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 <answer>approximately 80 million</answer> adherents worldwide. Originally it appealed especially to workers, agricultural workers, and slaves.
How many Methodists are there in the world today?
approximately 80 million