Global Trellis: The Podcast

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...

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 Priory Order the book You Have a...

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. G...

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...

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 w...

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...

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...

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, bringin...

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 turn our attention to O Lord, remembering God’s powerful presence with Moses and H...

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 episode focuses on O Wisdom, inviting us to reflect on Christ as the wisdom through whom all t...

In the final episode of Global Trellis Podcast's “Holy Pause” for Advent series, spiritual director, Elizabeth Forshee invites us to engage in reflection and prayer through the practice of Lectio Divina using Luke 2:6-11, recounting the birth of Jesus and the angel's message to the shepherds.  Anticipate the coming of Christ with the Global Trellis Community this Advent. All four prayer sessi...

This episode of Global Trellis: The Podcast Advent edition features spiritual director Lori Ferrell leading us through a contemplative reading of Isaiah 35 using The Message translation. Using the Lectio Divina practice, she guides the listeners in prayerful reflection on themes of hope, transformation, and God’s presence during the Advent season. Anticipate the coming of Christ with the Global Tr...

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 Glo...

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 spir...

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 Insider...

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. Kati...

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,...

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.instagra...

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 signif...

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...

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 Website Anna’s Bo...

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 Coaching Global Trellis: The Podcast Join In...

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 n...

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 Conference Unmasking Toxic Leadership P...

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 meaning...