John Wesley, born 1703
TERCENTENARY OF THE BIRTH OF JOHN WESLEY (1703-1791)

John Wesley		  


John Wesley was born on 17 June 1703 ('old style' calendar - or 28 June in the 'new style' calendar after 1752). His birthplace was Epworth in Lincolnshire. He was a renowned preacher and spiritual leader of the 'Methodist revival'.

'I look upon the whole world as my parish'

The occasion of the tercentenary of John Wesley's birth offers the Church the opportunity to celebrate the life of one of the most influential personalities in its history.

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Wesley portrait by Richard Douglas