Campus Ministry Today Podcast

In this episode, Ben Muir and Hana Love, emcees of EDM 25', share what it means to step off the expected path and say “yes” to something bigger!

Meg Craig, of BSM, shares how her life plans changed from aspiring teacher to influential campus minister. She also discusses the challenges and opportunities of engaging students on community and commuter college campuses. If you're looking to connect with like-minded leaders and glean practical insights to elevate your ministry, be sure to join us for the EDM '25 conference. Register at https://www.vianations.org/students/events/edm25  We're back with the latest episode of our series, "Offstage": A sneak peek into the lives, ministries, and passions of our EDM '25 speakers.

Gary Stidham explores the strategies and stories behind mobilizing university students to impact the nations. If you're looking to connect with like-minded leaders and glean practical insights to elevate your ministry, be sure to join us for the EDM '25 conference. Register at https://www.vianations.org/students/events/edm25  We're back with the latest episode of our series, "Offstage": A sneak peek into the lives, ministries, and passions of our EDM '25 speakers.

If you're looking to connect with like-minded leaders and glean practical insights to elevate your ministry, be sure to join us for the EDM '25 conference. Register at https://www.vianations.org/students/events/edm25 How can campus ministries effectively engage and disciple university students across cultures?   In the latest episode of the Offstage series, Jimmy Seibert, founder and senior pastor of Antioch Waco, and senior leader of the Antioch Movement, shares his journey and insights on church planting and discipleship through his experience.  Show Notes:  antioch.org antiochwaco.com antiochwotl.com

If you're looking to connect with like-minded leaders and glean practical insights to elevate your ministry, be sure to join us for the EDM '25 conference. Register at https://www.vianations.org/students/events/edm25 How can campus ministries effectively engage and disciple university students across cultures?   In the latest episode of the Offstage series, Martha Moore, Founder & Campus Leader of Connexxion Europe and workshop speaker at EDM '25, shares her journey—from growing up in a family of spiritual pioneers to shaping campus ministry across Europe. SHOW NOTES:  Connexxion Europe: https://connexxioneurope.wixsite.com/home  Via Students: https://www.vianations.org/students

In the latest episode of our series, "Offstage: A sneak peek into the lives, ministries, and passions of our EDM '25 speakers," Shad and Clayton have a conversation about planning the conference, what they are looking forward to, and deep conviction for why they do what they do.

We're back with the latest episode of our series, "Offstage": A sneak peek into the lives, ministries, and passions of our EDM '25 keynote speakers. Robel Chemeda Disasa shares his journey, from a university student to a leader mobilizing others for Christ in Ethiopia. Through his experiences in evangelism, discipleship, and missions, we see the transformative power of a life dedicated to God's global purpose.

If you're looking to connect with like-minded leaders and glean practical insights to elevate your ministry, be sure to join us for the EDM '25 conference. Register at https://www.vianations.org/students/events/edm25 We're back with the latest episode of our series, "Offstage": A sneak peek into the lives, ministries, and passions of our EDM '25 keynote speakers. In today's episode, Dr. Delvin Pikes of Every Nation Campus shares his journey from college athlete to campus minister, being led by the Holy Spirit, and much more from his experience. Show Notes: → "What I Wish I Knew Before My 1st Year In Ministry" (Article by Dr. Delvin Pikes) https://www.vianations.org/students/articles/what-i-wish-i-knew-before-my-1st-year-in-ministry → Every Nation Campus: https://everynationcampus.org/ 

If you're looking to connect with like-minded leaders and glean practical insights to elevate your ministry, be sure to join us for the EDM '25 conference. Register at https://www.vianations.org/students/events/edm25  We're back with the latest episode of our series, "Offstage": A sneak peek into the lives, ministries, and passions of our EDM '25 keynote speakers. In today's episode, Shannon Compere of Cru shares her perspective on the current openness among college students to the gospel, and the importance of collaborative efforts in campus ministry.

We're back with another episode of our new series, "Offstage": A sneak peek into the lives, ministries, and passions of our EDM '25 keynote speakers. Join us as J.D. Greear takes us on an inspiring journey, revealing how he shifted his focus to cultivate a mission-driven community and invested in multiplying leaders. This episode is a must-watch for anyone passionate about leadership and impact. If you're looking to connect with like-minded leaders and glean practical insights to elevate your ministry, be sure to join us for the EDM '25 conference. Register here! SHOW NOTES:  Born to Reproduce Sermon Gaining by Losing by J.D. Greear

We're back with another episode of our new series, "Offstage": A sneak peek into the lives, ministries, and passions of our EDM '25 keynote speakers. In today's episode, Paul Worcester shares invaluable insights on evangelism and the power of gospel-led movements on college campuses. Paul Worcester serves as the national collegiate director for the North American Mission Board, where he focuses on encouraging, inspiring, and equipping leaders for 900-plus college ministries. He also leads an interdenominational coaching network for collegiate leaders called Campus Multiplication Network, which has provided coaching for over 300 leaders from 15 countries. He's the author of Tips for Starting a College Ministry, Do More with Less Time, and The Fuel and the Flame: Igniting Your College Campus for Jesus Christ with Steve Shadrach. You can follow him on Instagram and see more resources on his website.  If you're looking to connect with like-minded leaders and glean practical insights to elevate your ministry, be sure to join us for the EDM '25 conference. Register at https://www.viastudents.org/en/students/events/edm25  SHOW NOTES:  Giving a Gospel Invitation with Integrity: https://www.namb.net/podcasts/gensendpod/giving-a-gospel-invitation-with-integrity/ 

Today we're kicking off a series with our speakers for EDM '25 conference! In this series' opener, Todd Ahrend shares a wealth of insight into mobilizers' critical role in connecting believers to mission work. Todd has 20+ years of missions mobilization and campus ministry experience. He graduated from Northeastern State University, has a Masters from Dallas Theological Seminary and a Doctorate from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. He is the founder and International Director of The Traveling Team, a national missions mobilization movement. He and his wife, Jessica, have spent over a decade traveling both nation-wide and aboard, speaking to thousands of people about involvement in world evangelization. Todd has exposure in over sixty countries and has lived in the Middle East. He is the author of 'The Abrahamic Revolution' and 'In this Generation'. Todd and Jessica have five kids. SHOW NOTES:  If you're looking to connect with like-minded leaders and glean practical insights to elevate your ministry, be sure to join us for the EDM 2025 conference! Register here!

In part 3 the guys talk with Steve Addison and dive deep into the principles that make movements thrive and grow!

In the second part of an insightful discussion with Steve Addison on movements, hosts Clayton Bullion and Steve Shadrach dive deep into what it takes to transition from ministry to movement on college campuses.

In this 3-part series, Shad and your new host, Clayton Bullion, dive deep into transformative gospel movements with our esteemed guest, Steve Addison. Part 1: "Making of a Movement" is packed with insights that will equip and inspire you as you begin a new year of collegiate ministry... We explore the nature of a movement: the core of a movement, strategy for a mission, and real-life examples. You don't want to miss this kickoff to an awesome, brand new series!  Steve Addison is a catalyst for movements that multiply disciples and churches, everywhere. He is an author, speaker, podcaster, and mentor to movement pioneers. His most recent book is Acts and the Movement of God. SHOW NOTES: Steve Addison's Books - https://www.movements.net/#books

Dive deep into the transformative power of campus ministry with InterVarsity's chief campus ministry officer, Jason Thomas. Together we explore how InterVarsity utilizes scripture-focused disciple-making and robust missions mobilization to impact students and faculty globally. SHOW NOTES: InterVarsity IV Tools EDM 25

We're chatting with Joe Osteen of Baptist Student Ministries at UT-Tyler, and diving deep into Beach Reach, an extraordinary evangelical program making waves on the beaches of South Padre and PCB during the height of spring break. Learn how free van rides and pancake breakfasts are opening up hearts and sparking conversations that lead to lifelong transformation. SHOW NOTES: Beach Reach Texas BSM Tyler BSM    

In episode 81 the guys talk with Mike Blanc, Executive Vice President of Pro & Elite Sports for FCA and University of Miami Football Chaplain. Together they dive deep into the impact of building close-knitted relationships within collegiate ministries, specifically with student athletes.  

In today's episode the guys interview Pete Hardesty, U.S. Director for Young Life College and the co-author of Adulting 101. Together to discuss the importance of equipping young people for success in the real world and the importance of reaching unreached groups on college campuses.   SHOW NOTES: YoungLife College YoungLife Adulting 101 Book 1 Adulting 101 Book 2 petehardesty@gmail.com

In this podcast episode, the guys interview Heath Alexander, campus director for STUMO at K-State. Together they discuss the power of discipleship and mentoring and the importance of modeling evangelism. SHOW NOTES: KState Stumo Joel Johnson CMT Podcast Downline Kaleo SMC

In episode 78, Clayton shares his insights and experiences from years in college ministry as well as his vision for Via Students! Tune in to hear more about his dedication to mobilizing the collegiate body of Christ and the impact of his work on a global scale. SHOW NOTES: Clayton's first CMT Podcast  

In episode 77 of the podcast the guys interview David Englehart, Director of NMSU Christian Challenge in Las Cruces, New Mexico. David shares inspiring stories of mentorship, the transformative power of scripture memory, and the importance of follow-up in evangelism and disciple making. “More time spent with fewer people leads to greater lasting impact” - David Englehart SHOW NOTES: Beginning with Christ Lessons of Assurance Journeyman Program

In this week's NEW episode the guys interview Zach Meekreebs. Zach's shares shared valuable insights from the Asbury revival and the importance of humility, consecration, and prayer on college campuses. "I believe that Jesus is not stingy... I think Jesus is fierce for his bride, and he won't pour out his spirit on a campus or a leader, that it will destroy."— Zach Meekreebs  SHOW NOTES: Asbury

In Episode 75, the guys are joined by Linda Mohlman, college woman's pastor at New Heights Church in Fayetteville, AR. Together they talk about being a witness to the transformation that takes place in the lives of college students via short-term trips. "We would do these 1-week trips at the end of the spring semester, and I would take these guys and girls, and you would just start seeing them transformed within a week, and they're recognizing what God had given them and then recognizing how they can extend to this World."— Linda Mohlman SHOW NOTES: New Heights Church Fayetteville, AR STUMO  FCA Ruf Young Life T Bar M Camp AAO Northwest Arkansas for the Nations Helping Students Go From Lost to Laborer Podcast Intimacy With The Almighty A Shepherds Look at Psalm 23

In this episode Paul, dives deep into the urgency and importance of sharing the Gospel on your campus. Get ready to be inspired and challenged as we explore the power of prayer, the need for laborers, and the impact of personal ministry. "The average student on your campus is harassed and helpless like sheep without a shepherd. And when Jesus sees your campus, he weeps. I believe when Jesus sees your campus, his heart still breaks. And I pray that your heart would break, that you would get sick to your stomach for them." - Paul Worcester Show Notes: Asbury Revival Penn Jillette Quote Personal Ministry Impact Worksheet Gospel Appointments GenSend Life on Mission App

College campuses have many different full time recruitment teams angling for your students time. Sports, greek life, clubs and even the military. The concept of recruitment is common, but christian workers are often times the only ones not recruiting! In today's NEW episode the guy's have a talk about how to become master recruiters for your students and your campus!   SHOW NOTES: Recruiting Articles Stumo You Need More Staff

In episode 72 of the podcast Shad and Paul unpack 7 principals for a campus ministry movement. Whether you're starting from scratch or you're already well into your ministry, these tips will help you develop your momentum into a movement.  Show Notes: Collegiate Coaching Network (NAMB) Blake Brewer Podcast Four Spiritual Laws Gospel Appointments Gospel Lesson Beginning With Christ 7 Minutes with God Leading a Local Summer Training Project Isaac Jenkins Summer Training Project

This week the guys talk with Tyler McMahan on how your students and leaders can find freedom from pornography. Tyler works for Athletes in Action (AIA), at the University of Arkansas. He also serves on AIA's national staff care team by training and equipping ministers from many organizations and churches to get free and free others from porn.  Show Notes: C3 Stumo FCA AIA The Freedom Fight The Fuel and The Flame  

In the first episode this season the guys interview Troy Nesbitt on the secret sauce of the SALT Network. Show Notes: The Salt Network Salt Company Perspectives Max Barnett Cornerstone Church (Ames) Salt Company Conference Via Students The Jesus Film IMB Campus2Campus

This week we are sharing our final session from our EDM conference which was held this past May in Ft Worth, TX. In this session we hear from Andy Kampman and Steve Shadrach on leaving a legacy. You'll hear what they have to say on multiplying your impact and leaving behind a legacy of changed lives, multipliers, launching out world changers. A lot of vision and passion with these ideas!

Summer sessions are back with episode five from our EDM 23' conference this past May. This week we hear from Todd Ahrend and Crystal Martin on missions mobilization. If you want vision for how to inject world vision into your students and mobilize world Christians from their campus, then this is the session for you!

This week we hear from Tonya Zunigha and Olan Stubbs on Disciple Making.

In session three we hear from Putti Benner, of BSM, and Beau Crosetto, Director of Louisiana InterVarsity, on evangelism. 

This past May we hosted our first EDM' 23 conference in Ft. Worth, TX. Hundreds of you gathered to return to the core of the Great Commission, gain greater vision, and acquire practical ministry tools! Throughout this summer we will be sharing each session with you all weekly. Session two focuses on a staff person's walk with God and a reminder that public ministry will flow out of private devotion. Paul Worcester also touches on the power of the Holy Spirit in keeping your soul fresh in ministry.  If you like today's topic or speakers, then be sure to look into these extra resources we have listed below to keep the conversation going! More resources from Paul Worcester More resources from Drew Frazer Living a Spirit filled life

This past may we hosted our first EDM' 23 conference in Ft. Worth, TX. Hundreds of you gathered to return to the core of the Great Commission, gain greater vision, and acquire practical ministry tools! Since coming home we have been flooded with requests to share the session recordings and well...your wish is our command!  In session one we hear from Derrick Moore and Brian Smith on The Power and Potential of Students.

Join us for episode 63 of the podcast as Shad & Paul interview Stephen Jones a current Salt Network Church Planting Candidate. He has been on staff with the Salt Company college ministry for the last seven years. Stephen has most recently served as the Salt Company Director in Cedar Falls, IA at Candeo Church working with students from the University of Northern Iowa. He and his family are preparing to plant a church and start a Salt Company in Mankato, MN for students at Minnesota State University.   Show Notes: The Salt Company 3 Circles Illustration Summer Goals Worksheet Stephen Jones Email: sjones@candeochurch.com

In episode 62 of the podcast Shad & Paul interview Dr. Bob McNabb, CEO Emeritus of Launch Global. Bob has been helping others multiply their lives on campus, in the marketplace, and through the church for more than thirty-five years. After serving Christ cross-culturally for over a decade, the Lord called the McNabbs back to the U.S. to train and mobilize others.   Listen in to see how Bob has successfully seen spiritual multiplication in the real world!   Show Notes: Campus Outreach Launch Global Spiritual Multiplication in the Real World Bob McNabb Website Global Project  

In episode 61 of the podcast Shad and Paul interview Andy Kampman of Austin Stone Church. Andy is the long-term mobilization director. Show Notes: Launch Global Austin Stone Perspectives & Perspectives on the World Christian Movement The Traveling Team EveryEthne Xplore Spiritual Multiplication in the Real World  

In this episode Shad and Paul interview Robel Chemeda Disasa. Robel has been serving as the General Secretary of the Evangelical Students Union of Ethiopia (EvaSUE) since 2016. His role is leading the organization as CEO to achieve its vision and mission. His role includes to set strategic directions to the organization, to mobilize resource for the ministry, to create and maintain partnerships, and to set a model for the staff of EvaSUE. EvaSUE is currently serving more than 50,000 students. EvaSUE is one of the two largest movement in the IFES family.  Show Notes: EvaSUE Horn of Africa Mission Engagers (HO-ME)

In Episode 59 of the podcast Shad & Paul interview Rich Mendola. Rich has been working among international students for the past 38 years.  He is currently the CEO of International Friendships, Inc. (IFI) based in Columbus, OH.  He regularly shares the vision of impacting the nations through serving internationals and partnering with them.  He has seen many internationals become powerful witnesses for Jesus among he nations.  He is the author of the “I AM” Bible study series.  Rich regularly speaks at conferences and churches about topics related to International Student Ministry.  He is also a church planter having planted 3 different multi-cultural churches. He is married to Janet and they have 6 children. SHOW NOTES: International Friendships, Inc Bridges Intl. Intervarsity Rich's Email: rmendola@ifiusa.org  

Shad was at the recent Asbury Revival so he and Paul decided to record an impromptu podcast about all the ways that God was moving there. You'll want to give this one a listen!

Jason Kuhlman is a Regional Director for Student Mobilization, overseeing multiplication efforts on college campuses in South Texas- He has served as a campus minister, strategic leader and public speaker who has spent 15 years starting and leading ministries at various universities focused on evangelism, discipleship and multiplication.   Jason has spent time living in East Asia where he helped launch an overseas team of college graduates lay the foundation to plant churches in one of the least engaged countries in the world. He holds a Master's degree in Biblical and Theological Studies from Dallas Theological Seminary. Jason currently lives in Austin, Texas with his wife and children.   SHOW NOTES: Global Project STUMO Perspectives

In episode 57 of the podcast Shad and Paul interview David Worcester. David is the founder and lead pastor of Compass Church in the San Diego State area. He's been involved in reaching and discipling college students for over 19 years and loves investing in leaders laboring on campus. David coaches the coaches of Campus Multiplication Network, received his Masters in Theological Studies from Gateway Seminary, and is a certified speaker, trainer and coach with Maxwell Leadership. SHOW NOTES: Gospel Appointments DavidWorcester.net CMT David Articles Campus Multiplication Network Better Talks Faster Podcast Max Barnett Podcast Heart of the Campus Compass Church 17:6 Network Northstar Training At Your Best Carey Nieuwhof     

In episode 56 of the podcast Shad and Paul share about the life and legacy of Bill Bright, evangelist and founder of Campus Crusade for Christ. SHOW NOTES: Global Project The Four Spiritual Laws Bill Bright and Campus Crusade for Christ Evidence That Demands a Verdict Kaleo Come Help Change The World

In episode 55 of the podcast Shad and Paul share about the life and legacy of Dawson Trotman, evangelist and founder of the Navigators. Show Notes: Discipleship Library Topical Memory System TF&TF Transferrable Concepts - Bill Bright Beginning With Christ - Booklet Lessons on Assurance - Booklet Jerry Bridges Living Legacy Leroy Imes (Lost Art of Disciplemaking) Design for Discipleship

In episode 54 Shad & Paul talk to Drew Frazer, as Campus Director at Montana State University, and Area Director for the Northern Rocky Mountain Campuses. Drew was born in Atlanta GA and raised in Clearwater, FL as a beach kid. He came to Christ at a Young Life camp and was followed up by a Navigator trained youth pastor. Drew graduated from Georgia Tech in Atlanta with a degree in Industrial Design and worked in the design world for 1.5 years before joining Navigator staff on EDGE Corps. He fell in love with disciple making and watching men be transformed by the power of gospel got under my skin. SHOW NOTES: The Navigators Bozeman Navigators Life as a Campus Director Personal Ministry Target Worksheet The Fuel and The Flame

Join us for episode 53 of the podcast with guest Keith Wieser, Lead Pastor of Resonate Church. SHOW NOTES: Resonate Church Network 5 Reasons Most Churches Don't Reach College Students Jim Collins Flywheel - Audio Book Master Plan of Evangelism Missional Living Wheel 3 Circles The Grow Book

In episode 52 Shad and Paul interview Derrick Moore, who is the Executive Director of Character and Player Development for the University South Carolina. SHOW NOTES: Personal Ministry Target Worksheet Derrick Moore's Website Derrick's Motivational Speeches  

In Episode 51 of the podcast Shad & Paul interview Ed Kang of Gracepoint Ministries. Ed started out as a convocational college minister at UC Berkeley in the 80s. He now leads the Gracepoint network of collegiate churches. SHOW NOTES: Gracepoint The God Ask- A Fresh Biblical Approach to Personal Support Raising Refrigerator Rights  EDM'23 The Gospel in 6 Words Course 101

Join us for episode 50 of the podcast as Shad and Paul interview Gary Stidham, Director of the Baptist Student Ministry at The University of Texas at Arlington.  Gary cares deeply about helping next-generation Christians grow in faith and impact the world for Jesus.  SHOW NOTES: EDM'23 Texas BSM/UTA BSM Fuel and the Flame Putti Benner's Episode Hero Maker - Dave Fergeson Growing In Christ - Navigators Campus Multiplication Network

In episode 49, Shad & Paul interview York Moore, an innovator, strategist, revivalist, and abolitionist. He is also the President and CEO of Coalition for Christian Outreach. Tune in. You don't want to miss this! SHOW NOTES: EDM'23 Intervarsity Christian Fellowship Together 2016 Cru Chi Alpha EveryCampus Movement Gospel Appointments York's Tiktok Coalition for Christian Outreach I.F.E.S.