The Grove and Hallcroft Methodist Churches form the Methodist presence in Retford. Although working together, they are separate units, joining for some services, supporting each other, socialising, sharing, working, and coming together for special occasions.
During the last month, you may have noticed workmen around the front of the church. They are completing the last part of the ‘church makeover’ as they repair the inside of the two towers and complete necessary work to the roof and stonework. Some innovative ideas for using the towers include creating an exhibition space for artwork, photography, and textiles. The work should not interfere too much with the normal running of the church but will limit large events and reduce the size of the car park. Work is due to be finished at the end of March.
Below are the normal weekly, fortnightly, and monthly events:
Weekly
- Thursday lunch at the Grove – a great meal and a great place for making new friends, 12.00pm
- Saturday coffee morning at the Grove, 10.00am to 12.00pm, often supporting charities
- Monday Toddler Group at the Grove, 1.15pm to 2.30pm (term time only)
- Thursday Communion Service at the Grove, 11.00am
- Thursday Bright Hour meeting at the Grove, 2.30pm
- Wednesday Coffee Morning at Hallcroft Methodist Church
Fortnightly
- Tuesday Group. Meets in the afternoon alternating between the Grove and Hallcroft Church.
Monthly
- Book Club meeting, 2.00pm on a Monday afternoon in members’ homes
- The Listening Place at the Grove on the last Saturday of the month
You may also be interested in other groups using the church premises, covering a wide variety of interests such as singing, dancing, jewellery making, poetry, art, and music for wellbeing, to name just a few.
Sunday Services
Take place every week.
You will find a warm welcome at all services and events.
For more information, visit www.the-grove.org.uk or www.facebook.com/Grove-Street-Methodist-Church-Retford, or contact Clare Biddle, Facilities and Community Manager, on 07895 553224.