Amarillo Church Serves on Global Youth Day

AMARILLO, TEX. – Members of the Amarillo Spanish Seventh-day Adventist Church marked Global Youth Day with service across the community, reflecting the theme “Communion in Action.”

The Sabbath began with a worship service highlighting the church’s youth and their involvement in ministry. The program was shortened to allow more time for outreach, as members prepared to serve in multiple locations throughout the city. Participants gathered at a local park and divided into five groups led by youth leaders Isai, Gracie, Sarah and Ronaldo as well as Pastor Julian Escobedo.

The groups first visited a local fire station, where they prayed with firefighters and shared a song titled “Fires” as an expression of appreciation. From there, the groups continued to their assigned service projects.

One group visited Georgia Manor Nursing Home, where youth sang and led residents in a spring-themed craft activity. The activities director expressed appreciation and asked about the possibility of future visits.

Another group served at the Wild West Wildlife Rehab Center, assisting with cleaning and maintenance while learning about the care of rescued animals, including coyotes, bobcats, opossums and hawks. One participant, Josue, was inspired by the experience and signed up to volunteer there.

A third group visited the Amarillo Animal Shelter, where youth and children spent time walking dogs and engaging them in enrichment activities while learning about the shelter’s work in the community.

Members also partnered with Transformation Park, where they worked in the kitchen to prepare 230 burritos for distribution within the shelter and throughout the community. Staff members expressed appreciation for the group’s teamwork and efficiency.

After completing the outreach projects, members of the youth leadership team visited two church members who had been ill, offering prayer, encouragement and music.

We have no doubt that God used Global Youth Day as an opportunity to reveal Himself to our community. In a time when Amarillo has faced many challenges, we felt called to be a light. As a pastor, I firmly believe that not only was our community impacted, but our youth and church family were also deeply blessed through their service, time and dedication.

By Julian Escobedo, Pastor

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