The Methodist Church

With a new Government putting new housing as a priority, promises on renters reform, and the establishment of an Ending Homelessness Unit, our next Housing and Homelessness Gathering will discuss how Methodists can contribute to each of these policy developments. Follow up on the matters that were presented in our last Gathering and be hear more stories of innovation across the Connexion on Friday 4 October online. Find out more and register at https://lnkd.in/epxenyf2

This year, you are invited to Celebrate Disability Awareness Week with Revd Helen Cameron, President of the Methodist Conference, as she launches Disability Awareness Week with a special service held at Brierley Hill Methodist Church on 15 September 2024. The service has been planned with the charity Through the Roof and will be livestreamed. Find out more about the service and resources produced with Raise the Roof to support you in celebrating Disability Awareness Week 15-22 September 2024 at https://lnkd.in/dAiZyJPH

A prayer following tragedy in the English Channel 🙏 We believe God cares for every child created, that every life matters to God. No one dies unknown by God, everyone has value in God’s eyes. The very hairs of each of our heads are counted. We are all loved and precious to God. So, we pray for the bereaved as they mourn their loved ones. We pray that those gangs who smuggle people and treat them as disposable commodities will meet justice and be defeated. May your Kingdom come. Amen. Find the full prayer and statement at https://lnkd.in/eftQf8rP

How is hope returning to one of the most deprived areas of Britain? Find out in the connexion at https://lnkd.in/e9gKBKeX You don’t need to attend church to subscribe (free!) to future issues of the magazine. Sign up at https://lnkd.in/dHNJZfMm Picture: Getty Images.

Don't miss this! ⬇️ JPIT are creating a network of congregations that are committed to developing a meaningful relationship with their MP, with a range of resources to support your church following the election. Join an introductory webinar to discover what the Constituency Action Network (CAN) is for and how your congregation can be empowered. Find out more and register at https://lnkd.in/eGmhiMss

Could you invite your MP to a church service? This is not to preach at them, nor to give them a ‘shopping list’! It is an opportunity to listen to their story of why they are serving as an MP, their motivations and their concerns. A meaningful relationship develops with good listening. JPIT are creating a network of congregations that are committed to developing a meaningful relationship with their MP, with a range of resources to support your church following the election. Find out more at https://lnkd.in/eGmhiMss

Planning ahead to 2025? Get organised with the Methodist Diary 2025 – the essential diary for Methodists. Order from Methodist Publishing at https://lnkd.in/dSKe2AYV

Creationtide is a time in the church year when we are particularly invited to consider our relationship with God’s creation. If you’re working toward your Eco Church bronze, silver or gold award, you’ll be looking for ways to explore creation care in your worship life. Or perhaps you’re looking for resources for your Local Arrangement services. We've put together a range of resources to support you and your church engage with the season of creation at the link below 🔗⬇️

Sending your MP a card is a simple idea, but can be so powerful. The personal touch will help new and returning MPs feel welcome and supported as they begin their term of service in Westminster. Find more ideas and resources from JPIT at https://lnkd.in/eGmhiMss

Out now! Don’t miss the latest issue of the connexion, full of inspiring stories from the Methodist Church in Britain. Read online now at https://lnkd.in/djabkwv6 and subscribe (free!) to future issues of the magazine at https://lnkd.in/dHNJZfMm