New People // New Ways

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

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

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

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

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

In Ep. 17, we are joined by Tracy Rose. Tracy is the Lay Leader at Good Samaritan UMC in Tallahassee, FL, a fresh expressions practitioner, and a recent graduate of the Adventurers Leadership Academy. 
In the episode, we discuss church hurt, the importance of lay people in innovative ministry, the Adventurers Leadership Academy, and creating an inclusive future for the church.
Learn more about Tracy and her work here:
Reconciling Ministries: https://rmnetwork.org/
Midweek Grind Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1516886845482892/
Midweek Grind Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midweekgrind/
Tracy’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracysmessyworld/
Tracy’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mymessyworld
 
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

In this episode, we are joined by Susan Arnold. Susan is an ordained elder in The United Methodist Church, currently serving in the Holston Conference in Kingsport, TN. She is also a wife, mom, grandmother, educator, and loves spending time in prayer.
In the episode, we discuss the blended ecology, the circuit riders of today, living in a network society, and the beauty and power of prayer.
Learn more about Susan’s work in the Holston Conference of the United Methodist Church here: https://www.holston.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

For Episode 15 we are joined by Tiffania Icaza Willetts. Tiffania is a former missionary, ordained Elder in the United Methodist Church, and pastor of Seminole Heights UMC in Tampa, FL, where the church connects with their community through shared meals, family fun, and more.
In the episode, we discuss the importance of listening in mission, cultural awareness, ministering to your community, and Messy Church.
Learn more about Tiffania’s ministry at Seminole Heights UMC here: https://www.semheights.com/
Find the church on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/semheights
 
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

In Ep. 14, we are joined by Luke Edwards. Luke is the Associate Director of Church Development for the Western North Carolina Conference of the United Methodist Church, a trainer for Fresh Expressions North America and Fresh Expressions United Methodist, and a professionally trained ministry coach. He is the author of “Becoming Church: A Trail Guide for Starting Fresh Expressions.”
 
In the episode, we discuss the practical ways to explore Fresh Expressions, deep listening, and the connection between friendship and discipleship.
 
Learn more about Adventurers Leadership Academy: https://www.freshexpressionsfl.org/ala
Discover what’s happening with Western North Carolina Fresh Expressions:
https://www.wnccumc.org/FX
https://www.facebook.com/fxwncc
 
Find Luke online:
https://www.thelisteningchurch.com/
 
Check out Luke’s book, “Becoming Church” here: https://freshexpressions.com/becomingchurch
 
 
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

For Ep. 13 of New People // New Ways, we are joined by Rev. Dr. Heather Jallad. Heather is the Pastor of Community Engagement at Cannon United Methodist Church outside of Atlanta, GA. She serves as Fresh Expressions Specialist for the North Georgia Conference as well as a Missions Strategist and Trainer for Fresh Expressions NA. She recently earned her DMin from the United Theological Seminary Fresh Expressions House of Study.
In the episode, we discuss the Wesleyan roots of Fresh Expressions, persons of peace, dinner church, and discipleship.
 
Learn more about Adventurers Leadership Academy: https://www.freshexpressionsfl.org/ala
Discover what’s happening with North Georgia Fresh Expressions:
https://www.ngumc.org/freshexpressions
https://www.facebook.com/fxngumc
 
Find Heather online:
https://www.facebook.com/heather.jallad
https://www.instagram.com/preachheather/
 
Gather and Graze Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/510548649927540/
 
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