The Antioch Connection: Reimagining Wesleyan Communities with Andrew Thompson

In this episode of More to the Story, I sit down with Dr. Andrew Thompson to explore a major development unfolding within the Wesleyan world. Dr. Thompson has been part of the leadership team shaping the Antioch Connection, a new denominational‑like network forming among roughly 25 churches across Oklahoma and Arkansas.

We dig into:

• Why these churches are seeking a new structural model

• How the Antioch Connection emerged and what it hopes to accomplish

• The theological and missional convictions driving this movement

• What this moment reveals about the broader landscape of Wesleyan bodies

• How church structure can either hinder or unleash mission

This is an energizing conversation about innovation, ecclesial identity, and the future of Methodist ministry. If you care about how the church organizes itself for mission, you’ll find this episode especially meaningful.

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