Celebration of ‘Singing the Faith’
This is an opportunity to share in the exploration of the new Methodist hymn book, Singing the Faith, on January 14th 2012, between 2pm and 5pm at Belle Vue Methodist Chapel, Shrewsbury.
The afternoon will be led by Rev. David Cooper and the Belle Vue Music Group, and is aimed at everyone who has an interest in music in worship (preachers, organists, musicians, worship leaders, stewards, choir members and anyone else who is interested).
Refreshments will be available during the afternoon. Further information can be obtained from Reg Wilford of Belle Vue Methodist Chapel, or email the webmaster.
“Worshipping in music and song is at the very heart of what it means to be a Methodist” said the Revd Leo Osborn, President of the Methodist Conference. “Every item in this collection has been carefully chosen and considered suitable for publication. I have no doubt that Singing the Faith will enhance and enrich the life and worship of the Methodist Church.“
Future dates for Cafe Church
Cafe Church, a new ecumencial venture in Shrewsbury town centre, will be meeting on the following dates over the next few months: 25th Jan, 22nd Feb, 28th March, 25th April (no meeting in December). We meet at 7.30pm – 8.30 pm in the Shrewsbury Coffee House, Castle Gates, Shrewsbury (near the Station).
Cafe Church aims to provide for those seeking a more spiritual element in their lives an informal opportunity to explore Christianity.
If this could be you, why not come along for coffee and a chat in a friendly relaxed setting?
Family Story Cafe – Tenbury Wells
Once a month on the 3rd Sunday 3-5pm the Methodist Hall at Tenbury becomes the Family Story Cafe. It does what it says on the tin – a space for families, a story time, all with coffee and cake.
It is a joint project by the Methodists and St Mary’s, the parish church using skills from both congregations .
You can relax with a drink and chat, or get involved in the activities provided – no age limits on the creative tables! The story time presents Bible stories in an interactive way using Godly Play material which we loan from the Diocesan Resource Centre in Ludlow.
The vision was for the churches to support families in the area offering a low cost but stimulating environment for adults and children alike. We don’t charge but invite donations to cover expenses, which are fairly low with lovely homemade cakes donated by church members.
Although it is still very new (starting July 2011) we are getting to know new families. If anyone wants to find out more contact Rev Helen Roberts helen_goolwa@ hotmail.com or via the circuit office.
Welcome to Our Site!
Welcome to the Shropshire & Marches Methodist Circuit website.
With the help of Jason Curtis a member at one of our churches, the Circuit has been able to put together this brilliant site which will guide you through our very large Circuit. By using the tabs accross the top you can navigate your way through and find out how we are and how we came to be.
We hope you enjoy finding out about our Ministers, churches and exploring what we have to offer.
Community Cafe Church in Shrewsbury
A new ecumencial venture in Shrewsbury town centre, the Cafe Church, has now moved to The Shrewsbury Coffee House, Castle Gates, Shrewsbury (near the Station).
The Cafe Church meets on 4th Wednesday of the month at 7.30pm and aims to provide those seeking a more spiritual element in their lives and an informal opportunity to explore Christianity.
If this could be you, why not come along for coffee and a chat in a friendly relaxed setting?
The next meeting is on Wednesday 24th November from 7.30pm - 8.30pm
Choir visit a great success
Two members of Wem Methodist Church – Alwyn Thomas and Sue Holland, who will be celebrating “special” birthdays next month – decided to mark these milestones, as well as raise funds for the church, by organising a Concert by the Shrewsbury-based Choir Of One Accord, of which Sue is a member.
The Concert took place at the church on Saturday, 12th February when a large audience enjoyed a packed programme of 25 items covering a wide variety of musical styles, introduced with much humour by the Choir’s Musical Director, Alison Stevens. The Accompanist was Ann Taylor.
Tasty refreshments were served in the interval and the event raised £700 for church funds.
Edwardian Christmas Fayre a great success
A message from Felicia, Rosemary and Margaret.
“Thank you to all who came and bought, all those who helped on the day and those who have worked so hard at home and at church all through the last few months.
The Market raised an incredible £2,300 last Saturday. We hope you enjoyed the morning, despite the weather.”
Photos from the Circuit Inaugural Service
The Shropshire and Marches Methodist Circuit Inaugural Service was held on Wednesday 1st September 2010 at St Chad’s Church in Shrewsbury. Click on an image to see a larger version.
Evening of Entertainment in Welshampton
Gill Cartwright writes:
‘The Churches in Welshampton held a very successful ‘Evening of Entertainment’ in the marquee at the home of John and Zena Heyes, on the Sunday following their daughter Sian’s Wedding to Nic.
Over 90 people supported the event, a lovely 2 course supper was served, followed by a very enjoyable evening of wonderful music, singing, instrumental duets and solos, plus the opportunity for us all to join together to sing.
We had a selection of songs and Hymns to choose from, and enjoyed them all. For me, the Hippopotamus Song came near the top of favourites! We were especially grateful to our Minister for stepping in at the last moment to lead the entertainment; we were extremely sorry that Paul Trenberth was unable to be with us, but most grateful to Bill for ‘stepping in’ Paul’s shoes!
The members of our Churches in Welshampton would like to thank everyone who supported us, but particularly John and Zena Heyes, and Mr and Mrs Adams their neighbours, for the opportunity to use the lovely marquee. The two Churches shared the six hundred and sixty pounds raised on the evening.’
Welshampton young church
Young Church Celebration
Welshampton Young Church celebrated in June with a service led by Marie Price. They performed four short plays about Elijah and Elisha, to the delight of the congregation. A birthday cake with candles to blow out completed the celebration.
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