AYP mission trip!

During our 5 days together, we’ll restore the Los Angeles County based Temple City SDA Church –  beautifying the interiors and exteriors of the diverse and intergenerational church. We will also support the Sabbath worship service and participate in outreach efforts to the local community.

Beyond making a missional impact in Los Angeles, you’ll have the opportunity to experience the sights of SoCal alongside new friends from across North America! We’ll take you to the ocean and explore some of LA’s top sites!

Registration Fees/Information:

Registration is $200 (discounted 25% to $150 for ticket holders to the 2023 AYP Convention).*

Your registration fee covers all activities, transportation during the event, an event shirt, 4 nights of lodging (at the church), and 13 meals –  Thursday (L/D), Friday (B/L/D),  Sabbath (B/L/D), Sunday (B/L/D), and Monday (B/L).

Please note that this event is organized by Build and Restore International and your application/payment will be made to them. Ready to sign up? Be sure to complete both steps below:

1) Register (Select “AYP 2023”)
2) Pay Registration Fee

*If you would like your registration discounted to $150, please email your convention ticket number to president@AYP.me. You will then be sent an alternate payment link

Trip Schedule:

Thursday:

  • Travel & Arrival
  • Restoration projects at Temple City SDA

Friday:

  • Restoration projects at Temple City SDA
  • Community Outreach
  • Friday evening vespers

Sabbath:

  • Worship with Temple City SDA Church
  • Sabbath afternoon outing

Sunday:

  • Restoration projects at Temple City SDA
  • Sunday afternoon sightseeing

Monday:

  • Project wrap up, clean up, and pack out
  • Sightseeing on your own
  • Travel home

Get more information about the event schedule as well as a packing list.

Questions & Contact:

Email questions to Xiomara Perdomo, Assistant to the President for Mission.

Details

Start:
August 31 @ 10:00 am PDT
End:
September 4 @ 12:00 pm PDT

Location

Los Angeles, California

Hosts

AYP Phoenix
AYP Anchorage
AYP Dallas
AYP Minneapolis
AYP New Orleans
AYP New York City
AYP Orlando
AYP Salt Lake City
AYP San Antonio
AYP San Francisco
AYP Santa Cruz
AYP Austin
Adventist Entrepreneurs
Adventist Music Professionals
Come, Let Us Reason
AYP Cincinnati
Prayer Room
Who Am I?
Conectando y Construyendo Juntos
Relationships: I’m Looking for Something Real
Adventist Public Health Professionals
AYP Houston
Life’s Big Questions
AYP Denver
AYP Washington DC
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Keynote Speaker

Benjamin Lundquist, host of Rise & Lead, will headline 2023 AYP Convention.

Benjamin Lundquist is a top motivational speaker and one the leading voices for leadership development and empowerment. He is passionate about helping students and professionals see their worth and value, see themselves as a leader, and see their potential to change the world. The message he shares is motivating, relatable, and highly practical. Audiences are challenged to take extreme ownership of the unique gifts and opportunities they have. He is an international speaker and host of Rise and Lead Podcast which has been downloaded in over 110 countries providing aspiring and experienced leaders of all ages with world-class content and conversation. He frequently speaks at corporate and faith events, universities, and high schools.

Identity in Christ | Breakout Track

April is currently an associate pastor for discipleship at Keene SDA church. She is enrolled in a dual graduate program for Public Health and MDIV chaplaincy. She enjoys working with different ministries that highlight service, hospitality, and life enrichment. 

Her hobbies include traveling, reading, music, and extreme sports. An introvert at heart, she enjoys moments with close friends and in the quiet. Her and her husband, Blake Snyder reside in Burleson, Texas.

Purpose & Calling | Breakout Track

Ann Roda likes to describe her life as one long adventure with God. She began her career as a
a registered nurse in OB then transitioned into healthcare administration. Then, God unexpectedly redirected her path to the Adventist Theological Seminary, for an MDiv, and into pastoral ministry. She spent 15 years as a church pastor in Marietta, Georgia and Fulton, Maryland. Six years ago, God had another adventure for Ann, and called her back into the health care ministry, serving with Adventist HealthCare as Vice President for Mission and Spiritual Care. 

This position is the perfect combination of both pastoral ministry and health care. Ann is married to Jose Hernandez, a licensed professional counselor. Ann and her husband enjoy hiking, biking, and traveling.

Relationships | Breakout Track

Stephen and Felecia Lee are partners in the mission. They share a mutual passion for young adult ministries and using their talents to share the Gospel online and through speaking engagements. Stephen helps individuals and businesses function more efficiently through time management and productivity techniques. Felecia is a full-time homemaker and also the founder of the New Wives Club. 

In addition to this, she runs a program teaching women of color how to learn principles of faith through natural hair care. They live in New Hampshire and speak in different places on topics related to singleness, courtship, communication, evangelism, and faith.

Spiritual Health | Breakout Track

Shawn is passionate about generations coming together! She grew up in a four-generation family business and knows, from first-hand experience, that when people of all ages work together, everyone wins!

She has a B.S. in marketing from the University of Nebraska and is an award-winning sales and marketing professional. Her professional certifications include being a member of the John Maxwell Team and DISC Behavioral Consultant. Recently she published her first book “Strategies for Generational Inclusion at Work.”

Communities | Breakout Track

Michael Gibson currently serves as the Lead Pastor at the Keene SDA Church where he most previously served for four years as Pastor for Young Adults and lead Elevate, a growing and thriving young adult community in Keene. Michael is married to Melissa and they both enjoy the outdoors, long walks, and traveling to new, unexplored places. 

Most days, when he’s not teaching, preaching or studying, you’ll find him playing disc golf or working on home renovations with Melissa. They recently welcomed their son, Micah Eden, into the world last October and ever since, life has taken on a whole new meaning. Above all, Michael and Melissa have a passion for discipleship and telling others about the incredible God they serve. For them, the gospel boils down to loving God and loving people.