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Is your church ready to reach people in new places and new ways?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Fresh Expressions Pathway<\/strong> is an 8-month journey that equips lay-clergy teams to start something new\u2014a form of church that meets people where they are, builds spiritual connection, and grows from the ground up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This isn\u2019t a one-day workshop or a brainstorming session\u2014it\u2019s a call to commit, experiment, and launch. It all begins August 5 in Garner, and we\u2019ll walk with you every step of the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Applications are open now. And everything you need to get started is on our website.<\/strong>

You\u2019ll need time to form a team\u2014so don\u2019t wait. Start the conversation now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Learn More on the Fresh Expressionis Pathway Website<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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