As we transition into summer, join us on The Launch Mission Podcast for a special recap episode featuring some of the most insightful advice from our episodes. It's the perfect opportunity to revisit key topics and insights you may have missed!

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In this episode, Tommy and Kelsey discuss another four stories of college students facing challenges and provide solutions. The first story highlights the importance of finding Christian community in college, even during challenging times like the COVID-19 pandemic. The second story focuses on the fear of stepping out and taking opportunities for growth and community. The third story explores the dynamics of rooming with a best friend and the potential challenges it can bring. The final story addresses the struggle of feeling left out and offers advice on communication and prioritizing community.

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In this episode, Austin Hipskind shares how community shapes the college experience. Austin takes us from wrestling with faith in high school to discovering his place and mission in college. He stresses the value of connecting with God and having an accountability partner. We also explore his time at the Grove retreat, a freshman retreat at Ole Miss, and how it's shaped his faith journey and impacted others. And we wrap up with a peek into what freshmen retreats are like and why they're a must-try!

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In this episode, Tommy and Kelsey discuss real college stories and provide advice for incoming college students. The first story focuses on the challenges of leaving home and making new friends in college. The second story highlights the difficulties of managing a busy school schedule while being a collegiate athlete. The third story emphasizes how to have effective communication and conflict resolution with professors. The fourth story addresses the common struggles of transitioning from a small-town high school to a big college campus, managing time, and the importance of seeking support and accountability from friends.

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Christian college students face the challenge of finding their people, place, and purpose in their first semester. The urge to compromise their faith arises from the need for community. Navigating a new environment is exciting yet anxiety-inducing as they seek belonging. Trace Hamiter joins the podcast to express why Christian community is vital, offering support, encouragement, and accountability. Merely having Christian friends or joining a fraternity/sorority isn't sufficient; students require a home base in a local church or campus ministry. The Oaks Collaborative conducts retreats for freshmen to connect with Christ-centered community and embrace a life devoted to Christ in college. These retreats profoundly impact students, establishing them in a Christ-centered foundation and a supportive community from the start of their college journey.

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For more information on the Freshman Retreats and the Oaks Collaborative Ministry, go to https://www.theoakscollaborative.com/

Hanna Seymour, author of 'The College Girl's Survival Guide,' joins the conversation to address some of the most commonly asked questions and concerns among girls nationwide during their college experience. For years, Hanna managed a blog platform where college students could share their experiences and seek advice. She noticed that many often shared similar stories and questions. Hanna curated a list of 52 topics frequently raised on the blog, answered them honestly, and wrote a book for girls to use as a tool during college. In this episode, she answers a few of those questions that so many college freshmen can relate to!

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In this episode, Olivia Essary shares her testimony and her experience transitioning from high school to college. For her, joining a small group as a sophomore and embracing vulnerability and accountability changed the trajectory of her faith. Olivia encourages those listening to really slow down and read the Bible, and to lean into their faith in Christ and actively seek His presence in their daily college lives.

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Dr. Travis Coblentz continues the conversation by explaining what apologetics is and how it can help believers understand their own doubts and questions, providing answers to the "why" regarding scripture. Later in the episode, Dr. Coblentz addresses some common questions and doubts that students might encounter in college from their peers.

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