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Communitas and Loneliness with Alan Hirsch
Jeanette Staats | 30 Dec 2024
In this episode, Alan Hirsch 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.
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Building Connection thru Apartment Living with Josh Jackaway and Sean Bailey
Jeanette Staats | 16 Dec 2024
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 with local businesses and nonprofits.
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Restoring Dignity Through Dinner Church with Sandy Johnson
Jeanette Staats | 9 Dec 2024
In this episode, Sandy Johnson shares her journey of planting a Dinner Church in Ocean Shores, Washington, and how this unique model restores dignity and fosters transformation.
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From Pastor to Farmer with Chris Battle
Jeanette Staats | 2 Dec 2024
Join Heather Jallad and Chris Battle as they discuss new ways of being the church, connecting with neighbors, and addressing significant issues like loneliness and food insecurity.
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Neighboring Around a Table with David Bennett
Jeanette Staats | 25 Nov 2024
In this episode, we talk with David Bennett, a coach for pastors who are ready to try something different. David shares how the simple act of sharing a meal can transform not only churches but entire neighborhoods.
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From Skeptic to Fresh Expressions Pioneer with David Carter
Jeanette Staats | 18 Nov 2024
In this episode, Heather Jallad unpacks David Carter’s journey and reveals how these innovative gatherings are transforming both his church and the wider community.
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Big City, Part-Time Pastors and Two Dinner Churches with Ben and Jordan Arias
Jeanette Staats | 10 Nov 2024
In this episode, Ben and Jordan Arias share their journey from small-town Georgia to urban Chicago, where they planted two Dinner Churches.
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[Bonus Episode] Asheville: Serving Through Disaster
Jeanette Staats | 4 Nov 2024
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 uniquely positioned to serve their neighbors in crisis.
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Coop’s Soup with Cristin Cooper
Jeanette Staats | 28 Oct 2024
In this episode, Heather Jallad and Cristin Cooper discuss the journey of leaving her church job and explore building community through sharing a bowl of soup.
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Dinner Church as a Planting Strategy with Don Ross
Jeanette Staats | 21 Oct 2024
In this interview, you’ll hear Don Ross share about how Dinner Churches have provided a new church planting path for the Northwest Ministry Network.
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The Church is a Gift with Mike Moynagh
Jeanette Staats | 14 Oct 2024
In this episode, we hear from Mike Moynagh (one of the founding voices of the original Fresh Expressions movement) on how loneliness is experienced in the UK and how a church is transformed when it is treated like a gift given to bless the world.
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Changing the Face of a Denomination with David Brakke
Jeanette Staats | 7 Oct 2024
In this interview, you’ll hear David Brakke reflect not only on the success of this journey but also on the unique difficulties they continue to face.