Drew Downs

Make a New Normal

discipleship

  • Pentecost is one of the oldest feasts of the church. It has something to do with the Holy Spirit. And liturgical churches switch everything over to red. But what is it about? And what happens if we pay attention to what it means for us now? Questions: What is your experience of the Holy Spirit?…

  • It is easy to get distracted by the rushing wind and tongues of fire. But the true revelation is that there is a force that would propel us at all.

  • Ascension

    Prayer God of Hope, be with me, with us today. Inspire us, encourage us, stir us up that we might know you better. That we might love you better. That we might see you, among these friends, today. Amen. Introduction The format is simple. Some teaching, some talking, some summarizing, some homework. Questions: Can we…

  • At the heart of discipleship is service. Whether we like it or not. And usually, we don’t. Because serving others also requires welcoming them.

  • The walk to Emmaus in Luke is a walk of doubt. And despite what we think is supposed to happen, that is the very time Jesus shows up.

  • Chosen Family

    The story of Molly Brant (Konwatsijayenni) forces American Christians to face our devotion to nation and to our human family.