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News & Events

Added 16/12/21
Added 14/11/21
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COFFEE MORNING

Tuesday 13 May, 10am - 12noon at St John's Centre.  Tea, Coffee and cake (no charge but donations welcome).  All welcome.  

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NEW 'CHATTY BENCH'

Have you noticed the new bench outside the Centre?  Were you born or raised in Swalecliffe? Join us for the opening of the 'Chatty Bench'.  Click below to read more

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FOSJ QUIZ NIGHT

Saturday 29 March, doors open 6pm, first question at 6.30pm.  Tickets are £5pp (children under 5 go free.  Contact Jane to book a table or join one.

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START

Got questions about life and the Christian faith?  In the New Year we will running a 6-session Start course,. Why not join us? For more info contact Jane Myhill.

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GARDEN PROJECT

We are fortunate to have some land next to the Rectory that we can use for outdoor activities.  This could be used for fetes, community events, holiday...

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2023 ANNUAL REPORT

A copy of St John's Church Annual Report Book is now available to read by clicking on the button below.  Please do have a look.

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KNITTERS NEEDED!

St John's Prayer Shawls Knitting (and crocheting!) Group has resumed, on 1st and 3rd Wednesdays, at St John's Centre.  Find out more below...

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CONVERSATIONS...

Recognising Jesus in our lives is completely transforming - just listen to Vicky!  To see Vicky's video and learn more click the button below.

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FARESHARE

FareShare is now available TWICE a week!  Every Tuesday and Friday it will be outside St John's Centre.  See more...

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VE 80TH ANNIVERSAY

Saturday 10 May.  St John's will be open from 11am - 3pm with a display of hand-crafted poppies, activities for children and refreshments.  All welcome.

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EXPERIENCE EASTER

Drop into St John's on Maundy Thursday, 2 - 3pm, to find out about the mysteries of Easter.   All welcome.  Suitable for all ages, no charge.  

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QUIET TIME WITH GOD

Starting Monday 10 March then every Monday until 7 April at 4.30pm in At Johns Centre.  No need to do anything, just come and be...

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NEW! LAUNCH COURSE

A new course for young people aged 10-14 to explore Christianity.  To find out more click below or email Jane Myhill at jane.myhill@btinternet.com

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CELEBRATION PHOTOS

Click below to see some photos from the lovely time we all shared together at our Coronation Celebrations.    Thank you to all who came.

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WARM SPACE FINISHES

We have decided to rest Warm Space for the time being.  We have served many hot lunches and welcomed new faces over the Winter.  We'll be back!

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CHATTERBOX RETURNS

Chatterbox Baby & Toddler Group has resumed on Friday mornings (term time) at St John's Centre.  Cost 50p per person, includes drink and snack. 

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NEW DOORS

The refurbishment and hanging of the inner doors in church is now complete and we are very pleased with them.  The church should be warmer now!

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ECO CHURCH

What is Eco Church and how does it affect us at St John's?  Could you be our Eco Champion?  Read more about this exciting new initiative.

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ANNUAL REPORT 2025

The ADCM for St John's Church is on 1 May 2025 at 7pm and all are very welcome to attend.  Click below to read our annual report.

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CHILDRENS' ACTIVITIES

St John's has some fun Easter events coming up for children and families and we hope you can join us.  Click below to find out more.  All welcome. 

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NEW YOUTH MINISTER

We are very pleased to announce the exciting appointment of our new part-time Youth Minister, Emma Rafferty.  Find out more below...

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LOOK & LEARN

We're holding some sessions to look at short Bible passages over a cup of tea.  3pm - 415pm at St John's Centre. For dates click below..  

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CORONATION CHAMP!

We are thrilled that Jack Dale, a valued member of our church family, has been selected as one of the 500 Coronation Champions!

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COFFEE BREAK

Our popular and friendly Coffee Break runs every Tuesday, 10am - 12noon at St John's Centre.  All welcome!  Leam more below.

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AFTERSCHOOL CLUB!

Blast! is our popular weekly social afterschool club for children aged 5 - 11.   Lots to do and enjoy!  Click below to learn more.  

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OFFICE OPEN

The office at St John's Centre is open for enquiries every Tuesday morning between 9:00am - 1:00pm.  Please call in for a chat!

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SOCIAL MEDIA

Remember to access our Facebook page and view our YouTube channel for regular updates, streamed services and more.

St John's Parish Church, Swalecliffe Court Drive, Swalecliffe, Whitstable, Kent CT5 2LZ

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