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Exploring new ways of being the church.

new people

new places

new ways

Forming faith communities
in unexpected places.

“A Fresh Expression is a form of church for our changing culture established primarily for the benefit of people who are not yet members of any church.”
— Bishop Steven Croft, Church of England

Four Missional Values of Fresh Expressions

Fresh Expressions are created when Christians seek out simple ways to love those around them, create space for community to grow, and expand their definition of what the church can be.

Every Fresh Expression of church is unique. They are found in coffee shops, tattoo parlors, homes, parks, beaches, online spaces, and more. Yet, there are four core missional values that define every Fresh Expression:

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INCLUSIVE

A manifestation of God’s outreaching love

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ACCESSIBLE

Culturally appropriate, close, and contextual

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TRANSFORMATIVE

Empowering spiritual growth and equipping for works of love

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CONNECTIONAL

Existing in a relationship with each other and the wider church

Stories

Storytellers in Studio | First UMC Melbourne

Story: Taste of Grace

Storytellers In the Studio | Northwest Florida

Story: Sunday Soul Brunch

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Fresh Expressions is about listening to what the Spirit is already up to in our communities and forming wells for the living water that is already bubbling up from the ground.

Rev. Dr. Michael Beck
Director of Fresh Expressions FL

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Events

Find events and training opportunities for clergy and lay people at any stage of the Fresh Expressions journey.

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What is Fresh Expressions?

Learn the theological and historical roots of the Fresh Expressions movement.

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