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The thought of chatting about death over tea and coffee may seem strange.
A Death Café was started by Deacon Bob Stoner from the Strathclyde Circuit
last September at Pollokshaws Methodist Church in Glasgow.
Even though it’s a taboo subject for some, the idea is to approach death in a
different way and help people feel more comfortable talking about it.

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The Methodist News 21st November 2024

The latest issue of Wesley House’s online open-access, peer-reviewed journal – Holiness – is out now!

This is the first of two special edition centenary issues which seek to celebrate 100 years of theological leadership, fellowship and excellence.

The journal offers a range of scholarship that formed part of Wesley House’s centenary events and articles and sermons beyond it. From Paul Chilcote’s excellent survey of the current state of the global Methodist communion in ‘Mapping Global Methodist Theology’, to Paul Glass’ intimate retelling of the ‘Story of Wesley House’. From Ruby Quantson-Davis’ pertinent treatment on the importance of ‘Sitting with the Discomfort of Decolonisation’, to Jane Leach’s deeply personal consideration of ‘A Century of Theological Reflection’ in Cambridge. 

We hope you find something to enjoy, and keep an eye out for the next! 

Paisley Central Hall is offering new activities to its community, including Bouncy Church, an intergenerational day for local families.

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Located in Merkinch, Inverness, The Bike Shed provides the local crowd with a safe and friendly environment to gather, have a chat and be themselves.

The Bike Shed owes its name to the bikes used to decorate the interior and exterior of the café. Bikes, wood, art and cheerful quotes create a friendly and welcoming environment for the local people to gather. Dave Saunders, a Methodist pioneer in Inverness for nearly 12 years and a woodworker, was the instigator of the Bike Shed: “There wasn’t a local, affordable coffee shop in the area where people could meet.”

The Bike Shed is now a successful non-commercial venue with the support of the Methodist Church and the volunteers who help to run it.

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Woodlands Methodist Church in Glasgow is pioneering several programs to help people struggling with addictions to alcohol, gambling and/or drugs.

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