It is really important to start by listening to the community or network you want to reach. You might literally walk the streets and listen to what people have to say, invite a group to a pub for a meal and ask them what church might look like for them, or get on the internet and do statistical research.
How might we start a fresh expression?
A fresh expressions journey might start as Christians serve their area or network, a community then begins to form, evangelism leads to disciple making and eventually a culturally relevant form of church emerges.
How do fresh expressions develop?
Our essential guides explore how to start a fresh expression of church.
Fresh Expressions has also published a series of Share booklets to help groups in churches move forward. They are an excellent place to begin.