Ep. 22 with Chris and Jaidy Smith

In Episode 22, we are joined by Chris and Jaidy Smith. Chris and Jaidy are a pastoral team serving in central North Carolina at Jordan Memorial UMC and La Luz De Cristo IMU. Jaidy was born and raised in Puerto Rico while Chris is a native to North Carolina.

They met in Puerto Rico and began a life together nearly 14 years ago.  Their marriage reflects two cultures coming together in the same way it does in their ministry. Through their Fresh Expressions in rural and suburban areas in Western North Carolina, Chris and Jaidy seek ways to bridge cultural and language barriers, creating spaces for authentic love-based communities.

In this episode, we discuss multicultural community building, the epidemic of loneliness, and Expresiones de Amor.

Follow Jaidy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaidypr/

Learn more about Creciendo Juntas here:  https://fxwnc.substack.com/p/jaidymar-smith-and-creciendo-juntas

 

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 Piper Ramsey-Sumner, 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!

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