Roundup Podcast

Programs, talent, and hard work can only take you so far. Paul Worcester explores the often-forgotten factor that has marked some of the most impactful movements of God throughout history.

This session was recorded live at Roundup 2026, a gathering of college ministry leaders hosted by the Southern Baptist of Texas Convention.

What if the next breakthrough in your ministry isn’t a new strategy, but a fresh encounter with God? Drew Humphrey shares why being equipped, inspired, and connected matters more than ever for reaching the next generation.

This session was recorded live at Roundup 2026, a gathering of college ministry leaders hosted by the Southern Baptist of Texas Convention.

It’s easy to become focused on the size of the boat while forgetting the power of the wind. Chris Millar challenges ministry leaders to rediscover what it means to depend on the Holy Spirit rather than their own strength.

This session was recorded live at Roundup 2026, a gathering of college ministry leaders hosted by the Southern Baptist of Texas Convention.

Have you ever been in a season of burnout? Or do you find that your students are constantly saying they are in burnout? Come learn the keys to living a life that works hard but doesn’t burn out.

This session was recorded live at Roundup 2026, a gathering of college ministry leaders hosted by the Southern Baptist of Texas Convention.

Hunter Mullennix and his bride, Hannah Mullennix, have been married for 5 years. He is the college minister at Houston's First. Over the past 4 years, they have been working at Houston's First to launch a college ministry that reaches, disciples, and sends college students with the gospel.

After 25 years of ministry, Shane Pruitt shares the lessons he wishes he had learned sooner. A timely reminder of what matters most when serving Jesus for the long haul.

This session was recorded live at Roundup 2026, a gathering of college ministry leaders hosted by the Southern Baptist of Texas Convention.

This breakout offers a practical roadmap for residents or new college directors, covering key areas like vision, strategy, campus presence, and small groups. This session is extremely practical and is full of lessons learned the hard way. You’ll learn what’s worth your time, what’s not, and how to avoid common early mistakes.

This session was recorded live at Roundup 2026, a gathering of college ministry leaders hosted by the Southern Baptist of Texas Convention.

John is the college pastor at Fredonia Hill Baptist Church in Nacogdoches, Texas. He serves at his alma mater, Stephen F. Austin State University. He graduated from Stephen F. Austin University with a Business degree in 2015 and from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary in 2025.  John is married to Meleena James, and they have two sons, Owen and Oliver. John is a longtime member of the Round Up Network and is passionate about coaching new leaders to build evangelistic momentum on their campuses. John has been serving at Fredonia Hill since 2014.

It’s easy to stay comfortable within our Christian fellowship, but the Great Commission calls us to move beyond our circles and into the heart of the campus. This session is a practical field guide for students who want to transition from safe, internal ministry to bold, external mission.

This session was recorded live at Roundup 2026, a gathering of college ministry leaders hosted by the Southern Baptist of Texas Convention.

Dr. Carl J. Bradford serves as the Dean of Texas Baptist College at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, where he is also an Associate Professor of Evangelism and holds the Malcolm R. and Melba L. McDow Chair of Evangelism. Beyond the classroom, he serves as an Evangelism Consultant for the Southern Baptists of Texas Convention (SBTC), frequently partnering with local churches to provide evangelism training. Carl and his wife, Andrea, are the proud parents of two children, Carl Jr. and Abigail.

Ever wanted to start a residency? Now is your chance! Come and explore the options and necessities of starting your own in-house residency program.

This session was recorded live at Roundup 2026, a gathering of college ministry leaders hosted by the Southern Baptist of Texas Convention.

In this session, we will walk through some spiritual and practical handles for how we, as college leaders (pastors/shepherds), can help our college students process and tease out their specific calling to vocational ministry.

This session was recorded live at Roundup 2026, a gathering of college ministry leaders hosted by the Southern Baptist of Texas Convention.

Josh Thomas is the Worship Pastor at United City Church in Humble, TX. A creative at heart and a musician by calling, he shares Jesus through teaching, songwriting, and his personal artist journey. He is the founder of LocalEast Co., a creative platform dedicated to highlighting meaningful projects and expressions of ministry. Josh also leads worship with Urban Hymnal, a collective based in Downtown Houston. Whether on stage or over coffee, he’s passionate about helping people discover their purpose and live at the intersection of calling and passion.

Why do you do what you do at your large group gathering? How can you improve this time for maximum Kingdom impact? This session will discuss topics such as altars, response cards, student leadership, meeting frequency, and more!

This session was recorded live at Roundup 2026, a gathering of college ministry leaders hosted by the Southern Baptist of Texas Convention.

Drew has served on staff at Highland Baptist Church for 17 years, primarily leading out as College Pastor. For the past two years, he has also served as the Collegiate Mobilizer for the SBTC, leading the Roundup Conference and equipping college ministers/churches across the country to reach the campus for Christ.