Good News
This space is dedicated to sharing the wonderful things happening in our churches and communities. From special services and community events to moments of joy and celebration, we want to highlight the good news that shows God at work among us.
SUPERINTENDENT’S NOVEMBER PASTORAL LETTER
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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Turnaround Bristol Christmas Appeal 2026 – Spreading a Little Christmas Joy
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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Celebrating 134 of Years of Potterwood
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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A Warm Welcome on Halloween at Alveston Methodist Church
Alveston Methodist Church brought a little extra warmth to Halloween this year by offering a welcoming stop for families and children enjoying their trick-or-treating. A gazebo was set up outside the church,...
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Westbury-on-Trym Methodist Church Gets Creative with Recycling at Café Church
Westbury-on-Trym Methodist Church celebrated creativity, community and care for the environment at last Sunday’s Café Church service, led by the Messy Church team. The gathering gave people an opportunity to reflect on...
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Yate Boys’ Brigade Celebrates 60 Years
Yate Methodist Church was filled with a sense of celebration as the Yate Boys’ Brigade marked its 60th anniversary with a special service. The celebrations began with the Boys’ Brigade playing outside...
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Inside Out: Support After a Loss
A new support group starting Wednesday 4 November, 2.30–4.00pm Life can change in an instant. The loss of someone we love, the loss of a job, a change in our relationships or...
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Catalyst 25 Follow-Up: Sharing Stories, Growing Faith and Reaching Our Communities
Following last year’s Catalyst 25 church members from across the Circuit gathered for a follow-up coffee morning to reflect on what has been achieved, share experiences and explore new ways of reaching...
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A Musical Medley at Horfield Methodist Church
Horfield Methodist Church was filled with music, smiles and a wonderful sense of community on Friday 9 October, as the church hosted A Musical Medley – an evening of outstanding musical entertainment....
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On the Way: Young People from Across the Circuit Gather at 3Generate
There was plenty of excitement, laughter, worship and new friendships as young people from across the Bristol and South Gloucestershire Methodist Circuit travelled to Birmingham for 3Generate, the Methodist Church in Britain’s...
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Black History Month
Celebrating faith, heritage and the contribution of Black communities October is Black History Month, a time to celebrate the history, heritage, achievements and contributions of Black people and communities, while also reflecting...
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Adam Biddlestone Shares His New Lectionary Resource
We were delighted to welcome Adam Biddlestone, our former Communications and Engagement Officer, back to the Circuit for a special session with members of Staff on Thursday 1st October. The session introduced...
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