The Mission Shaped Podcast

Fresh Expressions

Part inspiration, part field guide: honest conversations with real voices, gritty questions, and God-sized hope for creating new christian communities

10 Episodes

Ep 024 [The Author’s Take] Ian Mobsby: The Seeking Heart
8/15/2025
35:50
Show notes: Tim Lea and Ian Mobsby explore contemplative mission, engaging spiritual seekers through silent prayer, deep inner transformation, and rich practical resources from Christian contemplative traditions. Guests: Ian Mobsby […]
Ep: 023 Darren Middleton – Creating Safe Space for Sacred Transformation
7/28/2025
48:30
Darren Middleton shares how Rev7, a high-end salon in Plymouth, becomes a safe, sacred space offering love, dignity, and transformation for people on the margins. Show notes: Guest: Darren Middleton […]
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Ep: 022 James Shelton – Pilgrimage and Monastic Life in Rural England
6/27/2025
41:40
James Shelton shares how ancient monastic rhythms and pilgrimage routes are revitalizing Christian community in rural England, offering spacious, Spirit-led discipleship beyond traditional church settings. Show notes: Guest: James Shelton […]
Ep 021 [The Author’s Take] Kate Coleman – METAMorph
5/23/2025
35:36
Show notes: Kate Coleman shares her personal journey and explores how METAMorph challenges leaders to embrace deep, Christ-rooted transformation in life, faith, and leadership. Guests: Kate Coleman Buy the book […]
Ep 020 Martha Pennel – Building Sacred Grounds in Soho
5/2/2025
31:55
Martha Pennel shares how Sacred Grounds fosters authentic community in Soho through radical hospitality, deep listening, and a flexible, faith-rooted coffee space. Show notes: Guest: Martha Pennel Community: Sacred Grounds […]
Ep 019 Oli Preston – Ancient Rhythms, New Communities
3/21/2025
42:12
Show notes: Ollie Preston shares his journey as a pioneer within traditional Anglican churches, exploring how ancient practices like Compline can foster new Christian communities in unexpected places. Guest: Oli […]
Ep 018 Fiona Barber – Building Faith in New Housing Communities
2/5/2025
34:07
Show notes: Fiona Barber shares her journey of building faith-filled communities in new housing developments. Discover how intentional relationships, community gatherings, and fresh expressions of worship are forming outside traditional […]
Ep 017 [The Author’s Take] Ed Olsworth-Peter & Leslie Newton on Mixed Ecology
1/8/2025
46:27
Show notes: Ed & Leslie explore how the Church can embrace a mixed ecology, fostering innovation and collaboration between traditional and pioneering expressions of Christian community. Guests: Ed Olsworth-Peter & […]
Ep 016 Dave Cotterill – Community Collaboration
12/11/2024
44:07
Show notes: Dave Cotterill shares how SoulCommunitysSA blends mental well-being, creativity, and faith to shape vibrant, trusting spaces in London’s diverse Deptford area Guest: Dave Cotterill Connect with Dave here: […]
Ep 015 Rachel Oatridge – Navigating New Beginnings
11/13/2024
35:56
Show notes: Rachel Oatridge shares her journey of messy, family-oriented ministry, blending coaching and community-building, while adapting to God’s unexpected directions. A powerful story of resilience and faith. Guest: Rachel […]

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The Mission Shaped Podcast

Fresh Expressions

10 Episodes

Ep 024 [The Author’s Take] Ian Mobsby: The Seeking Heart

Ep: 023 Darren Middleton – Creating Safe Space for Sacred Transformation

Ep: 022 James Shelton – Pilgrimage and Monastic Life in Rural England

Ep 021 [The Author’s Take] Kate Coleman – METAMorph

Ep 020 Martha Pennel – Building Sacred Grounds in Soho

Ep 019 Oli Preston – Ancient Rhythms, New Communities

Ep 018 Fiona Barber – Building Faith in New Housing Communities

Ep 017 [The Author’s Take] Ed Olsworth-Peter & Leslie Newton on Mixed Ecology

Ep 016 Dave Cotterill – Community Collaboration

Ep 015 Rachel Oatridge – Navigating New Beginnings