HISTORY

In the 1860s, Selsey was just a small fishing village. Methodist preachers came

to Selsey and built a small chapel in East Street. In 1867, they built this chapel.

It was a very simple preaching house, with a big pulpit across the front of the

church, and probably seats at the front for the choir. The congregation sat on

benches. The church has since been modified, and the organ and new pews

have been added. The hall and other rooms were built in 1937.

WHAT METHODISTS BELIEVE

The Methodist Church and the Church of England hold similar beliefs. Both believe in God who made the world, Jesus Christ who shows that God loves us, and the Holy Spirit, who guides and inspires us. A minister leads the congregation.

WHAT METHODISTS DO

In church services, Methodists worship God as they sing hymns and songs,

read the bible together and say their prayers. A minister or a local preacher

preaches a sermon, usually explaining a passage from the Bible.

Like other Christians, they regularly celebrate Holy Communion in their worship.

Methodists believe that they should be good neighbours and help others,

locally and in the world. Methodists share their faith with others.

People become members of the church by being baptised or confirmed after

they have learned about the story of Jesus Christ. All are welcome at our

services and to share in Holy Communion.

People gather here every Sunday to worship God as well as having services on other special days, like Christmas and Easter. The services are led by a minister or a local preacher.

The table at the front is used for our Holy Communion services when we share bread and wine as Jesus did with his friends.

The church is also used for baptisms, weddings and funerals and other special services.