Cultural Bridges

How Adaptive Ecclesiology and Orthopathic Alignment Cultivate Spirit Empowered Movements

Cultural Bridges is a timely and transformative resource for the church in a rapidly changing world. Drawing from biblical foundations, church history, and global movements, Matthew Fretwell invites readers to rediscover the dynamic interplay of right belief, right practice, and right alignment—what he calls the triadic balance of orthodoxy, orthopraxy, and orthopathy.
This book challenges traditional models of church and leadership, offering a vision for Spirit-led, adaptive communities that thrive amid cultural diversity, urban migration, and global displacement. Through immersive storytelling, practical frameworks, and real-world examples, Fretwell equips leaders and everyday believers to cultivate spiritual renewal, empower every member’s gifting, and multiply disciples in any context.
Whether you are a pastor, church planter, or passionate follower of Jesus, Cultural Bridges will inspire you to join the Spirit’s movement—bridging the gap between tradition and innovation, and becoming a catalyst for gospel transformation in your community and beyond.