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Global Trellis: The Podcast

Amy Young & Bernie Anderson

Where we explore all that goes into being a person with a tended soul and an expanding skill set serving the Great Commission.

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00:43:16

When the Story Changes: Grief, Abuse, and the Courage...

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2026/04/07

In this episode, Sarah Labriel shares her powerful journey as a cross-cultural worker through joy, sudden loss, widowhood with two young children, and eventually a second marriage marked by hidden emotional and spiritual abuse. She describes how she came to recognize covert narcissism, set healthy boundaries, and pursue truth and healing. Along the way, we explore how global workers can discern unhealthy patterns, bring hidden pain into the light, and honor the image-bearers in their homes and

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00:37:55

Don’t Just Tell Your Birth Story: Why Cross-Cultural...

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2026/03/31

In this episode, Amy and Bernie welcome Chandler Gilow and Christine Rollings to explore why birth stories are vital—they are identity-shaping, deeply spiritual, and often complex experiences, especially for cross-cultural workers. Today we unpack the difference between telling and processing a birth story, the often-overlooked needs of fathers, and how intentional debriefing can prevent unprocessed grief from becoming another “stone” in the cross-cultural grief tower.✨ Sign up for the Webinar for

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00:33:30

Let’s Talk About It: Sexual Harassment, Abuse, and...

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2026/03/24

In this episode, Stacey Covell joins Amy and Bernie to unpack Global Trellis’ new research paper, Let’s Talk About It: Sexual Harassment, Abuse, and Assault on the Field. They share what it was like to sit with months of heavy data, the surprising patterns that emerged, and why policies alone are not enough—especially in cross-cultural contexts. Workers, leaders, and organizations are invited into honest conversations that foster dignity and safety, and reflects the Kingdom of God on earth.—Download

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00:39:37

Vices and Virtues: How to Tend Your Soul With David...

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2026/03/17

Today, Amy and Bernie sit down with spiritual directors Beth Forshee and David Wu to explore how vices and virtues shape the “garden of the soul,” especially for cross-cultural workers. You’ll discover a fresh, grace-filled way to understand your struggles—not as failures to fix, but as invitations from Jesus to deeper trust—along with practical tools like prayers of detachment, meditation, and everyday practices to cultivate Christlike character in the midst of the real pressures of life and

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00:28:07

Inside Global Trellis Insiders: Working On Your...

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2026/03/10

Cross-cultural workers often spend most of their energy working in ministry, but what about working on it? Africa Regional Director and Director of Wellness for her organization, Karli Von Herbulis shares how Global Trellis Insiders has helped her develop both personally and professionally through curated growth tracks, trauma-informed workshops, and practical resources accessible from anywhere in the world. Amy, Bernie, and Karli discuss why spaces like Insiders are so important for sustaining

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00:25:55

Working In vs. Working On Your Ministry

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2026/03/03

Cross-cultural workers are trained to work in their ministry—rarely on it. Like any vehicle, you use it to go somewhere, not to maintain it. But if 100% of the time is spent driving or riding and 0% maintaining, breakdown is inevitable. In this episode, Amy and Bernie unpack what it means to work "in" your ministry and "on" it and why investing in the “maintenance” side of ministry is essential for long-term sustainability.Global Trellis: The Podcast Join Insiders

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00:33:05

When to Remove Someone From the Field

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2026/02/24

In a brand new feature, Amy and Bernie tackle a listener’s question about the balance of accountability for workers on the field. Drawing on Amy’s years as a member care director, they discuss criteria for intervention, the role of counseling and documentation, and how to build a culture of honest, loving accountability in cross-cultural teams.Podcast Episode (listen here) Struggles, Sins, and Stances: Another Look at “What is your ‘this’?” Survey Results with Janeen DavisRadical Candor by Kim

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00:27:31

Called and Disabled: Rethinking Global Work and...

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2026/02/17

Today Jenny Smith shares her journey as a quadriplegic cross-cultural worker and member-care provider, exploring the unique challenges and gifts that people with disabilities bring to global ministry. Amy, Bernie, and Jenny unpack stigma, theology, practical accommodations, and how sending agencies can more intentionally empower disabled workers to thrive on the field.Website: https://JennySmithRollsOn.com/The Journey 8-week online course infoDisability in Mission: The Church's Hidden TreasureDavid

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00:36:39

The True Nature of Partnerships with Bryan and...

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2026/02/10

What happens when churches and global workers really work together in partnership? Turns out, some pretty amazing things! This week Amy and Bernie have a fascinating (and fun!) conversation with Bryan and Stefanie Nicholson, founders of Here2There, an organization that exists to close the gap between local churches and global workers.Website: https://here2there.org/Here2There Network: https://www.h2tnetwork.org/Global Trellis: The Podcast Join Insiders

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00:35:34

Gen Z is Coming to the Field: What You Should Know...

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2026/02/03

Gen Z is beginning to step into cross-cultural work, and their formation is markedly different from generations before them. In this episode, Amy and Bernie talk with Katy White about who Gen Z is, how a post-Christian, digital-native upbringing shapes them, and the unique strengths and challenges they bring to the field. Together, they explore what current leaders and organizations need to understand—and how mentoring, funding, leadership, and discipleship models may need to shift for this emerging

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00:38:08

Understanding Justice and the Missio Dei with Joash...

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2026/01/27

Amy and Bernie are joined today by author and public theologian, Joash Thomas to discuss his most recent book The Justice of Jesus. This is a life-giving conversation about the relationship between justice and our jobs as cross-cultural workers in a gentle, Jesus-focussed, and hope-filled way.Joash Thomas on Substack: https://joashpthomas.substack.com/ and his website https://www.joashpthomas.com/Purchase the book on Amazon: The Justice of JesusGlobal Trellis: The Podcast Join Insiders

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00:28:25

Understanding Play Therapy for Third Culture Kids...

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2026/01/20

In today’s episode, play therapist David Floge of Valeo Counseling joins Amy and Bernie to share what play therapy entails and why it's transformative for Third Culture Kids (TCKs). Our conversation explores practical approaches, parental involvement, and the importance of patience, creativity, and attunement when supporting cross-cultural children.Valeo CounselingHelp your TCKs express themselves with art and play (article by Lauren Wells)Global Trellis: The Podcast Join Insiders

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00:26:12

Women in Leadership and Cross-Cultural Work with Amy...

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2026/01/13

In this episode, we are back with Amy Farley. She shares her journey to becoming the lead pastor of an international church and discusses the unique challenges and rewards women face in leadership, both in Western and cross-cultural contexts. In this candid conversation, Amy offers encouragement and practical insights for women pursuing leadership roles in ministry, highlighting the importance of embracing gifts, strengths, and staying true to calling.Rachel Pieh Jones and Gendered Culture Shock:

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00:34:56

Calling Without the Weight: Truth, Goodness, and...

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2026/01/06

Amy and Bernie chat with author Karen Swallow Prior about the complexities of calling in cross-cultural and ministry contexts. They explore how calling evolves, break down false divides between sacred and secular work, and present a liberating framework centered on truth, goodness, and beauty – all drawn from Karen's book, You Have a Calling.Karen’s Substack: The PrioryOrder the book You Have a CallingBulk Orders for the Book “You Have a Calling”Taking Down the Ministry Pedestal: Article on Global

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00:23:23

Reflect on 2025 and Prepare for 2026! (Encore with...

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2025/12/26

In a replay of the conversation from last year, Amy and Bernie discuss the importance of reflection and preparation for cross-cultural workers with guest Michele Zintz. Michele is a long-time user of the annual Reflect and Prepare Packet, and she shares her experiences using the Global Trellis this resource and the help it provides for honoring the past year and setting goals for the year ahead.Global Trellis Reflect on 2025 || Prepare for 2026 Packet and VideosGlobal Trellis: The Podcast Join

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00:04:33

O Antiphons: December 23 – O With Us Is God

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2025/12/22

From December 17–23, Global Trellis: The Podcast offers seven short, five-minute episodes shaped by the O Antiphons and the song O Come, O Come, Emmanuel. Through Scripture, song, and reflection, each day lingers on an attribute of Christ, building quiet anticipation as we walk toward Christmas.We conclude this O Antiphon journey with O With Us Is God, rejoicing in the promise of God’s nearness and abiding presence.Thank you to the Invitation Project featuring Whitney Ohman Costa on vocals for

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00:06:16

O Antiphons: December 22 – O King of the Nations

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2025/12/21

From December 17–23, Global Trellis: The Podcast offers seven short, five-minute episodes shaped by the O Antiphons and the song O Come, O Come, Emmanuel. Through Scripture, song, and reflection, each day lingers on an attribute of Christ, building quiet anticipation as we walk toward Christmas.In this episode, we focus on O King of the Nations, proclaiming Christ as the cornerstone who unites what has been divided.Thank you to the Invitation Project featuring Whitney Ohman Costa on vocals for

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00:04:25

O Antiphons: December 21 – O Dayspring

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2025/12/20

From December 17–23, Global Trellis: The Podcast offers seven short, five-minute episodes shaped by the O Antiphons and the song O Come, O Come, Emmanuel. Through Scripture, song, and reflection, each day lingers on an attribute of Christ, building quiet anticipation as we walk toward Christmas.Today’s reflection highlights O Dayspring, celebrating Christ as the light that dawns in darkness and guides us into peace.Thank you to the Invitation Project featuring Whitney Ohman Costa on vocals for

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00:03:55

O Antiphons: December 20 – O Key of David

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2025/12/19

From December 17–23, Global Trellis: The Podcast offers seven short, five-minute episodes shaped by the O Antiphons and the song O Come, O Come, Emmanuel. Through Scripture, song, and reflection, each day lingers on an attribute of Christ, building quiet anticipation as we walk toward Christmas.This episode centers on O Key of David, acknowledging Christ as the one who opens what no one can shut and brings freedom where there has been confinement.Thank you to the Invitation Project featuring Whitney

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00:03:53

O Antiphons: December 19 – O Root of Jesse

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2025/12/18

From December 17–23, Global Trellis: The Podcast offers seven short, five-minute episodes shaped by the O Antiphons and the song O Come, O Come, Emmanuel. Through Scripture, song, and reflection, each day lingers on an attribute of Christ, building quiet anticipation as we walk toward Christmas.Today we reflect on O Root of Jesse, naming Christ as the promised shoot from an ancient root, bringing hope and life where it once seemed dormant.Thank you to the Invitation Project featuring Whitney Ohman

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