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Welcome to Rev Nel Shallow
We look forward to welcoming Rev’d Nel Shallow (and her husband James) to the Scotland Circuit. Nel will officially become minister of Aberdeen and Peterhead Methodist churches from 1st September. She will also be supporting new Christian communities throughout Scotland (via the New Places for New People programme).
A special welcome service will take place on Sunday 30th August, at 3pm, in Aberdeen Methodist Church. There will be refreshments afterwards and a chance for fellowship. If you are in the area, please come along.
Gathering Together in Dundee
Many people belong to a book club—or have a long list of books they hope to read. One title you may want to add before the Gathering is The Bay of the Deceptive Mist. Set in Dundee, it also explores one character’s relationship with Methodism. As described, ‘Robert Rab Munro’s only refuge is the sea. Aboard the Dundee clipper Grissel Jaffray, Munro’s life as a sailor—marked by brawls and brothels—is familiar chaos until a mysterious card inscribed with religious verses and a strange castaway challenge everything he knows. As theGrissel Jaffray sails through storms both literal and spiritual, the card’s cryptic changes suggest a divine test. Munro believes Death awaits him on land. Soon, he confronts the Seven Deadly Sins personified among the crew—and within himself. With each choice, the veil between superstition and truth grows thinner. A story of survival and faith.’ Author Malcolm Archbauld will lead a workshop on Saturday afternoon.
The Gathering traditionally begins with a ceilidh on Friday evening, and this year is no exception. Alternatively, you may prefer to attend a lecture at Roseangle Gallery, marking the opening of the Methodist Art Collection’s tour in Scotland.
For those attending with young people or children, a dedicated programme of activities will run on Saturday, with details to be announced shortly. The children’s work will be coordinated by Emma Williams, who attended the Gathering in Stirling. The young people’s Saturday programme will take place at the Friends Meeting House, just a two-minute walk away. Alongside activities focused on climate change and poetry, there will also be an opportunity to engage with the Youth President. This programme is being coordinated by Kathryn Campbell and the Learning Network.
Connexional Economic Justice
Can you help to build more economic justice across the Methodist Church? A working group looking at how the distribution of resources for mission and ministry can be fairer, and more in line with our justice-seeking across the Connexion, is hosting online listening sessions to hear your thoughts.
The first session is on Thursday 23rd July 2026. Read more about it, choose a different session, or register for a place.
Scottish Methodist Gathering
Free tickets are now available for the Gathering that takes place in Dundee 11 to 13 September 2026.
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
The Scottish Methodist Gathering 2026 – Gathering to Create
Where and when does it all take place?
All events are in The Malmaison Hotel, Dundee . The Gathering will open on Friday evening with a ceilidh on Friday and finish after worship around 1pm on Sunday.
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 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.
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
Save the Date(s)! 11th to 13th September 2026
Join Methodists from across Scotland for a weekend of worship, fellowship, and inspiration in Dundee. Themed “Gathering to Create”, this event features the Methodist Modern Art Collection, with contributions from figures including Jude Levermore (Head of Mission for the Methodist Church), Andrew Pratt (Hymn writer), Hamish Leese (Action for Hope implementation offer), Malcolm Archibald (local author), and others.
The weekend starts with a ceilidh on Friday, includes activities for all ages, and concludes with a Sunday service. Events will be centred at Malmaison hotel, near transport links and other venues like Roseangle Gallery and the Friends Meeting House.
Attend for the full weekend or just a day. Tickets available in April.
(Artwork by LindabeeDrawsDundee.com)
Advent 2025 online bible study
The Studies will be led by Rev Jon Garde.
Scotland Deserves Better – more information for churches
The Methodist Church in Scotland is an official supporter of ‘Scotland Deserves Better’ (SDB). Some individual Methodist Churches are also official supporters in their own right. SDB is not part of a political party and works for the end of poverty in Scotland. MSPs from various parties have joined. SDB wants to represent the Civil Society and Faith groups (churches).
SDB is organising a demonstration on the 25 October 2025. Individuals and groups are invited to gather in Edinburgh for the demonstration from 10am and the march will start at 11am. Two routes are planned, a longer and shorter one. Please see details about the march: https://www.scotland-demands-better.com/march-and-rally
You or your church don’t need to register but if you need updated information you can register for their newsletter: https://www.tfaforms.com/5177012 .
There is a fund to help the transport of groups to the event: https://www.scotland-demands-better.com/travel-bursary
If you would like to join in the church bloc of the march, please meet outside the Scottish Parliament at 10.30am to leave at 11.00am, at our pre-agreed location which you can find here: https://what3words.com/wiping.small.chief .
We encourage Methodist churches and members to join the demonstration and the movement as an expression of their faith and in seeking for a better, fairer, more just world. Some Methodist churches may choose to organise their own presence. Please contact Revd Laurent Vernet if you are interested in coordinating the Methodist response.