# Wantage Methodist Church

> a Methodist Circuit in the town of Wantage, Oxfordshire.

Intended audience: the local community, church members, seekers of faith, and visitors interested in learning more about Methodist teachings and activities in Wantage.

## Pages
- [Home](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/): Welcome to the website of Wantage Methodist Church. Wantage is a picturesque and historic market town located in the Vale of the White Horse in Oxfordshire.
- [Baptisms](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/worship/baptisms.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Baptisms
- [Church News](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Church News
- [Funerals](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/worship/funerals.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Funerals
- [Minister's Musings](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/ministers-musings.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Minister's Musings
- [Bruce Thompson](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/our-church/whos-who/keith-underhill.html): Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit. Pellentesque habitant morbi tristique senectus et netus et malesuada fames ac turpis egestas. Vestibulum tortor quam, feugiat vitae, ultricies eget, tempor sit amet, ante. Donec eu libero sit amet
- [Calendar](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/calendar.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Calendar
- [Newsletter](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/newsletter.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Newsletter
- [David Worth](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/our-church/whos-who/david-worth.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Person 7
- [Holy Communion](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/worship/holy-communion.html): As part of ensuring that we as a church are as inclusive and as accessible as we can be, please note that the bread we will be using for Holy Communion from now on will be gluten free.
- [Notice Sheet](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/notice-sheet.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Notice Sheet
- [Helen Carter](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/our-church/whos-who/helen-carter.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Person 7
- [Preaching Plan](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/worship/preaching-plan.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Preaching Plan
- [Service Information](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/worship/service-information.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Service Information
- [Gordon Skidmore](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/our-church/whos-who/gordon-skidmore.html): Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit. Pellentesque habitant morbi tristique senectus et netus et malesuada fames ac turpis egestas. Vestibulum tortor quam, feugiat vitae, ultricies eget, tempor sit amet, ante. Donec eu libero sit amet
- [Sermons](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/worship/sermons.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Sermons
- [Weddings](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/worship/weddings.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Weddings
- [Ann Barber](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/our-church/whos-who/ann-barber.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Person 8
- [June Grunwald](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/our-church/whos-who/june-grunwald.html): Welcome to the June Grunwald page at Wantage Methodist Church, a Methodist church in Wantage. Find out more about our activities and events.
- [WGCP](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/wgcp.html): Wantage Methodist Church - WGCP
- [Contact](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/contact.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Contact
- [Terms](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/terms.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Terms
- [Search](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/search.html): A Methodist Circuit in Wantage, Oxfordshire. Find out more about Wantage Methodist Church, a vibrant Methodist church in Wantage.
- [Map](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/map.html): A Methodist church in Wantage, Oxfordshire. Find us on the map and join us for worship at Wantage Methodist Church.
- [Junior Church and Creche](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/youth/junior-church.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Junior Church
- [Kids@Church](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/youth/kidschurch.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Kids@Church
- [Safeguarding](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/youth/safeguarding.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Safeguarding
- [Community Drop In Cafe](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/activities/community-drop-in-cafe.html): In April 2019 our church launched a Community Drop-In Cafe. The cafe happens every Monday morning (including Bank Holidays) in our church hall from 9:00 am and 12 noon.
- [Knit and Chat](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/activities/knit-and-chat.html): Knit and Chat is an informal group who meet on the first and third Monday of the month from 2 pm. The group knit (and crochet) for their own pleasure and also for a variety of causes. Scarves and hats have been sent to refugee charities and to a charity in Mongolia. Small baby items have been sent to hospitals for prem
- [Tuesday Prayer and Study Group](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/activities/tuesday-house-group.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Tuesday House Group
- [Elmbrook Bible Study](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/activities/wednesday-fellowship.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Wednesday Fellowship
- [Action for Children](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/mission/action-for-children.html): Action for Children (previously known National Children's Home) is a charity supported by the Methodist Church.
- [Amnesty International](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/mission/amnesty-international.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Amnesty International
- [Christian Aid](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/mission/christian-aid.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Christian Aid
- [Church Action on Poverty](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/mission/church-action-on-poverty.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Church Action on Poverty
- [Fair Trade](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/mission/fair-trade.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Fair Trade
- [Food Bank](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/mission/food-bank.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Food Bank
- [Holocaust Memorial Day](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/mission/holocaust-memorial-day.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Holocaust Memorial Day
- [Prisons week](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/mission/prisons-week.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Prisons week
- [Street Pastors](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/mission/street-pastors.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Street Pastors
- [Toilet Twinning](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/mission/toilet-twinning.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Toilet Twinning
- [Accessibility](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/our-church/accessibility.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Accessibility
- [Committees](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/our-church/committees.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Committees
- [Dementia Friendly Church](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/our-church/dementia-friendly-church.html): We are pleased to be able to say that we have now registered with Dementia Friends, an initiative of the Alzheimer's Society.
- [Governance](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/our-church/governance.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Governance
- [Hall and Room Hire](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/our-church/hall-and-room-hire.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Hall and Room Hire
- [Chapel & Hall Rooms' Regular Users](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/our-church/hall-and-room-hire/our-users.html): Chapel & Hall Rooms' Regular Users
- [How to find us](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/our-church/how-to-find-us.html): Wantage Methodist Church - How to find us
- [History of Wantage Methodist Church](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/our-church/our-history.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Our History
- [The Circuit](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/our-church/circuit.html): Wantage Methodist Church - The Circuit
- [The District](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/our-church/district.html): Wantage Methodist Church - The District
- [Who's Who](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/our-church/whos-who.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Who's Who
- [Discrimination & Abuse Response Service](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/our-church/discrimination-abuse-response-service.html): A safe and supportive space at Wantage Methodist Church, the Methodist church in Wantage, offering a Discrimination & Abuse Response Service.
- [Safeguarding](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/our-church/safeguarding.html): A safe and secure environment for all at Wantage Methodist Church, a prominent Methodist church in Wantage. Safeguarding is our priority.
- [A brief history in 4 videos](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/methodism/brief-history-in-4-videos.html): Methodist Minister and Ministerial Co-ordinator for oversight of Ordained Ministries, The Revd. Dr. Jonathan Hustler details the history of the Methodist Church from its beginning until the present, in these four brief videos.
- [A snap shot](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/methodism/methodism.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Methodism
- [Our Calling](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/methodism/our-calling.html): Wantage Methodist Church - Our Calling
- [From Keith](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/covid-19/from-keith.html): Wantage Methodist Church From Keith
- [Updates](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/covid-19/updates.html): Wantage Methodist Church Updates
- [Worship @ Home resources](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/covid-19/worshipdevotional-resources.html): Wantage Methodist Church Worship/devotional resources
- [Richmond Prayer Group](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/activities/richmond-prayer-group.html): Welcome to the Richmond Prayer Group at Wantage Methodist Church, a Methodist church in Wantage. Join us for prayer and fellowship.

## Articles
- [Healing the Soul of the Nation](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/healing-soul-of-nation.html): 3 Jun 2026 - Explore spiritual healing and wholeness at Wantage Methodist Church. Join us in Wantage, Oxfordshire, for services, prayer, and fellowship that nurture the soul.
- [Community Cafe](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/community-cafe-7.html): 21 May 2026 - Join us at Wantage Methodist Church's Community Café for a warm welcome, great coffee, and friendly conversation. Everyone is welcome - come and connect with us.
- [Knit and Chat](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/knit-and-chat-11.html): 22 Apr 2026 - Join Wantage Methodist Church's Knit & Chat group for fellowship, creativity, and community spirit in a warm, welcoming environment.
- [Community Cafe](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/community-cafe-6.html): 20 Apr 2026 - Join the Comm Unity Cafe at Wantage Methodist Church for warm fellowship, refreshments, and community spirit in Oxfordshire. All welcome!
- [Street Pastors](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/street-pastors.html): 20 Apr 2026 - Discover how Wantage Methodist Street Pastors offer support and care to the local community during evenings and events.
- [Going for Growth](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/going-for-growth.html): 13 Apr 2026 - Discover how Wantage Methodist Church is growing faith, community, and outreach through the 'Going for Growth' initiative. Join us today.
- [Do you have a favourite Easter hymn?](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/do-you-have-a-favourite-easter-hymn.html): 31 Mar 2026 - Share and discover your favourite Easter hymns with Wantage Methodist Church, celebrating faith and community this Easter season.
- [Services for Easter](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/services-for-easter.html): 26 Mar 2026 - Join Wantage Methodist Church for Easter Services celebrating hope, renewal, and faith. All welcome from the local community and beyond.
- [World Day of Prayer](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/world-day-of-prayer-2.html): 4 Mar 2026 - Join us for the World Day of Prayer, a time of worship and reflection, connecting our community through faith and hope.
- [Caritas Concert](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/caritas-concert.html): 4 Mar 2026 - Join us for the Caritas Concert at Wantage Methodist Church, celebrating music and community spirit in support of local charities.
- [Community Cafe](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/community-cafe-5.html): 4 Feb 2026 - Discover Wantage Methodist Church: a welcoming community offering faith, fellowship, and activities for all ages in Wantage, Oxfordshire.
- [Christmas Tree Festival](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/christmas-tree-festival-5.html): 4 Feb 2026 - Join us for the Xmas Tree Festival at Wantage Methodist Church, celebrating the joy of the season with beautiful trees and community spirit.
- [Knitted angels](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/knitted-angels.html): 4 Feb 2026 - Discover the Knitted Angels project at Wantage Methodist Church, spreading love and hope in our community through handmade angels.
- [Community Cafe](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/community-cafe-4.html): 23 Jun 2025 - Join us at Wantage Methodist Church's Community Cafe, a welcoming space for all in the heart of Wantage.
- [Knit and Chat](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/knit-and-chat-10.html): 8 May 2025 - Join us at Wantage Methodist Church for 'Knit & Chat', a friendly gathering at the Methodist church in Wantage.
- [Palm Sunday Service change of time](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/palm-sunday-service.html): 8 Apr 2025 - Join us for the Palm Sunday service at Wantage Methodist Church, a welcoming Methodist church in Wantage. Celebrate with us!
- [London Landmark Half Marathon](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/london-landmark-half-marathon.html): 7 Apr 2025 - Discover Wantage Methodist Church, a welcoming Methodist church in Wantage, fostering community and faith for all.
- [Knit and Chat](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/knit-and-chat-1.html): 31 Jan 2025 - Join us at Wantage Methodist Church for our Knit & Chat sessions, a warm gathering at this welcoming Methodist church in Wantage.
- [Holy Habits](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/holy-habits-1.html): 31 Jan 2025 - Discover the Holy Habits at Wantage Methodist Church, a welcoming Methodist church in Wantage, fostering community and spiritual growth.
- [Kids@Church 17th November](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/kidschurch-17th-november.html): 19 Nov 2024 - Join us for Kids@Church on 17 Nov at Wantage Methodist Church, a welcoming Methodist church in Wantage for fun and learning!
- [Stepping out with Noah October 20th](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/stepping-out-with-noah-october-20th.html): 21 Oct 2024 - Join us at Wantage Methodist Church for SOWN on 20th Oct, a vibrant event at the heart of the Methodist church in Wantage.
- [Kids@Church October 20th](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/kidschurch-october-20th.html): 21 Oct 2024 - Join us for Kids@Church at Wantage Methodist Church, a welcoming Methodist church in Wantage, on October 20th!
- [For a Time exhibition](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/for-a-time-exhibition.html): 7 Oct 2024 - Explore the 'For a Time Exhibition' at Wantage Methodist Church, a welcoming Methodist church in Wantage, Oxfordshire.
- [Stepping out with Noah walks](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/stepping-out-with-noah-walks.html): 7 Oct 2024 - Join us at Wantage Methodist Church for Noah Walks, a delightful event at our Methodist church in Wantage.
- [Breakfast Run, Walk or just Eat.](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/breakfast-run-walk-or-just-eat.html): 1 Sep 2024 - A delicious start to your day with the Breakfast Run or Eat event at Wantage Methodist Church, a welcoming Methodist church in Wantage. Join us for a hearty meal and warm fellowship.
- [Harvest](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/harvest-2.html): 1 Sep 2024 - A celebration of abundance at Wantage Methodist Church's Harvest event. Join us to give thanks and enjoy the festivities in this Methodist church in Wantage.
- [Holy Habits (lite) September - November](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/holy-habits-lite-september-november.html): 1 Sep 2024 - A guide to the Holy Habits (lite) course at Wantage Methodist Church, a Methodist church in Wantage. Join us from Sept-Nov for spiritual growth and community.
- [Peace Day](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/peace-day.html): 1 Sep 2024 - Wantage Methodist Church in Wantage invites you to celebrate Peace Day with us. Join our Methodist community for a day of reflection and unity.
- [Holy Habits](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/holy-habits-2.html): 26 May 2024 - A comprehensive guide to developing 'Holy Habits' at Wantage Methodist Church, a Methodist church in Wantage. Explore spiritual growth in our community.
- [Community Cafe](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/community-cafe-3.html): 6 May 2024 - A welcoming Community Cafe at Wantage Methodist Church, offering a warm gathering place for residents of Wantage. Visit our Methodist church in Wantage today.
- [Sector Holy Week services](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/sector-holy-week-services.html): 27 Feb 2024 - Sector Holy Week services at Wantage Methodist Church, a Methodist church in Wantage.
- [SOWN walks](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/sown-walks.html): 27 Feb 2024 - A Methodist Church in Wantage offering SOWN walks for the local community. Join us for a refreshing and spiritual experience.
- [World Day of Prayer](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/world-day-of-prayer-1.html): 15 Feb 2024 - Join Wantage Methodist Church for the World Day of Prayer event. Learn more about this Methodist church in Wantage and how they are celebrating.
- [Week of prayer for Christian Unity](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/week-of-prayer-for-christian-unity-2.html): 1 Jan 2024 - Join Wantage Methodist Church in celebrating the Week of prayer for Christian Unity. Discover the unity and fellowship within our Methodist church in Wantage.
- [Holocaust events](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/holocaust-events.html): 26 Dec 2023 - Wantage Methodist Church invites you to explore the impact of Holocaust events. Join our Methodist church in Wantage to commemorate and learn.
- [What about Joseph?](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/what-about-joseph.html): 8 Dec 2023 - Explore the story of Joseph at Wantage Methodist Church, a welcoming Methodist church in Wantage. Discover the lessons and relevance of Joseph's journey.
- [Christmas Tree Festival](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/christmas-tree-festival-4.html): 2 Dec 2023 - Join us at Wantage Methodist Church for our annual Christmas Tree Festival. Explore beautifully decorated trees and celebrate the festive season with the Methodist church in Wantage.
- [Angel Blessing](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/angel-blessing.html): 16 Nov 2023 - A heartfelt Angel Blessing article from Wantage Methodist Church, a beloved Methodist church in Wantage. Discover the divine guidance and blessings within our church community.
- [Christmas Tree Festival](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/christmas-tree-festival-3.html): 16 Nov 2023 - A festive celebration awaits at the Christmas Tree Festival hosted by Wantage Methodist Church, a vibrant Methodist church in Wantage, Oxfordshire.
- [Vigil for Peace](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/vigil-for-peace.html): 11 Oct 2023 - Join us at Wantage Methodist Church for a Vigil for Peace. Discover the warmth and community of our Methodist church in Wantage.
- [Prayer for Israel-Palestine](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/prayer-for-israel-palestine.html): 9 Oct 2023 - A prayer for Israel-Palestine by Wantage Methodist Church, a Methodist church in Wantage.
- [Ride and Stride](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/ride-and-stride-1.html): 24 Sep 2023 - A Methodist church in Wantage, UK. Join us for the 'Ride and Stride' event.
- [Harvest](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/harvest-1.html): 24 Sep 2023 - A harvest article featuring Wantage Methodist Church, a vibrant Methodist church in Wantage. Join us as we celebrate the bountiful harvest season!
- [Two new novels to read!](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/ministers-musings/two-new-novels-to-read.html): 24 Sep 2023 - A must-read! Discover two gripping new novels at Wantage Methodist Church, the premier Methodist church in Wantage.
- [Grove Film Club](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/grove-film-club-2.html): 15 Sep 2023 - A warm and welcoming Methodist church in Wantage, UK. Join us at Wantage Methodist Church for the Grove Film Club.
- [Keith's sermon on Eating Together](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/keiths-sermon-on-eating-together.html): 5 Sep 2023 - A thought-provoking sermon on the importance of eating together at Wantage Methodist Church, a vibrant Methodist church in Wantage.
- [Cornerstone update and vacancies](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/cornerstone-update-and-vacancies.html): 5 Sep 2023 - A Cornerstone update and vacancies article for Wantage Methodist Church, a Methodist church in Wantage.
- [Eating Together](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/eating-together.html): 3 Sep 2023 - A warm and welcoming Methodist church in Wantage. Join us for 'Eating Together' and experience the joy of community and fellowship.
- [Holy Habits](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/holy-habits.html): 11 Aug 2023 - A guide to developing Holy Habits at Wantage Methodist Church, a thriving Methodist church in Wantage.
- [Pimm's and cake for Cornerstone](https://www.wantagemethodist.org.uk/news/church-news/pimms-and-cake-for-cornerstone.html): 11 Jul 2023 - A delightful event at Wantage Methodist Church, the Methodist church in Wantage. Join us for Pimm's and cake at Cornerstone.

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