The Fresh Expressions Podcast

Mar 31 2025 67 ep. 43 mins 16
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Fresh Expressions believes any church can reach people who are not yet part of any church. This podcast unravels the complexities of today's local mission field and introduces resources from pastors, practitioners and historic movements adept at proclaiming the Good News inside and outside the inherited Church.

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A Church of Missionary Disciples with Dave Gardner

Mar 31 2025 44 mins  
How has the Fresh Expressions movement transformed discipleship in the inherited church over the past two decades? In this episode, Dave shares insights from the UK on how Fresh Expressions not only reaches new people but also activates discipleship in fresh ways, empowering the priesthood of all believers.We explore how Fresh Expressions fosters a culture of disciple-making and wh

From Lecture to Laboratory: New Ecclesiology for the Church with David Sunde

Mar 17 2025 51 mins  
What if discipleship wasn’t a program, but a way of life?In this episode, Heather Jallad and David Sunde explore how moving from programmatic discipleship to incarnational rhythms can lead to real multiplication. David unpacks what discipleship truly means, breaking it down into the seven rhythms from his book Small Batch Disciplemaking, and challenges the inherited church’s cu

Centering Discipleship with E.K. Strawser

Mar 03 2025 50 mins  
In this episode, Eun Strawser—church planter, physician, professor, and author of Centering Discipleship—joins Heather to explore how pastors and church leaders can shift discipleship from the periphery to the core of their church life. They discuss moving from program-based approaches to discipleship as a pathway, a shift that has transformed Eun’s ministry and personal walk

The Wicked Discipleship Problem

Jan 30 2025 60 mins  
What does it take to truly grow as a disciple? In this audio from a past webinar, Matt Lake explores the complexities of discipleship and the need for a multi-layered approach. He emphasizes that at its core, discipleship is about relationship and community—requiring nuance and context. More than just a curriculum, discipleship is a lifestyle, and Matt challenges churches to embr

Discipleship Reset - Season 6 Coming Soon

Jan 27 2025 2 mins  
Season 6 of the Fresh Expressions Podcast is coming soon!!Kicking off this season is Discipleship Reset a week-long live training (February 3-7, 1p ET) experience designed to equip the leaders of the average North American church for the opportunities of 2025.Many churches in North America are facing a crisis of discipleship, and many churches don’t know where to begin to address

Communitas and Loneliness with Alan Hirsch

Dec 30 2024 46 mins  
Why is it that we can be surrounded by people—even friends—and still feel so lonely? Alan Hirsch, renowned missional thinker, has an idea about this that he calls "communitas."In this conversation, Alan helps us explore what it means to be a community on mission and how that could transform our churches into places where we experience both belonging and purpose.

Building Connection thru Apartment Living with Josh Jackaway and Sean Bailey

Dec 16 2024 53 mins  
What if the solution to the loneliness epidemic is as simple as moving into the neighborhood? In this episode, host Heather Jallad sits down with Sean Bailey and Josh Jackaway from Apartment Life to explore how the church can play a vital role in fostering community in apartment complexes. Together, they discuss the transformative power of intentional relationships and partnerships

From Pastor to Farmer with Chris Battle

Dec 02 2024 34 mins  
What should a lifelong pastor do when they encounter hostility towards the church that they can't seem to overcome? Discover the twists and turns that took Chris Battle from ministering in a typical Baptist church to growing food and exploring discipleship with his neighbors. Join Heather Jallad as they discuss new ways of being the church, connecting with neighbors, and addressing

From Skeptic to Fresh Expressions Pioneer with David Carter

Nov 18 2024 44 mins  
How did Pastor David Carter go from skeptic to passionate advocate for Fresh Expressions of Church? Today, his revitalized congregation includes Adventure Church, a Running Club, and more. Tune in as Heather Jallad unpacks David’s journey and reveals how these innovative gatherings are transforming both his church and the wider community.

Asheville: Serving Through Disaster

Nov 04 2024 45 mins  
Is your church ready to serve during a disaster? Emergencies often reveal who we truly are—whether it’s individuals, congregations, or Fresh Expressions communities.In this special bonus episode, we explore stories from North Carolina following hurricanes and flooding. Fresh Expressions leader Luke Edwards shares how churches—especially new and organic expressions—have been