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.

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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.

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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 recording the full version of the song. You can listen to the entire song on Spotify or Youtube.

Global Trellis: The Podcast

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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 recording the full version of the song. You can listen to the entire song on Spotify or Youtube.

Global Trellis: The Podcast

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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 recording the full version of the song. You can listen to the entire song on Spotify or Youtube.

Global Trellis: The Podcast

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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 Ohman Costa on vocals for recording the full version of the song. You can listen to the entire song on Spotify or Youtube.

Global Trellis: The Podcast

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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 Costa on vocals for recording the full version of the song. You can listen to the entire song on Spotify or Youtube.

Global Trellis: The Podcast

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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 His faithful guidance of His people.

Thank you to the Invitation Project featuring Whitney Ohman Costa on vocals for recording the full version of the song. You can listen to the entire song on Spotify or Youtube.

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