TERCENTENARY OF BIRTH OF JOHN WESLEY

Early day motion 1422, tabled 17 June 2003 by Meg Munn (Labour/Co-operative). Signed by 79 members.

That this House congratulates the Methodist Church on its celebration of the tercentenary of the birth of John Wesley, born 17th June 1703, in Epworth, North Lincolnshire, renowned preacher and leader of the 'Methodist revival'; values his enormous contribution to the awakening of spiritual and social values in individuals and communities throughout the world; and further compliments the Methodist Church on its innovative website, www.wesley2003.org.uk.

Signatures by party: Labour 59, Liberal Democrat 7, Labour/Co-operative 6, Conservative 4, DUP 2, UUP 1.