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.
Mondays from 7-8:15 pm. Have FX questions? Join us on our FACEBOOK page Book is required and participants should read the first to get answers live with NGA Cultivator and Pioneer chapters prior to the first session. Rev. Heather Jallad.
Ready to start a Fresh Expression and need help determining your next steps? Schedule a Local Church Workshop with NGA Cultivator and Pioneer Rev. Heather M. Jallad. 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.
Interactive Activities, Including:
Marshmallow Towers, People Mapping, Asset Mapping and much more.
Contact Rev. Jallad to schedule your workshop.
Do you...
...have an idea for a fresh expression but you don't know where to start?
...have a ministry that has potential to become a fresh expression of church?
...have a mission experiment already started but you could use help moving forward?
...need encouragement as you try to connect with new people who don't go to church?
Fresh Expressions Accelerator is your guide through the journey of starting fresh expressions of Church.
Ticket Options:
Launch Day + 12 months of Pioneer Training
Launch Day + 12 months of Pioneer Training+ 6 months of coaching circles
* Discounted participation is available for members of the North Georgia UMC (see registration link for more details)
This one-day workshop featuring David Fitch and J.R. Briggs will give you concrete methods for organizing your church to join God's mission in the world. Tickets include lunch and a copy of The book by David Fitch, "7 Practices for the Church on Mission".
We see the unfolding of Present Future Church that is breathing life and hope into existing congregations and the neighborhoods and networks around them.
This gathering will reconnect you with hope for the Church
Three days of immersive learning, expert advice and missional inspiration. Key note speakers will include Len Sweet and Tod Bolsinger amongst others.
iNorth Georgia participants can receive an Early Bird registration fee of $99 through November 30th using code NGAUMC. A $20 discount applies to NGA participants after the early bird period.
Introduced at Annual Conference, the Center for Congregational Excellence is offering $500 micro grants for new Fresh Expressions!
Step 1: Talk with your pastor about your Fresh Expression and get their approval
Step 2: Obtain approval from your Church Council or Administrative Board
Step 3: Submit your written proposal using the link below
Step 4: Participate in a call with the FX Cultivator about your proposal
Click here for FX Micro Grant Application
These Fresh Expression grants are “matching” up to $5000 per request. To be eligible for a Fresh Expressions grant, your local church must commit to ½ of the amount being requested. Grants can be requested up to twice (2X) per calendar year.
Fresh Expressions Grant Application
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