United Methodist Church Of Westlake Village

Send us a textJohn Wesley's disciplined approach to faith created a movement that continues to influence millions of Christians worldwide today. His journey from Oxford professor to founder of Methodism reveals how personal faith experience shaped an entire denomination.• Wesley's "Directions for Singing" reveal his intense, methodical personality and high expectations• At Oxford, Wesley and his brother Charles formed "holy clubs" focused on prayer, scripture study, and accountability• During a storm at sea, Wesley observed Moravian Christians remaining calm while he felt fear, prompting spiritual questioning• Wesley's "heart strangely warmed" experience at Aldersgate marked his personal encounter with grace• He traveled approximately 250,000 miles in his lifetime, spreading his message throughout England• Wesley never advocated leaving the Anglican Church; Methodism became separate primarily due to the American Revolution• From 132,000 Methodists at his death in 1