New Places for New People

Parishioners listen during worship at the River of Life ministry, held at the Nantahala Outdoor Center near Bryson City, N.C. Photo by Mike DuBose, UM News.

The mission of The United Methodist Church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. One way The UMC lives out this goal is by starting new congregations and faith expressions that reach new people. Church can happen anywhere: inside a building, out in public or online.

The Rev. John Randolph recording a sermon for Whenever Wherever Worship. Courtesy of Connie Offutt of the Kentucky Annual Conference 2023.

Annual conferences are using digital ministries to help United Methodists connect both locally and across the conference in exciting new ways.

Luke Edwards leads a fresh expression gathering at a local pub. Courtesy of Luke Edwards

Find out how fresh expressions offer a path forward in our changing religious landscape.

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