🎶 Our Story, Our Song: Growing Together in Faith
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10/12/20251 min read
Every church has a story — a journey made up of people, moments, and God’s quiet guidance along the way. For us at Edge Lane & Clayton Methodist, our story is still being written, and it’s one filled with gratitude, growth, and a strong sense of togetherness.
Three years ago, two congregations came together to form one family of faith. Like any new beginning, it took time to learn, listen, and find our shared rhythm. But through worship, laughter, cups of tea, and countless small acts of kindness, we’ve grown into something beautiful — a community shaped by God’s love.
We often say our theme is “Our Story, Our Song.” It reminds us that faith isn’t just something we believe; it’s something we live and share. Every prayer, every hymn, every outreach project becomes part of the song we sing together — one that celebrates God’s grace at work in us and through us.
One of the greatest joys of our story is the growing number of young people who bring their energy, creativity, and questions into our church life. Their voices remind us that God is still doing something new among us. Their enthusiasm keeps our song alive and vibrant.
As we look ahead, we’re grateful for the past that shaped us, and excited for the future God is leading us toward. Our hope is that everyone who walks through our doors — or visits us online — will feel that same spirit of welcome and belonging.
Because the truth is, this isn’t just our story; it’s God’s story being lived out through us.
And there’s always room for another verse — maybe yours.


Minister: Rev Paul Welch | Tel: 0161 370 6851
Worshipping at the Clayton and Edge Lane Methodist Church, Merton Drive, off Edge Lane, Droylsden M43 6BH
