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.
Weekly Schedule (From January 2021)
Church Online
Monday: 9am – Morning Prayer
Tuesday: 5.40pm – Update, Reflection & Prayer
Wednesday: 9am – Morning Prayer
Thursday: 6pm – Prayers During the Pandemic
Sunday: 10am – All Family Worship (Full details below)
Sunday: 6pm – Prayers During the Pandemic
Upcoming Services
Due to the current COVID-19 Pandemic lockdown (January 2021) our Church Buildings are closed and all our worship will appear on-line on our Facebook page.
Sunday 17th January – 10am
WORSHIP with COMMUNION – Live stream from St James – Preacher Revd Alan Moss
Sunday 24th January – 10am
ALL FAMILY WORSHIP – Live stream from St Johns’ – Preacher Revd David Anderton
Sunday 31st January – 10am
ALL FAMILY WORSHIP – Recorded at St Thomas’, Noak Hill – Preacher Mrs Sarah Moss
Sunday 7th February – 10am
ALL FAMILY WORSHIP – Live stream from St James’ – Preacher Revd Geoff Clarke
Sunday 14th February – 10am
WORSHIP WITH COMMUNION – Live stream from St James’ – Preacher Revd Alan Moss
ASH WEDNESDAY 17th February – 7.30pm
HOLY COMMUNION WITH ASHING – Recorded at St Thomas’, Noak Hill – Preacher Revd David Anderton.
(In preparation for this you may want to create your own ash by carefully burning your Palm Cross
from last year and mixing with a little olive oil)
Sunday 21st February – 10am
WORSHIP WITH COMMUNION – Live stream from St James’ – Preacher Revd David Anderton
Sunday 28th February – 10am
MORNING WORSHIP – Live stream from St John’s – Preacher Mr Dan Sawyer
Key:
– Facebook Live
– Facebook Recorded Video
– Zoom Meeting
– Church of England Daily Prayer App
Recent News
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Churchyard closed to public access – Dates in December 2020
ADVANCE NOTICE OF TEMPORARY CLOSURE TO THE PUBLIC Due to COVID-19 restrictions this churchyard will be closed to public access on
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Sunday Service 6th December 10am on Facebook
Hi Folks, this Sunday we won’t be in St James’ for a live service but have Recorded Worship on our
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Christmas 2020 Events and Activities
As we approach Christmas Day we hope you are all able to experience something of the Peace of the Christ
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Revd. Geoff Clarke Ordination Reflection
Geoff Clarke was Ordained on the 12th September 2020 at Chelmsford Cathedral By the Bishop of Barking, Peter Hill. He
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.
Alan Moss
I have been a part of St James and St Johns since I was a teenager in 1994. I am now an Anglican Priest serving my curacy at St JJ and my amazing wife Sarah is currently training to become an Anglican vicar as well! J&J's is, and always will be, my home and my family… And you are all welcome too!
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.
Verity Collins
I’ve been Administrator since September 2012 and it’s the best job I’ve ever had, a real blessing, privilege & pleasure.
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.
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.
Contact Us
The church office is staffed Monday 9am to 1pm & Wednesday 9am to 1pm term time. During school holidays the office is staffed Wednesdays only, 9am till 5pm. If you believe you have left an item of personal property at either St James or St John’s Church or Halls please contact Verity in the Parish Office on Mondays or Wednesdays, and she will try and unite you with your missing item. Amen.