Will I be welcome?

You can be sure of a warm welcome in a Methodist Church, whoever you are and however life has treated you. Don’t worry if you have doubts and questions, you’ll find that all people who go to church have a mixture of struggles and achievements in their lives. Christians find in church a place where we can be honest with God and ourselves and find help and support from others. We are all on a journey of faith – none of us is perfect.

Taking communion

Isn’t church just an escape from real life?

No – It takes courage to turn to God, or decide to explore what life might really be about. Lots of people are searching for a spiritual meaning that seems to be missing today, you won’t be alone. For some, life is frantically busy and overwhelming, leaving no space for quiet reflection. For others, there is loneliness and lack of purpose.

As Methodists we find, within our church community, a place where our own deepest questions about life can be explored. There are also opportunities to become involved in practical care both locally and in the wider society. Every local Methodist Church looks for ways to show Christian love in action, and Methodists across the world have joined with other churches to make a real difference to major social issues such as human rights abuses, environmental pollution, and Third World Dept. As followers of Jesus, Methodists care about poverty and suffering, and we don’t think that the church should stay out of politics

Can I get married or have my baby baptised in a Methodist Church?

People often turn to the church to help them mark the most important moments of life. Your enquiry is welcome whether or not you already have links with the church. The Church believes that it is God’s intention that a marriage should be a life-long union in body, mind and spirit of one man and one woman. However, if you are divorced, you may still be able to be married in a Methodist church. To find out more, talk to the minister.

Your baby can normally be baptised in a Methodist church after the Minister has explained to you what baptism means. Baptisms usually take place during the Sunday service.

What happens during Methodist worship?

Holy Bible

Methodist worship is quite varied, but you should always find:-

What else goes on? – Is there anything for children?

Methodist churches often have a variety of activities for the local community such as coffee mornings, women’s groups playgroups and clubs for children and young people. Check the church notice board or ask the person who greets you at the church door. Often there are special activities for children and young people on Sundays. Whenever things are organised for children or young people, Methodist churches operate a safeguarding policy.

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