Aldersgate Flame, London

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Photo © Holly Hayes.

John Wesley (1703-1791) was a minister in the Church of England and the founder of Methodism.

Theologically, Wesley emphasized free will along with predestination and faith along with works. Spiritually, he encouraged a life of prayer, Bible study, and charity work. Today, there are as many as 70 million Methodists worldwide.

On Aldersgate Street in London is a bronze memorial Methodist Flame and plaque (1981) commemorating John Wesley's conversion experience on this site on May 24, 1738. Wesley described his conversion in his journal:

Wesley's description of his experience is reproduced from the first edition of journal onto the memorial.

Quick Facts on the Aldersgate Flame

Site Information
Names:	Aldersgate Flame; Aldersgate Flame, London; John Wesley's Conversion Place Memorial
City:	London
Country:	England
cat:	Historical Sites
faith:	Christianity; Methodist
Status:	monument
Visitor and Contact Information
Location:	London, England
Coordinates:	51.517675° N, 0.096264° W (view on Google Maps)
Lodging:	View hotels near this location

Note: This information was accurate when first published and we do our best to keep it updated, but details such as opening hours can change without notice. To avoid disappointment, please check with the site directly before making a special trip.

Map of the Aldersgate Flame

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More Information

Map of Wesley Sites in London - Wesley's Chapel
Methodist Heritage in Southern England - Methodist Heritage
Aldersgate Flame, London - Go Historic
Photos of Aldersgate Flame - here on Sacred Destinations

Article Info

Title:	Aldersgate Flame, London
Author:	Holly Hayes
Last updated:	08/26/2009
Permalink:	www.sacred-destinations.com/england/london-aldersgate-conversion-site
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