Rev’d David Butterworth MA
@revdbutterworth.bsky.social
Inclusive. @MethodistGB Minister. Supporter of EDI, Interfaith matters, CommunityOrganising, Ambassador @InclusiveChurch
#Unity: today speaking at Morning Prayers Chapel of Unity @CoventryCathedral around #empathy in a time when the King meets the Pope for Prayer in 60th Anniversary #NostraAetate. ‘Unity among people is not sameness; it is a communion of distinct persons who meet authentically’ (E.Stein). From acorns…
October 22, 2025 at 10:14 AM
#Unity: today speaking at Morning Prayers Chapel of Unity @CoventryCathedral around #empathy in a time when the King meets the Pope for Prayer in 60th Anniversary #NostraAetate. ‘Unity among people is not sameness; it is a communion of distinct persons who meet authentically’ (E.Stein). From acorns…
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We are recruiting members for our Audit & Risk Assurance Committee. We are particularly looking for Methodists who have a background in IT. We are also are looking for someone who has a good understanding of how the church operates. More details below.
Member of the Audit & Risk Assurance Committee - Home based
Are you a member of the Methodist Church in Britain (MCB) seeking to use your skills, expertise and gifts in a new way?
Could you make a significant contribution to an important and hard-working body...
methodist.current-vacancies.com
October 17, 2025 at 8:04 AM
We are recruiting members for our Audit & Risk Assurance Committee. We are particularly looking for Methodists who have a background in IT. We are also are looking for someone who has a good understanding of how the church operates. More details below.
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October is Black History Month
An opportunity for all Christians in Britain and Ireland to celebrate the ongoing contributions that Black people have made on these shores.
Resources include sermon, reflection, prayer and more.
ctbi.org.uk/resources/bl...
An opportunity for all Christians in Britain and Ireland to celebrate the ongoing contributions that Black people have made on these shores.
Resources include sermon, reflection, prayer and more.
ctbi.org.uk/resources/bl...
October 10, 2025 at 8:52 AM
October is Black History Month
An opportunity for all Christians in Britain and Ireland to celebrate the ongoing contributions that Black people have made on these shores.
Resources include sermon, reflection, prayer and more.
ctbi.org.uk/resources/bl...
An opportunity for all Christians in Britain and Ireland to celebrate the ongoing contributions that Black people have made on these shores.
Resources include sermon, reflection, prayer and more.
ctbi.org.uk/resources/bl...
Revd J Hustler, the Secretary of the Conference, shares this vital blog on how the #Methodist Church can challenge the growing sense of intimidation across communities and the perceived injustices behind it. @MethodistGB @jpit #AllAreWelcome #inclusion
www.methodist.org.uk/about/our-st...
www.methodist.org.uk/about/our-st...
Challenging the Rise of the Far Right - The Methodist Church
Following last weekend's protests in London, recent disorder outside the accommodation of those seeking asylum and the growing 'Raise the Colours' campaign, the Revd Jonathan Hustler shares this vital...
www.methodist.org.uk
September 18, 2025 at 10:32 PM
Revd J Hustler, the Secretary of the Conference, shares this vital blog on how the #Methodist Church can challenge the growing sense of intimidation across communities and the perceived injustices behind it. @MethodistGB @jpit #AllAreWelcome #inclusion
www.methodist.org.uk/about/our-st...
www.methodist.org.uk/about/our-st...
Unity: colourful new and old ribbons woven together around an old bicycle wheel - dovetailing endings and new beginnings into a creative and inclusive mele… new West Midlands District launched yesterday…@methodist.org.uk
August 31, 2025 at 9:40 AM
Unity: colourful new and old ribbons woven together around an old bicycle wheel - dovetailing endings and new beginnings into a creative and inclusive mele… new West Midlands District launched yesterday…@methodist.org.uk
From whichever way you approach @MethodistGB the #WestMidlands District ‘new church’ you can be sure of a really warm & inclusive welcome. Launched today with prayers, many thanks to forbears et al, ecumenical siblings - while recognising ‘we’re not complete without you’ #newchurch #inclusivechurch
August 30, 2025 at 5:51 PM
From whichever way you approach @MethodistGB the #WestMidlands District ‘new church’ you can be sure of a really warm & inclusive welcome. Launched today with prayers, many thanks to forbears et al, ecumenical siblings - while recognising ‘we’re not complete without you’ #newchurch #inclusivechurch
Great that churches comprising @Methodist_SWC joining @WarksPride again in @LeamingtonSpa. Last year was brilliant inclusive fun with very meaningful conversations, joining people from many backgrounds &all over the place and far away… #LoveIsLove #PRIDE2025 #AllAreWelcome
August 13, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Great that churches comprising @Methodist_SWC joining @WarksPride again in @LeamingtonSpa. Last year was brilliant inclusive fun with very meaningful conversations, joining people from many backgrounds &all over the place and far away… #LoveIsLove #PRIDE2025 #AllAreWelcome
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A joint update from All We Can and the Methodist Church in Britain on the Gaza Justice Campaign 🔗⬇️
methodist.org.uk/about/news/gaza-justice-campaign-a-joint-update-from-all-we-can-and-the-methodist-church-in-britain/
methodist.org.uk/about/news/gaza-justice-campaign-a-joint-update-from-all-we-can-and-the-methodist-church-in-britain/
Gaza Justice Campaign – a joint update from All We Can and the Methodist Church in Britain - The Methodist Church
We cannot stay silent in the face of atrocities that continue to be perpetrated in Gaza.
methodist.org.uk
June 5, 2025 at 3:00 PM
A joint update from All We Can and the Methodist Church in Britain on the Gaza Justice Campaign 🔗⬇️
methodist.org.uk/about/news/gaza-justice-campaign-a-joint-update-from-all-we-can-and-the-methodist-church-in-britain/
methodist.org.uk/about/news/gaza-justice-campaign-a-joint-update-from-all-we-can-and-the-methodist-church-in-britain/
Could you be a Trustee of national network @InclusiveChurch? We believe in a church which affirms everyone – and we’re seeking committed people who share our vision. As a trustee you’ll use your skills and experience to help guide us through the next chapter
www.inclusive-church.org/2025/04/07/b...
www.inclusive-church.org/2025/04/07/b...
May 8, 2025 at 9:31 AM
Could you be a Trustee of national network @InclusiveChurch? We believe in a church which affirms everyone – and we’re seeking committed people who share our vision. As a trustee you’ll use your skills and experience to help guide us through the next chapter
www.inclusive-church.org/2025/04/07/b...
www.inclusive-church.org/2025/04/07/b...
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One of the best programmes we have seen on @bbccymruwales.bsky.social in a long time. Uplifting Easter viewing,Now on IPlayer.
@scholarpriest.bsky.social plays a central and pastorally sensitive part in #GarethMalones Passion. Really worthwhile watch in this significant weekend…
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m... it is outstanding with connectivity to music, faith, transformative collaboration, inclusion, illness and hope…
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m... it is outstanding with connectivity to music, faith, transformative collaboration, inclusion, illness and hope…
BBC One - Gareth Malone's Messiah
Gareth Malone prepares eight rookie singers for a performance of Handel’s Messiah.
www.bbc.co.uk
April 21, 2025 at 6:15 PM
One of the best programmes we have seen on @bbccymruwales.bsky.social in a long time. Uplifting Easter viewing,Now on IPlayer.
@scholarpriest.bsky.social plays a central and pastorally sensitive part in #GarethMalones Passion. Really worthwhile watch in this significant weekend…
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m... it is outstanding with connectivity to music, faith, transformative collaboration, inclusion, illness and hope…
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m... it is outstanding with connectivity to music, faith, transformative collaboration, inclusion, illness and hope…
BBC One - Gareth Malone's Messiah
Gareth Malone prepares eight rookie singers for a performance of Handel’s Messiah.
www.bbc.co.uk
April 19, 2025 at 10:03 AM
@scholarpriest.bsky.social plays a central and pastorally sensitive part in #GarethMalones Passion. Really worthwhile watch in this significant weekend…
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m... it is outstanding with connectivity to music, faith, transformative collaboration, inclusion, illness and hope…
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m... it is outstanding with connectivity to music, faith, transformative collaboration, inclusion, illness and hope…
#Methodist Wolverhampton&Shrewsbury and Birmingham Districts @MethodistGB merge comprising 320 churches B’ham Wolv’ton Black Country Worcs Warks Herefordshire Shrops Staffs - diverse raceðnicity social&economic sexual orientation&gender age&background, theological & political belief. Welcomes all
April 18, 2025 at 8:59 AM
#Methodist Wolverhampton&Shrewsbury and Birmingham Districts @MethodistGB merge comprising 320 churches B’ham Wolv’ton Black Country Worcs Warks Herefordshire Shrops Staffs - diverse raceðnicity social&economic sexual orientation&gender age&background, theological & political belief. Welcomes all
#FootWashing: looking forward joining @dalestreetMC Leamington Spa Maundy Thursday eve Holy Communion Service. Everyone welcome to join us. Contemplate, reflect on Last Supper &the days ahead. Bread/non-alcoholic wine. Prayers while feet and/or hands washed - taking time… for you & no pressure
April 17, 2025 at 11:48 AM
#FootWashing: looking forward joining @dalestreetMC Leamington Spa Maundy Thursday eve Holy Communion Service. Everyone welcome to join us. Contemplate, reflect on Last Supper &the days ahead. Bread/non-alcoholic wine. Prayers while feet and/or hands washed - taking time… for you & no pressure
#Wrangler: 1000+ garment workers in Bangladesh were killed in the Rana Plaza disaster,12 years ago. It wasn't a natural disaster, it was corporate greed. Wrangler is still failing to guarantee basic health and safety rights for the people who make its famous jeans.
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Wrangler, IKEA, Amazon: protect your workers!
More than 1000 garment workers in Bangladesh were killed in the Rana Plaza disaster, nearly 12 years ago. It wasn't a natural disaster, it was corporate greed. Since then, more than 250 companies have
action.eko.org
April 1, 2025 at 3:27 PM
#Wrangler: 1000+ garment workers in Bangladesh were killed in the Rana Plaza disaster,12 years ago. It wasn't a natural disaster, it was corporate greed. Wrangler is still failing to guarantee basic health and safety rights for the people who make its famous jeans.
action.eko.org/a/wrangler-i...
action.eko.org/a/wrangler-i...
Great to see a #SocialJustice and #ECO savvy @methodist.org.uk church. Promoting @livingwageuk.bsky.social and a butterfly sanctuary with flowers for wider community…
March 30, 2025 at 12:36 PM
Great to see a #SocialJustice and #ECO savvy @methodist.org.uk church. Promoting @livingwageuk.bsky.social and a butterfly sanctuary with flowers for wider community…
#MotheringSunday: inclusive at AcocksGreen @methodist.org.uk
March 29, 2025 at 10:56 PM
#MotheringSunday: inclusive at AcocksGreen @methodist.org.uk
#MotheringSunday coming soon. Sometimes known as #MothersDay and either can be a pastorally very sensitive day trying to ensure an inclusive balance. Gone (mostly) are the days of children picking flowers from hedgerows… this inclusive prayer may help.
March 28, 2025 at 9:39 AM
#MotheringSunday coming soon. Sometimes known as #MothersDay and either can be a pastorally very sensitive day trying to ensure an inclusive balance. Gone (mostly) are the days of children picking flowers from hedgerows… this inclusive prayer may help.
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Faith leaders unite in moral call against child poverty
Open letter to the co-chairs of the Ministerial Child Poverty Taskforce calling for greater action on child poverty has been signed by Dr Nicola Brady, CTBI, and senior faith leaders.
ctbi.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Open letter to the co-chairs of the Ministerial Child Poverty Taskforce calling for greater action on child poverty has been signed by Dr Nicola Brady, CTBI, and senior faith leaders.
ctbi.org.uk/news-and-eve...
March 23, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Faith leaders unite in moral call against child poverty
Open letter to the co-chairs of the Ministerial Child Poverty Taskforce calling for greater action on child poverty has been signed by Dr Nicola Brady, CTBI, and senior faith leaders.
ctbi.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Open letter to the co-chairs of the Ministerial Child Poverty Taskforce calling for greater action on child poverty has been signed by Dr Nicola Brady, CTBI, and senior faith leaders.
ctbi.org.uk/news-and-eve...
#SoulFood: Justice Conversation – around 19 acres of Peckwood Forest Space @Bhammeth @MethodistGB near Redditch. An intentional counter-cultural resting space which can provoke thoughts of injustice and actions to bring about a better world…youtu.be/E5Rxbpeb2vM?si… via @YouTube
March 20, 2025 at 12:58 PM
#SoulFood: Justice Conversation – around 19 acres of Peckwood Forest Space @Bhammeth @MethodistGB near Redditch. An intentional counter-cultural resting space which can provoke thoughts of injustice and actions to bring about a better world…youtu.be/E5Rxbpeb2vM?si… via @YouTube
#Bread: good to reflect on bread in #Lent. Remembering ‘Journey Bread’ from days in Belize and Jamaica. Made fresh ones to distribute to everyone at Great Barr @methodist.org.uk Birmingham on Sunday morning to help engagement, inclusion and contextualise reading. Also for ‘shut-in’ family members.
March 17, 2025 at 10:17 AM
#Bread: good to reflect on bread in #Lent. Remembering ‘Journey Bread’ from days in Belize and Jamaica. Made fresh ones to distribute to everyone at Great Barr @methodist.org.uk Birmingham on Sunday morning to help engagement, inclusion and contextualise reading. Also for ‘shut-in’ family members.
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Lloyds Bank misled consumers by advertising its steps to reduce its carbon footprint while neglecting to mention its 'significant' financing of fossil fuel companies, a watchdog has ruled. www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/lloy...
Lloyds Bank advert banned over ‘misleading’ low carbon claims
The ASA found the ad left out material information about the bank’s financing of greenhouse gas emissions and was ‘likely to mislead’ consumers.
www.independent.co.uk
December 18, 2024 at 4:51 PM
Lloyds Bank misled consumers by advertising its steps to reduce its carbon footprint while neglecting to mention its 'significant' financing of fossil fuel companies, a watchdog has ruled. www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/lloy...
#HolyCommunion: looking forward with great expectation joining Northgate @methodist.org.uk Warwick today. Sharing bread baked in their weekly Bread Kitchen. All welcome at the Table. Privileged to listen to personal testimony. Service sheets with readings & some extra for those shut-in’ or working.
December 1, 2024 at 8:59 AM
#HolyCommunion: looking forward with great expectation joining Northgate @methodist.org.uk Warwick today. Sharing bread baked in their weekly Bread Kitchen. All welcome at the Table. Privileged to listen to personal testimony. Service sheets with readings & some extra for those shut-in’ or working.
#SolidarityWithPalestinePeople Fair-trade gifts in #Palestine Bethlehem. Joined Chaplaincy team Coventry university with @methodist.org.uk ministers and @paxchristi1961.bsky.social reps. Sharing UN International Day’24 - practitioner reconciliation experiences over many yrs Israel Palestine Gaza.
November 30, 2024 at 1:50 PM
#SolidarityWithPalestinePeople Fair-trade gifts in #Palestine Bethlehem. Joined Chaplaincy team Coventry university with @methodist.org.uk ministers and @paxchristi1961.bsky.social reps. Sharing UN International Day’24 - practitioner reconciliation experiences over many yrs Israel Palestine Gaza.
#Luton facing bad news but interesting to hear story of the days of 25,000 employees at #Vauxhall with 1,000 ShopStewards. Heady days on a factory floor thru eyes of #Chaplains in the #workplace. #Faith @wearelutontown.bsky.social @bbcradio4.bsky.social www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/... #interfaith
November 28, 2024 at 7:43 PM
#Luton facing bad news but interesting to hear story of the days of 25,000 employees at #Vauxhall with 1,000 ShopStewards. Heady days on a factory floor thru eyes of #Chaplains in the #workplace. #Faith @wearelutontown.bsky.social @bbcradio4.bsky.social www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/... #interfaith
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Hello there. 👋 We're the Methodist Church in Britain, the mother church to Methodists worldwide! ⛪
We are called to be a growing, inclusive, evangelistic and justice-seeking Church. We're here to engage in a positive online community and help people discover faith through a Methodist lens. 🙏
We are called to be a growing, inclusive, evangelistic and justice-seeking Church. We're here to engage in a positive online community and help people discover faith through a Methodist lens. 🙏
November 20, 2024 at 2:47 PM
Hello there. 👋 We're the Methodist Church in Britain, the mother church to Methodists worldwide! ⛪
We are called to be a growing, inclusive, evangelistic and justice-seeking Church. We're here to engage in a positive online community and help people discover faith through a Methodist lens. 🙏
We are called to be a growing, inclusive, evangelistic and justice-seeking Church. We're here to engage in a positive online community and help people discover faith through a Methodist lens. 🙏