Welcome to Sessions and Lessons Unscripted, where Gen X wisdom meets Millennial chaos — and somehow, self-improvement happens along the way! Whether you’re mastering mindfulness or just trying to remember where you put your keys, we’re here to make personal growth feel a little less overwhelming (and a lot more fun). Join us each week for honest conversations, a few life hacks, and plenty of laughs as we figure it out. Self-improvement doesn’t have to be serious — it just has to be somewhat ...
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Fresh Expressions believes any church can reach people who are not yet part of any church. This podcast unravels the complexities of today's local mission field and introduces resources from pastors, practitioners and historic movements adept at proclaiming the Good News inside and outside the inherited Church.
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Taking a break from adulting and life-ing. Question and answer session.By Joel Rosario
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On this episode, we talk about laughter as the best medicine. Can't rain all the time...By Joel Rosario
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Discipleship in a World of Wonders with Jessie Horney
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44:14Who disciples us shapes how we disciple others. In this episode, Jessie Horney and Heather Jallad explore the powerful connection between being discipled and making disciples. Jessie shares the story of launching the Wonder School—a journey that not only transformed her personal approach to disciple-making but also shifted her church’s entire postu…
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Are you an Introvert or an Extrovert? This episode we discuss the differences in the two, and we break it down. Thanks for stopping by!By Joel Rosario
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On this episode, we talk about whatever ChatGPT spits out. Oh the memories.....Thanks for listening.By Joel Rosario
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On this episode we talk about adult bullies and being overweight...PHAT if you will...Pretty Hot and Tempting. Thanks for stopping by.By Joel Rosario
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What are you afraid of? What Boogeyman is in the brain? Glo and I discuss Irrational Fears. What are they and what do we do with them? Thanks for stopping by!By Joel Rosario
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The Adventure of Discipleship with Jessie Cruickshank
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47:56Discipleship doesn’t start in a classroom—it starts in the wild. Jessie Cruickshank shares how our brains are wired for experiential learning and how the most powerful discipleship often happens through story, movement, and Holy Spirit-led moments on the go. In this episode, we explore why God invites us to learn through real-life experiences and h…
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On this episode...we look back to the future. Looking at your past can help you in the future. Thanks for tuning in!!!By Joel Rosario
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On this episode, we discuss karma. What goes around comes around. Somebody get some tissue...By Joel Rosario
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Stress is good.....but mostly bad. This episode we discuss stress...what it is and what we do with it. Thanks for listening!By Joel Rosario
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In this episode we talk about the dark side of self improvement....And of course the misadventures of Joel and Gloria. Thanks for joining us!!!By Joel Rosario
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Discipleship in Twelve Steps with Rosario Picardo
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39:44Roz shares how the 12 Steps and the way of Jesus intersect in powerful ways—through confession, reconciliation, and the deep recognition that we can’t save ourselves. In this episode, you’ll hear how Roz’s personal journey with recovery has transformed his ministry, reshaped his church, and led to authentic connections with the recovery community. …
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In this episode we talk about time....how time is used and wasted...or is it? Thanks for listening. Let's talk!By Joel Rosario
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On this weeks episode, we talk about our recent trip and why you should take the time for yourself and your well-being. And of course some funny stories as well. Thanks for tuning in!By Joel Rosario
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In this episode we go over different types of heartbreak...not only about your crushes...Thanks for listening!!!By Joel Rosario
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Baby, don't forget...to be genuine. Glo and I talk about being fake, and share a couple funny stories. Thanks for listening!By Joel Rosario
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Anne shares how a quick pivot during the pandemic became a global digital community where people are finding connection and experiencing daily discipleship. In this episode, you’ll hear the story of unexpected innovation, the challenges of digital ministry, and how the Spirit is forming authentic faith communities—even online. Whether you're explor…
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On this weeks episode, we discuss insecurities and what can be done about them...oh, and she said I love you first.By Joel Rosario
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She's here! Welcome to our latest episode where you get to meet co-host Gloria Rosario. We go over some issues that we both have and do share along with some of you great listeners out there...putting our powers together and figuring it out. We also have some fun, and funny stories to share...Thanks for listening!…
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Hope you had a GREAT week. In this weeks episode I'll discussing Mixed depression and Anxiety Disorder, what it is, why I have it, and what can be done about it....Let's talk.By Joel Rosario
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A Church of Missionary Disciples with Dave Gardner
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44:06How has the Fresh Expressions movement transformed discipleship in the inherited church over the past two decades? In this episode, Dave shares insights from the UK on how Fresh Expressions not only reaches new people but also activates discipleship in fresh ways, empowering the priesthood of all believers. We explore how Fresh Expressions fosters …
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Welcome to the club. Procrastinators, aren't we all?By Joel Rosario
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Guess you can call this a soft reboot of the Podcast. Thanks for hanging in there with me. I do have a lot planned, so grab your coffee, tea or whatever and stick around. Just having unscripted conversation and learning things along the way.
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From Lecture to Laboratory: New Ecclesiology for the Church with David Sunde
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51:31What if discipleship wasn’t a program, but a way of life? In this episode, Heather Jallad and David Sunde explore how moving from programmatic discipleship to incarnational rhythms can lead to real multiplication. David unpacks what discipleship truly means, breaking it down into the seven rhythms from his book Small Batch Disciplemaking, and chall…
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Centering Discipleship with E.K. Strawser
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50:21In this episode, Eun Strawser—church planter, physician, professor, and author of Centering Discipleship—joins Heather to explore how pastors and church leaders can shift discipleship from the periphery to the core of their church life. They discuss moving from program-based approaches to discipleship as a pathway, a shift that has transformed Eun’…
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What is Resound and Rebel? In this episode we will discuss how it all started and where Resound and Rebel is headed. Thanks for listening.By Joel Rosario
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On this weeks episode, just sharing some thoughts on mindset, and how its important for a solid foundation. Gotta change the outlook to get a better outcome.By Joel Rosario
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This episode is off the top of the head and is about self love, it's importance, and how damaging and self sabotaging is right around the corner.By Joel Rosario
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Like an Echo...Effects of Abuse and ways to cope.
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28:24In this episode I'll talk a little about the effects of abuse and ways to deal with it. Hopefully it may help and spark discussions and make people contemplate. Be kind. Be blessed. Be YOU.By Joel Rosario
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Well, here it is....please be gentle, it's the first episode and still working out the kinks. Looking for progress, not perfection. In the first episode I just briefly go through my story and what Resound and Rebel is all about. These will get better...I promise!By Joel Rosario
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What does it take to truly grow as a disciple? In this audio from a past webinar, Matt Lake explores the complexities of discipleship and the need for a multi-layered approach. He emphasizes that at its core, discipleship is about relationship and community—requiring nuance and context. More than just a curriculum, discipleship is a lifestyle, and …
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Season 6 of the Fresh Expressions Podcast is coming soon!! Kicking off this season is Discipleship Reset a week-long live training (February 3-7, 1p ET) experience designed to equip the leaders of the average North American church for the opportunities of 2025. Many churches in North America are facing a crisis of discipleship, and many churches do…
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Communitas and Loneliness with Alan Hirsch
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46:36Why is it that we can be surrounded by people—even friends—and still feel so lonely? Alan Hirsch, renowned missional thinker, has an idea about this that he calls "communitas." In this conversation, Alan 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 belongi…
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Building Connection thru Apartment Living with Josh Jackaway and Sean Bailey
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53:36What if the solution to the loneliness epidemic is as simple as moving into the neighborhood? 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 intentio…
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What should a lifelong pastor do when they encounter hostility towards the church that they can't seem to overcome? Discover the twists and turns that took Chris Battle from ministering in a typical Baptist church to growing food and exploring discipleship with his neighbors. Join Heather Jallad as they discuss new ways of being the church, connect…
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From Skeptic to Fresh Expressions Pioneer with David Carter
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44:29How did Pastor David Carter go from skeptic to passionate advocate for Fresh Expressions of Church? Today, his revitalized congregation includes Adventure Church, a Running Club, and more. Tune in as Heather Jallad unpacks David’s journey and reveals how these innovative gatherings are transforming both his church and the wider community.…
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Is your church ready to serve during a disaster? Emergencies often reveal who we truly are—whether it’s individuals, congregations, or Fresh Expressions communities. 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 or…
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What if belonging could come in a bottle? That’s the promise of Coop’s Soup, which chef and pioneer Cristin Cooper started after her own experience of loneliness. In this conversation, Heather and Cristin discuss the journey of leaving her church job and explore building community through sharing a bowl of soup. This episode will leave you hungry f…
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The Church is a Gift with Mike Moynagh (Corrected Audio)
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49:13Have you ever received a present that seemed like it was a better fit for the giver, not the receiver? In this episode, we hear from one of the founding voices of the original Fresh Expressions movement in the UK, Mike Moynagh. We’ll discuss how loneliness is experienced in the UK and how a church is transformed when it is treated like a gift given…
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Full Community for the Formerly Homeless with Gabrielle Clowdus
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42:18In 2023, homelessness hit an all-time high in the United States. But simply providing shelter is seldom enough. How can churches provide the “full community” people need to turn their lives around? And how could it affect the congregation itself? In this episode, you’ll hear from Gabrielle Clowdus of Settled, a movement to help churches develop per…
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Kendall Vanderslice: Building Community by Breaking Bread
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32:22What does freshly baked bread have to do with the loneliness epidemic? Could experiencing Christian community be as simple as sharing a meal? In this interview, Kendall Vanderslice shares how her passion for baking and sharing meals has helped her overcome loneliness and dive into Christian community.…
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Transformational Community with the Incarcerated with Victor Glover
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37:44Victor Glover found life in Christ while in prison and began to share his faith with others there. In this episode, you’ll hear how Victor worked with God to love, serve, and build community in an unexpected place. Listen and be reminded of how Christian community can transform lives, even in the loneliest of places. Fresh Expressions is a worldwid…
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Being a part of a group, or even a church, doesn’t mean you feel like you “belong.” In this episode, David Kim of Made to Belong helps us explore what it takes to build a community of belonging. You will learn about five practices he has identified for cultivating community in a disconnected world both inside and outside of our inherited forms of c…
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Trauma and Church with Elaine Heath and Charles Kiser
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53:22When we go to church, we bring our stories with us. Our stories can color how we experience Christian community, and even affect the larger community. Fresh Expressions Pioneer Elaine Heath and church planter Charles Kiser are co-authors of Trauma-Informed Evangelism: Cultivating Communities of Wounded Healers. Motivated by their own experiences, t…
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The Loneliness Epidemic and the Church with Heather Jallad, Shannon Kiser, Luke Edwards, and Chris Morton
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53:26“Loneliness isn't just an uncomfortable feeling; it's dangerous to us as individuals and as a society.” In 2023, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy went so far as to declare it an epidemic. "Being socially disconnected is...[as detrimental as] caused by smoking up to 15 cigarettes a day..." Failing to address it would lead Americans to "further retr…
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Alan Graham & Gannon Sims: Passions, Forged Family and Homelessness
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50:29What happens when you follow the passions God has given you? Can God use your passions to help address some of the major issues facing our culture? In this bonus episode of the Fresh Expressions podcast, you’ll meet Alan Graham and hear how his passion led him to start Community First! Village, a master-planned neighborhood where the chronically ho…
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Do Not Despise Small Beginnings with Dr. Chris Backert
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44:02Does your ministry feel insignificant? Churches large and small have struggled with a decline in attendance since pandemic restrictions were lifted. But scripture teaches us not to despise small beginnings. In this episode, Dr. Chris Backert, North American Director of Fresh Expressions returns to discuss the opportunities that lay ahead for church…
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Dreaming Again: New Years with Mitch Marcello
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1:04:20Over time, it’s natural to become stuck. In your career, relationship, ministry, you name it. Goal-setting and resolutions are great things to do. But what if you could become a person with a more creative spirit and innovative mindset? This episode features an excerpt of a recent webinar where creativity coach and Fresh Expressions Mission Strateg…
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Merry Christmas from the Fresh Expressions Team! In this special Christmas episode, you will hear greetings from our North American team and get a glimpse of what God is up to in the North American Fresh Expressions movement. Fresh Expressions is a worldwide movement of everyday missionaries who want to see churches thrive in the places we live, ea…
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