Ep. 37 with Leslie Newton

In this episode of "New People, New Ways," we welcome a true pioneer adventurer and a key figure in the Fresh Expressions Movement, Rev Leslie Newton. Born and raised in Lancaster, in the north of England,  Leslie studied Accountancy & Law at University before training and qualifying as a Chartered Accountant. His local Methodist Church nurtured his faith through the years and encouraged him to grow and develop through welcoming and encouraging his contributions through music, youth work and later in preaching.

Leslie was accepted for the Methodist Ministry in 1995 and met his wife, Gill, at Wesley College, Bristol where they both trained. They were married in 1996 and became parents to Laura in 2000. Prior to becoming Chair of the Yorkshire North and East District in 2017, Leslie has served in circuit ministry in Barnsley, Stockport and York.  The Chair’s role offers oversight and leadership in mission to the Methodist Church in a region.

Leslie is currently co-Chair of the Methodist Church in Britain's New Places for New People Guiding Team, and serves as a Trustee of Fresh Expressions.

You can find Leslie's book here and a study guide companion here. 

 

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.

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