Black Country Methodist Circuit
Circuit Celebration Day
Saturday 20 June 2026
Wednesbury Central Methodist Church
from 2pm to 7pm
2026 is better still!
Building the success of the last two Celebration Days, this year we will look at the amazing work that takes place across our Circuit in promoting and protecting the environment. Our theme is 'Living Hope for Creation' and we will celebrate and look forward together on Saturday 20 June 2026 from 2pm to 7pm at Central Methodist Church, Wednesbury (take a look at this page to find the venue).
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There is lots to do, take part in, and think about... but above all, to enjoy and to celebrate! Please join us - all are welcome!
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Your invitation...
Printed copies of your personal invitation to the Celebration Day are available in our churches. You can see this below or download a copy by clicking here.
What's happening on the day?
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We have an action packed enjoyable and thought-provoking day - celebrating our churches and our Circuit, and thinking more about our theme of Living Hope for Creation... what can we do to take better care of our world and to actively improve it where we are? The day will feature displays, a marketplace, workshops and activities and will feature a keynote address from Helen Stephens, Head of Church Relations at A Rocha UK - the organisation administers Eco Church and Eco Circuit.
The day will give you plenty of chance to try something new or to learn about a different aspect of Circuit life and better ways to protect the environment.
There will be time and space for prayer, and plenty of time to sit and chat with friends from your church and across the Circuit. Refreshments will be available all afternoon and a free buffet tea will be provided at 6pm.
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At 5pm we will join together as a Circuit family to celebrate in Worship. This will feature many of the items created and explored in the workshops and activities during the day.
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​​​​​Keep scrolling to see more information about our workshops and activities....
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Church Footprints
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Each church has been invited to create large cardboard footprints to show what they are doing, and what they plan to do, to be more eco-friendly and be more aware of their impact on the environment. Come and see the amazing things our churches are doing!
Collaborative Craft Workshop
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Join us for hands-on craft workshops where the focus is very much the use of recycled and upcycled materials. Try something new and learn new skills in a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. We will work together to create a collaborative sculpture that will not only look amazing, but will carry our eco theme back to the churches in our Circuit.
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All abilities or none are welcome to come and join in - accompanied children welcome too! The Workshop will run over both workshop sessions. Drop in and join us!
Science Workshop​​​
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Come and experience science experiments and demonstrations with an eco twist. Fun, educational and thought-provoking... and much better than the science lessons we had at school! Our resident Science Professor will show how science, the environment and the things we do every day are all linked together in ways you've never thought of.
Hymn-writing Workshop​​​
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Do you see yourself as a bit of a Charles Wesley or the next Graham Kendrick? Then this is the workshop for you. We will be writing our own eco-themed hymn to a well-known tune. It will be given its premier in our worship at the end of the day and then will be used around the circuit over the coming months.
Prayer Space
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Come and explore some different, and perhaps new, ways of praying - or simply come and spend some quiet time. You can also help write and shape the prayers that will be used in our worship at the end of the day.
Bible Conversation
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This is not a bible study! This is a inspiring conversation about the Bible, how Scripture influences our lives, is concerned with the world that God made us all stewards of, and how it contains all we need to know to live our lives in a way that takes care of creation. We truly have a Living Hope for Creation!
Keynote Speaker: Helen Stephens
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Helen is the Head of Church Relations at A Rocha UK - the organisation administers the Eco Church and Eco Circuit schemes. It is a Christian charity working to protect and restore the natural world and is committed to equipping Christians and churches in the UK to care for the environment. They aim to inspire individuals and families, equip churches and church leaders, build partnerships and manage land for nature and people.
In the face of accelerating climate change and species loss, we need more than ever to take action to protect and care for nature today. To find our more about A Rocha, please take a look at their website.
We're thrilled that Helen is joining us today and will be delivering an important message for all of our churches, our Circuit and us as Christians.
Marketplace
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The Marketplace will run throughout the day and will be located in the main hall where refreshments will be served and where we will eat our buffet tea at the end of the day - so there will be plenty of chance to have a look around, find out more and maybe even bag a bargain!
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Here are some of the things you will find there...
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Book and Jigsaw Swap - bring along unwanted books or jigsaws and exchange them for a new challenge
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Craft Ideas - find out more about how you can reuse fabric, textiles, materials - anything you can lay your hands on to make unique craft pieces
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Eco-Churches - churches in our Circuit have either gained their Eco Church award or are working towards it. Find out more about what is involved and how your church could be gaining their award
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Eco Alternatives - find out about easy swaps and alternatives to your usual groceries that are eco-friendly and don't need to cost the earth
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Food Bank - please bring along non-perishable items for donation to a local food bank... a great way to avoid food waste while helping those experiencing food poverty in our community
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Green Doctors - looking for energy advice on how to save money as well as the planet? Green Doctors will be joining us. Take a look at their website to find out more
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Seed and Plant Swap - for those with green fingers or those who are just starting out and want to know mor
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​Freebies! Look out for your chance to walk away with free gifts and unique craft items to mark your time at the Circuit Celebration Day!
Travel and Parking
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Location
Our Celebration Day is being held at Central Methodist Church, Spring Head, Wednesbury, WS10 9AD. For more information about the church, please take a look at their page.
Public Transport
Central is located in the middle of Wednesbury Town Centre, about 8 minutes walk from Wednesbury Bus Station. It is also 14 minutes walk from Wednesbury Great Western Metro Station.
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Driving
There is a small car park at the rear of Central. There is also a Pay and Display car park, with very reasonable parking charges, directly opposite the church. It can be found on this map.
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​Free Minibus Park and Ride
We are providing a free minibus park and ride service, courtesy of Ryders Green Church Day Care Centre.
We will collect you from your local church, or other pick-up spot, and then take you back at the end of the day.
Please contact the Circuit Office if you would like to know more or to book transport.
Need to know more? Get in touch!
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If you'd like to know more about the Celebration Day, you can get in touch with:
Helen Allen
Steve Allen
Ian Belcher
Sarah Jefferies
Ian Palfreyman
Judith Palfreyman
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You can also contact any of our Circuit ministers or the Circuit Office.