Pros
I have been working at Awana 2 years. Best faith-based institution I have worked for! Truly talented people working hard to reach kids with the Gospel and serve local churches. In the last few years' Awana has had a shift in it's vision. Recent restructuring and new leadership has caused 'growing pains' for many employees but change is an organization with deep history can be tough! I see clear pathways being made for a healthier organization, and a new leadership that 'tapped-in' to God's direction, values children and honors it's employees.
Cons
Creating a healthy work-place has meant for lots of 'new's' (processes, products, people and directions). Two years ago, when I started, there were so many great people 'misplaced' in their roles due to lack of direction from their managers, they were moved to a role that didn't match their gifts, or they were resistant to change. It has been hard on all to see many great people leave, but I know it is for the best. I do believe there is still a 'ways to go' yet!