International speaker, David Asscherick, shared a powerful opening message on the importance of unplugging and resting. \u201cWe are collectively losing the ability to rest,\u201d Asscherick warned. Yet, resting and periods of intentional boredom are \u201cpositively correlated with creativity, generosity and purpose.\u201d To rest in God, \u201cwe need to know that he is good and can be trusted,\u201d Asscherick assured. In further presentations Asscherick will also explore how to \u201cplug in to serve\u201d, \u201cto share\u201d and \u201cto live.\u201d Morning devotionals will be led by Daniel Bosqued, Sagunto Adventist College president, who will share insights from the Gospel of John.<\/p>\n Judging by the opening programme, the music of this congress will be unforgettable! The band, led by Niklas Rantanen, a young Finish professional, aims to provide a \u201cvariety of styles and genres\u201d to engage a young and diverse audience eager to sing along. The theme song \u00a0Source of Life<\/em> \u00a0is a beautiful piece, which inspires youth to not only love God, but serve others.<\/p>\n Planning the Congress <\/strong><\/p>\n AYC takes place every four years. However, it was postponed in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. \u201cWe thought we may have to postpone it again, due to the conflict in Europe,\u201d said Dejan Stojkovic, TED Youth director. \u201cTo be here is nothing short of a miracle, we are grateful to all who made it possible, especially the volunteers.\u201d<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/ted.adventist.org\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/image-5.jpg\")
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