Listening, Learning – and What Comes Next
Marking the end of Josh Barker’s internship and the beginning of a new chapter Two years ago, Josh joined Fresh Expressions as an intern – stepping into the movement not…
Sacred Grounds: Coffee, Community, and a Different Kind of Faith
Where hospitality meets faith in the heart of London In the bustling heart of Soho, a different kind of Christian community is taking root. Sacred Grounds is a café, yes…
Rediscovering Ancient Rhythms in a Modern World
Oli Preston is no stranger to the tension between tradition and innovation. As the Rector of the United Benefice of Haworth and Cross Roads, he serves historic congregations while seeking…
The Courage to…
Lessons learned at Our Partners Learning Community in March 2025. Last week, we gathered for our FX Denominational Partners Learning Community under the theme 'The Courage to...'. It was a rich…
Faith Where You Are: Building Community in New Housing Areas
This post is inspired by a conversation with Fiona Barber on The Mission Shaped Podcast. Fiona is pioneering a Christian community in a new housing development in Derby, where 4,500…
Digital Saints
Nik Stevenson leads a vibrant community known as Digital Saints, which creatively blends online and outdoor activities for its members. Nestled in the scenic North Yorkshire region, this community is…
Saying Goodbye to the FX Apps: What’s Next?
After several years of serving our community through the FX Godsend and FX Stories apps, it’s time to say goodbye to these resources. We’ve maintained these two apps for years,…
Asylum: A Christian Community for the Alternative Scene
Asylum Fellowship is a Christian community in the heart of London’s alternative scene. Among punks, metalheads, and skeptics, Asylum creates space for open conversations about faith in an environment where…
Cultivating Faith and Community at Hazelnut Community Farm
John White’s vision for Hazelnut Community Farm is deeply rooted—both in the soil and in a fresh expression of church. What began as a seed of an idea has grown…
The Christian Community That Lives on TikTok
David Sims and the Digital Fresh Expression of Faith David Sims never set out to lead a Christian community on TikTok. Like many of us, he downloaded the app during…