A fresh expression is a new form of church for those not connected to any church. They take shape outside of the walls of the church in places where our neighbors are already gathering. Fresh expressions in the North Georgia Conference are making new disciples and are passing on the traditions of our Wesleyan faith in new and creative ways. Fresh expressions are anchored to existing churches, connecting churches with people who would never enter the church building on a Sunday morning. They do not exist to get people to come to our church, but rather to form new faith communities in places where people are already gathering.
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God is at work throughout our communities and in the lives of all people. In my work as a pastor and pioneer of new things, I get to work with, coach, and learn from others, tilling soil, planting seeds and praying for rain as we dig in and engage our communities for the mission of God. Finding Common Ground moves us to be present in the places where space might be cultivated for connection and relationship that becomes rooted in the Christian community.
In the midst of a rapidly changing ministry landscape, Fresh Expressions invites you to join us for a day of envisioning the unique ways the Holy Spirit might be inviting you to step deeper into mission.
In this interactive day of training you will:
- Catalyze a vision for a church that sends out the everyday people of God to be on mission in their networks and neighborhoods
- Brainstorm ways to connect with people your church may not be currently engaging
- Discover how fresh expressions of church can emerge alongside your traditional church
- Explore creative ways of being the church in the world today
Fresh Expressions is working together with ministry leaders to bring you the best of innovative practices that are transforming churches and mission across North America. Join us to discover actionable steps that any congregation can take to be a more effective witness in the world in which we find ourselves.
Cost: $30/person (North Georgia UMC affiliates)
$50/person (General Admission)
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Local Church Workshop
Ready to start a Fresh Expression and need help determining your next steps? Schedule a Local Church Workshop!
Local Church Workshops typically include:
Why the Church Needs Fresh Expressions
Discover the current state of the North American Church and a new way to reach our communities.
How to Start a Fresh Expression of Church
Learn five steps that any church community can take to experiment with new forms of Church.
Three Roles in a Mixed Economy Church
Help your church members find their place in the Fresh Expressions approach to mission.
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