Safeguarding
The PCC has adopted the Church of England’s policies and practice guidance on safeguarding which may be found on the Church of England’s website: www.churchofengland.org/more/safeguarding. Our Parish Safeguarding Officer is Annie, who may be contacted at Church or by email: psr@jamesandjohn.org.uk or through the Parish Office on 01708 721 310.
Upcoming Events
Please note:
- Our services will start at the later time of 10.30am from February.
- The first Sunday of the month services will be café style church @ St James’.
- There will be a Communion service at St James’ Church on the first Thursday of the month at 9.45am. This will then be followed by ‘come in for a cuppa’ at 10.30am.
- Bedtime Prayers, which is held on the third Friday of the month at 6pm at the Vicarage.
MAY
Sunday 1st May – St James’ Church – café church
Thursday 5th May – Communion service at St James’ at 9.45am, followed by ‘come in for a cuppa’ at 10.30am.
Sunday 8th May – St John’s Church – worship with holy communion
The Annual Parochial Church Meeting will be held on Sunday 8th May at the end of the morning service
Sunday 15th May – St James’ Church – worship with holy communion
Sunday 22nd May – St John’s Church – morning worship
Sunday 29th May – Joint service with St Thomas’, Noak Hill
JUNE
Thursday 2nd June – Communion service at St James’ at 9.45am, followed by ‘come in for a cuppa’ at 10.30am.
Thursday 2nd June – Jubilee Thanksgiving Service at St John’s at 8pm, followed by lighting of a beacon.
Sunday 5th June – Habcos Party on the Green on Sunday 5th June at 2.00pm.
Tuesday 7th June – Vicarage Kingdom Group
Sunday 5th June – St James’ Church – café church
Sunday 12th June – St John’s Church – worship with holy communion
Tuesday 14th June – Vicarage Kingdom Group
Sunday 19th June – St James’ Church – worship with holy communion
Sunday 26th June – St John’s Church – morning worship
JULY
3rd July – 10.30am Parade family service at St James’
5th July – Vicarage Kingdom Group
10th July – 10.30am Worship with Holy Communion at St John’s
17th July – 10.30am Worship with Holy Communion at St James’
19th July – Vicarage Kingdom Group
24th July – 10.30am Morning Worship at St John’s
31st July – 10.30am Joint Service at St James’
AUGUST
Sunday 7th August – All Family Worship – St James’
Sunday 14th August – Worship with Holy Communion – St John’s
Sunday 21st August – Worship with Holy Communion – St James’
Sunday 28th August – All Family Worship – St John’s
SEPTEMBER
Sunday 4th September – 8.00am Holy Communion – St John’s
Sunday 4th September – Café Church – St James’
Sunday 11th September – Worship with Holy Communion – St John’s
Sunday 18th September – Worship with Holy Communion – St James’
10am Saturday 24th September – MacMillan coffee morning at St John’s church hall.
Sunday 25th September – All Family Worship – St John’s
OCTOBER
Harvest service with parade on Sunday 2nd October.
Weekly Recurring Schedule
Monday: 9am – Morning Prayer
Tuesday: 6pm – Update, Reflection & Prayer
Wednesday: 9am – Morning Prayer
Sunday: 10.30am – All Family Worship
Key:
– Live in-Person
– Facebook Live
– Facebook Recorded Video
– Zoom Meeting
– Church of England Daily Prayer App
Recent News
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Macmillan Cancer Support Total Contribution for 2021
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Revd. Geoff Clarke Ordination Reflection
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A Welcome Message from Revd David Anderton
Ephesians 4:1-3 – New Revised Standard Version Paul writes: ‘I therefore, the prisoner in the Lord, beg you to lead
What we believe
Here at the Church of St James and St John we live by the desire to follow God’s vision for our community.
“For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life.”
John 3:16
Who's who
Rev David Anderton
Church guv'nor. Lovely guy.
Geoff Clarke
I have been a member of St James and Johns since the early 90's. I have twice been a church warden and my role is now Assistant Curate.
Giving
Church of England churches are entirely self-financing. The Parish of St James and St Johns operates because of the generosity and commitment of its members funding our worship and our work.
Contact Us
If you believe you have left an item of personal property at either St James or St John’s Church or Halls please contact the Parish Office.
Vicky
St James/St Johns is part of my family. It has been a place where I can be myself, share my joys and be supported in times of need. There is always someone to pray with you and encourage you. It really is home.
Emily
I grew up in the church and now attend with my family! We love the people and that they are of all ages. I’m so thankful to have this place and church family, they have been a constant in my life and I have the support around me that I need when I need it.
David
We were warmly welcomed into the J&J's family from day one. We have made friends for life, of whom we all share the same beliefs and values.