United congratulates Rev. Dr. Michael Beck, Director of the Fresh Expressions House of Study at United, and Bishop Kenneth H. Carter Jr. on their new book release, #GardensintheDesert, a great resource for church leaders.

In honor of National Book Lovers Day, check out this latest release from Michael Adam Beck & Ken Carter: buff.ly/46HSzEB

Throw back episode of New People // New Ways! In Episode 7, Charles Kiser and Elaine Heath join us the importance of Trauma-Informed Evangelism amid an epidemic of loneliness and isolation… Check it out: freshexpressionsfl.org/podcast

We have built it, and they have NOT come. One key of idea of Fresh Expressions is that followers of Jesus can no longer hunker down at the church compound. The Spirit is calling us to cultivate communal life in Jesus in every nook and cranny of life… passionalchurch.substack.com/p/places-pract…

It was a real privilege to join in this conversation with ⁦Michael Adam Beck⁩ and Jessica Taylor, exploring the rich vision and potential, and the challenges, of developing a blended ecology in ⁦The Methodist Church⁩ podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/new…

Like many I’m starting to make the transition over to #bluesky Follow me here and I’ll follow you back… bsky.app/profile/revere…

Here’s the TV20 News segment on the women’s sober housing everyone! We are so grateful for the outpouring of support 🙏🏽 wcjb.com/2025/01/23/tra…

Tomorrow is release day for #TreasuresOldAndNew a practical guide to explore new forms of church that “serve the present age” while rooting missional innovation in the lost treasure of early Methodism. The book is a #1 new release! Grab a copy here… amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0DJH6…

So excited that #NeverAlone made it into Publishers Weekly on reads to heal loneliness! publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/in…

So excited that #NeverAlone made the Englewood Review! englewoodreview.org/new-book-relea…

We're proud to spotlight sociology graduate student Michael Beck, who, alongside his wife Jill, is expanding Open Arms Village to support women in recovery. The new facility will provide housing, resources, and guidance for women on their recovery journey. soccrim.clas.ufl.edu/2025/02/23/bec…

400ish folks gathered in the #atl for #fxum25 It was three days of Holy Spirit outpouring!

Rev. Dr. Michael Beck, Director of the Fresh Expressions House of Study, details how Christian communities can draw people together in an age of loneliness and isolation in his new book, "Never Alone: Sharing the Gift of Community in a Lonely World." ow.ly/F7zf50V9AQ0

The Holy Spirit is moving at the Ignite Youth event in Ocean City, Maryland. 2000 middle and high school aged United Methodists worshiping Jesus and having a good time doing it! 

Tomb Time: Sitting With Holy Saturday In today’s America, it’s easier for a 20-year-old to access a firearm and take lives than for a U.S. citizen with brown skin and valid ID to prove their right to freedom... passionalchurch.substack.com/p/tomb-time-si…

Jill & I are thrilled to share our first co-authored ebook! It’s a simple, step-by-step guide designed to help everyday saints cultivate churches in everyday spaces. Subscribe & message us—we’ll send you a free copy: open.substack.com/pub/passionalc…

New Episode Alert! In Episode 41 of New People // New Ways, we’re joined by Dr. Monika Ardelt, renowned sociologist, creator of the Three-Dimensional Wisdom Scale, and my mentor. 🎧 Listen now and share with someone who inspires you with their wisdom: 👉freshexpressionsfl.org/podcast

Our nation is once again erupting with civil disobedience. As citizens protest with courage & conviction, they are met with vulgar displays of militarized power. Foolishness saturates our feeds, broadcast through black mirrors, 24/7. And wisdom? open.substack.com/pub/passionalc…

Calling all laity! Don’t miss this Summer Laity Gathering - A Fresh Expressions Celebration & Training. A joyful space for laity who want to explore what it means to be part of the Fresh Expressions movement. Find more information at the link below. freshexpressionsfl.org/laitygathering

Grab a copy of the # 1 New Release… Rooted in the Wild! Available today 👇🏽 #releaseday amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0FFTR…