Brandon Wrencher is a church planter in Greensboro, NC, who will share what a de-colonizing approach to church planting looks like as practical action steps are shared to help us all approach church planting in an intentionally anti-racist way. In March of 1739, John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, engaged in "field preaching" for the first time after being encouraged by his friend and fellow preacher George Whitefield. Instead of preaching his sermon from a pulpit, Wesley went out from the ch...
Jun 24, 2020•50 min
On this episode of Field Preachers, we hear from some of the leading practitioners in Fresh Expressions US about how we cultivate relationships online and start online Fresh Expressions during this season of social distancing. In March of 1739, John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, engaged in "field preaching" for the first time after being encouraged by his friend and fellow preacher George Whitefield. Instead of preaching his sermon from a pulpit, Wesley went out from the church and preached ...
Jun 17, 2020•1 hr 9 min
Olu Brown and Adam Weber lead some of the largest church plants in the UMC. Join us for a discussion on how they are strategically planning worship and avoiding burnout during this season of COVID-19. In March of 1739, John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, engaged in "field preaching" for the first time after being encouraged by his friend and fellow preacher George Whitefield. Instead of preaching his sermon from a pulpit, Wesley went out from the church and preached in the open air to those w...
Jun 10, 2020•56 min
These are uncertain and difficult times. How can we find entrepreneurial revenue streams as church planters that are both missional and monetized? Join us for an interview with Dr. Jay Moon, a professor of Church Planting and Evangelism and the director of the Office of Faith, Work, and Economics at Asbury Theological Seminary to hear more about his insights into entrepreneurial church planting. In March of 1739, John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, engaged in "field preaching" for the first t...
Jun 03, 2020•1 hr
In this special episode of Field Preachers, we sit down with a panel of United Methodist pastors leading historic African American churches in Philadelphia to hear more about the history of their congregation and the ongoing struggles they face with racism in our nation. In light of recent events in the news, our voices advocating for equality and racial reconciliation are perhaps more important now than ever. In March of 1739, John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, engaged in "field preaching" ...
May 27, 2020•46 min
How do we create engaging worship during this season of COVID-19 without burning out? Join us for a powerful discussion with Matt Miofsky and Jason Morriss who share from their experiences on this episode of Field Preachers. In March of 1739, John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, engaged in "field preaching" for the first time after being encouraged by his friend and fellow preacher George Whitefield. Instead of preaching his sermon from a pulpit, Wesley went out from the church and preached in...
May 20, 2020•56 min
Ashley Allen and Tony Arnold both planted online-only faith communities years ago. How did they do it and what tips do they have to offer those of us who are rapidly adapting to online ministry? Listen to their stories and suggestions in this week's episode of Field Preachers. In March of 1739, John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, engaged in "field preaching" for the first time after being encouraged by his friend and fellow preacher George Whitefield. Instead of preaching his sermon from a pu...
May 13, 2020•51 min
In West Ohio, a church planting cohort has designed an online worship service that is transforming lives. Join us for a panel discussion with members of their cohort, their church developer, and Bishop Palmer. This is an episode you don't want to miss. In March of 1739, John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, engaged in "field preaching" for the first time after being encouraged by his friend and fellow preacher George Whitefield. Instead of preaching his sermon from a pulpit, Wesley went out fro...
May 06, 2020•49 min
This week's episode of Field Preachers is a two-part dialogue with Susan, a church planter outside of Manhattan, and Brendan, a planter in New Jersey. Join us as we hear about their initial approach to planting a faith community up north. We have a special second segment on what it is like to be in ministry in areas that have become epicenters for the spread of COVID-19. In March of 1739, John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, engaged in "field preaching" for the first time after being encourage...
Apr 29, 2020•49 min
We are joined by Paul Nixon on this week's episode of Field Preachers. Paul is a church planter, coach, author, and director of church multiplication at Path 1/Discipleship Ministries. Join us as he shares about the free “RE-Launch” resource that Path 1 is offering to churches who are beginning to think about what church life will look like after COVID-19. In March of 1739, John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, engaged in "field preaching" for the first time after being encouraged by his friend...
Apr 22, 2020•23 min
Owen Ross is a former Peace Corps volunteer and church planter who currently serves as the church developer in the North Texas Annual Conference. Despite the kind of technical difficulties we've all faced, in this episode Owen and Rachel compare their time in the Peace Corps to the new culture that planters and pastors find themselves in now with digital and online ministry. In March of 1739, John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, engaged in "field preaching" for the first time after being encou...
Apr 15, 2020•32 min
George Acevedo and Michael Beck are United Methodist pastors in the Florida Annual Conference and are some of the leaders in our denomination when it comes to Fresh Expressions. They have just released a book called "A Field Guide to Methodist Fresh Expressions" that is a valuable resource for our church today. Listen in on this week's episode where they share about their experiences in the local church, as well as whether it's possible to start a virtual fresh expression during this season of s...
Apr 08, 2020•39 min
How do we stay spiritually and emotionally strong during this time of social distancing? Join us for a special COVID-19 podcast with licensed counselors Jeff and Jessica Jennings as they offer suggestions for church planters and pastors trying to serve and lead their faith communities through this challenging time. In March of 1739, John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, engaged in "field preaching" for the first time after being encouraged by his friend and fellow preacher George Whitefield. In...
Apr 01, 2020•19 min
How can we use social media as a tool for evangelism, especially during our season of social distancing? Join us this week as we hear from Rev. Dr. Martin Quick who literally wrote a book on the subject. In March of 1739, John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, engaged in "field preaching" for the first time after being encouraged by his friend and fellow preacher George Whitefield. Instead of preaching his sermon from a pulpit, Wesley went out from the church and preached in the open air to thos...
Mar 26, 2020•31 min
You can't start or grow a church by trying to copy what others are doing. It's important to know your local context as you seek to connect with others. Join Roz Picardo and Jason Moore for this week's podcast to hear more about finding your church's local flavor and how to connect with the community while practicing social distancing because of the Coronavirus. In March of 1739, John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, engaged in "field preaching" for the first time after being encouraged by his f...
Mar 18, 2020•29 min
Matt Johnson is a church planter in West Virginia who just completed a dissertation on "Redeeming Failure" in church planting. Listen in to learn more about some of the reasons church plants fail and how we can fail forward. In March of 1739, John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, engaged in "field preaching" for the first time after being encouraged by his friend and fellow preacher George Whitefield. Instead of preaching his sermon from a pulpit, Wesley went out from the church and preached in...
Mar 11, 2020•52 min
If someone brought "weed brownies" to your church potluck, would you accept them? How do we establish loving and healthy boundaries with those in our faith community? Listen to this week's field preacher story to find out. In March of 1739, John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, engaged in "field preaching" for the first time after being encouraged by his friend and fellow preacher George Whitefield. Instead of preaching his sermon from a pulpit, Wesley went out from the church and preached in t...
Mar 04, 2020•7 min
Adam Weber planted the largest United Methodist church in recent history at Embrace in Sioux Falls. He humbly shares his story and suggestions for how to share the good news of Jesus with those who are "spiritually drowning and asking for help." In March of 1739, John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, engaged in "field preaching" for the first time after being encouraged by his friend and fellow preacher George Whitefield. Instead of preaching his sermon from a pulpit, Wesley went out from the c...
Feb 26, 2020•57 min
Listen to this week's Preacher Story to learn about the difference a young child made in the life of this church planter and the faith community. In March of 1739, John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, engaged in "field preaching" for the first time after being encouraged by his friend and fellow preacher George Whitefield. Instead of preaching his sermon from a pulpit, Wesley went out from the church and preached in the open air to those who didn't have the time or money to sit in a pew and he...
Feb 19, 2020•5 min
From an early age, this planter was on a journey to find a place to belong. God used his desire to create a new faith community that is diverse, inclusive, and social justice-oriented so that everyone can find a spiritual home. Join us this week for an incredible conversation with Jasper Peters of Belong Church in Colorado. In March of 1739, John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, engaged in "field preaching" for the first time after being encouraged by his friend and fellow preacher George White...
Feb 12, 2020•32 min
In this special “Preacher Story,” we learn how a button at a gay pride parade is a game changer for this church planter. In March of 1739, John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, engaged in "field preaching" for the first time after being encouraged by his friend and fellow preacher George Whitefield. Instead of preaching his sermon from a pulpit, Wesley went out from the church and preached in the open air to those who didn't have the time or money to sit in a pew and hear the good news. Thousan...
Feb 05, 2020•9 min
In this week's episode of Field Preachers, Matt Miofsky, pastor of The Gathering in St. Louis, Missouri, answers questions posed by others in the church planting world to learn about his innovative approach to planting. In March of 1739, John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, engaged in "field preaching" for the first time after being encouraged by his friend and fellow preacher George Whitefield. Instead of preaching his sermon from a pulpit, Wesley went out from the church and preached in the ...
Jan 29, 2020•23 min
In this week's episode of Field Preachers you will hear from a female church planter who was pregnant while planting. In March of 1739, John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, engaged in "field preaching" for the first time after being encouraged by his friend and fellow preacher George Whitefield. Instead of preaching his sermon from a pulpit, Wesley went out from the church and preached in the open air to those who didn't have the time or money to sit in a pew and hear the good news. Thousands ...
Jan 22, 2020•7 min
Have you ever had a "holy angst to stop climbing the suburban ladder?" Join us for this week's episode of Field Preachers as we hear from Christian Coon, co-planter of Urban Village Church which continues to transform lives in and around Chicago, Illinois. In March of 1739, John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, engaged in "field preaching" for the first time after being encouraged by his friend and fellow preacher George Whitefield. Instead of preaching his sermon from a pulpit, Wesley went out...
Jan 15, 2020•23 min
Let's face it, churches are struggling to bring young adults into church. In this week's episode we'll hear about how a church plant's mission to serve those experiencing homelessness led a college-aged woman to the waters of baptism. In March of 1739, John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, engaged in "field preaching" for the first time after being encouraged by his friend and fellow preacher George Whitefield. Instead of preaching his sermon from a pulpit, Wesley went out from the church and p...
Jan 08, 2020•9 min
The new year is almost here, so we have another special podcast for you this week. Our host, Rachel Gilmore, will share some of the new shifts or changes to expect in church planting in the United Methodist Church in the coming year. Listen in and share your comments with us! In March of 1739, John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, engaged in "field preaching" for the first time after being encouraged by his friend and fellow preacher George Whitefield. Instead of preaching his sermon from a pul...
Dec 31, 2019•23 min
Merry Christmas Eve! Join us for a special episode of Field Preachers where we learn about the planting journey of Stacey Piyakhun, which began one Christmas Eve in Melissa, Texas. In March of 1739, John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, engaged in "field preaching" for the first time after being encouraged by his friend and fellow preacher George Whitefield. Instead of preaching his sermon from a pulpit, Wesley went out from the church and preached in the open air to those who didn't have the t...
Dec 24, 2019•21 min
Sometimes the most powerful stories of hope and togetherness come from the most unlikely places. In this episode of Field Preachers' "Preacher Stories," you'll hear about a medical crisis in the life of a young boy and the impact it had on those around him. In March of 1739, John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, engaged in "field preaching" for the first time after being encouraged by his friend and fellow preacher George Whitefield. Instead of preaching his sermon from a pulpit, Wesley went ou...
Dec 18, 2019•8 min
What would it be like to plant a church as a clergy couple? On this week's episode of Field Preachers, we'll hear from Sara Ewing-Merrill, who planted a church with her husband over a decade ago in Portland, Maine. In March of 1739, John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, engaged in "field preaching" for the first time after being encouraged by his friend and fellow preacher George Whitefield. Instead of preaching his sermon from a pulpit, Wesley went out from the church and preached in the open ...
Dec 11, 2019•22 min
Sometimes our first impression of someone is not the lasting impression they leave with us. Listen to this story of a planter who was surprised at the end of worship to find a perceived foe was really a supporter of his ministry. In March of 1739, John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, engaged in "field preaching" for the first time after being encouraged by his friend and fellow preacher George Whitefield. Instead of preaching his sermon from a pulpit, Wesley went out from the church and preach...
Dec 03, 2019•8 min
