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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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00:11:31

Advent Week Two: A Holy Pause

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2025/12/02

In another special episode of Global Trellis podcast's Advent series, Elizabeth Forshee guides listeners through a contemplative Lectio Divina practice using Luke 1:39–45, recounting Mary's visit with Elizabeth. Through multiple reflective readings, listeners are invited to quiet, and be present with familiar Advent Scriptures, hearing a fresh from God.Anticipate the coming of Christ with the Global Trellis Community this Advent.All four prayer sessions are available for one low price — sign up once

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00:11:30

Advent Week One: A Holy Pause

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2025/11/25

This special episode of Global Trellis: The Podcast guides listeners through the Christian spiritual practice of Lectio Divina, focusing on Luke 1:26-38, the story of the angel Gabriel’s announcement to Mary. Spiritual director Lori Ferrell reads the passage three times, inviting reflection, imagination, and personal response to the scripture. We hope this will be a gift to help you cultivate spiritual attentiveness, reflection, and gratitude this Advent season.Anticipate the coming of Christ with

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00:16:18

Global Trellis Advent Plans for 2025

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2025/11/18

Amy and Bernie give listeners a preview of the upcoming Advent resources available now through Christmas. Whether this season feels busy, lonely, or a bit disconnected for cross-cultural workers, we want to equip you with everything you need to tend your soul. You pour into so many, let us pour into you this Advent.Sign up for the Live Advent Prayer Options at Global Trellis (included for Insiders)Episode with Doug McKelvey and Every Moment HolyGlobal Trellis: The Podcast Join Insiders

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00:33:45

Navigating Grief and Loss During the Holidays with...

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2025/11/11

In this important episode, your hosts Amy Young and Bernie Andersson are joined by grief specialist Katie Brown to discuss the complex emotions that can arise during the holiday season, especially for those experiencing loss or transition. They provide practical tips with a healthy theology of lament to help listeners process grief and find comfort during what can be a difficult time of year.Katie’s Counseling PracticeGrief Articles by Katie on Global TrellisHow to Help When Grief, Loss, and Trauma

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00:23:05

Is This a Good Fit? Evaluating Organizations with the...

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2025/11/04

In this episode, Amy, Bernie, and Jenilee introduce the Red, Yellow, Green (RYG) model for organizations. This is a practical tool for evaluating organizational health and personal fit for cross-cultural workers. The tool helps you celebrate when your organization is a good fit. On the flip side, it also provides a way to process and name what parts may not be a good fit. They discuss its origins, practical applications, and announce availability on the Global Trellis website to support better

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00:26:52

A Peek Behind the Scene: Pastoring an International...

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2025/10/28

This week, Amy and Bernie have a fun and fascinating conversation with Amy Farley, lead pastor of River Church in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Amy shares her unexpected journey from serving Africa to pastoring a vibrant international church, overcoming trauma and embracing her calling.River Church Vietnam Website: https://riverchurchvietnam.com/River Church on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/riverchurch_vietnam/Global Trellis: The Podcast Join Insiders

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00:33:47

On Being a Birth Nerd for Cross-Cultural Workers with...

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2025/10/21

In this episode, Amy and Bernie are joined by Chandler Gilow, the Global Birth Coach, to discuss the complexities of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care for workers living cross-culturally. They discuss the importance of holistic preparation, understanding local medical realities, and the need for both families and organizations to support and advocate for individualized care during this significant life transition. This episode is not just for families of child-birthing age! Leadership and member

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00:33:46

When Experience and Beliefs Bump into Each Other on...

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2025/10/14

Amy and Bernie talk with Beth Forshee about how life on the field can inform, shape, and shift our belief systems. Together, they explore how to normalize these changes rather than fear them, and why it matters for personal and spiritual growth. The episode offers practical encouragement for what to do when your experiences begin to inform or reshape what you believe.Show Notes:The Global Trellis Holistic Online ConferenceLet’s Talk About It (The Global Trellis Survey Results)Beth Forshee’s

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00:38:33

When Grief is Unrecognized: Disenfranchised Grief...

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2025/10/07

In this incredibly important and vulnerable episode, friend of the podcast, Anna Danforth, joins Amy and Bernie to talk about ways grief gets marginalized. They also talk about how to better embrace one another in the things we grieve. You do not want to miss this episode.That’s Margot in the image! It was the night before she left after 19 wonderful years with Amy.Anna’s WebsiteAnna’s Book (Her new book will be here in Spring 2026!)Grief Resources on Global TrellisBooks about Grief by Lauren

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00:28:48

If Your Marriage Is Struggling on the Field with...

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2025/09/30

In a particularly powerful episode, Jenilee Goodwin joins Amy and Bernie for a conversation about the unique stresses cross cultural work puts on marriages. Jenilee shares from her own experience the potential for heartache and healing, along with ways to find needed help.Four Types of Intimacy in Marriage (Global Trellis Workshop)Jenilee Rachel CoachingGlobal Trellis: The Podcast Join Insiders

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00:26:31

How Knowing Your Strengths Can Shape Your Calling

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2025/09/22

Did you know that understanding what you’re naturally good at can actually bring more joy and energy to your work than focusing on your weaknesses? In this episode, Amy and Bernie swap stories about how leaning into their strengths has shaped their calling—and how it can do the same for you and your team. Bernie has great ideas for how you can work with your strengths and still get done what you need to accomplish in your (real!) daily life.Clifton Strengths Finder AssessmentGet team or individual

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00:21:16

How to use The Toxic Leadership Assessment

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2025/09/16

Are you serving under toxic leadership? In today’s episode, Amy and Bernie discuss how to use the CONTROL framework for assessing leadership, along with tips on what to do if you discover yourself to be serving under leadership that is toxic. The Toxic Leadership Assessment is included with the Holistic Online Conference.Global Trellis Holistic Online ConferenceUnmasking Toxic Leadership Podcast EpisodeBernie Anderson/Growability ConsultingGlobal Trellis: The Podcast Join Insiders

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00:21:15

A Resource for Your Team: Capacity Series Discussion...

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2025/09/09

Sometimes we think “capacity building” is just code for “get more stuff done.” At Global Trellis, we say that is not the point at all! Jenilee joins Amy and Bernie to talk about the Capacity Series Discussion and Activity Guide. The guide is good for person and team use with a four week option and a 12 week option. If you’ve been looking for a way to take your team meetings up a level—with meaningful conversations and activities designed specifically for cross-cultural workers—you found it!Capacity

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00:25:27

Eight Experiences to Build Resilience in Third...

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2025/09/02

In this episode, Amy and Bernie welcome back Anna Danforth, exploring the latest research on fostering resilience in Third Culture Kids (TCKs). Anna shares practical strategies, and hope-filled insights for parents, caregivers, and team members, revealing how eight positive childhood experiences can transform TCK resilience. Whether you’re raising kids overseas or supporting global families, this episode offers encouragement and actionable steps to help children thrive.What are ACEs and PCEs (from

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00:30:08

Feel, Share, Quiet: Practical Tools for Emotional...

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2025/08/26

In this episode, hosts Amy Young and Bernie Anderson welcome special guest Lizabet Nix from Thrive Today to explore the "feel, share, quiet" practice—a simple, science-backed approach to handling emotions and building relational skills. Lizabet shares practical insights and real-life stories, offering listeners accessible tools to tend their souls and foster meaningful connections, especially for those living and working cross-culturally.Thrive Today – Free resources and online groups for building

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00:27:31

How to Communicate Change in Cross-Cultural Work to...

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2025/08/19

In this episode we are joined by Anna Danforth to discuss the challenges of navigating and communicating change with supporters as cross-cultural workers. Anna shares personal experiences and practical advice on handling ambiguity, maintaining threads of continuity, and extending grace to ourselves and others during times of transition. This episode offers encouragement and actionable insights for those facing ministry pivots and changes in the field.Anna’s Article on A Life OverseasAnna Danforth’s

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00:38:13

Aging Parents While Serving Oversees: Insights from a...

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2025/08/12

This episode explores the challenges international cross-cultural workers face when caring for aging parents from across the world. Four participants from the Global Trellis Aging Parents Cohort share their personal experiences, highlighting the emotional complexity, practical difficulties, and unique support found in a community of like-minded workers dealing with an inevitable life issue.Sign up for the next cohort now! Sign up is open in August before the doors close. Only 30 spots available.Show

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00:28:37

Naming, Normalizing, and Embracing Change with Tim...

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2025/08/05

In this episode of Global Trellis: The Podcast, Tim Austin, the Global Trellis transition specialist, discusses the critical aspects of managing transitions for cross-cultural workers. The crucial aspects of transitions are (1) focusing on the importance of naming one's experiences, (2) normalizing the challenges, and (3) embracing the fears and resistance that come with change. The conversation explores how transitions impact identity, particularly in ministry settings, and provides practical

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00:32:20

Soul Tending for Resilience: A conversation with...

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2025/07/29

In this episode of Global Trellis, Virgil Tanner discusses his book "Soul Tending" and shares insights on helping cross-cultural workers build resilience and agency in challenging environments. The conversation explores strategies for thriving, working effectively, and developing personal and professional skills, emphasizing the importance of holistic soul care and strategic leadership in cross-cultural work.Show Notes:One Tree MinistriesSoul Tending – by Virgil TannerBecoming More Fruitful – by Amy

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00:37:15

Gender & Culture Shock: Living Cross-Culturally in a...

Global Trellis: The Podcast ·

2025/07/22

This is truly an eye-opening episode! Rachel Pieh Jones, Amy Young, and Bernie Anderson dive deep into the often-overlooked experience of "gendered culture shock" - exploring how men and women physically and emotionally navigate cultural differences across borders. This is a nuanced and compelling conversation about how cultural adaptation goes far beyond language and customs.Rachel on Instagram: @rachelpiehjonesRachel’s Books on AmazonPodcast episode “Sexual Harassment While on the Field with

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