Groups

We have several groups at Temple that meet regularly over the year offering talks and activities which are are open to all. For further information about any of our groups, please email enquiries@templetaunton.uk

Thursday Afternoon Group

Meet on the third Thursday each month at 2.30pm at Temple, open to everyone.
The next meeting will be on Thursday 21st with a talk by Andrew Janes.

See Notices for details on upcoming events.

SALT (Socialising And Learning Together)

Organised trips and events throughout the year, open to everyone.
See Notices for details on upcoming events.

2026 Programme

March: Crafty Afternoon: Saturday 21st March 3-5:30pm. An afternoon making Easter crafts with light refreshments
April: Visit to Clark’s Shoe Museum, Street: Friday 7th April. With the possibility of a behind the scene tour
May: Visit to the Avalon Marshes Centre: Saturday 30th May. Including Avalon Archaeology reconstructions and neolithic Sweet Track
June: Boat trip and/or walk and cream tea: Saturday 13th June. Trip on the Duchess of Cocklemoor at Langport,
combined with a walk on the Parrett Trail or Muchelney Pottery with cream tea
July: Guided  Tour of Hinkley Point: Wednesday 1st July. Coach trip around the construction site. Necessary to pre-book and provide ID.
Games Afternoon and BBQ: (TBC) A relaxed afternoon in the garden with games and a BBQ
August: Cream Tea and Train Shed: Saturday 8th August. A visit to the Robertsons in the Brendon Hills
Visit to Children's Hospice South West: Monday 10th August.
September: Operation Christmas Child: (TBC) A soup and pudding evening
followed by packing Christmas present boxes to be sent to children abroad
October: Temple Quiz Night: (TBC) A fun evening of quizzing at Temple
November: Wine Tasting: (TBC) An enjoyable evening trying different wines
December: Christmas Afternoon Tea: (TBC) The “traditional” afternoon tea before the Carol Service

2026 Programme

January: Next Slide Please… : An evening to bring and share your holiday photos
February: Planning Meeting

Methodist Women in Britain (MWiB)

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The butterfly image used for MWiB represents aspects of our Christian belief

The life cycle of the butterfly has four distinct stages:

• The egg: Jesus still offers new life to all who believe in him.(John 3: 1 – 8)

• The caterpillar: As we feed on the Word of God we grow as disciples. (2 Timothy 3: 15 – 17)

• The chrysalis: Prayer is the powerhouse for the Christian who waits on the Lord. (Ephesians 3: 16)

• The butterfly: A symbol of resurrection, new life in Christ, freedom and perfection (2 Corinthians 5: 17)

The Story of the Butterfly. One day a young woman came across a chrysalis and saw that it was just beginning to open. She decided to help the emerging butterfly on its way and so prised open the chrysalis. The butterfly emerged but its wings could never function. It had needed the time of struggle in order for the wings to be fully formed. We are sometimes tempted to try and force God’s hand. In our impatience, we forget that we learn through perseverance.

Creator God, who delights in beauty and sees potential within each of us; we thank you for opportunities of a fresh start, a new beginning. We hunger for your Word, your life in us. We wait upon you now, trusting you to create in us the exquisite being you intend. Set us free to glorify your name. Amen

Drop by the Well – a place to come and enjoy and share

There is something ancient and enduring about women coming together – in kitchens, around sickbeds, in churches – and at WELLS… Stories are shared; life is shared.
We gather; we share; we connect.
[Interesting fact: The word ‘gossip’ comes from the Old English godsibb, a compound of ‘god’ and ‘sibb’ (relative/kin) - a trusted friend – so conversation is so much more than ‘catching up’: it is repair and strength, wisdom and healing, power and load-sharing, laughter and caring.]
Texting isn’t the same as sitting together. Around the well, we gather and we listen.
So Methodist Women in Britain in the Circuit invites you to join us at the well for BRUNCH at Lisieux Way Church between 10.00 and 12.00 noon on Saturday 2 May. Parking available. The event is free, but donations welcome, of course.
We will eat and talk, and enjoy discussions, art, crafts – or just the best sort of gossip – and we will leave refreshed…
Please note that although this brunch is arranged by MWiB, it is open to ALL - DO JOIN US. Further details can be had from Elaine Banks

Also there will be a MiWB weekend at Lee Abbey from 8th to the10th May. Go to the Lee Abbey website for more information and details about the programme, accommodation prices and booking.

All are welcome.

Elaine Banks

Walking Groups - Temple Trekkers and Temple Plodders

The Temple Trekkers usually meet most Monday mornings for a walk of between 5 and 7 miles. Recent walks have included a walk from Blue Anchor to Dunster (and back).
Lifts can be arranged if you fancy joining us now the weather is improving.

There is now a newer group – Temple Plodders – who walk a shorter distance (up to about 4 miles) and afterwards some members usually find a garden centre or tea room for a cup of coffee or a light lunch and continue the conversations.

All are welcome to walk with either group.

If this is something you might be interested in, have a word with Graham or Tony, or email enquiries@templetaunton.uk