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  • Moriah Chapel, Llangefni, is also commonly known as 'Capel Coffa John Elias' (the John Elias Memorial Chapel). John Elias (1774-1841) is regarded as one of the most important Welsh Methodist preachers of his period. He was born in the parish of Aber-erch near Pwllheli, but is most commonly associated with Anglesey, where he lived and worked from 1799.
Plan of Moriah Chapel (Calvinistic Methodist), Llangefni
  • John Elias (1774-1841) is regarded as one of the most important Welsh Methodist preachers of his period. He was born in the parish of Aber-erch near Pwllheli, but is most commonly associated with Anglesey, where he lived and worked from 1799.
Sermon by the Methodist preacher John Elias (1774-1841) in his own hand, 15 April 1820 [image 1 of 3]
  • John Elias (1774-1841) is regarded as one of the most important Welsh Methodist preachers of his period. He was born in the parish of Aber-erch near Pwllheli, but is most commonly associated with Anglesey, where he lived and worked from 1799. In addition to his work as a preacher, Elias was renowned locally for his medical knowledge. He prepared his own medications which he sold at his wife's shop in Llanfechell.
Pestle and mortar of the Methodist preacher John Elias (1774-1841)
  • John Elias (1774-1841) is regarded as one of the most important Welsh Methodist preachers of his period. He was born in the parish of Aber-erch near Pwllheli, but is most commonly associated with Anglesey, where he lived and worked from 1799.
Seal of the Methodist preacher John Elias (1774-1841)