
Episode #53
Ep. 53 with Travis and Allyson Smith
In this episode, Travis and Allyson Smith share about healing, belonging, and the future of the church. Together, they explore how Fresh Expressions, mental health ministry, and authentic relationships create spaces where people can experience genuine connection in an increasingly lonely world. Travis and Allyson share the story behind Blue Ridge Hope, the decade-long ministry of Sacred Ale, and what they’ve learned about serving faithfully as partners in both marriage and ministry. Their conversation offers practical wisdom for leaders seeking to cultivate communities where honesty, compassion, and belonging flourish. Whether you’re passionate about Fresh Expressions, church planting, or helping people discover hope in everyday places, this episode will encourage and inspire you to imagine new ways of being the church. About New People // New Ways What does a distinctly Wesleyan, Spirit-led movement that reaches people neglected by the church look like? Join the Fresh Expressions Florida team as they explore missional mischief-making with everyday people who are cultivating Christian communities of love and grace that serve those outside the typical church. Hosted by Michael Adam Beck and Isaiah Park, New People // New Ways is a show in partnership with Fresh Expressions Florida of the Florida United Methodist Church and Fresh Expressions UM from Path 1 at UMC Discipleship Ministries. Tune in if you desire to reach new people in new places and through new ways! Fresh Expressions FL: https://www.freshexpressionsfl.org/ Fresh Expressions UM: https://tinyurl.com/yubeu2r4 Follow Us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freshexpressionsfl/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freshexpressionsfl/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FExpressionsFL

