Centenery Celebrations 

The centenary was celebrated in 1973 with Divine Worship on Sunday 20th May at 10:45 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. led by Revd. Wilfred Bridge, Chairman of the Birmingham District with special singing at both services.  On Monday 21st there was a Service of Thanksgiving at 7:45 p.m. led by Revd. Derek H Jefferson, Revd. Barrie G Cooke and Revd. David J Hare followed by refreshments.  The celebrations concluded with a Garden Party at Beechcroft, Node Hill by invitation of Miss G. M. Wilkes at 3 p.m. on Saturday 7th July.

A special booklet was printed, containing an introduction from David J Hare, Minister, and greetings from the Superintendent Minister of the Redditch Circuit, Revd. Derek H Jefferson B.A. B.D. and the previous Minister Revd. Gordon A Turner.  A summary of the story so far is somewhat sketchy and not completely accurate, but includes some extracts from Circuit Meeting minutes quoted earlier and these gems from a Pulpit Notice Book –

23rd July 1899: “Collections today, after the sermon, are in aid of the Worn-Out Ministers’ Fund”.

5th March 1899: “Friends will be worked upon during the coming week for contributions to the Special Fund”.


It notes that Studley Wesleyan Chapel was renamed as Studley Methodist Church at Methodist Union in 1932 and concludes –

“On this Centenary occasion, we feel privileged to celebrate one hundred years of Methodist witness in our present Church and, in grateful memory of those who served the Kingdom of Jesus Christ in the village through Methodism, we commit ourselves to continuing cheerfully and faithfully the work they began and the heritage they bequeathed us.”

The booklet concludes with “What Next?”, describing some planned initiatives.  These lines have certainly come true –

“It may mean that we shall risk new and untried ways in conducting our worship, fellowship and outreach.  It may mean taking steps to enrich our fellowship with other Christians in the village to a degree not known before.”
 

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Planning your Visit

New to Church?

00 Welcome Welcome! Whether you've just moved to the area, or have lived here all your life, we hope our website helps you to find out everything you want to know about our Church.
 

Some key information about the church...

 

Where & when does the church meet?

Our Church meets every Sunday at 10.45 am for our Sunday Service.

We meet at:
Studley Methodist Church
Alcester Road
Studley
Warwickshire
B80 7NJ


You can see a map on our contact us page

There is limited parking available on the road outside the Church.  There is a public car park in Pool Road; a footpath leads behind Studley Infants School to the road nearly opposite the Church.
 

What should I expect when I visit the church?

You will receive a very warm welcome, particularly from the Door Steward, who will be able to answer your questions and direct you to where you need to go.
Each service is different, but will normally include hymn singing, bible reading, prayers and a sermon.
An offering for the work of the Church and the wider Methodist Circuit is usually taken.

Tea, coffee and biscuits are served after the service where there is plenty of time to meet new people and ask more questions.
 

What happens to the children at church?

Although we get few children visiting, we will provide activities suitable for the children's age.
 

Is there a dress code?

No! Please just be yourself and come dressed in your 'normal' clothes.
 

Will I have to join in?

Not at all!
You are free to simply observe or participate as much as feels comfortable for you.
 

I have more questions, how can I get in touch and ask them.

Please feel free to contact us. If you want to know more about our leaders, please visit our Staff and Leadership page.