We are a friendly family of 34 churches and two Methodist / Anglican schools and outreach and social projects serving communities across Bristol and South Gloucestershire with a membership that spans all ages.
Welcome to our circuit! Whether you’re new to the area or looking for a church home, we have a warm and welcoming community for everyone. Explore our churches, find service times, and discover opportunities to grow in faith.
Find your churchAdventurous, inclusive and Spirit inspired: We encourage and nurture the growing of our local communities so that all may encounter God’s love in Jesus.
Join us for worship, fellowship, and community events happening across our circuit.
Join us at the Avon Valley Railway for an evening of carol singing and Christmas cheer onboard our steam train! Our much-loved carol train is returning for two evenings this year. Join us on the 5th & 6th December for an evening of merriment and festivity.
Here we share good news from across the circuit, telling the stories of past events and moments of joy.
Our Superintendent, Rev Teddy Kalong, shares his November pastoral letter, offering reflections for Remembrance Sunday and a message about the importance of peace in our communities and across the world. The letter…
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Christmas is a time for giving, sharing and showing kindness. This year, Turnaround Bristol is inviting us to help bring some festive cheer to people experiencing homelessness and hardship. The Christmas Appeal…
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On Sunday 25th October, at Potterswood, we celebrated our 134th anniversary, with an uplifting and joyful service led by Superintendent Teddy Kalongo. Our church was established in 1892, as ‘the Tin Mission’…
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The Methodist Church takes Safeguarding very seriously. We have trained Safeguarding Officers in each of our churches, together with a Circuit Co-ordinator and a District Safeguarding Officer. All of our paid staff, Clergy, local church officers, Local Preachers and those working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are required to have on-going Safeguarding Training and a current DBS check.
All our leaders undergo comprehensive safeguarding training and background checks.
We foster a culture where everyone looks out for one another with care and respect.
Our safeguarding procedures are transparent, regularly reviewed, and easily accessible.
We encourage open dialogue and provide clear channels for reporting concerns.