REACH - A College Ministry Podcast of Acts 2 Network

S2:29 | Mentorship that Multiplies: Rethinking College Ministry Through A2CN (ft. Dan and Clarissa Wong)

Nov 20, 2025
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.
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INSIGHT

Multiply Evangelists Not Attendance

  • The strategic campus focus is to multiply evangelists rather than fill rooms with attendees.
  • Investing in students to disciple others creates exponential outreach beyond single events.
INSIGHT

Students Crave Accessible Mentors

  • College students show a strong felt need for guidance and accountability via mentors.
  • 67% of 18–21 year olds recall needing a mentor but not having one, revealing a major gap.
ADVICE

Offer Multiple Mentorship Paths

  • Offer diverse mentorship pathways like CORE, career, and broader life mentorships to meet varied needs.
  • Use alumni and professionals to provide targeted workshops and build relationships through practical help.
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