One of the biggest environmental impacts we make is in the stuff we buy. Everything we own was at some point mined or grown, refined, manufactured, assembled, and probably shipped across the world multiple times. And then, when we’re done with it, we throw it out, and it either gets buried in landfill or Read more
October 31 • 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM A free fun-filled alternative Halloween party with crafts, games, a mini disco and a meal together to enjoy. Ages 3 – 9 (Year 4) Come along to our Alternative Halloween Party at St John the Baptist! Ticket required via Eventbrite website. Ages Read more
This image captures God’s glory and connects to the book of Genesis through deep theological ideas. The glass-like water mirrors the mountains, reflecting creation’s beauty, vastness, and perfection (Genesis 1:31). The clear skyline and stone structures display divine order and majesty, highlighting the power and stability in scriptures. The still Read more
Our Sunday Club Pathfinders group recently looked at the hope we have in Jesus. Through discussion, creative activities and a thought-provoking poem, the young people (11-18 yr olds) explored Matthew 9:9–18. This passage includes the calling of Matthew, and how a synagogue leader asked Jesus to bring his daughter back Read more
Many of you will have spotted two new furry friends around church lately, peeking into the church hall or St John’s rooms. Puck and Ariel are our new(ish) Vicarage cats and they have been busily exploring ever since they were allowed to go outside in the spring. Puck (tuxedo cat) Read more
On Saturday 11 July, St John’s Church warmly welcomed the community to its annual Summer Fete. The event featured a delightful range of stalls, including toys, books, plants, crafts, gifts, and an array of homemade cakes. Visitors of all ages enjoyed a host of activities such as tombola, lucky dip, Read more
Turning left, my friend Simon checked the map, took a bearing, and we headed off the path, towards our campsite. “Keep your eye on that big boulder,” he said. It was right in front of us. We walked in a straight line. I looked up, and the boulder had moved! Read more