A NEW minister has arrived at Droitwich Methodist Church, all the way from Pretoria in South Africa.
Rev Gary Molver, who will hold the role for the next five years, said it was his dream to serve in a UK Methodist church ever since he and his wife Gail visited in 2008 for his eldest son’s wedding.
“The rest is history – save to say that the dream never faded, and two years ago now whilst enjoying a sabbatical I began enquiries which ultimately culminated in us being here today.”
Rev Molver said the hardest thing was saying goodbye to their four sons, daughters-in-law and six grandchildren.
“It is a great privilege to serve God, the Church (Methodist & larger) and society as a whole here in England, and specifically Droitwich Spa.”
He added they had received an overwhelmingly warm, friendly and kind welcome to Droitwich Methodist Church.
“We have been made to feel that we belong- despite our probably peculiar South African accents and quirks.
We have also in general found the people of Droitwich town to be warm and amenable, especially in the banks, shops and public services.
“Thank you to everyone who has contributed to this welcome.”
Visit www.droitwichspamethodistchurch.co.uk/ for more on Droitwich Methodist Church.