Heather Morris in conversation with Rev Dr Stephen Skuce.

Starting the September, Stephen will take on a new stationed post as Growing Churches Officer (Ireland.) Stephen will be taking the lead on moving the Church towards growth, as well as resourcing and supporting the District Superintendents. He will work collaboratively with Connexional Teams and Districts to explore and empower growth across the Island.

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Heather Morris in conversation with the incoming President of the Methodist Church in Ireland 2025-26, the Rev Alan Wardlow.

The President's theme for this year is: 'COMPELLED'

“For when I preach the gospel, I cannot boast, since I am compelled to preach. Woe to me if I do not preach the gospel!”

– 1 Corinthians 9:16

Embracing the Methodist Church in Ireland’s vision of “living wholeheartedly as followers of Jesus for the transformation of the world”, Alan will be encouraging the Church, empowered by the

Holy Spirit, to continue to proclaim Christ with boldness. Affirming that true and lasting spiritual growth begins within the individual, Alan’s prayer is that each of us would feel a deep, compelling urgency to take intentional steps to share the message of Jesus so that we will see many come to faith or experience a renewed commitment in the year ahead.

05 – The Orb – Discerning the times 

[Part 5 of 5]

Join John and Ruth Alderdice as they share thoughtful reflections from their home, diving into John’s Presidential theme.

The mission statement of the Methodist Church in Ireland is to be, “living wholeheartedly as followers of Jesus for the transformation of the world.” Throughout this series, the central question explored is: What does transforming the world look like to us?

You can watch each episode here on the Irish Methodist YouTube channel, or tune in to the audio version on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform. Search 'Living Wholeheartedly'.

04 – The Cross & Bowl – Servant Leadership

[Part 4 of 5]

Join John and Ruth Alderdice as they share thoughtful reflections from their home, diving into John’s Presidential theme.

The mission statement of the Methodist Church in Ireland is to be, “living wholeheartedly as followers of Jesus for the transformation of the world.” Throughout this series, the central question explored is: What does transforming the world look like to us?

You can watch each episode here on the Irish Methodist YouTube channel, or tune in to the audio version on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform. Search 'Living Wholeheartedly'.

03 – The Circle – Reconciliation

[Part 3 of 5]

Join John and Ruth Alderdice as they share thoughtful reflections from their home, diving into John’s Presidential theme.

The mission statement of the Methodist Church in Ireland is to be, “living wholeheartedly as followers of Jesus for the transformation of the world.” Throughout this series, the central question explored is: What does transforming the world look like to us?

You can watch each episode here on the Irish Methodist YouTube channel, or tune in to the audio version on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform. Search 'Living Wholeheartedly'.

02 – The Field – Preparing the ground

[Part 2 of 5]

Join John and Ruth Alderdice as they share thoughtful reflections from their home, diving into John’s Presidential theme.

The mission statement of the Methodist Church in Ireland is to be, “living wholeheartedly as followers of Jesus for the transformation of the world.” Throughout this series, the central question explored is: What does transforming the world look like to us?

You can watch each episode here on the Irish Methodist YouTube channel, or tune in to the audio version on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform. Search 'Living Wholeheartedly'.

01 - The Clay Jar – What we carry within ourselves

[Part 1 of 5]

Join John and Ruth Alderdice as they share thoughtful reflections from their home, diving into John’s Presidential theme.

The mission statement of the Methodist Church in Ireland is to be, “living wholeheartedly as followers of Jesus for the transformation of the world.” Throughout this series, the central question explored is: What does transforming the world look like to us?

You can watch each episode here on the Irish Methodist YouTube channel, or tune in to the audio version on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform. Search 'Living Wholeheartedly'.

Heather Morris in conversation with the incoming President of the Methodist Church in Ireland 2024-25, the Revd Dr John Alderdice.

The President's theme for this year is:

'FOR THE TRANSFORMATION OF THE WORLD'

‘But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us.’ – 2 Corinthians 4:7

God’s plan for the transformation of the world starts with the call for all of us to be a transformed people. As wholehearted followers of Jesus, we must reflect and bear God’s image to the world around us.

John’s prayer is that the Methodist Church in Ireland would be full of transformed hearts and lives; living out a faith that goes beyond a Sunday and radically embraces and ministers to those most in need in our communities and beyond.

Heather Morris in conversation with the incoming Lay Leader of the Methodist Church in Ireland 2024-26, Mrs Elaine Barnett.

The Lay Leader’s theme for her two years is:

'JOURNEYING WITH GOD'

The Bible is full of people who journeyed with God – both physically and in their relationship with Him. Journeying means not staying in one place; it means being open to change and transformation.

Elaine’s prayer is for members of the Methodist Church in Ireland to journey deeper with God – growing in knowledge and faith through fellowship, Bible reading, and prayer – and to allow our faith to make a difference in the communities where we live.

Please pray for Elaine, her husband John, and the whole family during her two years in office.

Thinking and speaking together about Human Sexuality.

Heather Morris in conversation with Mrs Lynda Neilands.

As a Church, and particularly as part of this process we have had opportunity to listen to many stories, if you have a story to tell, or if you have been hurt you can email [email protected]