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We are called to be a growing, inclusive, evangelistic and justice-seeking Church

God loves you unconditionally, no strings attached. That’s the good news.

Every person is made in God’s image and is of equal value

Everyone is welcome

The Methodist Church is committed to Justice, Dignity and Solidarity. We believe that all people are uniquely made in the image of God, and we aim to live this out in the Church and in our communities. 

Sunday Services

We are hold Sunday morning worship services in all our churches except once a quarter when we hold a Circuit Together Service held in one of our churches.  See the current Autumn Plan (September to November 2024) and Winter Plan (December 2024 to February 2025). There is also a monthly evening Healing Service plus an online service and other ad-hoc services marking special events. All details in the plan. 

Autumn & Winter Focus Magazines

Our Autumn 2024 edition of the Circuit magazine is available to read Autumn  Focus here and our new Winter Focus 2024/25 is now available. 
We cover a fascinating and diverse area in the city of Brighton & Hove, and the Methodist churches reflect that diversity and variety. The Circuit has five churches: Dorset Gardens, Hove, Patcham, Stanford Avenue and Woodingdean. Together, as a Circuit we are a small part of the South East Methodist District.

We seek to serve our local communities through a variety of activities – parent and toddler groups, uniformed organisations, youth clubs, lunch clubs for the elderly, leasing our premises to various users, and providing numerous cups of tea and coffee to those who simply call in.

Go to the Churches page and click on each individual church for more detail and location maps.

Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you need more information. You can email us at:

office@hovemethodistchurch.co.uk

steve.preston@brightonhovemethodistcircuit.org.uk

Andy Lowe
Superintendent Minister

The Circuit

The circuit boundary matches that of Brighton & Hove City Council. Its area of 34 square miles contains 277,200 inhabitants with a population density of 8,153 per square mile. 85.4% of the permanent residents are white. 31% claim to be Christian, a figure significantly lower than the national average. There are five member churches and we are served by two presbyters. Ecumenical links are well established across the circuit.

Circuit Mission Statement

To spread the Good News and show the Love of God to the people of Brighton and Hove by word and action consistent with the Word. Ministry and leadership are delivered through team-working emphasising inclusiveness and encouragement.

Future Events  

  • On Sunday 24th November there will be a Service of Healing & Communion: 6.30 pm at Dorset Gardens. Led by Revd Cynthia Park and Shirley Veater. A quiet, meditative service that will include communion and the opportunity for the laying on of hands. 
  • Thursday 28th November Circuit Meeting 7.30pm at Dorset Gardens.
  • Saturday 30th November Christmas & Craft Fair at Stanford Avenue Methodist Church.
  • Saturday 30th November Martlets Christmas concert 2pm to 4pm, Hove Methodist Church.
  • Monday 2 December Monday Circle Group and Friends invite you to a Women of Note Christmas Concert 7 pm at Patcham Methodist Church. Tea and Mince Pies after.
  • Sunday 8th December Making Christmas Decorations at Patcham Methodist Church Family Fun Day, there will be an opportunity to make Christmas decorations the earth-y way! The afternoon starts at 3pm and refreshments will be available. It would be helpful to have some idea of numbers so please email Cynthia if you hope to attend: cpark1947@gmail.com.
  • Saturday 14th December Christmas Concert by Women of Note 3 pm at Woodingdean Methodist Church.  In aid of the Trussell Network of Food banks. Refreshments after.