Methodism Collection

Methodist Book-Plate
Wesleyan Sunday School prizewinners book-plate awarded to A W Harris of Littlehampton, Sussex, England. What did he do to deserve it?

Charles Wesley, 18th century English preacher and hymn writer. Charles (1707-1788) was the brother of John Wesley (1703-1791) with whom he founded Methodism

Gwennap Pit
Methodist open air meeting place. IoE 66900

John Wesley, Methodist preacher, in action out of doors at a market cross. Date: 18th century

Reverend D Simpson, and Christ Church, Macclesfield (engraving)
3629087 Reverend D Simpson, and Christ Church, Macclesfield (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Reverend D Simpson, and Christ Church, Macclesfield)

John Wesley / Electrical
JOHN WESLEY English religious leader, founder of Methodism : always interested in science, he is depicted observing an electrical experiment

Charles Wesley, illustration from The Church of England
STC393429 Charles Wesley, illustration from The Church of England: A History for the People by H.D.M. Spence-Jones, pub. c.1910 (litho) (sepia photo) by English School

Riot in Wednesbury (engraving)
3628980 Riot in Wednesbury (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Riot in Wednesbury)

Primitive Methodists at Prayer, c1889, (c1902). Creator: Unknown
Primitive Methodists at Prayer, c1889, (c1902). After a painting in the Dudley Museums Service collection. Depiction of fishermen in the congregation of the Fore Street Chapel in St Ives, Cornwall

Wesley Preaches
METHODISM John Wesley preaches in Cornwall

Earthenware Bust of John Wesley, Staffordshire, England
Earthenware bust of John Wesley (1703-1791) wearing a black cassock and white clerical collar, mounted on a square base with leaf pattern

Kerley Downs Methodist Chapel, Baldhu, Kea, Cornwall. Probably early 1900s
A view of Billy Brays Three Eye Chapel. The chapel was built by Billy Bray in 1835 and, since its closure in 1982, is now cared for by the Billy Bray Memorial Trust as a memorial to the memory of

Bethel United Methodist Church, Baldhu, Kea, Cornwall. Probably early 1900s
A view of the gable ends of the church showing the datestone Bethel United Methodist Church 1842. This is one of two United Methodist chapels that were located in Baldhu

Gwennap Pit, Cornwall. Whit Monday 1925
A service at Gwennap Pit on Whit Monday 1925 with a full congregation and the minister in the centre. Gwennap Pit is an open air amphitheatre near Redruth made famous by John Wesley the founder of

Billy Brays monument, Baldhu Church, Baldhu, Kea, Cornwall. Early 1900s
A view of the monument to Billy Bray. William Trewartha Bray (born on 1st June 1794) was a Cornish tin miner and, for 43 years

Deptford Central Hall Soup Kitchen, 1900s
3785105 Deptford Central Hall Soup Kitchen, 1900s; (add.info.: Deptford Central Hall Soup Kitchen, 1900s. The Deptford Central Hall was built by the Methodist Church on slum clearance land in 1903)

Deptford Central Hall Soup Kitchen, 1900s
3785102 Deptford Central Hall Soup Kitchen, 1900s; (add.info.: Deptford Central Hall Soup Kitchen, 1900s. The Deptford Central Hall was built by the Methodist Church on slum clearance land in 1903)

Holmfirth Wesleyan Centenary 16th July 1910

Donald Soper, Methodist minister, socialist and pacifist
Donald Oliver Soper, Baron Soper (1903-1998), prominent Methodist minister, socialist and pacifist. Date: circa 1980s

John Wesley - portrait
3784411 John Wesley - portrait; (add.info.: John Wesley - portrait. English Anglican theologian and preacher, a founder of Methodism: 28 June 1703 - 2 March 1791)

George Whitefield preaching in colonies, 18th century (engraving)
3784409 George Whitefield preaching in colonies, 18th century (engraving); (add.info.: George Whitefield preaching. English Anglican priest and a founder of Methodism)

John Wesley, from Living Biographies of Religious Leaders
3960997 John Wesley, from Living Biographies of Religious Leaders by Ross, Gordon (1872-1946); (add.info.: John Wesley, 1703-1791. English cleric and theologian and one of the founders of Methodism)

William Booth (1829-1912) (etching) (b&w photo)
XJF115820 William Booth (1829-1912) (etching) (b&w photo) by Dodd, Francis (1874-1949); 29x25.4 cm; National Portrait Gallery, London

General William Booth, Founder of the Salvation Army (oil on canvas)
3744089 General William Booth, Founder of the Salvation Army (oil on canvas) by Davis, Noel Denholm (1876-1950); 178.4x101.6 cm; Nottingham City Museums and Galleries (Nottingham Castle); (add.info)

London-Road Chapel, Derby, 1865 (engraving)
3629193 London-Road Chapel, Derby, 1865 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London-Road Chapel, Derby, 1865)

Lauderdale House, Highgate, in 1820 (engraving)
3629163 Lauderdale House, Highgate, in 1820 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lauderdale House, Highgate, in 1820)

Wesleys interview with Lord George Gordon (engraving)
3629152 Wesleys interview with Lord George Gordon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wesleys interview with Lord George Gordon)

The Centenary Chapel, Boston (engraving)
3629149 The Centenary Chapel, Boston (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Centenary Chapel, Boston)

Tron Church, Glasgow (engraving)
3629140 Tron Church, Glasgow (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tron Church, Glasgow)

Inverness Cathedral (engraving)
3629139 Inverness Cathedral (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Inverness Cathedral)

Dr Smollett (engraving)
3629136 Dr Smollett (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dr Smollett. Illustration for Wesley His Own Biographer)

Pear tree planted by Mr Wesley at Kingswood (engraving)
3629129 Pear tree planted by Mr Wesley at Kingswood (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pear tree planted by Mr Wesley at Kingswood)

Mumbles Lighthouse (engraving)
3629118 Mumbles Lighthouse (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mumbles Lighthouse)

Orphan house study, Newcastle (engraving)
3629106 Orphan house study, Newcastle (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Orphan house study, Newcastle)

Mary Bosanquet, afterwards Mrs Fletcher (engraving)
3629099 Mary Bosanquet, afterwards Mrs Fletcher (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mary Bosanquet, afterwards Mrs Fletcher)

The Reverend Joseph Bradford (engraving)
3629097 The Reverend Joseph Bradford (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Reverend Joseph Bradford)

I asked, What are you doing? He answered, I am taking your face (engraving)
3629093 I asked, What are you doing? He answered, I am taking your face (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: I asked, What are you doing)

Trevecka College (engraving)
3629079 Trevecka College (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trevecka College. Illustration for Wesley His Own Biographer)

A horse that was feeding turned short, and struck me (engraving)
3629074 A horse that was feeding turned short, and struck me (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A horse that was feeding turned short, and struck me)

A Modern Jewish Synagogue (engraving)
3629068 A Modern Jewish Synagogue (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Modern Jewish Synagogue)

Westminster School (engraving)
3629066 Westminster School (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Westminster School)

Howth (engraving)
3629054 Howth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Howth. Illustration for Wesley His Own Biographer)

The Docks, Whitehaven (engraving)
3629039 The Docks, Whitehaven (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Docks, Whitehaven)

Mr Blackwells House, Lewisham (engraving)
3629028 Mr Blackwells House, Lewisham (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Blackwells House, Lewisham)

Bangor Cathedral (engraving)
3629021 Bangor Cathedral (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bangor Cathedral. Illustration for Wesley His Own Biographer)

The French Church, Spitalfields (engraving)
3629017 The French Church, Spitalfields (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The French Church, Spitalfields)

The Hotwells, Bristol, in the Eighteenth Century (engraving)
3629008 The Hotwells, Bristol, in the Eighteenth Century (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Hotwells, Bristol, in the Eighteenth Century)

Mr Wesley "took them by the hand"(engraving)
3628991 Mr Wesley " took them by the hand" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Wesley " took them by the hand")

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Methodism is a rich and vibrant religious movement that has left an indelible mark on history. It all began with the Methodist Book-Plate, a symbol of knowledge and faith that represents the foundation of this influential denomination. At the heart were two key figures: Charles Wesley, an 18th-century English preacher and hymn writer, and his brother John Wesley, a dynamic Methodist preacher who tirelessly spread the message of God's love. Their commitment to spreading the Gospel led them to places like Gwennap Pit, where John Wesley preached to thousands in open-air gatherings. The Preaching Pit in St Newlyn East, Cornwall captured the essence of early Methodism around 1930. Here we see John Wesley in action, captivating his audience with his powerful sermons. His words had such impact that they sparked both spiritual revival and social change. Intriguingly, even electricity played a role in promoting Methodism. The image of John Wesley surrounded by electrical currents emphasizes how he harnessed technology to reach wider audiences through printed materials and other innovative means. Methodists faced challenges along their journey as well. The engraving depicting the Riot in Wednesbury serves as a reminder that not everyone embraced their beliefs peacefully. Yet despite opposition, Methodists remained steadfast in their devotion. This dedication can be seen in images like Primitive Methodists at Prayer from c1889. This snapshot captures worshippers deep in prayerful communion with God – a testament to their unwavering faith. Wesley Preaches showcases another momentous occasion when John Wesley shared his teachings with fervor and conviction. Such preaching events became defining moments for communities across England during this time period.