At Fresh Expressions Florida, we explore Spirit-led ways of being church, cultivating communities of faith and belonging with people the church has often overlooked. As an initiative of the Florida Conference of the United Methodist Church, we empower clergy and lay leaders to listen first, build relationships, and share God’s love in everyday places—from coffee shops to hiking trails and gyms. We call these practitioners “adventurers” as they nurture Christ-centered churches that are inclusive, accessible, transformational, and connectional. We believe the Gospel is good news for everyone, transforming lives and communities across Florida.
Listening to the Spirit
“Fresh Expressions is about listening to what the Spirit is already up to in our communities and forming wells for the living water that is already bubbling up from the ground.”
— Rev. Dr. Michael Beck, Director of Fresh Expressions FL
Upcoming Events
- National Gathering 2027Thu, Apr 22Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church
God is already present.
“We are not taking Christ to them. He is already present amongst them. We are learning to see where and how Jesus is intersecting with their lives, so that we may connect with them.”
— Dr. A.J. Swoboda, Associate Professor, Bushnell University
Check Out our Podcasts for New Learning Opportunities
Relationships point people to God
“What we’re after here is relationships that help each other participate with God and the world.”
— Rev. Dr. Elaine Heath, Abbess of Spring Forest
Watch. Reflect. Imagine your next step.
Explore Fresh Expressions through video. Watch the latest conversations and reflections, then bring what you’re learning into conversation with your congregation or team.
What possibilities do you notice? Who might you listen to? Where could a new community begin?
Forming faith communities in unexpected places.
“A Fresh Expression is a form of church for our changing culture established primarily for the benefit of people who are not yet members of any church.”
— Bishop Steven Croft, Church of England