Circuit News – May 2025

The Conwy & Prestatyn Methodist Circuit has shared its latest updates, events, and opportunities for members and friends. As not everyone has internet access, churches are encouraged to print and share copies or include a direct link to the bulletin in their own newsletters.

Changemakers Project

A new initiative from Conwy Mind, funded by the National Lottery, aims to recruit and support mental health champions across Conwy. The “Changemakers” programme will offer free workshops to help people feel confident talking about mental health and challenging stigma. More details are available at:

https://www.conwymind.org.uk/get-involved/mental-health-changemakers-changing-minds/

Anyone interested in joining a circuit team can contact Hayley at the circuit office.

Circuit Praise – Call for Musicians

Volunteer musicians are being sought for the Circuit Praise evening on 8 June at 6:30pm. Anyone interested in joining the band should contact Liz, the Outreach Worker.

Easter Offering Appeal Success

The Easter Offering Appeal raised £1,006.61 for the Methodist Church World Mission Fund, an increase from last year’s £798.74. Organised by Methodist Women in Britain, all donations go to the World Mission Fund. Thanks were extended to all who contributed and participated, and to St John’s Conwy for their hospitality.

Clavinova Digital Piano Available

A Clavinova digital piano is available via Vic Hitchings at Old Colwyn.

Bible Month: The Gospel of John

Circuit Bible Studies will focus on the Gospel of John, led by David Lamb, at St David’s Church, Craig-y-Don on Monday evenings from 7:30–9:00pm on 30 June, 7 July, 14 July, and 21 July. Another venue may be added. Participants will work in small groups and use simple study booklets. To take part, contact David by email at david.a.lamb@btinternet.com or phone 01492 549111.

Dates for Your Diary

Friday 30 May, Old Colwyn, 1–5pm: Xplore Science Discovery Centre free community event. Contact Jodie James.

Walking Group, St David’s Craig-y-Don, 10am: Almost level walk near Llyn Syberi, south of Tal-y-Cafn. Contact Maria Carter for details.

Sunday 8 June, St John’s Conwy, 6:30pm: Songs of Praise – Renewal Through God. Submit hymn requests and testimonies to Hayley or James.

Saturday 7 June, 1–3:30pm, St John’s Conwy: Pentecost Arts Day. Contact sheilammcd@gmail.com.

7–15 June: Churches Count on Nature Week.

Saturday 19 July, 9:30am, Llanddulas: Circuit Prayer Breakfast. Contact Deacon Linda Brown or the circuit office.

Regular Weekly Events

Monday: Toddlers Sing and Play (St John’s, Llandudno, 9:45–10:45am), Circuit Choir (St David’s, 4–5pm), Hand Bell Ringers (St John’s, 12:30–2pm).

Tuesday: Coffee and Reflection (St John’s, Conwy, 10am–12pm), Circuit Prayer Gatherings (Llanddulas 10:30am, Conwy 11:45am), Open House (St David’s, 11am–2pm).

Wednesday: Coffee Morning and Reflection (St David’s, 10am–12pm), “Butterflies” Toddlers (St John’s, Conwy, 9:30–11am).

Thursday: Circuit Prayer Gathering (Old Colwyn, 10:30am), Prayers for Healing and Wholeness (St John’s, Llandudno, 1:45–2:15pm).

Friday: Circuit Prayer Gathering (St John’s, Llandudno, 9:30am), Community Café (St John’s, 10am–12pm), Trinity Toddlers (Trinity, Prestatyn, 9:30–11am), Toddlers Group (St David’s, 9–11am), Warm Welcome (St John’s, 1–4pm).

Contact Information

Superintendent: Rev Dr James Garnett – 01492 596006 – james.garnett@methodist.org.uk

Deacon: Linda Brown – 01745 823732 – deaconlindabrown@gmail.com

Outreach Worker: Liz Royle – 07866 177832 – cpmclayworkerlr@gmail.com

Children’s & Families Worker: Jodie James – 07886 177560 – cpmclayworkerjj@gmail.com

Circuit Finance Office: Paula Hammond – 01492 878447 – cpmfinance2021@gmail.com

Circuit Administrator/Safeguarding: Hayley J. Allport – 01492 0860439 – cpmcoffice2@gmail.com

Useful Links

The Methodist Church – Our Circuit Website – Methodist Property Matters – Churches Together in Britain and Ireland – All We Can – Cytûn – The Well – Joint Public Issues Team.