Fall 2020

Dr. Sammy Wanyonyi is an Evangelist, Author, Speaker, and Professor. Sammy shares his childhood story and challenges students to "face the world." 

Dave Johnson is the former lead pastor at the Church of the Open Door in Maple Grove, MN. Dave speaks on the beatitudes in the book of Matthew with an emphasis on justice and righteousness. 

Fall 2020

Neal Rich is the lead pastor at Cedar Valley Church and a Northwestern alum. Neal asks the question: "What situation is making it hard for you to trust God?"

Fall 2020

Falicia is a recent graduate at the University of Northwestern. Falicia explains her story as to how she has followed her calling. She shares her experience at UNW and shares how she sees God's perspective in the areas she has been working in. 

Fall 2020

Dave Myles is the Life Groups & Leader Development Pastor at New Hope Church as well as an adjunct professor at Northwestern. Dave looks to the New Testament as he asks the overarching question: "Where is God in your story?"

References: Matthew 3:16, Luke 4 

Justin Jeppesen, Director of Spiritual Formation Programs, welcomes students back to school as he emphasizes the concept of "redefined." Justin discusses the importance of prayer in the current state of the world. 

References: Colossians 4:2 

Spring 2020 - Intimacy with God and Others: The Practice of Celebration and Worship 

Jo Saxton is an author, speaker, podcast host, and entrepreneurial coach. Jo asks the question "What are the grudges we still carry?" She focuses on the week's theme in worship as well as speaking on forgiveness. 

Intimacy with God & Others: The Practice of Confession

Jason Meyer is the Pastor for Preaching & Vision at Bethlehem Baptist Church. Jason speaks on racial issues and looks to the gospel for answers.

Spring 2020 - Intimacy with God and Others: The Practice of Silence and Solitude

Bethany Walker is a representative for Joni & Friends. Bethany speaks on being pro-life, with emphasis on the value of the end of life, as well as disability.