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St John's Hayfield Methodist Church
High Peak
Derbyshire
SK22 2EX
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Welcome to St Johns
One of the oldest, 1782, Methodist churches in the world, our village chapel is on the edge of the Peak District in North Derbyshire. It is Grade 2 listed, and very much a living church with a small, regular and caring congregation. Our weekly Sunday services are at 10.45am (though Messy church - see below - starts at 10.00am). Monthly evening services, generally of a reflective nature, are at 6pm. We are part of the High Peak Methodist circuit churches.
We take a full part in circuit and village life, and welcome anyone to join us, regularly or occasionally. A full range of activities are offered. The chapel has an induction loop, wheelchair access, and a disabled toilet. There is a car park, and a small garden, which is kept as a quiet outdoor space. The church has a Fair trade stall, stocked with Traidcraft goods, open before and after our services. We also run an annual shoe box appeal, and have recently been a collecting point for clothing, toiletries etc for the "Hope for Refugees" project.
Music is provided by either a pipe organ, a digital piano, or good quality recordings. All are welcome and resources activities are available within the church for children.
One of the oldest, 1782, Methodist churches in the world, our village chapel is on the edge of the Peak District in North Derbyshire. It is Grade 2 listed, and very much a living church with a small, regular and caring congregation. Our weekly Sunday services are at 10.45am (though Messy church - see below - starts at 10.00am). Monthly evening services, generally of a reflective nature, are at 6pm. We are part of the High Peak Methodist circuit churches.
We take a full part in circuit and village life, and welcome anyone to join us, regularly or occasionally. A full range of activities are offered. The chapel has an induction loop, wheelchair access, and a disabled toilet. There is a car park, and a small garden, which is kept as a quiet outdoor space. The church has a Fair trade stall, stocked with Traidcraft goods, open before and after our services. We also run an annual shoe box appeal, and have recently been a collecting point for clothing, toiletries etc for the "Hope for Refugees" project.
Music is provided by either a pipe organ, a digital piano, or good quality recordings. All are welcome and resources activities are available within the church for children.
Church Address
New Mills Road
Hayfield
High Peak,
Derbyshire
SK22 2EX
Hayfield
United Kingdom
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Church Pastor
The Revd Kerry Tankard
Minister
New Mills Road
Hayfield
High Peak,
Derbyshire
SK22 2EX
Hayfield
United Kingdom
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Quote of the Day
Luke 12:24
Consider the ravens: for they neither sow nor reap; which neither have storehouse nor barn; and God feedeth them: how much more are ye better than the fowls?
Consider the ravens: for they neither sow nor reap; which neither have storehouse nor barn; and God feedeth them: how much more are ye better than the fowls?
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Methodist Church
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St John's Hayfield Methodist Church High Peak Service Times
Sunday Worship
Mornings at 10.45 am. The style is informal within a traditional structure. Details of Messy church and evening services are given on the home page. Our communion services, roughly monthly, have an open table and use non-alcoholic wine. Baptisms, weddings and funerals are arranged with the Circuit superintendent.
Service Times last updated on the 27th of November, 2017
Mornings at 10.45 am. The style is informal within a traditional structure. Details of Messy church and evening services are given on the home page. Our communion services, roughly monthly, have an open table and use non-alcoholic wine. Baptisms, weddings and funerals are arranged with the Circuit superintendent.
Service Times last updated on the 27th of November, 2017
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In our ecumenical home group we, investigate either a topic or a Bible passage. Meetings are both relaxing and fun. From time to time we have a day or evening out together. The picture left shows two of our members admiring the view across Rudyard Lake on our 2015 day out.
Family events suitable for all ages occur from time to time.
We hold a Flower festival each July in conjunction with Hayfield Well Dressings. Many come to and view the chapel at its best and to sample our home made refreshments. Coach parties can be catered for.
Shared church activities
We have a local covenant with St Matthew's Anglican church and St Mary's Roman Catholic Church, New Mills. Shared events include:
A presence at Hayfield Sheepdog Trials.
An all day cafe on May Queen day.
An Easter crafts workshop on Good Friday.
Lent groups
Placing a cross on Lantern Pike each Easter
Carol singing for charity at Christmas.
In our ecumenical home group we, investigate either a topic or a Bible passage. Meetings are both relaxing and fun. From time to time we have a day or evening out together. The picture left shows two of our members admiring the view across Rudyard Lake on our 2015 day out.
Family events suitable for all ages occur from time to time.
We hold a Flower festival each July in conjunction with Hayfield Well Dressings. Many come to and view the chapel at its best and to sample our home made refreshments. Coach parties can be catered for.
Shared church activities
We have a local covenant with St Matthew's Anglican church and St Mary's Roman Catholic Church, New Mills. Shared events include:
A presence at Hayfield Sheepdog Trials.
An all day cafe on May Queen day.
An Easter crafts workshop on Good Friday.
Lent groups
Placing a cross on Lantern Pike each Easter
Carol singing for charity at Christmas.
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St John's Hayfield Methodist Church History
St. John's has the distinction of being the thirteenth oldest Methodist chapel in continuous use in the UK. The chapel, built of grit stone and slate, dates from 1782, and is grade 2 listed. John Wesley himself may have opened it. A Sunday school was established in 1795 in a garret in Market street, and moved to the adjoining schoolrooms in 1884. As well as biblical studies the teaching then included the 3 R's. The schoolrooms were sold in 2014 to become a nursery school. Our children's work is now delivered in a differently see our family events page.
In the early 19th century, numerous people connected with Hayfield Methodism joined the ministry. Perhaps the most well known of these was the Rev John Barber who was twice elected to the office of President of the Methodist Conference - a rare honour. He became known also as a defender of religious freedom, in that he roused the Methodist people into action against a Bill presented to the House of Lords in 1811, which threatened the position of dissenting non-conformists. As a result it was withdrawn.
The chapel's Pipe organ dates from 1878 and was restored in 1966. It is still well maintained and used from time to time. The chapel interior was refitted in 1908, when the porch was also added. The beautiful stained glass windows were inserted as a gift in the 1950's.
More recent additions have been the pulpit and lectern falls, commissioned from Juliet Hemingway (other customers include the Archbishop of Canterbury and Sir Cliff Richard!). Modern Tapestry at its best!
The interior has undergone further extensive redevelopment finally completed in 2001. For more information, including before and after photo galleries, please see refurbishment page.
The chapel has been in continuous use as a place of worship for approaching 250 years, by candlelight, gas light and electric light. Its congregation has worn crinolines and miniskirts. Its history is intertwined with the life of the village. Today it is a focal point for worship and service. Tomorrow it will grow and develop to God's praise and glory.
We believe we are called by Christ to enable this beautiful building to serve the needs of our village and beyond. Please enquire if you need more detail or if you would like to help us.
In the early 19th century, numerous people connected with Hayfield Methodism joined the ministry. Perhaps the most well known of these was the Rev John Barber who was twice elected to the office of President of the Methodist Conference - a rare honour. He became known also as a defender of religious freedom, in that he roused the Methodist people into action against a Bill presented to the House of Lords in 1811, which threatened the position of dissenting non-conformists. As a result it was withdrawn.
The chapel's Pipe organ dates from 1878 and was restored in 1966. It is still well maintained and used from time to time. The chapel interior was refitted in 1908, when the porch was also added. The beautiful stained glass windows were inserted as a gift in the 1950's.
More recent additions have been the pulpit and lectern falls, commissioned from Juliet Hemingway (other customers include the Archbishop of Canterbury and Sir Cliff Richard!). Modern Tapestry at its best!
The interior has undergone further extensive redevelopment finally completed in 2001. For more information, including before and after photo galleries, please see refurbishment page.
The chapel has been in continuous use as a place of worship for approaching 250 years, by candlelight, gas light and electric light. Its congregation has worn crinolines and miniskirts. Its history is intertwined with the life of the village. Today it is a focal point for worship and service. Tomorrow it will grow and develop to God's praise and glory.
We believe we are called by Christ to enable this beautiful building to serve the needs of our village and beyond. Please enquire if you need more detail or if you would like to help us.
St John's Hayfield Methodist Church Historical Photos
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