Campus Ministry Leadership Podcast

We've got some new content and interviews in the works. While we work, check out one of our most popular interviews. What does it look like to thrive in the role of staff member? This week we talk with Josh Moran of UVA Chi Alpha about how to walk in the call to contribute to a ministry as staff.

Is there a link between the culture of our ministries and the size of our staff? This week we're joined by Derek Britt of IU Chi Alpha to talk about developing a high challenge culture and the effects it can have on expanding our leadership and staff teams. 

What do we need to consider when working through a transition in senior leadership? How can we work to make it as smooth as possible for everyone involved? This week we talk with Matt Liberio of Chi Alpha Denton to talk about his experience transitioning into the senior leader role. 

Apologetics is a helpful discipline for any campus minister to be familiar with as we engage with the questions we face on our campuses. Dr. Philip Tallon, Chair of the Department of Apologetics at Houston Baptist University, joins us this week to discuss cultural apologetics, apologetics and the arts, and the opportunities HBU offers to continue our growth through education. 

We’re working on some great new episodes! Until they release, we’re replaying one of our most popular episodes.  We all want student buy-in. Is there a way to engage more students while being less stressed and drained? On today's episode, we interview Derek Britt with Chi Alpha at Indiana University about his journey from attractional focus to discipleship focused ministry.

How can "no strings attached" service open doors to influence and ministry opportunities on our campuses? This week we're joined by Health Miller of Angelo State University to discuss the ways that God has used their heart to serve to open doors for ministry. 

What could happen if we fearlessly pursued the students of influene on our campus? What does it look like to think about building a student movement rather than simply a campus ministry? This week we're joined by Steve Shadrach to talk about those questions, as well as several other campus ministry topics. 

Small group night is one of the most important nights of the week for many of our students. How do we make it an evening that students look forward to as a highlight of their week? This week we discuss some helpful pointers to make your small group a win for everyone.

Small group night is one of the most important nights of the week for many of our students. How do we make it an evening that students look forward to as a highlight of their week? This week we discuss some helpful pointers to make your small group a win for everyone. 

Remaining connected to alumni can seem like a daunting task for many campus ministers. How do we stay engaged on campus and engaged with our alum? This week, Glen Davis from Stanford University Chi Alpha, joins us to discuss the many creative and successful ways he stays in touch with his alumni. 

What can we learn from a man who ran his race well and reached millions for Jesus? This week we reflect on some takeaways from the life and ministry of Billy Graham. 

Dating can often be a spiritual minefield for our students. How do we help them navigate it? This week we're joined by author and teacher, Gary Thomas, to talk about his book The Sacred Search and learn from his wisdom and research in the area of romantic relationships. 

Being a staff member on a ministry team is not always easy. There are unique challenges we face as we work together with our senior leaders to accomplish God's vision for our campus. This week we dive into some words from the apostle Peter to glean some insights on leadership and look at some practical ways to be great staff members.

International student ministry is one of the most strategic and rewarding aspects of campus ministry. In order to do it effectively, we need to consider the challenges we face and explore helpful strategies. This week we are joined by Severin Lwali, National XAi Director, to discuss intentional and fruitful international student ministry on campus. 

Dating and romance on our campus often follows a predictable cycle that leads to a lot of pain and heartache for our students. This week we explore the cycle and the struggle that students face navigating relationships in our culture.