{"id":62,"date":"2025-12-27T22:25:42","date_gmt":"2025-12-27T22:25:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newfirepress.com\/?page_id=62"},"modified":"2025-12-27T23:08:56","modified_gmt":"2025-12-27T23:08:56","slug":"submissions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/newfirepress.com\/index.php\/submissions\/","title":{"rendered":"Submissions"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.kb-row-layout-id62_91ad75-70 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id62_91ad75-70 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id62_91ad75-70 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);max-width:var( --global-content-width, 1290px );padding-left:var(--global-content-edge-padding);padding-right:var(--global-content-edge-padding);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xl, 4rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xl, 4rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 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.wp-block-kadence-pane .kt-accordion-header-wrap .kt-blocks-accordion-header{border-top:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-color:#eeeeee;border-right-style:solid;border-bottom:2px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-left-color:#eeeeee;border-left-style:solid;padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}.kt-accordion-id62_0f276a-a3 .kt-accordion-header-wrap .kt-blocks-accordion-header:hover, body:not(.hide-focus-outline) .kt-accordion-id62_0f276a-a3 .kt-accordion-header-wrap .kt-blocks-accordion-header:focus-visible{border-top-color:var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom:2px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-left-color:var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-left-style:solid;}.kt-accordion-id62_0f276a-a3 .kt-accordion-header-wrap .kt-blocks-accordion-header:focus-visible, .kt-accordion-id62_0f276a-a3 .kt-accordion-header-wrap .kt-blocks-accordion-header.kt-accordion-panel-active{border-top-color:var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:#eeeeee;border-right-style:solid;border-bottom:2px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-left-color:#0e9cd1;border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-accordion alignnone\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-wrap kt-accordion-id62_0f276a-a3 kt-accordion-has-5-panes kt-active-pane-0 kt-accordion-block kt-pane-header-alignment-left kt-accodion-icon-style-basic kt-accodion-icon-side-left\" style=\"max-width:none\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-inner-wrap\" data-allow-multiple-open=\"false\" data-start-open=\"0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-1 kt-pane62_bdf43e-90\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>What we are looking for<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading62_745515-5e, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading62_745515-5e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading62_745515-5e\"]{font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading62_745515-5e mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading62_745515-5e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading62_745515-5e\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading62_745515-5e wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading62_745515-5e\">All submissions should call the Church to <em>practice resurrection<\/em>\u2014to participate in the Triune God\u2019s ongoing work of renewal and transformation\u2014so that the mission of New Fire might be realized in congregations and communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We welcome submissions that fit some of the following categories:<br><br><strong>Igniting Renewal:<\/strong> Resources that encourage congregations, leaders, and laity within the UMC and beyond to receive the fresh fire of the Holy Spirit.<br><br><strong>Forming Disciples:<\/strong> Resources that help people learn and grow in scriptural imagination, Christlike love, holiness, and justice.<br><br><strong>Grounded in the Rich Tradition of Christian Theology:<\/strong> Materials rooted in Wesleyan theology and open to the breadth of the Christian experience.<br><br><strong>Practical Guidance:<\/strong> Books, curriculum, small-group studies, liturgical resources, devotionals, and essays that can be readily used in local churches.<br><br><strong>Tell Transformative Stories:<\/strong> Narratives of congregational renewal, spiritual awakening, or innovative ministry that point to God\u2019s resurrecting work.<br><br><strong>Foster Community:<\/strong> Content that sparks dialogue, mutual learning, and connection among Christians.<br><br><strong>Hopeful &amp; Prophetic:<\/strong> Honest about challenges yet centered on God\u2019s ability to bring resurrection and new life.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-2 kt-pane62_cce5b4-58\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong><strong>How to Frame Your Submission<\/strong><\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading62_92fb8f-7e, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading62_92fb8f-7e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading62_92fb8f-7e\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading62_92fb8f-7e mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading62_92fb8f-7e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading62_92fb8f-7e\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading62_92fb8f-7e wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading62_92fb8f-7e\">When you submit, please include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cover Letter (1\u20132 pages):<\/strong> Briefly introduce yourself, your background, and your connection to the New Fire mission.<br><br><strong>Summary of the Work:<\/strong> 250\u2013500 words explaining the purpose, target audience, and how the piece supports the mission of New Fire Press.<br><br><strong>Manuscript or Sample:<\/strong> Full manuscript or a representative section (at least one chapter or module).<br><br><strong>Outline &amp; Intended Use:<\/strong> For curriculum or liturgical materials, provide a session-by-session outline and suggested settings (churches, small groups, retreats, etc.).<br><br><strong>Author Bio and Contact Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-3 kt-pane62_edf299-2e\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>Evaluation <\/strong>Criteria<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading62_127122-f0, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading62_127122-f0[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading62_127122-f0\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading62_127122-f0 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading62_127122-f0[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading62_127122-f0\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading62_127122-f0 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading62_127122-f0\">Submissions will be reviewed based on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Alignment with Mission:<\/strong> Does it advance the resurrecting work of God in the Church?<br><br><strong>Clarity and Accessibility:<\/strong> Is it written in an engaging and usable style?<br><br><strong>Theological Soundness:<\/strong> Is it consistent with the Wesleyan tradition and broadly ecumenical?<br><br><strong>Practical Impact:<\/strong> Will it be useful for congregations or leaders in their ministry?<br><br><strong>Originality and Creativity:<\/strong> Does it bring fresh insights or approaches?<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-4 kt-pane62_d90fb6-d3\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Submission Process and Timeline<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading62_4f7ab3-93, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading62_4f7ab3-93[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading62_4f7ab3-93\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading62_4f7ab3-93 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading62_4f7ab3-93[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading62_4f7ab3-93\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading62_4f7ab3-93 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading62_4f7ab3-93\">Send submissions as Word or PDF files to Rev. Emily Kincaid at <a href=\"mailto:emily.d.kincaid@gmail.com\"><strong>emily.d.kincaid@gmail.com<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>with the subject line \u201cNew Fire Press Submission.\u201d<br><br>Initial review typically takes 8\u201312 weeks.<br><br>Selected authors will receive next steps about editing, publication, and marketing.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-5 kt-pane62_2b1448-c4\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Right and Permissions<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Authors retain copyright but grant New Fire Press a license to publish and distribute the work. 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