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Welcome back to our second Driver's Seat of Slowly Week where we are talking about Maundy Thursday, the day where Jesus demonstrated his love through foot washing, bread breaking, and deep prayer. Join us as we talk about Anna's discomfort with loving like Jesus, Drew's radical thoughts on Holy Communion, and what it means when Jesus said "This is my body, broken for you." Mi...

It's part two of our Slowly Week series, and today we are talking about Maundy Thursday, or the day Jesus and his disciples ate what would later be known as The Last Supper. Join Mrs. Anna and Pastor Drew as they start in a dining room and end in a garden in this story of ultimate love. Thank you to our special guest kid host, Ava for a great interview! Minivangelism and The Driver's Seat are a mi...

Grab your branches, shout your praises, and put on your...kilts? Today we are kicking off Slowly Week talking about Jesus's grand debut in Jerusalem where he rode into town on a humble donkey, but Drew really needs to talk about his favorite movie, so we'll let him. Other topics of discussion include Spring Break, palm preferences, and colonoscopy prep. So drop the kids off and join us! Mi...

It's the beginning of "Slowly Week" here on Minivangelism. Over the next four episodes we will be slowly working our way through Holy Week, the last days of Jesus's life including his death and resurrection (spoilers!). Today we are talking about a triumphant entry into Jerusalem on the majestic beast known as a donkey, complete with dirty coats, waving branches, and shouts of &q...

It's the beginning of Lent, and 40 days of listening has begun. Today we are talking about Jesus's time in the desert taking on the ultimate Survivor Man challenge and how that sets the stage for our own reflections as we head toward Easter. Also we discuss Drew's negative view of himself, Anna's ability to hold her own in an argument, and ash distribution fails. Minivangelism and...

It's Ash Wednesday! Today we mark the start of the season of Lent as we get ready for Easter, so what better way to begin that journey than talking about the story that inspired it. That's right! We're talking about how Jesus spent 40 days in the wilderness with no food, and when someone came along and offered him bread and more, he responded with, "I kinda wanna, but I'm not...

We're finally to the end of the story of Joseph and boy oh boy does this have more twists and turns than a rollercoaster! But by the end of the story, we understand so much more about forgiveness, loyalty, and that Jacob will never ever be different. Other topics of conversation include Anna and Drew's "hear me outs," why we should pay attention to our kids before things turn vio...

We've made it to the end of the Joseph Saga! Joseph is a leader in Pharaoh's House, and Egypt is well-prepared for the upcoming famine. But when the brothers run out of food back in Canaan, their little brother is the one who holds the keys to the pantry. Come along with us as we talk about the end of this amazing journey! Special thanks to our kid host Jacob for some great discussions! Minivangel...

We left Joseph as he was being pulled out of a pit and sold into slavery. Well, the good news is he doesn't stay enslaved long. The bad news is because he's thrown in prison. But if big dreams are what got him there, then it only makes since that big dreams are what's going to get him out. We will talk about all of that along with Anna's beef with sexist tropes in ancient mythology...

We're back with Joseph and he's not in a good place. He's gone from a pit to slavery to JAIL! But just when all hope seems lost a few weird dreams start to turn his life around. Join us as we talk about how this Dream Reader goes from the prison to the palace! Many thanks to our Special Guest Kid Host June! Minivangelism and the Driver's Seat are a ministry of Grace UMC in Manassas...

Welcome back to The Driver's Seat, where we're talking about Joseph, the story starts off great but ends in exile. You'll also hear about Anna's frustration with her kids being control of the music in her car, Drew's obsession with communion, and how we are both starting a fan club for Drew's wife. Minivangelism and the Driver's Seat are a ministry of Grace UMC in Manas...

We're back after a long break of holiday travel, and we've missed you all! We're kicking off 2025 with a 3 part series on the man with big dreams and a stylish coat: Joseph! Join us as we talk about favoritism, musicals, and pit side picnics! Minivangelism is a ministry of Grace UMC in Manassas, VA. More info can be found at umcgrace.org!

Well, it's three days before Christmas, so let's talk about Hell, Baby! It's the final leg of our journey through Dark Advent here in the Driver's Seat and this one's a doozy! But what if Hell ain't what it used to be? Join Anna and Drew as they talk about youth group field trips, church architecture, and Virginia landmarks all while trying to make sense of "the bad place." Minivangelism and The D...

We've made it to the end of our Advent Adventure! Come along with us as we finish our journey to Christmas by talking about a rad dad: Joseph! He was the adopted father of Jesus, a guy who listened to dreams, and an actual descendant of King David! We hope you enjoy the final episode of the season and have a Merry Christmas! Minivangelism and the Driver's Seat are a ministry of Grace UMC in Manass...

We're back in the Driver's Seat for Week 3 of Dark Advent. However, this week things are looking a little bit brighter as we head up to heaven! Join us as we talk about last minute Christmas shopping, Christmas Eve chaos, and golden gravel. Minivangelism and The Driver's Seat are a ministry of Grace UMC in Manassas, Va. More info can be found at umcgrace.org.

Hail! We're back for Week 3 of our Advent Adventure! Join us as we talk about a very special lady, Mary the mother of Jesus. Today we will be discussing a willingness to serve, scary encounters, and magnificent songs. Minivangelism and The Driver's Seat are a ministry of Grace UMC. More info can be found at umcgrace.org.

Welcome back to Dark Advent! Today is Judgment Day! Well... not exactly. It's more like today is the day we talk about judgment day and how what we've inherited may not exactly be what the scripture says. Join Anna and Drew as they talk about apocalyptic films, big theology words, and blacksmithing. Minivangelism and The Driver's Seat are a ministry of Grace UMC in Manassas, VA. More information c...

Welcome back to week 2 of our Advent Adventure! Join Pastor Drew and Anna as they talk about some pasture dwelling people just enjoying their night when the sky lit up with some glad tidings of great joy! We will also talk about the weird way Miss Anna says shepherds as well as what keeps happening to the sheep left in fields! Minivangelism and The Driver's Seat are a ministry of Grace UMC in Mana...

Happy Advent Everyone! Today we are talking about everyone's favorite holiday topic: Death! Seriously? This is what happens when Drew gets to pick the topic for grownup Advent. Join us as we talk about how death is just a part of life, and the Advent season is the perfect time to reflect on it.

We're going on an Advent Adventure! Today we begin four weeks of waiting on the arrival of a special baby named Jesus! The next four weeks, we will be talking about the major characters in the Christmas story! Today's story characters are the angels. What are angels? How do they appear in the Christmas story? Let's hop in the van and go on an special Advent trip!

Happy Thanksgiving Minivangelists! We're in a season where we remember what we are thankful for and surround ourselves with the people we love! Join us as we talk about grocery lists, travel plans, and a big book of poetry! Did you like the song? Stick around at the end of the episode where we will play a special singalong version for you to enjoy with your family! Thank you to all of our friends...

Today we have a special Thanksgiving preview and we need your help! On November 22nd, we will have upload our Thanksgiving episode, and Pastor Drew has written a special song about all the things we're thankful for, but it's incomplete! We are asking that you make a recording yourself saying three things you are thankful for, and we will put it into our song! Send your recording to minivangelism@g...

In the words of Drew, "We about to record a podcast about one sentence. Bruh." It's actually two sentences, and those two sentences have a lot of meaning behind them! So join us as we talk about who is the treasure and who is the treasure hunter. We'll also explore our musical mantras, fashionable mamas, and secret booze. Minivangelism and The Driver's Seat are a ministry of Grace UMC in Manassas,...

Grab your maps and shovels! We're going on a Treasure Hunt! Today, Pastor Drew and Anna are exploring a tiny parable about hidden treasure and expensive pearls! Special Thank You to our guest kid host, Reagan, for chatting with us today! Let's go! Minivangelism and the Driver's Seat are a ministry of Grace UMC in Manassas, VA. More info can be found at umcgrace.org!

Today in the Driver's Seat, Anna and Drew start by discussing the Parable of the Two Sons which leads to a discussion on grace through a child's eyes, which leads to a theological debate, which leads to mudslinging about workplace etiquette. So buckle up and join us in the Driver's Seat as we take a wild ride. Minivangelism and The Driver's Seat are a ministry of Grace UMC in Manassas, Va. More in...