Methodist leader and Bishop comment on modern challenges
Worshipers and the church are adapting to modern pressures.
That's the view of Leader of the Methodists on the Island Richard Hall.
He says buildings have been sold in recent times and congregation numbers have fallen along with a decline in tourism.
But Richard Hall says there are many other factors at play:
Bishop Peter Eagles says the value of a church building is more than just economic.
He says the situation is under constant review and congregation numbers play a part.
However, he believes other factors such as history and heritage have to be considered:
Tim Groves is the residential director of Black Grace Cowley.
He says sales of churches aren't commonplace, but still significant:
Tia Welsh took to the streets of Douglas and asked does the church still play an important part in people's lives:
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