Methodism

Methodism is a Protestant tradition arising from the eighteenth-century evangelical renewal associated with John and Charles Wesley.

It began within the Church of England and developed into many autonomous Methodist and Wesleyan churches worldwide.

It often emphasises grace, conversion, holiness, disciplined discipleship, social service, and connectional accountability. Wesleyan-Arminian theology is influential but not universally identical across all Methodist bodies.

Methodist worship commonly combines hymnody, preaching, prayer, Scripture, sacramental ministry, and service; styles vary widely.

Connectional governance—linking local churches through conferences and ordained or lay oversight—is a recurring characteristic.