EQUIP SERIES

Updating you on developments with the new North West England District

Reguar monthly information evenings are taking place on zoom for anyone interested in finding out more about the new North West England [NWE] Methodist District.  Details, including the zoom link can be found here.

 

Housing for Homelessness Gathering

Wed, 8 May 2024 10:30am

The Church at Carrs Lane, Birmingham

Interested in how the Methodist Church can be a part of the solution to homelessness?

There will a range of speakers at this gathering from within the church and from the housing world who will provide you with inspiration and the knowledge on using church property for affordable and supported housing. The gathering is an opportunity to learn about how affordable and supported housing is delivered and how you can work in partnership with housing organisations.

Meeting in person will also give you the chance to meet Methodists from other parts of the country who also wish to play their part in tackling the housing and homelessness crisis. You will also be able to hear about what Methodist churches are doing locally as part of our calling to serve the community. The event is free. Tickets are limited and available on Eventbrite.

A County Circuit Listening Space

As every church and circuit in Cumbria considers whether to become one single circuit across Cumbria, everyone’s voice is important in our deliberations.  A variety of views, hopes and challenges have been expressed from across our Cumbria District.  On the 3rd February, Place for Hope are facilitating a Listening Space – a space dedicated to us hearing and understanding the differing feelings and opinions that are being expressed.  Ruth Forsythe and Brec Seaton will host this Listening Space.
We look forward to sharing this Listening Space with you at Penrith Methodist Church on 3rd February – 9.30 am for refreshments ready for a 10am start.

Chair of new North West England District announced

As you are aware the Methodist Conference of June 2023 agreed that Cumbia, Lancashire, Bolton & Rochdale and the Liverpool Districts should merge from September 2024.  It is hoped that the 2024 Conference will agree that the Manchester & Stockport District can join this merger at the same time.

It is with pleasure that we can announce that Rev Dr James Tebbutt has been designated Chair of this new District.  The formal announcement of this appointment can be read here.

Together at Thornleigh

Mrs Kathleen Pearson will be the guest speaker for the Cumbria District MWiB Residential, at  Thornleigh Hotel in Grange over Sands.  Her theme is ‘To serve the present age’. This short break offers an opportunity for learning, personal reflection, prayer and time for leisure, fellowship and worship.  Taking place from November 6th to 8th you can find more details and the booking form here.