That this House congratulates the Methodist Church on its celebration of the tercentenary of the birth of John Wesley, born 17th June 1703, in Epworth, North Lincolnshire, renowned preacher and leader of the 'Methodist revival'; values his enormous contribution to the awakening of spiritual and social values in individuals and communities throughout the world; and further compliments the Methodist Church on its innovative website, www.wesley2003.org.uk.

That this House congratulates the Methodist Church on its celebration of the tercentenary of the birth of John Wesley, born 17th June 1703, in Epworth, North Lincolnshire, renowned preacher and leader of the 'Methodist revival'; values his enormous contribution to the awakening of spiritual and social values in individuals and...

That this House notes the continuing concern amongst parliamentarians at the planned reduction in the use of the Methodist Church of the Westminster Methodist Central Hall for church purposes in order to facilitate further commercial use of the site; and, before the final church departmental offices are transferred to Marylebone Road, urges the President and members of the Methodist Conference to reconsider their decision in the light of (a) the significant ecumenical role Central Hall plays alongside Westminster Abbey and Westminster Cathedral, (b) the important focus it provides for world Methodism with its easy access for overseas visitors, (c) the interface it has with Parliament, providing honourable Members with a valuable insight into a range of shared commitments, including commitments to social responsibility, education and young people and (d) its ongoing community involvement roles which includes providing a base for rallies, conferences and protest meetings, all of which are strengthened by being linked to a Methodist world centre of prayer and fellowship.

That this House notes the continuing concern amongst parliamentarians at the planned reduction in the use of the Methodist Church of the Westminster Methodist Central Hall for church purposes in order to facilitate further commercial use of the site; and, before the final church departmental offices are transferred to Marylebone...

That this House congratulates the Methodist Church on almost 100 years of service to God, the nation and the community through its Ministry at the Westminster Central Hall and in particular (a) its unique pastoral ministry exercised by the ministerial staff to the Palace of Westminster and (b) its support of the ecumenical movement alongside Westminster Abbey and Westminster Cathedral as a symbol of the Free Church witness, together with Anglican and Roman Catholic Churches, at the heart of the nation; in consequence expresses its regret that the Methodist Conference are considering a proposal to relocate the Methodist Church Headquarters, which may diminish the ability of the Methodist Church to exercise its national role and its ecumenical commitment in concert with other churches in close proximity to Westminster Central Hall; and asks that no decision should be made without further careful consideration of the aforementioned concerns.

That this House congratulates the Methodist Church on almost 100 years of service to God, the nation and the community through its Ministry at the Westminster Central Hall and in particular (a) its unique pastoral ministry exercised by the ministerial staff to the Palace of Westminster and (b) its support...