Big Changes, Clearer Mission:
"Why We’re Changing—And What It Means for You"
Dear friends,
We’re excited to share some big news! As part of our mission to ignite hearts with the love of Christ and walk alongside you in faith, the I See a Movement Substack will now become the Draw Near Collective to better reflect and expand the ministry of our primary apostolate, Draw Near. This new chapter allows us to provide even more reflections, resources, and practical tools to inspire and equip you on your journey with Christ.
About Draw Near Collective
Welcome to Draw Near Collective—a vibrant Substack community inspired by the beauty of faith, family, missionary discipleship, ministry, and shared journeys toward Christ. Our mission is simple: to ignite hearts with the love of God and to walk alongside you in practical and uplifting ways as we all draw near to Him and to one another. Rooted in authenticity, joy, and a passion for sharing God’s transformative love, Draw Near Collective offers a space where faith comes alive through heartfelt stories, reflections, and insights.
Who We Are: We are Fred and Kara, best friends, ministry leaders, and storytellers with over 28 years of combined ministry experience and co-hosts of the Draw Near podcast. More importantly, we are joined by the contributors to this collective – friends and colleagues with a wealth of insight and experience of their own. Together, we bring a deep love for Christ and a desire to empower others to live their faith fully by sharing reflections, wisdom, and practical tools to inspire and equip you on your journey of faith and service in ministry.
What You’ll Find Here:
Inspiring Reflections: Personal stories and spiritual insights to encourage and challenge you in your faith.
Faith-Focused Content: Thoughtful essays, guest posts, and practical advice for growing closer to Christ in everyday life.
Practical Ministry Tips: Resources for parish hospitality, renewal, and effective catechesis.
Leadership Support: Tools and reflections tailored to ministry leaders, catechists, and those serving in the Church.
Podcasts: Exclusive content that complements our Draw Near podcast. Additionally, our I See a Movement podcast for those serving in ministry.
Community: Opportunities to engage with others on a similar journey, sharing questions, struggles, and victories in faith.
Why “Draw Near Collective”? The word “collective” reflects our vision to build a community that celebrates a diversity of voices within the Body of Christ. Here, we feature guest contributors who share their unique perspectives on faith, spirituality, discipleship, and ministry. Together, we learn, grow, and journey toward sainthood—one story, one reflection, and one step at a time.
Join the Movement: We believe in the power of radical love, authentic relationships, and a missionary spirit that sets hearts ablaze. Whether you’re looking for encouragement, community, or practical tools for deepening your faith and transforming your parish, Draw Near Collective is here to walk with you.
Subscribe (if you haven’t already) to receive weekly reflections, exclusive podcast and video content, practical ministry resources, and curated posts designed to inspire and equip you. Let’s draw near to Christ together and see how His love can transform our lives, our ministries, and the world. Welcome to the Draw Near Collective!
