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The Lebanon Star Episode 6 -Chris Johnson CEO of The Countryside YMCA in Lebanon OH 45036
🎙️ Episode: Chris Johnson – A Community-Driven YMCA Vision
Co-Hosts: Amy Brewer & John Bissman
In this heartfelt episode of The Lebanon Star, former Lebanon Mayor Amy Brewer and community leader John Bissman sit down with Chris Johnson, CEO of Countryside YMCA, one of the largest and most impactful YMCAs in the country.
From his early career at GE to serving as executive pastor at Antioch Church, and now as the leader of the YMCA, Chris shares his journey of calling, community, and compassion. This conversation is filled with behind-the-scenes stories about how the Y has become a central pillar of life in Lebanon, Ohio.
💬 Topics Covered:
❤️ Why It Matters:
The Y is more than a gym — it’s a mission-driven nonprofit focused on spiritual, mental, and physical well-being. From emergency childcare and youth swim safety to veteran outreach and senior support, the Y has become one of Lebanon’s greatest assets — a place where lives are changed every day.
If the Y disappeared tomorrow, the community would feel it deeply. In this episode, Chris shares how that impact is intentional — and growing.
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🎙️ Episode: Chris Johnson – A Community-Driven YMCA Vision
Co-Hosts: Amy Brewer & John Bissman
In this heartfelt episode of The Lebanon Star, former Lebanon Mayor Amy Brewer and community leader John Bissman sit down with Chris Johnson, CEO of Countryside YMCA, one of the largest and most impactful YMCAs in the country.
From his early career at GE to serving as executive pastor at Antioch Church, and now as the leader of the YMCA, Chris shares his journey of calling, community, and compassion. This conversation is filled with behind-the-scenes stories about how the Y has become a central pillar of life in Lebanon, Ohio.
💬 Topics Covered:
❤️ Why It Matters:
The Y is more than a gym — it’s a mission-driven nonprofit focused on spiritual, mental, and physical well-being. From emergency childcare and youth swim safety to veteran outreach and senior support, the Y has become one of Lebanon’s greatest assets — a place where lives are changed every day.
If the Y disappeared tomorrow, the community would feel it deeply. In this episode, Chris shares how that impact is intentional — and growing.
🔗 Links & Resources:
📣 Subscribe & Share
👉 Subscribe to The Lebanon Star on your favorite podcast platform
🎧 Subscribe to The Lebanon Star Podcast:
👍 Like this episode? Share it with friends and leave a comment!