Annual events

Every year several events are run for the whole people of Ireland (Methodists and friends) to enjoy. Worship, teaching, some ‘business’, inspiration and fellowship are key elements to these gatherings of the Methodist family...

• GLOBAL VISION: mid-February
  An encounter with the world, the church and yourself as together we explore our role in God’s mission. Venue: Portadown.
  Website: www.mmsglobalvision.org
  
  
• LAY WITNESS CONFERENCE: mid-March
  A weekend of spiritual encouragement and refreshment.
  Website: www.laywitnessireland.org
  
  
• AWESOME RETREAT: weekend after Easter
  Young adults from all over the island gather for a weekend of worship, relaxation, learning and friendship.
  Website: www.soulzone.org
  
  
• LOCAL PREACHERS’ CONFERENCE: mid-May
  A weekend to build up and encourage local preachers from throughout the island.
  Website: www.irishmethodist.org/localpreachers
  
  
• METHODIST CONFERENCE: early-June
  The annual conference of the Methodist Church for business and inspiratation.
  Website: www.irishmethodist.org/connexion/conference.php
  
  
• CASTLEWELLAN HOLIDAY WEEK: early-August
  A week of recreation and spiritual re-creation in an all-age, camping context!
  Website: www.castlewellanholidayweek.org
  
  
• SOUL MATES: early-March
  A weekend for 9-13 year olds and their leaders, held in Lurgan. With speaker, worship, workshops, seminars and late night extras.
  Website: www.soulzone.org
  
  
• AUTUMN SOUL: early-November
  A weekend in Bangor for young people aged 13+, gathering to encounter God, to go deeper with God, to live for God. With speaker, worship, workshops, seminars and late night extras. Held in Bangor.
  Website: www.soulzone.org