{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"You Can Mentor: A Christian Youth Mentoring Podcast","title":"265. Building Life-on-Life Relationships to Make Disciples with Aric Diaz of GRIP Youth","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/707df0e0\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2535,"description":"In this episode of the You Can Mentor podcast, Zachary Garza interviews AD, the Men's Mentorship Manager at GRIP Outreach for Youth in Chicago. AD discusses his faith journey, his background in mentorship, and the mission of GRIP, which focuses on building meaningful, life-on-life relationships with youth. The conversation highlights GRIP's programs, such as SLAM, a sports-based mentorship initiative, and the Future Steps program, which helps prepare students for life after high school. AD underscores the importance of equipping mentors, connecting them with students, and fostering growth in both groups, concluding with inspiring stories of transformation and the role of prayer in mentorship.\n\n--\nTakeaways: \nAD's journey from San Antonio to Chicago highlights the unexpected paths God can take us on.\nMentorship is about building relationships and being present in students' lives.\nSLAM combines sports and mentorship to create a fun and engaging environment for youth.\nThe Future Steps program helps students prepare for life after high school through practical skills and career guidance.\nEquipping mentors is essential for effective mentorship and building trust with students.\nUnderstanding the gap between expectations and reality can help mentors avoid discouragement.\nPrayer is a vital component in seeking mentors and guidance in mentorship programs.\nGrowth in mentorship is a two-way street; both mentors and mentees learn from each other.\nCommunity partnerships enhance the effectiveness of mentorship programs.\nStories of transformation remind us of the impact mentorship can have on young lives.\n\n--\nChapters:\n00:00 Introduction to AD and GRIP Outreach\n06:45 AD's Journey and Background\n13:23 Understanding GRIP's Mission and Programs\n19:30 SLAM: Sports and Mentorship\n22:05 Future Steps Program: Preparing for Life After High School\n25:35 Equipping Mentors for Success\n31:18 Connecting Students and Mentors\n35:31 Growing and Developing Relationships\n36:18 Stories of...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/1Xka3zDiBlBt17bxGFKaPNKtfL4x0Qw6Yce8LqvHcjw/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8wMTU4/YTYzZjc5Y2M5NjY4/MTFkZmY0NjExMzM2/Njc1MC5qcGVn.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}