# Wesley Memorial Church Oxford

> a vibrant Methodist Church in the heart of Oxford, the historic university city where John and Charles Wesley began the Methodist movement.

Intended audience: individuals and families seeking a welcoming and engaging community for worship, fellowship, and service, as well as those interested in the history and teachings of the Methodist movement in Oxford.

## Pages
- [Refugees Welcome](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/about-us/social-action/refugees-welcome.html): Join Wesley Memorial Church in welcoming refugees, fostering community, compassion, and support for those in need.
- [Home](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/): Wesley Memorial Church is a vibrant Methodist Church in the heart of Oxford, the historic university city where John and Charles Wesley began the Methodist movement.
- [The Gibbs Library](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/resources/gibbs-library.html): Explore The Gibbs Library at Wesley Memorial Church, a treasure trove of Methodist history and resources for all ages.
- [News](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/news.html): Latest news items form Wesley Memorial Church Oxford
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- [How Methodism inspires us](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/about-us/how-methodism-inspires-us.html): Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit. Pellentesque habitant morbi tristique senectus et netus et malesuada fames ac turpis egestas. Vestibulum tortor quam, feugiat vitae, ultricies eget, tempor sit amet, ante.
- [Our Eco Church Journey](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/eco-church-1/our-eco-church-journey.html): We began our journey towards becoming an Eco Church in June 2018 with a meeting of 30 people and a bring-and-share lunch. That day we undertook an audit of our life as a church by looking at 5 areas- lifestyle, community and global engagement, management of our church buildings, management of our land, and worship. We
- [About us](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/about-us.html): Wesley Memorial Church Oxford About Us
- [Eco Church Garden Project](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/eco-church-1/eco-church-garden-project.html): The church garden project is beginning to take shape. We would like to be able to make our outdoor spaces flexible, somewhere the people who use our premises can sit quietly and a place to attract insects and other wildlife.Planters and plants: We have a contact who will make us some free planters. These are going to b
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- [Wesley Memorial Magazine](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/resources/wesley-memorial-magazine.html): View the Wesley Memorial Magazine back catalogue.
- [Eco Tips and Recycling Advice](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/eco-church-1/eco-tips.html): Click
- [Worship](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/worship.html): Wesley Memorial Church Oxford Worship
- [Inclusive church](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/about-us/inclusive-church.html): Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit. Pellentesque habitant morbi tristique senectus et netus et malesuada fames ac turpis egestas. Vestibulum tortor quam, feugiat vitae, ultricies eget, tempor sit amet, ante.
- [Useful Links](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/resources/useful-links.html): A collection of useful links, as well as the charities that we support.
- [Heritage](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/heritage.html): Wesley Memorial Church Oxford Heritage
- [Celebrating God's Creation in Worship](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/eco-church-1/celebrating-gods-creation-in-worship.html): Explore the beauty of God's creation through worship at Wesley Memorial Church, fostering a vibrant community in Oxford.
- [Students and young adults](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/about-us/students.html): Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit. Pellentesque habitant morbi tristique senectus et netus et malesuada fames ac turpis egestas. Vestibulum tortor quam, feugiat vitae, ultricies eget, tempor sit amet, ante.
- [Poems](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/resources/poems.html): 'Poems to Ponder' by Joanna Tulloch (unless otherwise attributed)
- [Our building](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/our-building.html): Wesley Memorial Church Oxford - Our Building
- [Children and young people](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/about-us/children-and-young-people.html): Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit. Pellentesque habitant morbi tristique senectus et netus et malesuada fames ac turpis egestas. Vestibulum tortor quam, feugiat vitae, ultricies eget, tempor sit amet, ante.
- [The Treasure Chest](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/resources/treasure-chest.html): The Treasure Chest by David Matthews.
- [Open Church](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/about-us/activities/untitled.html): We are committed to an Open Church policy throughout the week, as a means of witnessing to the Christian life in the city centre. In this, we aim to make full use of our resources of buildings and people, and our Open Doors development project seeks to enhance this witness.
- [Eco Church](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/eco-church-1.html): Wesley Memorial Church Oxford - Eco Church
- [Justice Seeking](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/about-us/social-action.html): Wesley Memorial Church Oxford Social Action
- [Phab Club](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/about-us/activities/phab-club.html): Oxford Phab is a social club for people of all abilities, who come together to enjoy each other's company and participate in activities together. New members, disabled and non-disabled, are always welcome. Club meetings are on Friday evenings twice a month; and social chat on Zoom in between
- [Podcasts](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/resources/podcasts.html): A collection of Podcasts from Wesley Memorial Church preachers.
- [Resources](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/resources.html): Wesley Memorial Church Oxford Resources
- [Rainbow House](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/about-us/activities/rainbow-house.html): Rainbow House for under-fives is open on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 10.30 to 2.00 pm, during school term-time in the refurbished large hall. This drop-in centre for accompanied pre-school children offers inexpensive snacks and lunches, children's portions, space to play, toys, books, climbing frame and
- [Who's who](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/about-us/whos-who.html): Who's Who in Wesley Memorial Church Oxford
- [Safeguarding](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/about-us/safeguarding.html): Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit. Pellentesque habitant morbi tristique senectus et netus et malesuada fames ac turpis egestas. Vestibulum tortor quam, feugiat vitae, ultricies eget, tempor sit amet, ante.
- [Gallery](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/gallery.html): Wesley Memorial Church Oxford Gallery
- [Wednesday Coffee](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/about-us/activities/wednesday-coffee.html): Every Wednesday morning, we serve coffee and tea to the public from 10.00 to 12.00. This is a very popular meeting place for friends each week. We are open most of the year, closed briefly during main holidays. Check with the Church Office: 01865 243216.
- [Contact Us](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/contact.html): How to get in touch with Wesley Memorial Church Oxford.
- [Knit and Stitch](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/about-us/activities/knit-and-stitch.html): Knit and Stitch meets each Tuesday from 10 am – 12 noon (not August). Join us to knit, crochet or stitch and chat, over tea or coffee, in a sociable and supportive group . All ability levels are welcome. Bring your own work or join in one of our projects.
- [Wesley Memorial in our own words](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/about-us/wesley-memorial-in-our-own-words.html): Discover Wesley Memorial Church, a vibrant Methodist community in Oxford, rooted in the heritage of John and Charles Wesley.
- [Support Us](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/support-us.html): Support Wesley Memorial Church Oxford in continuing our vibrant community of worship, fellowship, and service rooted in Methodist heritage.
- [Fellowship Groups](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/about-us/activities/house-groups.html): Open End The Open End group meets fortnightly on Monday evenings. As the name suggests, the age range is wide, from 20+ to 80+. We meet on-line on alternate Mondays for Bible study, prayer, discussion and friendship. Each term we base our discussions around the Bible or another topical book or theme. A central element
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- [Fizzy](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/about-us/children-and-young-people/fizzy.html): Our teens meet in their group, 'Fizzy', on a Sunday afternoon, often on Zoom but also increasingly in person, for conversation, games and occasional cooking sessions!
- [Junior Church](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/about-us/children-and-young-people/junior-church.html): Wesley Memorial is blessed with a lively Junior Church which meets each Sunday. Our Junior Church is about children and young people hearing and exploring the bible stories which are the basis of our faith, and also thinking about how God calls us to live out our faith today. We aim to support families to explore and d
- [Junior Church Council](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/about-us/children-and-young-people/junior-church-council.html): We are keen to encourage the children to take a lead in how our Junior Church runs! One of the children suggested we should have a Junior Church Council and so we held our first meeting in January.
- [Junior Church activities](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/about-us/children-and-young-people/junior-church-creations.html): We love to encourage the talents of our children and young people. Our 2020 Nativity play, recorded via Zoom, was written by one of our Junior Church members. Not only was it funny, brilliantly written and acted, it also reminded us that there is no social distancing with God and that, the best of all is, God is with u
- [Rockfish](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/about-us/children-and-young-people/rockfish.html): "Rockfish", Wesley Mem's worship band was formed many years ago to give our young people an opportunity to take a lead in worship playing their musical instruments or singing. It is still an extremely important part of our youth ministry although more 'intergenerational' now! The advantage is that
- [Oxford Winter Night Shelter](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/about-us/social-action/untitled-1-1.html): In partnership with many Oxford churches, Wesley Memorial opened its doors every Sunday night from January to March, to welcome up to 10 homeless people. In 2019 more churches joined the project, and 20 beds per night were offered. St Mungo's staff sent us the guests they had chosen each night, and guests were able
- [Eco Church](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/about-us/social-action/eco-church.html): We began our journey towards becoming an Eco church in June 2018 with a meeting of 30 people and a 'bring and share lunch'. That day we undertook an audit of our life as a church by looking at 4 areas- lifestyle, community and global engagement, our church building and worship. We registered to become an Eco ch
- [Christian Aid](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/about-us/social-action/joint-public-issues-team.html): At Wesley Memorial Church we support Christian Aid by holding an annual Street Market.
- [Street Pastors](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/about-us/social-action/street-pastors.html): Heather, who is a church member, is a Street Pastor.
- [Fair trade](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/about-us/social-action/untitled-1.html): Fairtrade is a system of certification that aims to ensure a set of standards are met in the production and supply of a product or ingredient. For farmers and workers, Fairtrade means workers' rights, safer working conditions and fairer pay. For shoppers it means high quality, ethically produced products. Choosing
- [Our regular worship](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/worship/our-regular-worship.html): Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit. Pellentesque habitant morbi tristique senectus et netus et malesuada fames ac turpis egestas. Vestibulum tortor quam, feugiat vitae, ultricies eget, tempor sit amet, ante.
- [Music in worship](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/worship/music-in-worship.html): Listen to our singers in ' Seek ye first the Kingdom of God '
- [Choir](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/worship/music-in-worship/choir.html): The choir makes a regular and important contribution to Sunday morning worship, with music from many different traditions. The repertoire draws on a wide variety of music, from across the ages and around the world. New members of all ages and ability are always welcome- introduce yourself on e-mail: music@wesleymem.org
- [Musical productions](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/worship/music-in-worship/musical-productions.html): Musical productions Wesley Mem has an outstanding tradition of inclusive musical productions and specially written shows, including Moses, the story in Exodus, with some amazing special effects. Amazing love! (2017) told the story of the Wesley brothers up to their famous conversion moments in 1738, and Time and Again
- [Rockfish](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/worship/music-in-worship/rockfish.html): Rockfish, the Junior Church band plays a selection of contemporary gospel and secular music in worship and special events. All are welcome to join.
- [Baptism, weddings, funerals](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/worship/baptism-weddings-funerals.html): Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit. Pellentesque habitant morbi tristique senectus et netus et malesuada fames ac turpis egestas. Vestibulum tortor quam, feugiat vitae, ultricies eget, tempor sit amet, ante.
- [Seasonal services](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/worship/seasonal-services.html): Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit. Pellentesque habitant morbi tristique senectus et netus et malesuada fames ac turpis egestas. Vestibulum tortor quam, feugiat vitae, ultricies eget, tempor sit amet, ante.
- [What to expect in a service](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/worship/what-to-expect-in-a-service.html): Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit. Pellentesque habitant morbi tristique senectus et netus et malesuada fames ac turpis egestas. Vestibulum tortor quam, feugiat vitae, ultricies eget, tempor sit amet, ante.
- [Online worship](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/worship/online-worship.html): Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit. Pellentesque habitant morbi tristique senectus et netus et malesuada fames ac turpis egestas. Vestibulum tortor quam, feugiat vitae, ultricies eget, tempor sit amet, ante.
- [Visitors welcome](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/heritage/arranging-your-visit.html): Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit. Pellentesque habitant morbi tristique senectus et netus et malesuada fames ac turpis egestas. Vestibulum tortor quam, feugiat vitae, ultricies eget, tempor sit amet, ante.
- [Making the most of your visit](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/heritage/john-wesley-and-methodism.html): The Wesleys in Oxford
- [Unlocking the past, lighting up the future](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/heritage/unlocking-past-lighting-up-future.html): As a congregation with roots that go back to the earliest days of the Methodist movement, we are inspired and challenged by our unique place in the Methodist story.
- [A brief history](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/heritage/story-of-methodism-in-oxford.html): #The Holy Club
- [The Wesleys in Oxford](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/heritage/our-heritage-atrium.html): Oxford is full of connections to the Wesley family. John and Charles Wesley followed their elder brother Samuel to Christ Church; their father, also Samuel, was a student at Exeter College; and their grandfather John studied at New Inn Hall (from which New Inn Hall Street takes its name).
- [Find out more](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/heritage/find-out-more.html): The best way to find out more is to visit the church and heritage atrium and make full use of the range of free information leaflets.
- [Need a space to meet?](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/our-building/terms-and-conditions.html): Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit. Pellentesque habitant morbi tristique senectus et netus et malesuada fames ac turpis egestas. Vestibulum tortor quam, feugiat vitae, ultricies eget, tempor sit amet, ante.
- [Room specifications](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/our-building/room-specifications.html): Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit. Pellentesque habitant morbi tristique senectus et netus et malesuada fames ac turpis egestas. Vestibulum tortor quam, feugiat vitae, ultricies eget, tempor sit amet, ante.
- [Sanctuary](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/our-building/room-specifications/sanctuary.html): Excellent venue for concerts and conferences with flexible seating and good acoustics for music. There is a concert grand piano.
- [Hall](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/our-building/room-specifications/hall.html): Refurbished. Good size for meetings, dancing, parties, with new wood flooring.
- [John Wesley room](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/our-building/room-specifications/john-wesley-room.html): Refurbishment complete.
- [Bradbury room](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/our-building/room-specifications/bradbury-room.html): Committee/class room.
- [Coulson room](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/our-building/room-specifications/coulson-room.html): Small classroom /committee room, refurbished with whiteboard and tables.
- [Salter room](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/our-building/room-specifications/salter-room.html): Lower 1
- [Choir vestry](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/our-building/room-specifications/choir-vestry.html): Room with conference style tables.
- [Hall kitchen](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/our-building/room-specifications/kitchen.html): Available for drinks only or with cooking.
- [John Wesley room kitchen](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/our-building/room-specifications/john-wesley-room-kitchen.html): Available for hire with the John Wesley Room.
- [Cost of hire](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/our-building/cost-of-hire.html): Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit. Pellentesque habitant morbi tristique senectus et netus et malesuada fames ac turpis egestas. Vestibulum tortor quam, feugiat vitae, ultricies eget, tempor sit amet, ante.
- [Get in touch](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/contact/get-in-touch.html): Contact us
- [How to find us](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/contact/how-to-find-us.html): Wesley Memorial Church is in Oxford city centre, in New Inn Hall Street, facing the end of St Michael's Street. The office is open from 9.30 a.m. until 2.00 p.m, and the church is open longer most days.
- [Support our work](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/contact/support-our-work.html): Thank you for supporting our work.
- [Interview with Kirsty Smith](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/about-us/students/interview-with-kirsty-smith.html): Join us for an inspiring interview with Kirsty Smith, exploring her journey and the vibrant community at Wesley Memorial Church Oxford.
- [Celebrating God's Creation](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/about-us/social-action/eco-church/celebrating-gods-creation.html): Join us at Wesley Memorial Church Oxford as we celebrate God's creation through worship, community, and stewardship of the environment.
- [Wesley Memorial in our own words](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/our-building/wesley-memorial-in-our-own-words.html): Discover the heart of Wesley Memorial Church, a vibrant Methodist community in Oxford, where faith and fellowship thrive.

## Articles
- [Wesley Memorial at Oxford Pride 2026](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/news/wesley-memorial-at-oxford-pride-2026.html): 8 Jun 2026 - Join Wesley Memorial Church Oxford at Pride 26. We welcome everyone, celebrating love, inclusion and faith together in the heart of Oxford.
- [What's happening at Wesley Memorial Church in July](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/news/whats-happening-at-wesley-memorial-church-in-may.html): 29 Apr 2026 - Discover May events at Wesley Memorial Church Oxford - worship, fellowship, and community inspired by Methodist heritage in the heart of Oxford.
- [We Stand Together With Refugees](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/news/we-stand-together-with-refugees.html): 24 Nov 2025 - Join us in supporting refugees at Wesley Memorial Church, fostering compassion, community, and hope for those in need.
- [Gold Eco Church](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/news/gold-eco-church.html): 10 Mar 2025 - Discover how Wesley Memorial Church Oxford achieved Eco Church Gold, promoting sustainability and care for God's creation in our community.
- [Activities for Students and Young People](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/news/activities-for-students-and-young-people.html): 8 Apr 2024 - Sunday 9th OctoberPizza lunch Make and eat your own pizza with our minister Peter, to start the new term. Just join us after church coffee from about 12.15 in the John Wesley Room. Everything provided.
- [How to include deaf and those with hearing loss in Church activities](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/news/how-to-include-deaf-and-those-with-hearing.html): 26 Mar 2024 - A welcoming and inclusive space at Wesley Memorial Church Oxford, ensuring accessibility for all individuals seeking spiritual connection and community.
- [Wednesday Coffee](https://www.wesleymem.org.uk/news/wednesday-coffee.html): 4 May 2022 - A reminder from Wesley Memorial that all are welcome to drop in for coffee or tea each Wednesday 10am-12noon in the John Wesley Room.

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