27 November 2008
Lord Leslie Griffiths named Chair of Methodist Heritage Committee
Lord Leslie Griffiths of Pembrey and Burry Port has been
appointed Chair of the newly formed Methodist Heritage
Committee.
The Committee will work to better involve the Church's heritage in
its engagement with contemporary society. By telling the stories of
Methodism more effectively and supporting Methodist heritage sites
as places of pilgrimage and spirituality, the committee will
address how historic locations can be effective in Christian
mission.
Lord Griffiths said; "In our post-colonial, post-modern world the
question of identity looms large. Our heritage reminds us who we
are and gives us the courage to tell our story and to serve the
present age. I'm delighted to have a part to play in this
imaginative new venture."
Lord Griffiths is a Methodist minister, Labour peer and
broadcaster. He is a Knight of the Order of St. John and an
Honorary Canon of St. Paul's Cathedral. He was President of the
Methodist Conference 1994-1995. Among his interests he lists
laughter and fellowship as well as literature, theology and
sport.
A full-time Methodist Heritage Officer will be appointed to the
Church's Connexional Team in the New Year, to convene and work
collaboratively with the Committee.