John Wesley is once more on the road and travelling the country.
Two dramatic events are available to churches, schools and colleges.
An Evening with John Wesley
With Mark Topping as John Wesley
You will not only be entertained with gripping tales from 50 years of field preaching,
but challenged with a message which is as relevant now as it was in Wesley's day.
In this dramatic presentation John Wesley shares something of his life: his childhood, his
search for faith, his field preaching, the mob violence, his horseback adventures, his lifelong,
single-minded drive to "advance the kingdom of Christ."
The evening features Wesley's outspoken opposition to the slave trade.
Wesley DVD now available. £11.50 including postage and packing.
Email johnwesley.topping@phonecoop.coop for a copy.
Excerpt from the DVD: Thoughts on war sermon
"Mark's presentation brings John Wesley to life and allows him to speak to our day."
"I felt I stood in the presence of John Wesley - history is brought to life."
"A remarkable likeness - a powerful experience"
"I want to commend this presentation to the Church - Wesley speaks to the present age."
"Offensive and highly insulting."
also "My Own Familiar Friend"
Another challenging and inspiring "evening with John Wesley" but one involving a close look at brother Charles. The drama explores John and Charles' different temperaments, their common purpose, their profound disagreements, their shared faith and vision.
"My Own Familiar Friend" focuses on Charles Wesley the preacher, the family man and the poet. The drama throws light on his relationship with his brother, his devotion to his wife and children, his enthusiasm for Methodism and his fierce loyalty to the Church of England.
These compelling insights into the faith and lives of John and Charles Wesley draw on a wealth of material from journals, letters, sermons and other writings.
Both evenings, the fruit of extensive research, are compiled and performed by Mark Topping who, during eight years as curator at Wesley's New Room and Charles Wesley's House in Bristol, gave hundreds of dramatic presentations to thousands of visitors.
The evenings are designed, not simply as 'good entertainment' but as opportunities for enriching church life by challenging us to take a fresh look at the gospel and to reflect on our own 'call to discipleship'.
The events are normally in two halves of about 40 minutes each, with an interval, but can be adapted to
suit local needs. 'Mornings' and 'afternoons' with John Wesley can be arranged - any time from 5am.
The cost for 'An Evening with John Wesley' or 'My Own Familiar Friend' is £250 (plus travel expenses).
For more information / to discuss a booking call Mark Topping: 01594 840086 or write to him at the email below.
Photo: Huntley Hedworth
John Wesley Events
JW : An Evening with John Wesley
CW : My Own Familiar Friend
| Date | Time | Location | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-10-11 | Eve | Fairhill Methodist Church, Cwmbran, Wales | JW |
| 2008-10-12 | 6.30pm | St Nicholas C of E, Dersingham, Norfolk | JW |
| 2008-10-17 | 7.30pm | Wesley Hall, Cinderford Methodist Church | CW |
| 2008-10-18 | Eve | Wylam Methodist Church, Northumberland | CW |
| 2008-11-01 | 7.30pm | St Andrew's Methodist Church, Slough | JW |
| 2008-11-06 | Eve | Park Avenue Methodist Church, Northampton | JW |
| 2008-11-15 | Eve | Pontypool Methodist Church | JW |
| 2008-11-29 | 7.30pm | Dome Mission, Brighton | JW |
| 2009-05-17 | 6.30pm | Westminster Central Hall | JW |
| 2009-05-24 | TBC | Newbiggin Chapel, County Durham | JW |
| 2009-09-26 | Eve | Bradford, Great Horton circuit | JW |
| 2013-09-08 | 7.30pm | Otley Methodist Church, Otley near Leeds | JW |