We have challenged ourselves and reflected on our purpose and calling as Christians in Keswick.  This led us to revisit our vision for Keswick Methodist Church for the 21st century:  “Vision 21”. Our vision is to follow and serve as disciples of Jesus Christ:

To be a loving and serving Christian presence at the heart of our community –  a welcoming community where everyone can belong.

To contribute to solutions for Keswick’s lack of affordable housing by releasing some of our land.

To particularly welcome and serve the needs of our local population.

To provide Christian hospitality for the thousands of visitors to the town each year.

To enable the wider mission of the Church through “God for all” in partnership with all Christians in the area.

We aim to open up our church to be outward facing to the needs of our community.  Christians have worshipped at Southey Street for over 150 years.  The last major building work was in 1909.   Vision 21 has come alive now that the building work is complete.  The main church building has been made level throughout and now consists of two large hall areas to provide flexibility of worship and wider community use.  A modern kitchen provides a key area for hospitality together with a new extension with new and accessible toilets.  The old hall at the rear of the Church has been sold to support the development of more affordable housing for the local population.