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Methodism has been practised in Ireland since the 18th century. Reverend John Wesley, whom followers consider as the most significant leader of early Methodism, had much contact with Ireland.
Essential Practice Point 1
Census 2006 indicated that the Methodist Church increased its membership by just over 20% between 2002 and 2006, registering 12,160 members in 2006. The Methodist Church is the sixth largest (stated) religious affiliation in the Irish State. Members are from Ireland, England and North America, and recent growth has largely been from new communities including Africa.
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