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Ep: 023 Darren Middleton - Creating Safe Space for Sacred Transformation

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<blockquote class="wp-embedded-content" data-secret="8jVVi5fC3t"><a href="https://freshexpressions.org.uk/podcast/ep-023-darren-middleton-creating-safe-space-for-sacred-transformation/">Ep: 023 Darren Middleton &#8211; Creating Safe Space for Sacred Transformation</a></blockquote><iframe sandbox="allow-scripts" security="restricted" src="https://freshexpressions.org.uk/podcast/ep-023-darren-middleton-creating-safe-space-for-sacred-transformation/embed/#?secret=8jVVi5fC3t" width="500" height="350" title="&#8220;Ep: 023 Darren Middleton &#8211; Creating Safe Space for Sacred Transformation&#8221; &#8212; Fresh Expressions" data-secret="8jVVi5fC3t" frameborder="0" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no" class="wp-embedded-content"></iframe><script> /*! This file is auto-generated */ !function(d,l){"use strict";l.querySelector&&d.addEventListener&&"undefined"!=typeof URL&&(d.wp=d.wp||{},d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage||(d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage=function(e){var t=e.data;if((t||t.secret||t.message||t.value)&&!/[^a-zA-Z0-9]/.test(t.secret)){for(var s,r,n,a=l.querySelectorAll('iframe[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),o=l.querySelectorAll('blockquote[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),c=new RegExp("^https?:$","i"),i=0;i<o.length;i++)o[i].style.display="none";for(i=0;i<a.length;i++)s=a[i],e.source===s.contentWindow&&(s.removeAttribute("style"),"height"===t.message?(1e3<(r=parseInt(t.value,10))?r=1e3:~~r<200&&(r=200),s.height=r):"link"===t.message&&(r=new URL(s.getAttribute("src")),n=new URL(t.value),c.test(n.protocol))&&n.host===r.host&&l.activeElement===s&&(d.top.location.href=t.value))}},d.addEventListener("message",d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage,!1),l.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded",function(){for(var e,t,s=l.querySelectorAll("iframe.wp-embedded-content"),r=0;r<s.length;r++)(t=(e=s[r]).getAttribute("data-secret"))||(t=Math.random().toString(36).substring(2,12),e.src+="#?secret="+t,e.setAttribute("data-secret",t)),e.contentWindow.postMessage({message:"ready",secret:t},"*")},!1)))}(window,document); //# sourceURL=https://freshexpressions.org.uk/wp-includes/js/wp-embed.min.js </script>

Darren Middleton shares how Rev7, a high-end salon in Plymouth, becomes a safe, sacred space offering love, dignity, and transformation for people on the margins.

Show notes:

• Guest: Darren Middleton
• URLs: Rev 7 Hair.
• Episode host: Mark Robinson – fx Comms
• Join the discussion on our Facebook group 

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Ep: 022 James Shelton - Pilgrimage and Monastic Life in Rural England

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<blockquote class="wp-embedded-content" data-secret="PdO3v4yD2R"><a href="https://freshexpressions.org.uk/podcast/ep-022-james-shelton-pilgrimage-and-monastic-life-in-rural-england/">Ep: 022 James Shelton &#8211; Pilgrimage and Monastic Life in Rural England</a></blockquote><iframe sandbox="allow-scripts" security="restricted" src="https://freshexpressions.org.uk/podcast/ep-022-james-shelton-pilgrimage-and-monastic-life-in-rural-england/embed/#?secret=PdO3v4yD2R" width="500" height="350" title="&#8220;Ep: 022 James Shelton &#8211; Pilgrimage and Monastic Life in Rural England&#8221; &#8212; Fresh Expressions" data-secret="PdO3v4yD2R" frameborder="0" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no" class="wp-embedded-content"></iframe><script> /*! This file is auto-generated */ !function(d,l){"use strict";l.querySelector&&d.addEventListener&&"undefined"!=typeof URL&&(d.wp=d.wp||{},d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage||(d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage=function(e){var t=e.data;if((t||t.secret||t.message||t.value)&&!/[^a-zA-Z0-9]/.test(t.secret)){for(var s,r,n,a=l.querySelectorAll('iframe[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),o=l.querySelectorAll('blockquote[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),c=new RegExp("^https?:$","i"),i=0;i<o.length;i++)o[i].style.display="none";for(i=0;i<a.length;i++)s=a[i],e.source===s.contentWindow&&(s.removeAttribute("style"),"height"===t.message?(1e3<(r=parseInt(t.value,10))?r=1e3:~~r<200&&(r=200),s.height=r):"link"===t.message&&(r=new URL(s.getAttribute("src")),n=new URL(t.value),c.test(n.protocol))&&n.host===r.host&&l.activeElement===s&&(d.top.location.href=t.value))}},d.addEventListener("message",d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage,!1),l.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded",function(){for(var e,t,s=l.querySelectorAll("iframe.wp-embedded-content"),r=0;r<s.length;r++)(t=(e=s[r]).getAttribute("data-secret"))||(t=Math.random().toString(36).substring(2,12),e.src+="#?secret="+t,e.setAttribute("data-secret",t)),e.contentWindow.postMessage({message:"ready",secret:t},"*")},!1)))}(window,document); //# sourceURL=https://freshexpressions.org.uk/wp-includes/js/wp-embed.min.js </script>

James Shelton shares how ancient monastic rhythms and pilgrimage routes are revitalizing Christian community in rural England, offering spacious, Spirit-led discipleship beyond traditional church settings.

Show notes:

• Guest: James Shelton
• URLs:
  • Pilgrims as part of the Earsham Benefice.
  • Via Beata
• Episode host: Mark Robinson – fx Comms
• Join the discussion on our Facebook group 

Update about James: He’s just relocated to the north east

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Ep 020 Martha Pennel – Building Sacred Grounds in Soho

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<blockquote class="wp-embedded-content" data-secret="QeobJjFBVn"><a href="https://freshexpressions.org.uk/podcast/ep-020-martha-pennel-building-sacred-grounds-in-soho/">Ep 020 Martha Pennel – Building Sacred Grounds in Soho</a></blockquote><iframe sandbox="allow-scripts" security="restricted" src="https://freshexpressions.org.uk/podcast/ep-020-martha-pennel-building-sacred-grounds-in-soho/embed/#?secret=QeobJjFBVn" width="500" height="350" title="&#8220;Ep 020 Martha Pennel – Building Sacred Grounds in Soho&#8221; &#8212; Fresh Expressions" data-secret="QeobJjFBVn" frameborder="0" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no" class="wp-embedded-content"></iframe><script> /*! This file is auto-generated */ !function(d,l){"use strict";l.querySelector&&d.addEventListener&&"undefined"!=typeof URL&&(d.wp=d.wp||{},d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage||(d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage=function(e){var t=e.data;if((t||t.secret||t.message||t.value)&&!/[^a-zA-Z0-9]/.test(t.secret)){for(var s,r,n,a=l.querySelectorAll('iframe[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),o=l.querySelectorAll('blockquote[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),c=new RegExp("^https?:$","i"),i=0;i<o.length;i++)o[i].style.display="none";for(i=0;i<a.length;i++)s=a[i],e.source===s.contentWindow&&(s.removeAttribute("style"),"height"===t.message?(1e3<(r=parseInt(t.value,10))?r=1e3:~~r<200&&(r=200),s.height=r):"link"===t.message&&(r=new URL(s.getAttribute("src")),n=new URL(t.value),c.test(n.protocol))&&n.host===r.host&&l.activeElement===s&&(d.top.location.href=t.value))}},d.addEventListener("message",d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage,!1),l.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded",function(){for(var e,t,s=l.querySelectorAll("iframe.wp-embedded-content"),r=0;r<s.length;r++)(t=(e=s[r]).getAttribute("data-secret"))||(t=Math.random().toString(36).substring(2,12),e.src+="#?secret="+t,e.setAttribute("data-secret",t)),e.contentWindow.postMessage({message:"ready",secret:t},"*")},!1)))}(window,document); //# sourceURL=https://freshexpressions.org.uk/wp-includes/js/wp-embed.min.js </script>

Martha Pennel shares how Sacred Grounds fosters authentic community in Soho through radical hospitality, deep listening, and a flexible, faith-rooted coffee space.

Show notes:

• Guest: Martha Pennel
• Community: Sacred Grounds at St Annes, Soho
• Episode host: Mark Robinson – fx Comms
• Join the discussion on our Facebook group 

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Ep 019 Oli Preston – Ancient Rhythms, New Communities

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<blockquote class="wp-embedded-content" data-secret="U7sT0Pk0zv"><a href="https://freshexpressions.org.uk/podcast/ep-019-oli-preston-ancient-rhythms-new-communities/">Ep 019 Oli Preston – Ancient Rhythms, New Communities</a></blockquote><iframe sandbox="allow-scripts" security="restricted" src="https://freshexpressions.org.uk/podcast/ep-019-oli-preston-ancient-rhythms-new-communities/embed/#?secret=U7sT0Pk0zv" width="500" height="350" title="&#8220;Ep 019 Oli Preston – Ancient Rhythms, New Communities&#8221; &#8212; Fresh Expressions" data-secret="U7sT0Pk0zv" frameborder="0" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no" class="wp-embedded-content"></iframe><script> /*! This file is auto-generated */ !function(d,l){"use strict";l.querySelector&&d.addEventListener&&"undefined"!=typeof URL&&(d.wp=d.wp||{},d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage||(d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage=function(e){var t=e.data;if((t||t.secret||t.message||t.value)&&!/[^a-zA-Z0-9]/.test(t.secret)){for(var s,r,n,a=l.querySelectorAll('iframe[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),o=l.querySelectorAll('blockquote[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),c=new RegExp("^https?:$","i"),i=0;i<o.length;i++)o[i].style.display="none";for(i=0;i<a.length;i++)s=a[i],e.source===s.contentWindow&&(s.removeAttribute("style"),"height"===t.message?(1e3<(r=parseInt(t.value,10))?r=1e3:~~r<200&&(r=200),s.height=r):"link"===t.message&&(r=new URL(s.getAttribute("src")),n=new URL(t.value),c.test(n.protocol))&&n.host===r.host&&l.activeElement===s&&(d.top.location.href=t.value))}},d.addEventListener("message",d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage,!1),l.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded",function(){for(var e,t,s=l.querySelectorAll("iframe.wp-embedded-content"),r=0;r<s.length;r++)(t=(e=s[r]).getAttribute("data-secret"))||(t=Math.random().toString(36).substring(2,12),e.src+="#?secret="+t,e.setAttribute("data-secret",t)),e.contentWindow.postMessage({message:"ready",secret:t},"*")},!1)))}(window,document); //# sourceURL=https://freshexpressions.org.uk/wp-includes/js/wp-embed.min.js </script>

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Ollie Preston shares his journey as a pioneer within traditional Anglican churches, exploring how ancient practices like Compline can foster new Christian communities in unexpected places.

• Guest: Oli Preston
• Episode host: Mark Robinson – fx Comms
• Join the discussion on our Facebook group 

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Ep 018 Fiona Barber – Building Faith in New Housing Communities

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<blockquote class="wp-embedded-content" data-secret="uWngBZB3Yo"><a href="https://freshexpressions.org.uk/podcast/ep-018-fiona-barber-building-faith-in-new-housing-communities/">Ep 018 Fiona Barber – Building Faith in New Housing Communities</a></blockquote><iframe sandbox="allow-scripts" security="restricted" src="https://freshexpressions.org.uk/podcast/ep-018-fiona-barber-building-faith-in-new-housing-communities/embed/#?secret=uWngBZB3Yo" width="500" height="350" title="&#8220;Ep 018 Fiona Barber – Building Faith in New Housing Communities&#8221; &#8212; Fresh Expressions" data-secret="uWngBZB3Yo" frameborder="0" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no" class="wp-embedded-content"></iframe><script> /*! This file is auto-generated */ !function(d,l){"use strict";l.querySelector&&d.addEventListener&&"undefined"!=typeof URL&&(d.wp=d.wp||{},d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage||(d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage=function(e){var t=e.data;if((t||t.secret||t.message||t.value)&&!/[^a-zA-Z0-9]/.test(t.secret)){for(var s,r,n,a=l.querySelectorAll('iframe[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),o=l.querySelectorAll('blockquote[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),c=new RegExp("^https?:$","i"),i=0;i<o.length;i++)o[i].style.display="none";for(i=0;i<a.length;i++)s=a[i],e.source===s.contentWindow&&(s.removeAttribute("style"),"height"===t.message?(1e3<(r=parseInt(t.value,10))?r=1e3:~~r<200&&(r=200),s.height=r):"link"===t.message&&(r=new URL(s.getAttribute("src")),n=new URL(t.value),c.test(n.protocol))&&n.host===r.host&&l.activeElement===s&&(d.top.location.href=t.value))}},d.addEventListener("message",d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage,!1),l.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded",function(){for(var e,t,s=l.querySelectorAll("iframe.wp-embedded-content"),r=0;r<s.length;r++)(t=(e=s[r]).getAttribute("data-secret"))||(t=Math.random().toString(36).substring(2,12),e.src+="#?secret="+t,e.setAttribute("data-secret",t)),e.contentWindow.postMessage({message:"ready",secret:t},"*")},!1)))}(window,document); //# sourceURL=https://freshexpressions.org.uk/wp-includes/js/wp-embed.min.js </script>

Show notes:

Fiona Barber shares her journey of building faith-filled communities in new housing developments. Discover how intentional relationships, community gatherings, and fresh expressions of worship are forming outside traditional church settings.

• Guest: Fiona Barber
• Episode host: Mark Robinson – fx Comms
• Join the discussion on our Facebook group 

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Ep 016 Dave Cotterill - Community Collaboration

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<blockquote class="wp-embedded-content" data-secret="xJ2FwsiIh8"><a href="https://freshexpressions.org.uk/podcast/ep-016-dave-cotterill-community-collaboration/">Ep 016 Dave Cotterill &#8211; Community Collaboration</a></blockquote><iframe sandbox="allow-scripts" security="restricted" src="https://freshexpressions.org.uk/podcast/ep-016-dave-cotterill-community-collaboration/embed/#?secret=xJ2FwsiIh8" width="500" height="350" title="&#8220;Ep 016 Dave Cotterill &#8211; Community Collaboration&#8221; &#8212; Fresh Expressions" data-secret="xJ2FwsiIh8" frameborder="0" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no" class="wp-embedded-content"></iframe><script> /*! This file is auto-generated */ !function(d,l){"use strict";l.querySelector&&d.addEventListener&&"undefined"!=typeof URL&&(d.wp=d.wp||{},d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage||(d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage=function(e){var t=e.data;if((t||t.secret||t.message||t.value)&&!/[^a-zA-Z0-9]/.test(t.secret)){for(var s,r,n,a=l.querySelectorAll('iframe[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),o=l.querySelectorAll('blockquote[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),c=new RegExp("^https?:$","i"),i=0;i<o.length;i++)o[i].style.display="none";for(i=0;i<a.length;i++)s=a[i],e.source===s.contentWindow&&(s.removeAttribute("style"),"height"===t.message?(1e3<(r=parseInt(t.value,10))?r=1e3:~~r<200&&(r=200),s.height=r):"link"===t.message&&(r=new URL(s.getAttribute("src")),n=new URL(t.value),c.test(n.protocol))&&n.host===r.host&&l.activeElement===s&&(d.top.location.href=t.value))}},d.addEventListener("message",d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage,!1),l.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded",function(){for(var e,t,s=l.querySelectorAll("iframe.wp-embedded-content"),r=0;r<s.length;r++)(t=(e=s[r]).getAttribute("data-secret"))||(t=Math.random().toString(36).substring(2,12),e.src+="#?secret="+t,e.setAttribute("data-secret",t)),e.contentWindow.postMessage({message:"ready",secret:t},"*")},!1)))}(window,document); //# sourceURL=https://freshexpressions.org.uk/wp-includes/js/wp-embed.min.js </script>

Show notes:

Dave Cotterill shares how SoulCommunitysSA blends mental well-being, creativity, and faith to shape vibrant, trusting spaces in London’s diverse Deptford area

• Guest: Dave Cotterill
• Connect with Dave here: @soulcommunitysa
• Episode host: Mark Robinson – fx Comms
• Join the discussion on our Facebook group 

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Ep 015 Rachel Oatridge - Navigating New Beginnings

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<blockquote class="wp-embedded-content" data-secret="3RQUvl0AdU"><a href="https://freshexpressions.org.uk/podcast/ep-015-rachel-oatridge/">Ep 015 Rachel Oatridge &#8211; Navigating New Beginnings</a></blockquote><iframe sandbox="allow-scripts" security="restricted" src="https://freshexpressions.org.uk/podcast/ep-015-rachel-oatridge/embed/#?secret=3RQUvl0AdU" width="500" height="350" title="&#8220;Ep 015 Rachel Oatridge &#8211; Navigating New Beginnings&#8221; &#8212; Fresh Expressions" data-secret="3RQUvl0AdU" frameborder="0" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no" class="wp-embedded-content"></iframe><script> /*! This file is auto-generated */ !function(d,l){"use strict";l.querySelector&&d.addEventListener&&"undefined"!=typeof URL&&(d.wp=d.wp||{},d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage||(d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage=function(e){var t=e.data;if((t||t.secret||t.message||t.value)&&!/[^a-zA-Z0-9]/.test(t.secret)){for(var s,r,n,a=l.querySelectorAll('iframe[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),o=l.querySelectorAll('blockquote[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),c=new RegExp("^https?:$","i"),i=0;i<o.length;i++)o[i].style.display="none";for(i=0;i<a.length;i++)s=a[i],e.source===s.contentWindow&&(s.removeAttribute("style"),"height"===t.message?(1e3<(r=parseInt(t.value,10))?r=1e3:~~r<200&&(r=200),s.height=r):"link"===t.message&&(r=new URL(s.getAttribute("src")),n=new URL(t.value),c.test(n.protocol))&&n.host===r.host&&l.activeElement===s&&(d.top.location.href=t.value))}},d.addEventListener("message",d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage,!1),l.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded",function(){for(var e,t,s=l.querySelectorAll("iframe.wp-embedded-content"),r=0;r<s.length;r++)(t=(e=s[r]).getAttribute("data-secret"))||(t=Math.random().toString(36).substring(2,12),e.src+="#?secret="+t,e.setAttribute("data-secret",t)),e.contentWindow.postMessage({message:"ready",secret:t},"*")},!1)))}(window,document); //# sourceURL=https://freshexpressions.org.uk/wp-includes/js/wp-embed.min.js </script>

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Rachel Oatridge shares her journey of messy, family-oriented ministry, blending coaching and community-building, while adapting to God’s unexpected directions. A powerful story of resilience and faith.

• Guest: Rachel Oatridge
• Connect with Rachel here: Oatridge Coaching
• Episode host: Mark Robinson – fx Comms
• Join the discussion on our Facebook group 

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