Classes
The small group (or 'class') has always been the lifeblood of Methodism... They have different names now, whether an Alpha Home group, prayer triplet, Bible study, or whatever: but the aim is the same - to encourage one another in the Faith.
Societies and Circuits
These small groups gather, along with other people, to worship God together on Sunday and to work and witness in the community throughout the week. These congregations (or 'societies') can be linked with up to six or seven other congregations in the local area to form a 'circuit'. The direction of a circuit is guided by the Quarterly Board, composed of one senior minister ('Circuit Superintendent'), other ministers, local preachers and a group of leaders from the member congregations.
Districts
There are 73 Methodist circuits on the island of Ireland, which have been gathered into eight 'districts' to co-ordinate and motivate at a more general geographical level. Each district appoints a Superintendent and a Secretary to oversee the work and provide pastoral support to clergy.
Conference
Our annual conference, usually held over the second weekend of June, brings people from all over the island together to worship, administrate and be inspired. There are several boards and departments which work at the Connexional level to serve individuals and the Methodist Church in Ireland as a whole... by pooling our resources we can do so much more! Reports from these departments are presented at Conference and can be viewed on the Conference section of this website: Click to visit >>
