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Details of how to contact the media team can be found on our website. Make sure you're following us on social media to stay up to date with everything going on across the Methodist Church. Remember to share and tag us in your posts so that we can see the amazing things going on in your local area too. The Methodist Church Communications team Find out more about the Communications team |
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Tickets are still on sale for 3Generate 2023! The event is happening at the NEC in Birmingham from October 6 – October 8. It's a great event for young people from the Methodist Church to come together to celebrate. If you’re interested in attending then be quick as ticket sales end tomorrow. |
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As the mother of John and Charles Wesley, it was arguably the influence of Susanna Wesley that gave rise to the Methodist movement. As we mark Susanna Wesley Day on Sunday, we celebrate her life and legacy. |
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The President and Vice-President of the Methodist Conference have joined other organisations' leaders in expressing concern about the impact that the Bill will have on people seeking asylum in the UK. The leaders have released a joint statement of solidarity. |
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Nailsea Methodist Church has become the first church in North Somerset to achieve the Church of Sanctuary Award, which was presented to them earlier this month. The members of the church have been offering practical support to refugees and migrant families and been active in starting a Hong Kong Welcome Course. They have also provided a Conversation Café for refugees from Syria and Ukraine. |
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Read this fascinating story of how a Methodist church in Kent moved from its building into a village hall and how this has helped them shape themselves as a new missional community. Superintendent, the Revd Helen Hollands says: "Of course people were sad to to lose their building but in the end, when it was sold, many saw it as a relief. Since moving to the village hall, the church in Headcorn has gained three new attendees. I think some people are more comfortable coming to church in a village hall, perhaps it feels less intimidating." |
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The East Anglia District has decided to dedicate 2023 to prayer. Prayer 23 is aimed at enabling the District to rediscover the ancient truth by praying more often, more creatively and in ways they had never imagined. |
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Located in Merkinch, Inverness, the Bike Shed provides the local people with a safe and friendly environment to gather, have a chat and be themselves. Dave Saunders, a Methodist pioneer in Inverness for nearly 12 years, is the instigator of the Bike Shed which is now a successful non-commercial venue with the support of the Methodist Church. |
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Located near Glasgow, Paisley Central Hall is a small but active church offering new activities to its community, including Bouncy Church, an intergenerational day for local families. |
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The President Designate of The Methodist Conference, the Revd Helen Cameron, spoke on BBC Radio Nottingham and BBC Radio Derby about her election and how she feels. She will begin her year in office at the Methodist Conference in Leeds in June 2024. You can tune in to the BBC Radio Nottingham interview at 1hr 51 and the BBC Radio Derby interview at 1hr 42. |
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If you're interested in being a part of the Connexional Team or interested in volunteering with the Methodist Church, then take a look to see what roles are available. Please make sure to share if you know of anyone who may be interested. |
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We’re looking for the Methodist Youth President for 2024/2025. If you're interested then you need to be between the ages of 18-23 and a member of the Methodist Church.
This is a great role and opportunity to travel round the UK and overseas, to learn new skills and leadership, and be the face of the younger generation of the Methodist Church |
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The Methodist-supported Fund for Human Need offers grants to relieve poverty and hunger. In the first six months of 2023, the charity gave out more money than they received in donations. As the cost of living crisis continues and people's needs change, they want to be able to support as many people as possible who may be going through financial hardship. If you or your church can help support FHN your contributions would be very welcome. You can find out more here: |
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