Davenport Methodist Church

28/10/2026

As part of Black History Month, discover the incredible life of Walter Tull – the first ever Black British Army officer and footballer for Tottenham Hotspur and Northampton Town – who grew up in one of Action for Children’s former homes in Bethnal Green around 1900.

Read his full story and legacy at methodist.org.uk/about/our-stories/black-history-month-remembering-walter-tull/

28/10/2026

Lord, in our seasons of sorrow you are the source of joy. Thank you for your promise to be near to the broken-hearted and to bind their wounds.

Lord, for those who are longing for a freshness from you, we pray you would rest on them. We pray your presence would illuminate sparks of joy, allowing them to spread your goodness.

Lord, do what only you can – bring strength from fear, joy from grief, and bless your children around the world. Amen.

Rareş Călugăr, District Superintendent, UMC Romania

Find more ways to pray at methodist.org.uk/prayer.

28/10/2026

26/10/2026

This Thursday (29 October) the eleventh annual Scottish Episcopal Institute Lecture will be given by Rev Dr Raj Bharat Patta in Paisley on Thursday 29 October at 5pm.

The lecture will be delivered by Dr Patta, who is a minister at the United Stockport Circuit, will be titles 'Towards a subaltern theology of sanctuary in the context of far-right extremism'.

The SEI Lecture will take place at the Wade Hall, Maxwell Street, Paisley, PA3 2AB. Light refreshments will be provided. The lecture will be recorded for broadcast after the event.

Please RSVP to [email protected]

26/10/2026

"When you find yourself wrestling to make sense of something in the Bible... come back to those words of Jesus. It's all, fundamentally, about love"

This weekend we celebrate Bible Sunday; it’s an opportunity not only to pay attention to God in the Scripture and in the world but also to give thanks for the stories, poems, songs and prayers that have shaped the lives of generations of Christians.

Andy Fishburne, Discipleship and Faith Formation Officer shares his blog at methodist.org.uk/about/our-stories/bible-sunday-25-october-2026/

26/10/2026

Lord, our God,
You were human long before me.
You preceded me on earth.
Long before me, you knew hatred and forgiveness.
Long before me, you knew doubt and hope.
Long before me, you knew anger and peace.
Long before me, you knew sorrow and joy.
Thanks to your coming so long ago,
I am not alone today on the path,
for you carry with me
my hatred, my doubt, my anger and my sorrow,
for you give me
your forgiveness, your hope, your peace and your joy.
Above all, you fill me with your unconditional love.
Lord, our God,
you were human long before me.
You preceded me on earth
Thanks to your coming so long ago,
I am not alone today on the path. Amen.

Cyriane Rohner-Ouvry, District Superintendent, UMC in France and Belgium

Find more ways to pray at methodist.org.uk/prayer.

26/10/2026

A reminder of our weekly District Online Prayer gathering on Tuesday mornings at 8.00am for half an hour.

Join us tomorrow morning via Zoom (send a message for the regular weekly code, if you don't have it), when we continue our journey through 'Living for Jesus and Justice: Daily Prayers for Radical Christians'.
Tomorrow led by Sharon Read and Phil Gough.

All welcome

25/10/2026

The founder of PeerTalk, Methodist minister the Revd Stephen Normanton, is not only celebrating its tenth anniversary but also the many trained volunteers who make it happen.

Thousands of meetings have been held across 18 different locations in the UK. The vision is to establish a nationally recognised, trusted brand to support people living with mental health issues. The Revd Stephen shares his blog at methodist.org.uk/about/our-stories/facing-depression-together/

25/10/2026

Loving God,
We come before you with honest hearts, bringing both our sorrow and hope. You know the struggles we carry and the pain we find hard to put into words. Be close to us in moments of sadness and remind us that we are never alone. Bring comfort where there is hurt, and strength where there is weakness. Transform our sorrow into joy, not by ignoring what has been difficult, but by shaping us through your love and grace. Help us to trust your presence and to walk forwards with hope, courage and renewed joy. Amen.

Genesis Padgett, Youth President 2025/2026

Find more ways to pray at methodist.org.uk/prayer.

25/10/2026

Inviting you to listen to this episode of Subversive Spiritualities, where I explore Halloween through a biblical, theological, intercultural and missional lens. Drawing on my experiences of growing up in India and living in Britain, I reflect on how Christians might move beyond fear and condemnation towards hospitality, hope and love.

-Rev’d. Dr. Raj Patta , 25.10.2026

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