Examples of Fresh Expressions
“God has built experimentation into the fabric of creation. Civilisation is the history of experiments that worked. If experimentation is a vital part of being human, should it not be part of church as well? Many fresh expressions start as experiments, and we pray that they will continue to be filled with the Spirit of creativity.”
John White’s vision for Hazelnut Community Farm is deeply rooted—both in the soil and in a fresh expression of church. What began …
David Sims and the Digital Fresh Expression of Faith David Sims never set out to lead a Christian community on TikTok. Like …
Linda Maslen leads Wrestling Church, an unconventional Christian community that bridges faith and local wrestling culture in Bradford, UK. Unlike traditional church …
Exploring Ark Church: Building Community Through Relationships In the heart of Rotherham, South Yorkshire, Ark Church is a vibrant community rooted in …
Eryl Parry, along with her husband David, leads the Caru Conwy community in North Wales, exemplifying the fresh expressions approach to new …
Peter Laws found faith in the most unexpected place—horror. Raised with skepticism toward Christianity, he discovered that his love for horror films, …
Beth Munn, along with her husband John, leads the Faversham Salvation Army, a community committed to the Fresh Expressions approach to new …
Sorted began life in 2003 in North Bradford with the simple aim of getting alongside young people, building relationships and empowering them …
Starting and developing a Fresh Expression is a creative process. Practitioners may have an idea of what they want to do and how, but it’s only when they take the leap of faith and try something that God begins to reveal the next steps and it’s often surprising where they lead. Most practitioners will say that the Fresh Expression they are a part of now, doesn’t look like the initial idea they started with, which is what makes Fresh Expressions so unique. Whilst one fx might be inspired by another, it will begin to form its own identity as the context and those who connect with it help shape it.
Fresh Expressions is a movement centred around storytelling and we hope some of the stories below encourage and inspire you on your own fx journey. If you have a story of your own Fresh Expression; whether it’s one you started or one you’ve joined then do get in touch as we’d love to hear your story and share it with the movement.
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Show notes: Fiona Barber shares her journey of building faith-filled communities in new housing developments. Discover how intentional relationships, community gatherings, and …
Show notes: Dave Cotterill shares how SoulCommunitysSA blends mental well-being, creativity, and faith to shape vibrant, trusting spaces in London’s diverse Deptford …
Show notes: Rachel Oatridge shares her journey of messy, family-oriented ministry, blending coaching and community-building, while adapting to God’s unexpected directions. A …
Show notes: Nik Stevenson shares how blending digital engagement with outdoor pilgrimages builds community, deepens relationships, and offers spiritual growth through nature …
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We love hearing about where the Spirit is moving and what people are doing. You might not think what you’re doing fits the mould but we want to hear about all the creative, out-of-the-box, and exciting things you’re all doing so get in touch!