In this episode, Tom Knight talks with Sarah Farley from the International Mission Board about the Journeyman Program. They talk about new guidelines that make requirements more flexible, but also discuss the barriers that keep young singles from going. Like us on Facebook @NoCampusLeft on Twitter @NoCampusLeft on Instagram The views expressed by g…

In this episode, Tom Knight talks with Jonathan Moseley, teaching pastor at King's Hill church in Boston, about collegiate partnerships with church plants. Jonathan talks about partnering with churches and college students to assist King's Hill in Boston. He shares his vision and heart to reach Boston with the gospel, and how churches can assist in…

In this episode, Tom Knight talks with Erica Young Reitz on her book After College: Navigating Transitions, Relationships, and Faith. They talk about the importance of helping college students finish and transition well. They discuss different topics discussed in the book, how the book is laid out, and how a student or college leader can use the bo…

In this episode, Darrick Smith from the Collegiate Partnerships team talks with Scott Urbanek from Mercy Church. They talk about the need for community amid loneliness, isolation and depression, not only due to Covid, but also our virtual world. Scott also talks about mitigating unnecessary risks in order to say yes to necessary risks in sharing th…

In this episode, Evan Blackerby hosts the NCL team to talk about college student plans. He asks the team what is a college student plan, and who needs one. The team talks about the need to have an intentional, comprehensive plan that asks the question of how college ministry fits in the life of the church. They also talk about barriers to having a …

In this episode, Tom talks with Patrick Austin, Director of College Ministry at Bay Leaf Baptist, about workshops for parents concerning their students transitions to life after high school and preparing for college. Patrick shares that in many ways, these workshops are more about discipling parents so they can disciple their students. He gives exa…

In this episode, Alex and Evan continue their conversation about Home and Away, but focus on how the pandemic has changed the normal patterns. They discuss the terms snow storm, blizzard, and ice age to create images for understanding the impact of the coronavirus, and how we react to it. Like us on Facebook @NoCampusLeft on Twitter @NoCampusLeft o…

In this first episode of a two-part series, Alex Hugo and Evan Blackerby from the NCL Team, discuss the different rhythms and dynamics that affect collegiate ministry. They talk about how to minister effectively to both groups. Like us on Facebook @NoCampusLeft on Twitter @NoCampusLeft on Instagram The views expressed by guests on the NCL podcast a…

In this episode, Tom Knight talks with Dr. Brian Upshaw, Team Leader for the Disciple-Making Team at the Baptist State Convention of North Carolina. They talk about the challenges of collegiate ministry and discipleship during the pandemic. How do ministry leaders adapt to the new normal? Is the present situation more like an interruption or a disr…

In this episode, Tom Knight talks with Dr. Chuck Register, Associate Executive Director-Treasurer of the Baptist State Convention of North Carolina. Dr. Register explains the term compassion fatigue, and how he became personally aware of it while pastor of FBC Gulfport during Hurricane Katrina. Dr. Register talks about the symptoms of compassion fa…

In this episode Tom Knight talks with Drew Dabbs, Minister to College Students at Morrison Heights Baptist Church. Continuing in the series, Drew describes three things that he would do during the two months of ministry. He would lean on the Lord, identify and disciple, and empower students leaders to innovate. Like us on Facebook @NoCampusLeft on …

In this episode, Tom Knight talks with Russ Billo, Youth and Young Adult/College pastor at Salem Baptist church in Dobson, North Carolina. They talk about what just two months of ministry would look like at a community college during a pandemic. Like us on Facebook @NoCampusLeft on Twitter @NoCampusLeft on Instagram The views expressed by guests on…

In this episode, Tom Knight talks with Mike Sowers, senior pastor at Buies Creek First Baptist Church about shepherding during the pandemic crisis. They talk about the impact of the crisis on students and the community around the campus. Mike also talks about shifts he plans to make for returning college students. Like us on Facebook @NoCampusLeft …

In this episode, Tom Knight talks with Austin West with the NYMBA. Austin mobilizes churches to reach college students in New York City. In this continuation of the "Two Months for Ministry" series, Austin talks about the issues facing students this fall and asks churches and collegiate leaders to pick one thing they are good at doing to focus on w…

In this episode, Tom Knight talks with Scott Urbanek, College and Missions Pastor at Mercy Church about doing ministry with college students in a potentially shortened fall semester. They talk about the importance of reaching freshmen early and being flexible to adapt to what the fall semester brings. Like us on Facebook @NoCampusLeft on Twitter @N…

In this episode, NCL Team member Darrick Smith talks with Rob Kozlowski from Ignite Church. They talk about the importance of the spiritual, emotional, and mental health of students during the pandemic. Rob also brings up being creative in their efforts, and helping people laugh and have fun as well. Like us on Facebook @NoCampusLeft on Twitter @No…

In this episode guest host Darrick Smith talks with Brian Davis, College Pastor at Hickory Grove Baptist Church. They talk about using a podcast to allow students to ask questions while being part of the creative process of production. They also discuss how to create more “buy in” from students by listening to their ideas. Students have great ideas…

In this episode, guest host Darrick Smith from the No Campus Left team talks with Trey Gouch, student pastor, and Christine Cherian, college associate, both from First Baptist Church Matthews. They talk about using multiple social media platforms creatively during the shelter-in-place order. This episode can also help churches and ministries plan f…

In this episode of our series on disruptions, guest host Alex Hugo from the No Campus Left team talks with Betsy Bolick, college minister at Perkinsville Baptist Church about depression among students during isolation and the loss from school ending early. They talk about preparing before a crisis happens and how to seek professional help from Chri…

In this episode Tom Knight talks with Madison Perry, executive director of the North Carolina Study Center in Chapel Hill, NC. They talk about what the study center is doing to stay in contact with students during the pandemic. Topics include Bible studies, reading groups, virtual coffee hours, and prayer. Like us on Facebook@NoCampusLeft on Twitte…

In this second episode in the series looking at adapting to disruptive times, Tom Knight talks with Rev. Mike Sowers of First Baptist Buies Creek about using new methods to keep in touch with his college students after they left campus. Mike talks about the wins and strategy of keeping students focused on ministry as they plan for the fall and the …

When our routines are disrupted by unusual circumstances, how do we respond? How do we keep connected when we can't meet in person? In this episode Tom Knight talks with Evan Blackerby about how to creatively connect with college students and others in the church. This will be the first in a series to see how churches and ministry groups can stay c…

In this episode, Tom Knight talks with Dr. J.D. Greear about the reasons for churches to invest in reaching college students. They talk about the strategic value of college students along with the advantages and challenges of working with them. Dr. Greear talks about the two-year challenge for college students to give two years on mission, and some…

In this episode Tom Knight talks with Dr. Steve Shadrach about his book The God Ask. Dr. Shadrach is the Executive Director of the Center for Mission Mobilization. He has trained thousands of Christian workers from over 500 organizations how to launch their ministries and raise support. Tom and Dr. Shadrach talk about three big ideas about support …

In a higly distracted culture which offers thousands of daily choices, how do we stay focused on Christ while helping others to understand who God is, and why we should make Him the treasure of our hearts? In this episode Tom Knight talks with Dr. Alan Noble about his book Disruptive Witness: Speaking Truth in a Distracted Age. They talk about some…

In this episode Tom Knight talks with Jon Sheets. Jon is currently the leadership development director at Mercy Hill Church. They explore earlier days of Mercy Hill when Jon was the college director and the church's efforts to reach multiple campuses in the Greensboro area. Jon explains how they got started, how to best invovle students, and the te…

In this episode Tom Knight talks with Liz Brantley from Ignite church about mobilizing college students to reach students far from God on the ECU campus. They talk about the college ministry Fuse, the history of the church, how small groups are organized, and the importance of both gathering and scattering. Like us on Facebook @NoCampusLeft on Twit…

In this episode Tom Knight talks with Dr. Carl Trueman, professor in the Department of Biblical and Religious Studies at Grove City College, on his recent study of sexuality and personhood. They talk about not only cultural waves, but also the currents under the waves. Dr. Trueman shares his thoughts on how our understanding of personhood shapes ou…

In this episode Tom Knight talks with Ed Russ and Berk Wilson from Grace church about multiplying to different campuses. They discuss the model of multiplication that Grace uses, its advantages and disadvantages, and insights that Ed and Berk have learned over the years. They also talk about false notions of success in Gospel sowing, and equiping t…

In this episode Tom Knight talks with Lisa Courtney about her work as both an administrator and an RSO advisor at a community college. They talk about the importance of advisors and students building bridges with the administration and the community at large to bless the campus and reach more students. They also talk about the importance of empower…

In this episode Tom Knight talks with Bo Riley and Patrick Austin about their work on two different community colleges. They talk about the barriers and breakthroughs in their work there. They talk about different strategies they have tried, and what they have learned in moving to a different context for college ministry. Everyone agrees this is an…

In this episode, Tom talks with Dennis Runner about his work with international students at Purdue University, and the nuances of doing ministry with both American and international students. What is the best way to organize student leadership, and what interests overlap between the two groups, and what seperates them at times. They also talk about…

In this episode, Tom Knight talks with Jonathan Morrow, Director of Cultural Engagement at Impact 360 Institute, about this book Welcome to College as well as trends with Generational Z. They talk about how to use this book to prepare for college as well as the importance of finding a local church during the college years. This episode will be grea…

In this episode, Tom Knight talks with Phil Carroll, student director, at Gracepoint church. Phil talks about how the church's college ministry multiplied from reaching one campus to include another campus with a different context. Like us on Facebook @NoCampusLeft on Twitter @NoCampusLeft on Instagram The views expressed by guests on the NCL podca…

In this episode Tom Knight talks with Dr. Jeff Iorg, president of Gateway Seminary, on his book Is God Calling Me? Dr. Iorg answers with a resonding "yes!" He explains what a call is, and the three types of call that God puts on our hearts. Dr. Iorg talks about ministry leadership, and the call that every believer in Christ has. Tom and Dr. Iorg al…

In this episode Tom Knight talks with Eric Warren from Cornerstone church in Ames, IA about reaching international students through family groups. Eric shares how the church involves both American students and non-students to minister to international students. They talk about recruiting volunteers, meeting places, size of groups, and the advantage…

In this episode Tom Knight talks with three guests about Hurricane Florence and the long road to recovery. Guests are Mike Pittman, Lead Pastor for Vertical Church; Ethan Welch, Pastor of Teaching and Vision at The Bridge Church (9:20 mark); and Tom Beam, constultant with Baptists on Mission (20:00 mark). We get an update on the conditions from Lum…

In the fall of 2017, there were over one million international students and scholars in the U.S. The majority of them come from countries with little access to the Gospel. How can we share the Gospel with these students? In this special episode Tom Knight moves from host to guest to talk about his book, No Passport Required. Evan Blackerby fills in…

Tom Knight talks with Brian Frye, National Collegiate Strategist for the North American Mission Board, on the college campus being a Send City. Questions asked? What is a Send City? Why did the North American Mission Board declare the college campus a Send City? Why should the church attempt to reach the college campus? What are the gateways and ba…

Tom Knight talks with Matt Capps, pastor at Fairview Baptist Church in Apex, NC about art, beauty, and spirituality. Questions asked? Why should Christians be concerned with art and beauty? How have Christians used art and beauty in the past? In an age of skepticism, is beauty a means of evangelism? What are some resources to explore this topic? Yo…

Tom Knight talks with Evan Blackerby, editor of the No Campus Left podcast about Pathways, a tool to help churches adopt population clusters on campuses. Questions asked? How to use the Pathways tool? How can churches adopt a population cluster? How to best reach a "silo" of the campus? To see the Pathways tool, click here You might share this epis…

Tom Knight talks with JR Woodward, national director of church planting with V3, on his book The Church as Movement. Questions asked? What is the purpose of the book? How does one use the content of the book to the campus? How are missional groups best used? You might share this episode with: • church planters • collegiate leaders • pastors. ______…

Tom Knight talks with Chase Gardner, pastor at Emmaus Baptist Church in Asheville about the Stay Commitment where new graduates stay to help with church planting. Questions asked? What is the stay commitment? What are some ways reccent grads can help the church? How did you get involved in asking students to stay or help with other church plants? Y…

Tom Knight talks with Mike Sowers, Pastor of Buies Creek First Baptist Church, about collegiate ministry as a new pastor in a small town. Questions asked? How do you take an established church and focus on collegiate ministry? What are some inroads to the college campus? What are some good steps to take to reach the campus? You might share this epi…

Tom Knight talks with Kelton Hinton about how to begin ministry on a community college by reaching specific population clusters Questions asked? What are probelms in doing ministry on a community college? What are silos, and how do that affect the community colege? What are first steps in ministry with a community college? You might share this epis…

Tom Knight talks with Dr. Mark Noll, the Francis A. McAnaney Professor of History at The University of Notre Dame (Bio), about his Book The Scandal of the Evangelical Mind. Questions discussed are: • Why did you write the book? • Almost 25 years later, has the Evangelical mind changed? You might share this episode with: • church planters • collegia…

Tom Knight talks with Ethan Welch (bio), lead teaching and vision pastor with The Bridge Church in Wilmington, NC, and Scott Urbanek (bio), pastor of discipleship and college at Mercy Church in Charlotte, NC, about the necessity of collegiate ministry efforts in newly planted churches. Questions discussed are: • Why are college students good for ch…

Tom Knight talks with Bart Glasgow, from FBC Woodstock in Woodstock, Georgia, about the importance of "Friendhip Families" for international student ministry. Questions discussed: • How did you get started in international student ministry? • How did ISM change your life? • How have you been able to bless international students? • What are the qual…

Tom Knight talks with Neal Eller (bio), a lay leader who focuses on ministering to international students, about the importance of "Friendship Families." Questions discussed are: • How did you get involved with ISM? • What is a friendship family? • What are the essential qualities of a good friendship family? You might share this episode with: Past…

Tom Knight discusses the anniversary as well as the significance of the Protestant Reformation with Dr. Stephen Eccher of Southeastern Theological Baptist Seminary in Wake Forest, NC. Questions discussed: • What are the five solas of the Reformation? • What is the priesthood of all believers? • How does the priesthood of all believers affect colleg…