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Programme for Christian-Muslim relations in Africa
28 March 2026
PROCMURA (Programme for Christian-Muslim relations in Africa), a partner of MCB was honoured to have a private audience with His Holiness Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican on Wednesday 25 March, in a moment that reaffirmed the shared commitment to advancing constructive Christian–Muslim relations across Africa.
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Cuban Fuel Crisis
27 March 2026
At a time when many in Cuba are facing increasing hardship, we share this update from Bishop Ricardo Pereira, the Presiding Bishop of the Methodist Church in Cuba, In recent months, the country has been experiencing severe fuel shortages—no oil has been imported since early January—resulting in repeated nationwide blackouts that have left communities without power for long stretches and placed added strain on daily life and essential services.
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Connexional Council Meeting 21–23 March 2026
26 March 2026
The Connexional Council held a weekend residential meeting at the Wesley Hotel, Euston in London.
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Obituary – Professor Peter Howdle
25 March 2026
The death has been announced of a Past Vice-President of the Methodist Conference, Professor Peter Howdle.
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1,000 Methodist churches enrolled in Eco Church
18 March 2026
More than 1,000 Methodist churches are now enrolled in Eco Church, with over 700 having received an award, reflecting the Church’s deepening commitment to creation care and its Action for Hope net zero ambitions.
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Sans Gill: Surviving an Artist
16 March 2026
A new film documents a survivor-led project that reframes the legacy of the controversial artist Eric Gill, who sexually abused two of his daughters.
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Statement on the situation in the Middle East from Global Relationships
05 March 2026
We note and share in the grave concern expressed by the World Council of Churches to the widening hostilities across the Middle East.
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Reflection from Palestine from a Palestinian Christian living near Bethlehem
02 March 2026
"For nearly three days now, we’ve been living through the latest escalation in the Middle East, and the toll is already heavy."
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The Revd Jesse Jackson – remembered by those in the Methodist Church in Britain
19 February 2026
The death has been announced of the American civil rights campaigner, the Revd Jesse Jackson. Paying tribute, his family described his "unwavering commitment to justice, equality and human rights helped shape a global movement for freedom and dignity".
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Investment Approved to Strengthen the Future of The Wesley Hotel in Euston
18 February 2026
The Methodist Church has approved a £1.2 million investment package to support new development work at The Wesley Hotel in Euston.
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Connexional Council 10 February 2026
17 February 2026
The Connexional Council met at Methodist Church House in London on Tuesday 10 February.
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A response to proposed measures that will see Israel increase control over Palestine property
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