The Methodist Conference takes place from 25 June to 1 July 2026 in Telford. The complete Agenda for the Methodist Conference 2026 has now been published.
- Read the full agenda here
- Read about what’s being discussed at the Conference here
Author: Wesley
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Methodist Conference Agenda
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Digital Transformation and the Methodist Church
The Methodist Church is three months into a digital transformation! As part of this the digital team are looking to hear from Methodist people – anyone – who might have thoughts about what Digital should be or mean for Methodism in the UK.
If anyone would like to have a voice into this (including people who don’t really know about digital, techy things, all opinions are welcome, not just the computer enthusiasts!) then there is a link to a survey below. It doesn’t take too long to fill in.
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Scottish Methodist Gathering
Free tickets are now available for the Gathering that takes place in Dundee 11 to 13 September 2026.
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Lost in Wonder
For a number of years now a team of folk from across the Connexion have been present on the Royal Mile for a week during the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, inviting people into conversation, hearing their stories and blessing them on their way. This year, the engagement at the festival will be led by City of Edinburgh Methodist Church and folks from across the Scotland Circuit. We will be present on the Royal Mile for one day (Saturday 15th August), timings tbc though likely 10-5 (including breaks).
Could you join us? Don’t worry about feeling like an evangelism expert, Cameron Lee-Hume from the Evangelism and Growth team as well as Kathryn Campbell from the Learning Network will be supporting the team in advance, and on the day itself. This is a great opportunity to learn together, grow in evangelistic confidence and hear some wonderful stories!
To sign up please complete this form.
If you have any questions in advance, please feel free to email james.patronbell@methodist.org.uk
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Methodist Conference 2026 25th June to 1st July
The Conference agenda and draft programme have been published on the Methodist Church in Britain website.
This year we warmly welcome one of our own to the President’s Chair – Revd Mark Slaney.
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Have Your Say on Digital in Our Church – And help your church community do the same
We’re three months into the Digital Transformation Programme, and so far the listening has been mostly with district chairs, superintendents, circuit administrators and other roles. That’s been hugely valuable – but there are voices we still haven’t heard, and they’re exactly the voices that ought to be shaping this work.
We’d like every local church to help us widen the conversation.
We’ve opened a short survey for anyone – ministers, stewards, regular worshippers, volunteers, family members. Spread the word by using our downloadable notice sheet inserts and screen slides to bring your church community into the conversation.
We will read everything that comes in. At the end of every month we’ll publish a short ‘Here’s what we heard’ post on the programme page that names how many responses came in, the themes that emerged and what we’ve done or forwarded in response.
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The Beckly Lecture 2026 – Together towards life in a world of division
Monday 29 June from 6.45pm at the Methodist Conference, Telford.
In a world where political leaders invoke the language of civilisation to justify exclusion, where
creation care is dismissed as a cult, and strangers are feared, what does faithful Christian mission
look like? And what does it demand of us?
For the Beckly Lecture’s 100th anniversary, Roland Fernandes, general secretary for the General
Board of Global Ministries of The United Methodist Church, will bring an international perspective
to some of the most pressing questions facing the global Church today.Attend in person or watch the livestream. Register for either.
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Scottish Methodist Gathering
Come to Dundee and join Methodists from around Scotland for worship, conversation, prayer, study and much more.
Who is the Gathering for?
Open to all, the Gathering is offered as an opportunity for those around Scotland who have Methodist connections to come together in person, this year in Dundee.
The theme for the weekend, ‘Gathering to Create’ will be explored in lots of different ways as we face the challenging times in which we live, but look to God for grace and strength for the journey.
What will happen?
There will be a varied programme of activities and worship with elements for all ages. Some highlights will be:
- An opening Ceilidh on Friday evening.
- Guest speakers Jude Levermore and Andrew Pratt.
- A chance to see the Methodist Modern Art collection.
- Opportunities to meet in small groups with folk from around Scotland.
- Crafts, poetry and book groups
- A children’s programme during the day on Saturday, led by qualified children’s workers.
- A specific programme for young people
- Celebrating our diverse district.
- Soup and sandwich lunch for all on Saturday in the hotel.
- All embedded in a rhythm of prayer and worship.
Everyone will be free to dip in and out of the events as best suits them.
Where and when does it all take place?
All events are in The Malmaison Hotel . The Gathering will open on Friday evening with a ceilidh on Friday and finish after worship around 1pm on Sunday.
Where do I stay?
You are invited to arrange your own accommodation – plenty is available in Dundee ranging from campsites to hotels. A list of some possible suggested accommodation is available from Tourist Information.
What does it cost?
The district is making no charge for the weekend but is investing in this event as a significant part of our life as Methodists in Scotland. There will be opportunities to make a donation if you so wish. Some funding is available to subsidize accommodation costs, particularly for young people. Please email the team as below.
Do I need to book?
YES PLEASE. You can register on this page for the whole weekend or for individual days; please register as early as possible to help with planning, and no later than 31st August. Tickets are now available.
A soup and sandwich lunch will be provided on Saturday. You will be able to book on the next screen. (Any dietary needs will be requested nearer the time).
Can I help?
YES PLEASE! We would love to receive offers from volunteers, in particular for:
- Welcoming and help desk
- General stewarding
- First Aid
- Helping at one or more of the sessions of the children’s programme on Saturday.
Please email scotmethgathering@gmail.com if you are willing to volunteer in any capacity.
How do I find out more?
- Keep checking your inbox and our social media to find out what is being planned.
- Do get in touch with the planning group if you have questions using the email address: scotmethgathering@gmail.com
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Bible Month 2026 – Philippians
Inverness Methodist Church invites you to join them each morning in early June to read, reflect and pray on the book of Philippians.
We will gather at 8am for 10-15 mins from 1st to 5th June and then 8th to 12th June.
For more details contact Liz Allison:elizabeth.allison@methodist.org.uk
If you are not able to join with Inverness Methodist Church for these Bible Month reflections and prayer, you can still find inspiration as an individual or small group by using a daily reading guide and journal (if that is your thing).
Download the daily reading guide and journal .
Explore Bible Month (Philippians) – Training Video
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Ascension Day Worship
The Scotland Circuit is offering a short (13 minutes) time of worship for Ascension Day, celebrating the ascension of our Lord Jesus Christ. It is pre-recorded and can be seen in our usual YouTube platform, from 6am on Thursday 14th May. With thanks to Revd Laurent Vernet for arranging this act of worship.