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Many Frequently Asked Questions about what we do are answered in our series of downloadable leaflets - click here to see the complete list.
Worship
Worship at High Street aims to be inclusive of all ages and all ranges of Christian experience. Each Sunday we meet at 10.30am and 6pm for regular worship. Our services are led by either a local preacher or minister from our own or visiting circuit; there are as many different styles and formats as there are people with something we hope to offer to everyone. Methodist worship has always been characterised by enthusiastic singing and we use the Methodist Church's Hymns and Psalms hymnbook together with the thousand plus contemporary songs found in Songs of Fellowship.
In the morning the crèche is always open for the 0-3 year olds and older children can take part in one of our Junior Church departments (see below). On the second Sunday of the month we share together in Holy Communion - you may also have heard this described as the Lord's Supper or Eucharist. We have an open table at High Street which means that anyone who loves Jesus can take part: you don't have to be a member! On the third Sunday of the month we have what we call a family service when everyone is in together for a more informal time of fun, fellowship and praise.
In the evening the numbers are smaller providing an opportunity to worship in a more intimate fashion, with more time for reflection and teaching. On the fourth Sunday in the month we celebrate Holy Communion at this service.
Worship also includes Open House, our guest/seeker service and worship (but not as you've known it...) for 14-35 year-olds The Event.
Visiting preacher? Click here.
Want to play music? Click here.
Want to see some 'photos of the worship area? Click here
AMFU
Anglican Methodist For Us - our local contribution to the wider ecumenical initiative. Click here to learn more
Catering
We can offer coach parties, or any individual or group, lunches, afternoon teas or suppers at very reasonable cost.
Witney is a very pleasant Market Town situated on the edge of the Cotswolds.
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Churches Together in Witney
Churches Together In Witney and District embraces 22 churches. It meets quarterly to plan united Christian outreach and quarterly worship occasions.
Churches Together In Witney and District has a quarterly prayer letter. There is also a prayer chain which links most of the local churches together for the purpose of united prayer. Click here for the full list of churches included.
Coffee Bar
High Street Methodist Church is open every day of the week for all sorts of activities. Monday to Friday from 10am to 3pm and Saturday 10am to noon you can always drop in for a drink and a biscuit. We are well situated within the town and provide a place to rest a while before continuing with the shopping. We also provide drinks after morning worship where you don't even have to pay then!
Crèche
Every Sunday morning from 10.15am to the end of morning worship,
children from 0 to 3 years old can be left in our crèche. The crèche is
staffed by up to three volunteers from our congregation who each serve two
or three times every three months. We have a large open room with plenty
of space to crawl about in and explore the wide range of toys, games and
books on offer. For slightly older ones we have ride on toys and a slide.
Mid way through the morning we stop for a drink and a biscuit. Parents can
stay in with their children if they like but we hope the crèche will allow
parents with time to experience the worship away from the responsibilities
of looking after small children.
Grandparents and Toddler Group
Do you look after your grandchildren?
Need a Toddler Group to go to?
Why not join our friendly group?
We meet every Tuesday 9.30 - 11.00
£2 per session
In the Wesley Room, High St. Methodist Church.
Pop in anytime to say hello.
Events
High Street puts on many events from full shows to concerts and Christian study. Check out the forthcoming events and the archive of online events by clicking here.
House Groups
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It was John Wesley who first set up the Methodist Class system based on his experience of people gathering in his mother’s kitchen. They would meet regularly for Bible study and fellowship and today we are fortunate to have nine House Groups which meet with the same purpose in mind. Click here for a list of what is on and where. |
Junior Church
Every Sunday morning activities are provided for our young
people between the ages of 3 to 18. Learn more about the Junior Church by
clicking here to visit their own site!
Link church - Stratford Methodist Church, East London
High Street Methodist Church is linked to this inner city church in London's East end. Members from both congregations have visited each other and there is ongoing dialogue and mutual support.
Here are some 'photos from a recent visit by some from High Street to Stratford - click on the 'photos for a larger image.
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Listeners
Do you have a problem?
Confused, lonely or stressed out - it's good to talk!
A problem shared is a problem halved.
The Listeners offer a free confidential listening service to everyone and are trained to help identify and work with the most important issues affecting you at the moment, in order to help clarify your thinking and help you find a way forward.
Divorce, domestic violence, illness, spiritual crisis, depression- whatever your problem we will listen.
They have been trained by the Acorn Christian Healing Trust.
For more information contact us by clicking here
Lunchtime Recitals
Recitals of classical music are given in the church about once a month throughout the year. They usually take place on Thursdays between 1.30 and 2.30pm. Tea, coffee, etc. are available in the foyer beforehand and people are invited to bring their own sandwich to eat with it. The content of the recitals is organised by professional singer Annabel Molyneaux (mezzo soprano). She herself performs at most of the recitals along with various musician friends. The recitals always contain an interesting mix of music, on a different theme each time, mainly songs but sometimes instrumental pieces. Dates and themes are usually announced up to 4-5 months ahead. Check out the
schedule by clicking here.
Man Friday
In order to make our church attractive for all visitors, we feel it needs
to be kept as warm and welcoming as our own homes. To that end, the Man
Friday group undertake the small, everyday jobs that occur on church
premises, such as changing failed light bulbs, putting up shelves and notice boards, moving furniture, carrying out safety checks, and many other
small tasks for the various groups who meet in the church. Most
importantly, we have a coffee break at about 10.30am when we catch up with
each other's news and put the world to rights!
Open House
A bi-monthly service that is direct, jargon free, good news and relevant. Something you can bring anyone new to Christianity and/or Church to - and come yourself! Find out more by clicking here.
The Event
Rock music, no frills Good News and a great
place to meet up. Enter here.
Women's Fellowship
This ecumenical group meets on Mondays from 2.30 to 4.00pm. This is a time to make new friends, to share experiences and enjoy a time of worship. The visiting speakers cover a range of interesting subjects and ideas and the afternoon concludes with tea, cake and plenty of chat!
To find out more about any of these activities, you can contact us by clicking here.