Children and Families

We warmly welcome children and families to all our main services, and we also have some events designed especially for them.

Here is an overview of our programme of regular events for children and families.  Click on each section for more information. 

Family Service

One Sunday each month we have our Family Communion service with music led by the band and an all-age talk rather than our usual sermon. Refreshments for adults and children are served afterwards. There is no Sunday School during Family Communion as children and adults stay together for the whole service.

AllStars

AllStars is the St John's Sunday School, catering for children aged 3 to 11. We meet in the hall during the Sunday 10am service (except Family Service) and have songs, games, prayers and a Bible story. It's a fun way for us to learn more about God and the wonderful ways he helps us in our everyday lives. Under 3s can be looked after in our Creche.

4 O'Clock Church

Our informal afternoon service, featuring songs, games, craft and a Bible story, followed by a bring and share high tea for everyone.

Children's Holiday Club

Every February in half-term we run a children's Holiday Club. It is very popular and open to all children of primary school age, with older children serving as Junior Leaders.

Pathfinders

Young people aged between 11 and 16 are invited to join our Pathfinders group, which meets every fortnight for fun and Bible discussion.

Heroes Parent and Child Group

Plenty of toys, books, good company, storytime, songs and free coffee and cake make Heroes a great time for children and parents alike! Why not come and join us? Saturdays monthly.

Upcoming Children and Families' activities

  • Pathfinders

    17th November 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

    Pathfinders is our group for young people aged 11–18.

  • 4 O’Clock Church

    24th November 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

    Come and join Spencer and Frosty. Designed particularly with younger families in mind but everyone loves it!

  • Family Communion

    1st December 10:00 am – 11:00 am

    A great time for all ages. More informal, with the St John's band and an all-age talk.

  • All-Age Christmas Party

    1st December 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

    Heroes, AllStars and 4 O'Clock Church present a fabulous Christmas party for the whole family - hope you can join us!

  • Pathfinders

    1st December 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

    Pathfinders is our group for young people aged 11–18.

  • Heroes parent and child group

    7th December 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

    Plenty of toys, books, good company, storytime, songs and free coffee and cake make Heroes a great time for children and parents alike!

  • Christingle Service with Nativity Play

    8th December 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

    Come and join us this Christmas for traditional carols and the celebration of our Saviour's birth!

  • Carols around the Crib

    24th December 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

    Come and join us this Christmas for traditional carols and the celebration of our Saviour's birth! Booking for this service is strongly recommended.

  • Christmas Day Family Communion

    25th December 10:00 am – 11:00 am

    Come and celebrate Jesus' birth on Christmas morning. Joy for all ages!

  • Family Communion

    5th January 10:00 am – 11:00 am

    A great time for all ages. More informal, with the St John's band and an all-age talk.

  • 4 O’Clock Church

    12th January 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

    Come and join Spencer and Frosty. Designed particularly with younger families in mind but everyone loves it!

  • Pathfinders

    19th January 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

    Pathfinders is our group for young people aged 11–18.