The Methodist Church The Square
The Chiltern Downs Circuit
Each of the churches in the Circuit is described below with information about where they are located, times of worship and which of our Circuit Ministers look after the church.
If you would like to know more about any of the churches please contact the relevant minister.
Dagnall Ringshall Rd HP4 1RL
All Saints Church Dagnall is an ecumenical church at the heart of the village. It is located on Ringshall Rd, just on the roundabout.
The church is shared between Anglican and Methodist communities but is made up of people from several different church backgrounds and all are very welcome.
Mission statement
As Dagnall Church we are seeking by the grace of God to:
be a united, inclusive Christian community of all ages
serve God through a life of worship and prayer
grow in Christian faith, knowledge and understanding
celebrate and demonstrate God’s love in our community and in our daily lives
share the Good News of Jesus Christ.
The pattern of worship is:
9am Holy Communion on the first and fourth Sundays of the month
10.30am service every week
6pm service every week
There is a Sunday School for children and young people every Sunday at 10.30am and they join in family worship on the fourth Sundays.
The worship life of the church is a mixture of traditional and modern, and the church family are of all ages.
There is a weekly fellowship meeting of the Wesley Guild on Wednesdays at 7.45pm, and a weekly prayer meeting on Fridays at 9.30am.
Church ministers: Rev Peter Dudeney 01525 372289
and Rev Malcolm Grant [Anglican vicar]
Eaton Bray Totternhoe Rd, Eaton Bray LU6 2BD
A welcoming, friendly church with a congregation of about 30, of all ages. Premises are attractive and well maintained. The chapel is a listed building. There is a thriving Sunday School. Monthly lunches and coffee mornings are organised for the 2nd Saturday of the month from
Worship – 10.30am on Sundays
Minister Rev Peter Dudeney 01525 372289
An attractively modernised church overlooking the village green. A congregation of about 15 with fairly traditional worship and a warm welcome for newcomers. Monthly coffee mornings on the last Saturday of the month
Worship – 10.30am on Sundays
Minister Rev Peter Dudeney 01525 372289
Harlington Sundon Rd LU5 6LR
For more information see the Harlington web site by clicking on the link above.
Minister Rev Vindra Maraj-Ogden 01525 872026
Kensworth Common Rd LU6 2PN
Kensworth Methodist Church is on Common Rd in the centre of Kensworth village. We have a small, welcoming congregation, and occasionally worship at united services with St Mary's Anglican church.
We also have a monthly Bible study group. See church notice board for details.
There is usually a coffee morning on the first Saturday morning of the month in the church hall to which everyone is welcome.
The church supports two projects: the Methodist Home at Trembaths and the Methodist Academy in the Gambia.
Worship 10.30am on Sundays
Church minister: Rev Lucille Kaye 01582 663639
A small, predominantly elderly congregation. Traditional worship and a very warm welcome for newcomers.
Worship – 11.00am on Sundays
Minister Rev Vindra Maraj-Ogden 01525 872026
Luton Road Methodist Church (south side of Luton Road, near Dale Road, Dunstable) has a small, welcoming congregation drawn from the local area around the Church.
Worship is on Sunday evenings at 6pm.
There is a Ladies Thursday Evening Club which is thriving. New members are welcome. There is also a music group called the Luton Road Wind Ensemble, which meets to rehearse and has the occasional charity concert. Church members enjoy fun and friendship and take care of one another in times of difficulty.
The church premises are hired out to local community groups. Facilities include a flexible hall, a well-equipped kitchen and accessible toilet.
Minister Rev Lucille Kaye 01582 663639
Sundon Harlington Rd, Upper Sundon LU3 3PE
We are a small, commited group of Christians. We meet together for worship and fellowship, every Sunday at 10.30am. The building is equipped with access and toilets for those with disabilities and a loop system for those with hearing difficulties. Our Junior Church group is enthusiastic and happy to participate in services. We would like to offer you a warm welcome to Sundon Methodist Church and a small community with whom to explore your faith.
Minister Rev Vindra Maraj-Ogden 01525 872026
Toddington High St LU5 3SN
At Toddington we are looking towards the future with expectation. In the last few months we have embraced changes in worship to include "Songs of Praise" services, reflective services, increased use of drama and dialogue. We are commited to seeking God's vision for us in this village community and are privileged to be part of an active "Churches Together" in the village.
We meet for worship and fellowship at 10.45am on Sunday mornings and at 6pm on some Sundays. Please see the church notice board for details.
We also have an active Men's Fellowship, Ladies Guild and Ladies After Eights. These meet monthly/weekly and dates are on the notice board and in the village magazine.
A coffee morning is hosted on the first Saturday of the month from 10.00 am. We also meet together for prayer in the church on a Monday afternoon at 2.15pm.
The Church premises are available to the community and are used by various slimming groups, Alcoholics Anonymous, drama, art and yoga classes.
This is a friendly and vibrant community who would warmly welcome you into their fellowship.
Minister Rev Vindra Maraj-Ogden 01525 872026
TRINITY,
A large, thriving church with a varied pattern of worship. A number of house and fellowship groups meet during the week. The building is used extensively by a large number of organisations, including Scouts, Girls’ Brigade and Mums & Tots groups, and is available for lettings to the community for clubs and children’s parties.
Worship -
1st Sunday in the month 8.30am Holy Communion and breakfast
3rd Sunday in the month 8.30am Prayer Breakfast
2nd and 4th Sundays –
Tuesdays 10.00am – 10.30am Mid-week Service
Saturdays 9.00am – 9.30am Prayer Service
Minister Rev Peter Dudeney 01525 372289
Office Address:
The Methodist Church
The Square
Dunstable
Beds.