In the third episode of Young Life’s Forward podcast, we discuss the mission priority “Together”, which details our diversity goals for the next 5 years. Ann Shackelton (SVP HR Mission Care & Enrich), BeBe Hobson (Chief Diversity Officer), and Carolyn Harrison (Metro Director) discuss realities for various staff who are underrepresented (1:47), including leaders of color, women, and differing abilities. They talk positive change (4:00), results if Forward is successful (5:13), and fears and misconceptions that might hold us back (7:44). Near the end, we talk about effeciency vs. effectiveness in working on a diverse team (14:43). Finally, each guest answers questions in a speed round (21:15). 

Let’s Go — Forward.

In this episode, we discuss Forward’s mission priority, “Deeper in Christ”. After Derrica Barbee’s discipleship journey (1:30), our Senior Director of Discipleship, Lynn Brewer, joins the show (3:58). She talks about discipleship’s definition (4:22), how we’re doing as a mission (5:45), and how we’ll measure this intangible goal during Forward's 5 years (7:55). Next, Graham Wright recounts his good friend Casey’s story (12:03). Lynn dreams about Forward’s progress (16:08) and answers questions in a speed round (16:55). 

Let’s go — Forward.

A movement has begun. Metro Director Justin Ryder sits down with Young Life’s President, Newt Crenshaw, to discuss the inaugural launch of “Young Life Forward” and the recent message he gave to 2017’s training attendees to officially launch the movement. We discuss the why’s behind Forward (2:39), what makes it different than other campaigns Young Life has undertaken (3:47), and the four mission priorities associated with the movement: Deeper in Christ (6:49), together (9:05), innovation (10:53), and growth (12:59). Next, Newt answers the question, “what if Forward succeeds?” (15:55).  Finally, we end with a speed round, which includes Newt’s favorite club song (19:39). Thanks for joining us, and subscribe to hear next week’s episode. 

Let’s go — Forward.

Show Notes:

• Forward Intro Video
• Newt's Presentation at NST/WT