REACH - A College Ministry Podcast of Acts 2 Network

In this REACH episode, P.Manny shares how a new career mentorship playbook is helping students find both direction and deeper spiritual conversations on colleges.   Drawing from stories of recent CRTs (Campus Road Trips), same-day coaching, and Zoom-based mentoring, he shows how seasoned co-vocational professionals can build natural relationships, offer wise, Scripture-shaped guidance, and gently invite students into C101 and Christian community. Listeners will hear why mentorship is “age-appropriate outreach” for those 30+, how it works across all kinds of campuses, and how a simple, consistent cadence of online mentoring can become apathway to leadership, discipleship, and a renewed vision for college ministry.  Finally, it ends with an acronym P.A.T.H. onhow to develop a year long pathway to achieve your ministry goals.

In this episode of the REACH podcast, Anthoni Jaramillo and Ryan Walsh unpack Iron Men, a five-week “Noblemen-lite” men’s discipleship track designed for overloaded college ministers and busy students. They share how they moved sports-outreach guys into a tight brotherhood centered on Proverbs 27:17 through weekly physical “do challenges,” shared meals, and honest conversations about identity, masculinity, romance, and freedom. This episode addresses the broader crisis regarding male identity which is the reason why college ministers need raise the bar for discipling men into courageous, resilient followers of Christ.

In this episode of the REACH podcast, Thai Lam shares how God led him to steward the historic Collegiate Day of Prayer, the oldest day of prayer in American history, now being revived for a new generation. He unpacks the vision ofseeing every campus adopted in prayer—near your home, near your heart, and in another nation—and explains why mobilizing believers worldwide to intercede for 250 million college students is so crucial in this cultural moment. www.collegiatedayofprayer.org

Interested in taking your students on the Rocky Mountain Challenge? For only $1500: https://eaglelakecamps.com/camp/rockymountainchallenge. In this episode, we make the case for getting guys out of their digital worlds and into the wilderness—on purpose, with pressure, and for discipleship. Dan Kinder talks about the camps and “stress experiences” that reshaped his view of manhood, hardship, and faith. Dan shares stories of summiting 14,000-foot peaks, and dreaming up a men’s challenge weekend called “Gauntlet” that uses intentional stress—no phones, strict timelines, and team obstacles—to form godly character. If you’re campus worker wondering how to move young men from waffling to resilient commitment, this conversation will give you vision and practical steps for planning your first backpacking or challenge trip this year.

This episode of the REACH podcast explores the Stargazers playbook, a pre-evangelistic strategy that leverages awe at the night sky to spark deep conversations about meaning, science, and faith on secular campuses like Tufts University. Host P. Manny interviews astrophysics PhD student Richard Pan about his journey to Christ, his research using James Webb Space Telescope data on galaxy evolution, and how stargazing events—with telescopes, science talks, and creative elements—create low-pressure, highly engaging spaces for spiritually open students.

Bart Smelley, founder of Filter of Hope, shares how his ministry is providing clean water and opening doors for evangelism worldwide. Keith Back, the organization's operations coordinator, discusses the transformative impact of mission trips on both communities and college students. They dive into the origin story of Filter of Hope, explore a typical trip's logistics, and explain how the clean/dirty water analogy is used to present the gospel. Their passion for service and growth in new countries fuels an inspiring conversation.

Explore how to strategically connect with affinity groups on campus by discovering their SWEET spots, defined by strong bonds and trust. Learn about pockets of students like athletes and co-ops that often remain unreached. Hear inspiring stories of outreach, including starting a Bible study with a baseball team. Understand the significance of identifying 'persons of peace,' who can open doors within these groups. Gain insights into effective strategies for high-impact engagement that lead to meaningful connections and outreach.

Dan Wong and Clarissa Wong, leaders of A2CN Boston, discuss innovative mentorship strategies for college students. They emphasize the importance of mentorship in fostering spiritual growth and community. Clarissa shares her journey into ministry, while Dan outlines how A2CN provides free mentorship and career guidance. They highlight unique programs like enrichment sessions and mentorship sprints, and the value of personal connections in nurturing faith conversations. With a focus on adaptability, they share key insights from their Boston launch experience.

In this heartfelt episode of the REACH podcast, it explores the urgency in calling for a decision, and provides five practical steps—summarized by the acronym POWER—to effectively present the Gospel and guide others through both private and public responses. This episode equips college ministers to make the most of every opportunity, emphasizing the eternal impact of asking the "Golden Question" and courageously calling for a commitment to Jesus.https://www.acts2college.org/post/call-to-decision

Join Dan Allan, the Executive Director of Mission Expansion for CRU, as he shares his insights on reaching every campus with the gospel. Dan discusses strategic initiatives like Every Campus, focusing on underserved areas without a gospel presence. He highlights innovative outreach methods via social media and transformative training for student leaders. Discover the impact of programs like Filter of Hope and upcoming opportunities during the World Cup. Dan's passion for evangelism and practical strategies inspire listeners to bring the message of hope to every student.