Four more Methodist churches are set to close in the Bradford area. The Telegraph and Argus reports:
‘Bosses of the Airedale Methodist Circuit say the changes are "essential" if the Church is to retain a viable presence.’
A spokesman was duly quoted:
St James’ Church in the district of Church near Oswaldtwistle is now redundant, sadly. A strikingly working-class area where churchgoing might be deemed a rather unusual or eccentric pastime, I presume it could not sustain a congregation and justify keeping open its doors.
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Salem Chapel, Martin Top
near Rimington, Clitheroe, Lancashire BB7 4EG
Salem Congregational Chapel is a registered charity No. 252401 (England & Wales)
Sunday Worship 10.45am & 6.00pm