The Structure of the Methodist Church
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Local churches (about 6,000 in England, Scotland and Wales) are grouped into Circuits (600+), each having a Circuit Superintendent. Circuits are grouped into Districts (31) led by a District Chair.
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The Methodist Church or Connexion is served nationally by the Connexional Team, most of whom are based at Methodist Church House, 25 Marylebone Rd, London NW1 5JR (020 7486 5502).
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The Property and Resourcing Mission sections are at Central Buildings, Oldham St, Manchester M1 1JQ (0161 236 5194).
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There are posts for the strategic development of various aspects of the work, such as youth work, children’s work, mission and evangelism, Women’s Network, pastoral care, formation in ministry, etc
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The post of General Secretary provides overall co-ordination and strategic direction to the Connexion’s work, under the guidance of the Methodist Council, a representative body.
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The policy-making body of the Methodist Church is the annual Conference to which the Districts send elected representatives both lay and ordained.
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A President and Vice President are elected and serve for one year.
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