After more than 60 years of visionary, dedicated, and faithful leadership, Leland Paris, one of the founding fathers of Youth With A Mission, has resigned his position on the Board of Directors of YWAM Tyler. It was under Leland’s devoted and caring leadership that the ministry developed its strong training programs, witnessed hundreds, if not thousands, giving their lives to our Lord and many others committing their lives to the call of missions. During the last 3 decades, his leadership has highlighted the needs of those living in some of the poorest regions of the world, and most notably many nations in Asia. Although Leland no longer has any involvement in the ministry’s day-to-day operations, our heart-felt prayers are with him as he cares for his wife, Fran, who is dealing with a chronic illness.
Since Leland’s resignation, the ministry has moved from a transitional leadership team to the establishment of a new leadership team of capable and gifted men and women who are committed to building strong teams and leaders. These changes have not been without challenges, and we have been grieved to see some of our staff members leave and choose to serve elsewhere. As a result of our regrettable losses, we have created a Conflict Resolution Team dedicated to addressing the concerns that have been raised. Our intention is to learn and grow through this process. In spite of these sad losses, we are moving forward with renewed determination as we tackle new opportunities that lie ahead.
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We are filled with optimism with what God is doing among us and are strengthened by His faithfulness to us and believe the ministry will see God’s kingdom advanced this year and in years to come.
