As a student with InterVarsity, "Harvest" (name changed for our guest's safety) knew she was called to overseas missions work. Twenty years later, "Harvest" found herself carrying out creative underground ministry strategies during an unprecedented season: COVID lockdown in China. Along with her community, "Harvest" developed a unique approach to digital ministry that provided spiritual food to a quarantined country in desperate need of hope and good news. Enjoy Harvest's story! MORE WORLD CHANG...
Jul 09, 2025•53 min•Ep. 24
In April of 2025, at an all-Greek gathering, Kristen Dalton watched more than 100 Indiana University sorority and fraternity students say "Yes!' to an invitation to follow Jesus. In this episode of InterVarsity World Changers, we chat with Kristen about this amazing moment along with the larger work of revival and renewal that God has been doing in the Greek system at IU. And we trace the story back to Kristen's own experience as a student with Greek InterVarsity, and the ways God was preparing ...
Jun 11, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 23
From South Dakota to Urbana to the world and the workplace. That's what partnering with God in his world-changing work looks like for InterVarsity Alumni Mac Pier and Roy Tinklenberg. After becoming friends through InterVarsity at the University of South Dakota, Mac and Roy's vision for God's Kingdom was forever transformed at Urbana '79 by speakers like Elisabeth Elliot, John Stott, and Billy Graham. Inspired by what they heard, they later went on to found organizations like Movement.org and th...
May 14, 2025•56 min•Ep. 22
On this episode of InterVarsity World Changers, we’re talking with Ann Hall. Ann is a Drake University alumna and a Physician Assistant in cardiac and vascular surgery in Omaha, Nebraska. She’s caring for people inside and outside of the operating room who find themselves in very serious medical situations. And whether it’s praying for (and experiencing) miracles in the middle of surgery or delivering extremely difficult news to a patient or their loved ones and family members, Ann is changing t...
Apr 09, 2025•52 min•Ep. 21
Jon realizes a dream today: Eating a really big cookie with Andy Mineo. Watch on YouTube for the full experience. Link HERE . Enjoy some behind the scenes footage HERE . RELATED EPISODE E20: Andy Mineo: Using Influence, Inspiration, and Imperfection to Make Something New ( YouTube , Spotify , Apple ) STAY IN TOUCH WITH INTERVARSITY WORLD CHANGERS Socials: @ivworldchangerspod Subscribe, rate, & review: Apple , Spotify Support more InterVarsity World Changer stories! ★ Support this podcast ★...
Apr 01, 2025•5 min
On this episode of InterVarsity World Changers, we sit down with City College of New York alumnus, Andy Mineo! Andy is changing the world as a talented artist, musician, and entrepreneur. He’s thoughtfully navigating the modern music industry while engaging others artists and the broader culture as a follower of Jesus. Enjoy Andy's story! STAY IN TOUCH WITH ANDY Red Room (Freestyle) Music Video Website @andymineo PRAY FOR ANDY For his music and other projects to serve, encourage, and inspire oth...
Mar 12, 2025•44 min•Ep. 20
On this episode of InterVarsity World Changers, we’re talking with Will Scheopner, a University of Nebraska Omaha alumnus. And Will is changing the world one student at a time in UNO’s College of Business. As a Career Advisor, Will is dispensing hope, encouragement, and life direction to hundreds of students each semester as they discern their calling in the world of business. Enjoy Will's story! RELATED EPISODE E8: Kyle Campbell and Risky Corporate Evangelism ( Apple , Spotify , YouTube ) PRAY ...
Feb 12, 2025•51 min•Ep. 19
On this episode, we’re talking with Shang Saavedra of Save My Cents, an alumna from Harvard and the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. And Shang is changing the world through her expertise in the interaction of mental and financial health. We’re going to hear more about her personal financial journey, the way she’s helping others pursue financial health, and about her new book: Wealth is a Mindset: Change Your Mind, Change Your Money . Thanks for tuning in and enjoy Shang’s story! S...
Jan 08, 2025•49 min•Ep. 18
On this episode, we're chatting with Sarah Shin and Shin Maeng, creators of The Deliverer Has Come. Enjoy the origin story of their creative collaborations and how those early moments led to a beautiful children's book that is pointing people of all ages to Jesus. Purchase Your Copy of The Deliverer Has Come HERE PRAY FOR: Sarah to continue to having opportunities to write and teach theology that benefits the Church Sarah & Shin to follow God wherever he leads in the next season of life STAY...
Dec 11, 2024•46 min•Ep. 17
During a class trip to the Republic of Türkiye during her Junior year of college, Tatiana Ordoñez had a life-changing encounter: an introduction to NGOs dedicated to preserving culture by empowering local artisans. After graduation and a few strategic internships, Tatiana returned to her home in Colombia and started Zuahaza; a social enterprise built on ethical business practices, authentic Colombian craftwork, and a dedication to sisterhood. Enjoy Tatiana's (and Zuahaza's) story! STAY IN TOUCH ...
Nov 13, 2024•38 min•Ep. 16
“It has always been my ambition to preach the gospel where Christ was not known…” (Rom. 15:20) What is your ambition? Where has God given you spiritual influence? What does it look like to faithfully follow Jesus in that context? Whether you have a clear vision for these things, or still need help discerning them, there’s a resource to help you. The Ambition conference is a carefully crafted spiritual environment where you can encounter Jesus, get personalized coaching, and be equipped to start ...
Oct 09, 2024•42 min•Ep. 15
In 2019, Christine and her husband received amazing news: she was pregnant with their third child. However, the joy of this news was blunted by another diagnosis received just five days earlier... Christine had breast cancer. On this episode of InterVarsity World Changers, Christine Boye (Northwestern University Alumna) shares about carrying her third child while battling cancer and about being carried by a faithful God while navigating a complicated health journey. PRAY FOR CHRISTINE For Christ...
Sep 11, 2024•46 min•Ep. 14
On this episode of InterVarsity World Changers, we're chatting with Clark University alumna, Magdalene Kwakye. And Maggie is changing the world with Jesus as a clinical social worker. While she describes herself as shy and reserved, those traits don't hold her back from lending a strong, compassionate voice as an advocate for children and adolescents in a school setting. PRAY FOR MAGGIE To be courageous as she trusts in the Lord to accomplish his work, even in the places she feels uncertain or a...
Aug 14, 2024•39 min•Ep. 13
How does ballet, tap, and Memphis Jookin provide opportunities to change the world? Matthew Best (University of Tennessee in Knoxville) would say that the possibilities are endless. Shortly after graduating college, Matthew caught a vision for seeing kids' lives changed by changing their environment. And as the Executive Director (and former student) of the New Ballet Ensemble and School, he recognizes dance as an opportunity to do exactly that. Regardless of their ability to pay, the school pro...
Jul 10, 2024•43 min•Ep. 12
Sylvester Stallone. Katherine Heigl. Jason Bateman. Just a few of the Hollywood superstars this week's guest has rubbed shoulders with. Join us this week as Jon and Jen Howell (Northwestern University Greek IV alumna) chat about what it's like integrating a prophetic gift with Hollywood script writing. Whether it's sharing a hopeful word from the Lord or kickstarting the "Hollywood Tithe", Jen has some fascinating stories of what it looks like to follow Jesus among the stars. PRAY FOR JEN... To ...
Jun 12, 2024•34 min•Ep. 11
Enjoy a special episode made in collaboration with Love Thy Neighborhood exploring the life and influence of InterVarsity alumnus, Pastor Tim Keller. In memory of his passing on May 19, 2023, this episode chronicles Tim Keller's formative experiences as a student with InterVarsity at Bucknell University, his extraordinarily influential ministry at Redeemer Presbyterian Church in New York, and even gives a few heartwarming glimpses inside his personal life. FULL INTERVIEW WITH JANET & DIETRIC...
May 09, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 10
Most of us have heard a sermon or read a book by well-known author and pastor Tim Keller. But how did Tim Keller become the well-known author and pastor? One of those places was InterVarsity. From manuscript Bible studies to lordship talks to stuffing into a VW with 19 of his closest friends, the extraordinarily influential pastor, Tim Keller, was shaped by his formative experiences with InterVarsity at Bucknell University. On this episode of InterVarsity World Changers, we sit down with alumni ...
May 09, 2024•39 min•Ep. 9
What would you do if God said, "I want you to go tell your boss to forgive their spouse... And tell them I sent you." Our guest this month happens to know exactly what this is like... Whether praying on his own, asking colleagues for their "three most important nouns", or sharing a Word from God with a high-level executive, Kyle Campbell (UNC Wilmington Alumnus) has seen Jesus move powerfully through moments of risky evangelism in his corporate work setting. STAY IN TOUCH WITH KYLE LinkedIn PRAY...
Apr 10, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 8
On this episode of InterVarsity World Changers, we're joined by Curtis Chang, Harvard alumnus and founder of Redeeming Babel. Curtis and Jon discuss the world-changing impact of Redeeming Babel as it seeks to shape Christians in their ability to engage with anxiety, organizations, and politics in biblically-faithful ways. STAY IN TOUCH WITH CURTIS CHANG & REDEEMING BABEL Redeeming Babel The After Party PRAY FOR… Curtis to find and develop his own formational communities The After Party and i...
Mar 13, 2024•46 min•Ep. 7
On today's episode, we’re talking with Brett and Rachael Dixon, alumni from the Colorado School of Mines. The Dixons are changing the world with a vision for planting, growing, and multiplying small groups at work so that thousands of friends and coworkers can meet Jesus! Thanks for tuning in and enjoy The Dixons’ story! PRAY FOR… The light of Jesus to be seen clearly at Brett's workplace Nightshift Bible study leaders The right format for communicating with their entire facility Rachael as she ...
Feb 14, 2024•36 min•Ep. 6
Today, Jon is joined by Grammy Award-Winning musician and singer/songwriter Maryanne J. George. And as you may imagine, MJ is changing the world through music. Whether through her solo album “Not Just Stories” or during her time as a vocalist with Grammy-winning worship band, Maverick City Music, MJ’s ministry has encouraged millions of listeners in their walk with Jesus. Thanks for tuning in and enjoy MJ’s story! ( NOTE: This is the last of 5 episodes being released in January. After today, a n...
Jan 10, 2024•52 min•Ep. 5
Today, Jon chats with Matthew Quan and his world-changer journey on staff with InterVarsity Link. Together, Matthew and his colleagues seek to "engage college students with Jesus Christ by serving globally under local leadership, to meet local needs, using local means ( link.intervarsity.org )." Thanks for tuning in and enjoy Matthew’s story! ( NOTE: This is the fourth of 5 episodes being released in January. After the 10th, a new episode will drop on the second Wednesday of each month ) STAY IN...
Jan 05, 2024•50 min•Ep. 4
Enjoy today's conversation as Jon chat's with South Dakota State University Alumna, Leah Biorn. Leah shares about her family's journey with foster care and the world-changing impact this ministry is having on local children and their broader community in Yankton, SD. ( NOTE: This is the third of 5 episodes being released in January. After the 10th, a new episode will drop on the second Wednesday of each month ) LEARN MORE ABOUT FOSTER CARE HERE if you're in South Dakota Learn more about WRAP HER...
Jan 04, 2024•55 min•Ep. 3
On today's episode, we're connecting with Dr. Patty Pell, Assistant Professor of Theology, Justice, and Advocacy at Denver Seminary and Executive Director of The Gospel Initiative. Dr. Pell shares with Jon about God's world-changing work through the Gospel Initiative and its ongoing efforts to "support the Church’s mission in creating a compelling, compassionate, and credible gospel presence in contemporary society ( denverseminary.edu )." ( NOTE: This is the second of 5 episodes being released ...
Jan 03, 2024•53 min•Ep. 2
Welcome to the debut episode of InterVarsity World Changers! We're here to celebrate stories of God's world-changing work through InterVarsity alumni like YOU! To kick off this new podcast, we're talking with Jason "Smiley" Abrams about the Andy Abrams Foundation. Inspired by his father's ministry to low-income first-time homeowners, Smiley started the Andy Abrams Foundation in an effort to "establish a transformative discipleship house that will serve as a beacon of growth, learning, and commun...
Jan 02, 2024•51 min•Ep. 1
Welcome to InterVarsity World Changers! This podcast exists to celebrate the world-changing work that God is doing in and through InterVarsity alumni like YOU! In this introductory episode, you'll learn more about what defines an InterVarsity World Changer, what kind of guests you'll get to hear from, and when you can expect to start hearing episodes. PLUS you'll get to hear a short preview from our upcoming debut episode with Smiley Abrams! A quick note about our release schedule: You can expec...
Jan 01, 2024•10 min
We all know that everyone wants to change the world. But what does it mean to be a world changer? During our time in InterVarsity, we learn that a World Changer is defined by a life committed to loving God, his Word, his people, and his purposes. Through the InterVarsity World Changers podcast, we are celebrating stories of God's world-changing work in and through alumni like you. These stories will encourage and inspire you as you join God in your context and continue your own journey as a worl...
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