Methodism identifies principally with the theology of John Wesley—an Anglican priest and evangelist. This evangelical movement originated as a revival within the 18th-century Church of England and became a separate Church following Wesley's death. Because of vigorous missionary activity, the movement spread throughout the British Empire, the United States, and beyond, today claiming approximately 80 million adherents worldwide. Originally it appealed especially to workers, agricultural workers, and slaves. COUNT 5
QSN1 Who was the inspiration for Methodism? ANS1 John Wesley QSN2 Who did Methodism originally attract? ANS2 workers, agricultural workers, and slaves QSN3 What was John Wesley's occupation? ANS3 Anglican priest QSN4 How many Methodists are there in the world today? ANS4 approximately 80 million QSN5 How did the Methodist movement spread so far and wide? ANS5 vigorous missionary activity