New People // New Ways
What does a distinctly Wesleyan, Spirit-led movement that reaches people neglected by the church look like? Join the Fresh Expressions Florida team as they explore missional mischief-making with everyday people who are cultivating Christian communities of love and grace that serve those outside the typical church.
Episodes
Tuesday Mar 19, 2024
Ep. 27 with Martyn Atkins
Tuesday Mar 19, 2024
Tuesday Mar 19, 2024
In Episode 27, our guest is Martyn Atkins. Martyn is a minister, professor, and leader within Methodism and the Fresh Expressions Movement. He has served in the Methodist Church of Great Britain in a variety of appointments for over 40 years.In this episode, we discuss the history of the Fresh Expressions, the future of the movement, and his new book Saving Church with Ken Carter.
Order Saving Church here: https://www.amazon.com/Saving-Church-Restoring-Missional-Evangelism/dp/1953495885
About New People // New Ways:What does a distinctly Wesleyan, Spirit-led movement that reaches people neglected by the church look like? Join the Fresh Expressions Florida team as they explore missional mischief-making with everyday people who are cultivating Christian communities of love and grace that serve those outside the typical church.Hosted by Michael Adam Beck and Piper Ramsey-Sumner, New People // New Ways is a show in partnership with Fresh Expressions Florida of the Florida United Methodist Church and Fresh Expressions UM from Path 1 at UMC Discipleship Ministries. Tune in if you desire to reach new people in new places and through new ways!
Fresh Expressions FL: https://www.freshexpressionsfl.org/Fresh Expressions UM: https://tinyurl.com/yubeu2r4
Fresh Expressions FL Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freshexpressionsfl/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freshexpressionsfl/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FExpressionsFL
Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
Ep. 26 with Charles DiRico
Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
For Episode 26, our guest is Charles DiRico. Charles is an ordained elder in the United Methodist Church who currently leads a network of meal-based fresh expressions of church that is known as Word on the Street, building community for persons who are experiencing homelessness and in a bilingual setting in a local mobile home community in the Charlotte, NC area.
In this episode, we discuss the power of listening and loving, how God calls us to go beyond our church buildings, and the transformative simplicity of sharing a meal.
Learn more about Word on the Street here: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100080641125057
Follow WOTS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wordonthestreet_nc/
About New People // New Ways:
What does a distinctly Wesleyan, Spirit-led movement that reaches people neglected by the church look like? Join the Fresh Expressions Florida team as they explore missional mischief-making with everyday people who are cultivating Christian communities of love and grace that serve those outside the typical church.
Hosted by Michael Adam Beck and Piper Ramsey-Sumner, New People // New Ways is a show in partnership with Fresh Expressions Florida of the Florida United Methodist Church and Fresh Expressions UM from Path 1 at UMC Discipleship Ministries. Tune in if you desire to reach new people in new places and through new ways!
Fresh Expressions FL: https://www.freshexpressionsfl.org/
Fresh Expressions UM: https://tinyurl.com/yubeu2r4
Fresh Expressions FL Social Media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freshexpressionsfl/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freshexpressionsfl/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FExpressionsFL
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
Ep. 25 with Emma and Mark Cotterill
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
In Episode 25, we are joined by Emma and Mark Cotterill. They work for the Salvation Army, planting spiritual communities and equipping leaders in Manchester, UK and now Helsingborg, Sweden. Emma and Mark founded a network for pioneer leaders called Venture12. Mark is a coach and consultant with 5Q, a resource for leaders that uses the ministry assessment tool, APEST. Emma is the partnership director of the Movement Leaders Collective, which overlooks 64 organizations and 550 leaders worldwide that are working to build movements and increase Kingdom Impact.
In this episode, we discuss the challenges of building Christian community in Swedish cutlure, the church as a movement, the church as the embodiment of hope, and our call to pursue justice for the least of these.
Listen to Emma and Mark’s podcast, Venture 12, anywhere you listen to podcasts.
Find them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/V12Podcast/Learn about 5Q: https://5qcentral.com/Learn about the Movement Leaders Collective: https://movementleaderscollective.com/
About New People // New Ways:
What does a distinctly Wesleyan, Spirit-led movement that reaches people neglected by the church look like? Join the Fresh Expressions Florida team as they explore missional mischief-making with everyday people who are cultivating Christian communities of love and grace that serve those outside the typical church.
Hosted by Michael Adam Beck and Piper Ramsey-Sumner, New People // New Ways is a show in partnership with Fresh Expressions Florida of the Florida United Methodist Church and Fresh Expressions UM from Path 1 at UMC Discipleship Ministries. Tune in if you desire to reach new people in new places and through new ways!
Fresh Expressions FL: https://www.freshexpressionsfl.org/Fresh Expressions UM: https://tinyurl.com/yubeu2r4
Fresh Expressions FL Social Media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freshexpressionsfl/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freshexpressionsfl/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FExpressionsFL
Tuesday Feb 06, 2024
Ep. 24 with Woo Kang
Tuesday Feb 06, 2024
Tuesday Feb 06, 2024
In Episode 24, we are joined by Woo Kang. Woo is an Associate Pastor of the Nett Church, a multisite United Methodist Church located northwest of Atlanta, Georgia. He is also the Lead Pastor of At The Table, a dinner church in Historic Norcross, Georgia that was planted in February of 2023 as a campus of The Nett.In this episode, we discuss multicultural ministry, food and spirituality, church hurt, and new approaches to spiritual community for young adults.
Follow At the Table: https://www.instagram.com/atthetable_norcross/Learn More about The Nett: https://www.thenettchurch.com/
About New People // New Ways:What does a distinctly Wesleyan, Spirit-led movement that reaches people neglected by the church look like? Join the Fresh Expressions Florida team as they explore missional mischief-making with everyday people who are cultivating Christian communities of love and grace that serve those outside the typical church.Hosted by Michael Adam Beck and Piper Ramsey-Sumner, New People // New Ways is a show in partnership with Fresh Expressions Florida of the Florida United Methodist Church and Fresh Expressions UM from Path 1 at UMC Discipleship Ministries. Tune in if you desire to reach new people in new places and through new ways!
Fresh Expressions FL: https://www.freshexpressionsfl.org/Fresh Expressions UM: https://tinyurl.com/yubeu2r4
Fresh Expressions FL Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freshexpressionsfl/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freshexpressionsfl/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FExpressionsFL
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
Ep. 23 with Stephanie Moore Hand
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
In Episode 23, we are joined by Rev. Dr. Stephanie Moore Hand. Previously an executive for a Fortune 500 company, Stephanie is a United Methodist minister and Vitality Strategist for the Western North Carolina Conference of the United Methodist Church Metro district service 126 churches. She has launched innovative ministries, developed new faith communities, run for political office, and is, most recently, co-author of Doing Justice Together alongside Michael Adam Beck.
In this episode, we discuss vitality in local congregations, the biblical and theological basis for racial justice work, and healing racialization through justice-oriented, contextual expressions of church.
Follow Stephanie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniemoorehand/
Pre-order Stephanie and Michael’s book: https://www.abingdonpress.com/product/9781791032791/
About New People // New Ways:
What does a distinctly Wesleyan, Spirit-led movement that reaches people neglected by the church look like? Join the Fresh Expressions Florida team as they explore missional mischief-making with everyday people who are cultivating Christian communities of love and grace that serve those outside the typical church.
Hosted by Michael Adam Beck and Piper Ramsey-Sumner, New People // New Ways is a show in partnership with Fresh Expressions Florida of the Florida United Methodist Church and Fresh Expressions UM from Path 1 at UMC Discipleship Ministries. Tune in if you desire to reach new people in new places and through new ways!
Fresh Expressions FL: https://www.freshexpressionsfl.org/
Fresh Expressions UM: https://tinyurl.com/yubeu2r4
Fresh Expressions FL Social Media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freshexpressionsfl/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freshexpressionsfl/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FExpressionsFL
Tuesday Jan 09, 2024
Ep. 22 with Chris and Jaidy Smith
Tuesday Jan 09, 2024
Tuesday Jan 09, 2024
In Episode 22, we are joined by Chris and Jaidy Smith. Chris and Jaidy are a pastoral team serving in central North Carolina at Jordan Memorial UMC and La Luz De Cristo IMU. Jaidy was born and raised in Puerto Rico while Chris is a native to North Carolina.
They met in Puerto Rico and began a life together nearly 14 years ago. Their marriage reflects two cultures coming together in the same way it does in their ministry. Through their Fresh Expressions in rural and suburban areas in Western North Carolina, Chris and Jaidy seek ways to bridge cultural and language barriers, creating spaces for authentic love-based communities.
In this episode, we discuss multicultural community building, the epidemic of loneliness, and Expresiones de Amor.
Follow Jaidy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaidypr/
Learn more about Creciendo Juntas here: https://fxwnc.substack.com/p/jaidymar-smith-and-creciendo-juntas
About New People // New Ways:
What does a distinctly Wesleyan, Spirit-led movement that reaches people neglected by the church look like? Join the Fresh Expressions Florida team as they explore missional mischief-making with everyday people who are cultivating Christian communities of love and grace that serve those outside the typical church.
Hosted by Michael Adam Beck and Piper Ramsey-Sumner, New People // New Ways is a show in partnership with Fresh Expressions Florida of the Florida United Methodist Church and Fresh Expressions UM from Path 1 at UMC Discipleship Ministries. Tune in if you desire to reach new people in new places and through new ways!
Fresh Expressions FL: https://www.freshexpressionsfl.org/
Fresh Expressions UM: https://tinyurl.com/yubeu2r4
Fresh Expressions FL Social Media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freshexpressionsfl/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freshexpressionsfl/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FExpressionsFL
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
Ep. 21 with Amie Martin
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
In Episode 21, we are joined by Amie Martin. Amie is an ordained elder in the Missouri Conference of the United Methodist Church and planting pastor of 80-Twenty United Methodist Church in O’Fallon, MO.
In this episode, we discuss the unique structure of 80-Twenty, communal care, church in community spaces, and the role of the church in society.
Learn more about 80-Twenty UMC at 80twentychurch.org.
About New People // New Ways:
What does a distinctly Wesleyan, Spirit-led movement that reaches people neglected by the church look like? Join the Fresh Expressions Florida team as they explore missional mischief-making with everyday people who are cultivating Christian communities of love and grace that serve those outside the typical church.
Hosted by Michael Adam Beck and Piper Ramsey-Sumner, New People // New Ways is a show in partnership with Fresh Expressions Florida of the Florida United Methodist Church and Fresh Expressions UM from Path 1 at UMC Discipleship Ministries. Tune in if you desire to reach new people in new places and through new ways!
Fresh Expressions FL: https://www.freshexpressionsfl.org/
Fresh Expressions UM: https://tinyurl.com/yubeu2r4
Fresh Expressions FL Social Media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freshexpressionsfl/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freshexpressionsfl/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FExpressionsFL
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
Ep. 20 with Brett DeHart
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
Our guest for Episode 20 is Brett Dehart. Brett is the Senior Pastor of Aldersgate United Methodist Church in Augusta, Georgia. Through his passion for reaching new people, community engagement and missional outreach increase in each congregation he has served throughout his 20 years as a pastor.
In this episode, we discuss the blended ecology, Fresh Expressions reviving congregations, and the gift of desperation.
Learn more about Brett here: brettdehart.com
About New People // New Ways:
What does a distinctly Wesleyan, Spirit-led movement that reaches people neglected by the church look like? Join the Fresh Expressions Florida team as they explore missional mischief-making with everyday people who are cultivating Christian communities of love and grace that serve those outside the typical church.
Hosted by Michael Adam Beck and Piper Ramsey-Sumner, New People // New Ways is a show in partnership with Fresh Expressions Florida of the Florida United Methodist Church and Fresh Expressions UM from Path 1 at UMC Discipleship Ministries. Tune in if you desire to reach new people in new places and through new ways!
Fresh Expressions FL: https://www.freshexpressionsfl.org/
Fresh Expressions UM: https://tinyurl.com/yubeu2r4
Fresh Expressions FL Social Media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freshexpressionsfl/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freshexpressionsfl/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FExpressionsFL
Wednesday Oct 11, 2023
Ep. 19 with Tiffany McCall
Wednesday Oct 11, 2023
Wednesday Oct 11, 2023
In Ep. 19, our guest is Tiffany McCall. Tiffany is the senior Pastor of First United Methodist Church in downtown Jacksonville. Rev. McCall has an extensive background in leadership development and is a practitioner of Fresh Expressions. In the last year, she has established Pillars Plus Foundation Inc. to help connect the church with the community. Her passion is people, learning, serving, dancing, gardening, and sharing the love of God with others.
In the episode, we discuss how clergy can build up lay leaders to participate in Fresh Expressions, reimagining our church spaces to serve the community, and the value of leadership development.
First UMC Jacksonville: fumc-jax.org
Pillars Plus Foundation: pillarsplus.org
About New People // New Ways:
What does a distinctly Wesleyan, Spirit-led movement that reaches people neglected by the church look like? Join the Fresh Expressions Florida team as they explore missional mischief-making with everyday people who are cultivating Christian communities of love and grace that serve those outside the typical church.
Hosted by Michael Adam Beck and Piper Ramsey-Sumner, New People // New Ways is a show in partnership with Fresh Expressions Florida of the Florida United Methodist Church and Fresh Expressions UM from Path 1 at UMC Discipleship Ministries. Tune in if you desire to reach new people in new places and through new ways!
Fresh Expressions FL: https://www.freshexpressionsfl.org/
Fresh Expressions UM: https://tinyurl.com/yubeu2r4
Fresh Expressions FL Social Media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freshexpressionsfl/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freshexpressionsfl/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FExpressionsFL
Thursday Sep 28, 2023
Ep. 18 with Andrés Pérez González
Thursday Sep 28, 2023
Thursday Sep 28, 2023
In Ep. 18, our guest is Andrés Pérez González. Andrés is a Latinx fellow at Duke Divinity School and the founder of a bilingual latino/a faith community called Brazos Abiertos UMC based in Greensboro, NC.
In the episode, we discuss cultural differences around the Americas, the beauty of bilingual worship, creating communities of belonging before believing, and liberation theology.
Learn more about Andrés and Brazos Abiertos UMC here:
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@brazosabiertosumc
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brazosabiertosumc
Substack: https://brazosabiertosumc.substack.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brazosabiertosumc/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/brazosabumc
Hispanic House of Studies at Duke University Divinity School:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lacasadds/
Website: https://divinity.duke.edu/formation/houses-of-study/hispanic-house
About New People // New Ways:
What does a distinctly Wesleyan, Spirit-led movement that reaches people neglected by the church look like? Join the Fresh Expressions Florida team as they explore missional mischief-making with everyday people who are cultivating Christian communities of love and grace that serve those outside the typical church.
Hosted by Michael Adam Beck and Piper Ramsey-Sumner, New People // New Ways is a show in partnership with Fresh Expressions Florida of the Florida United Methodist Church and Fresh Expressions UM from Path 1 at UMC Discipleship Ministries. Tune in if you desire to reach new people in new places and through new ways!
Fresh Expressions FL: https://www.freshexpressionsfl.org/
Fresh Expressions UM: https://tinyurl.com/yubeu2r4
Fresh Expressions FL Social Media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freshexpressionsfl/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freshexpressionsfl/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FExpressionsFL
About New People // New Ways
Hosted by Michael Adam Beck and Piper Ramsey-Sumner, New People // New Ways is a show in partnership with Fresh Expressions Florida of the Florida United Methodist Church and Fresh Expressions UM from Path 1 at UMC Discipleship Ministries. Tune in if you desire to reach new people in new places and through new ways!
You can also listen and watch our podcast on YouTube.
Learn more:
Visit the Fresh Expressions FL website here!
Visit the Fresh Expressions UM website here!
Fresh Expressions FL Social Media:
Facebook: @freshexpressionsfl
Instagram: @freshexpressionsfl
Twitter: @FExpressionsFL