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.

Leadership

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

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The Fresh Expressions movement focuses on how the church can move out of the building and into the world.

New to the UMC?

Explore the transformative journey of Fresh Expressions within the United Methodist Church, as Rev. Nathan Webb shares key insights from the 'Futuring Forward' conference, highlighting innovative ministries, diversity, and the evolving landscape of faith communities.

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