Welcome! Whether you have been to St John’s hundreds of times before, or this is your first visit, you are so welcome! It is great to have you with us! We strive to be an inclusive church community for all people, made up of different ages and backgrounds. We open ourselves to God in word and sacrament, enriched by the music of the Anglican choral tradition. We care deeply about serving the local community, offering support groups, social events, community projects, and more. Find out what is going in our church and local community this week, and how you can be involved! Speak to someone or get in touch using the contact details, if you would like more information or have any questions. We are here to help!
Parish News
Ember Cards – These are cards where those being ordained ask for prayer. At the back of church, do take one of Liz’s for her ordination as deacon, and one of Will’s for his ordination to priesthood, as we pray for them and their ministries.
Service Live-Streaming – During July and August we will be reducing the amount of services that we live-stream. Unfortunately our team isn’t quite big enough to cover all the services over the summer. We apologise to everyone who watches online. If logging into a computer doesn’t fill you with terror, then we’d love to hear from you as streaming some of the services really is that simple, particularly the 8am! Please contact Sam Davies if you feel you could help particularly for one or two Sundays over the summer.
Car Park Reminder – A reminder that if you use our car park that you need to enter your car registration into the portal at the entrance of the church building or the Parish Hall, or through the QR codes on posters. If you don’t do this, the external company could issue you a fine! You can also find links to input your registration here: https://loughtonchurch.org.uk/information /where-is-st-johns/
Foodbank – We are so grateful for your donations, but we continue to need them! If it is more convenient for you, donations can be made through the online platform Give Today where items you purchase are delivered to us within a week. Or, when you are able to, please continue to leave items in the box in the church porch. The things we need don’t change much: tinned meat, fish, fruit & veg, coffee, tea, instant mash, UHT milk and juice, toiletries, toothpaste, toothbrushes, pet food. THANK YOU ALL!
Vocal Coaching with Lily Barker – I offer one-to-one vocal coaching for students interested in Classical, Musical Theatre, and Pop. Whether you're preparing for a performance, building technique, or exploring your voice, sessions are tailored to suit your goals. Recently graduated in Music from King’s College London, with vocal training from The Royal Academy of Music. To book a session: call 07759 559811 or email lilybarkervocalcoaching@gmail.com
Parish Events Monday Community Coffee & Chat – Drop in from 11am-12pm for a cuppa and chat every Monday in the Parish Hall! All are welcome to join us!
Bell Ringing Practice – We’re so glad the bell ringing group is growing! Join them! Tuesdays from 7.30pm in the Bell Tower. Details on posters in the porch.
“Sing a New Song!” – Our children’s choir continues to run throughout Summer on Thursdays, singing from 4.30-5.30pm! Note: There will be no choir sessions on 31st July and 21st August. Speak to Will for details. More information and FAQs here: www.loughtonchurch.org.uk/get involved/childrens-choir/
No Choir Practices – The choir are on summer break, returning in Sept!
Flow & Roam Restorative Sound Bath – 3rd August, 7pm. Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/loughton-st-johns-church-restorative-sound bath-tickets-1491600560429?aff=oddtdtcreator
Will’s Priesting – After Will’s ordination as priest at 10.30am at St John’s (limited seats), he will celebrate his First Mass at 2.30pm on Saturday 27th September followed by food and drink. Then, on Sunday 28th, Will shall preside at the 9.30am and 11.30am services for the first time. Everyone is welcome to come and celebrate at any of these services! You’ll find prayer cards at the back of church.
Harvest Barn Dance 2025 – On Saturday 4th October we'll be enjoying a 2 course meal and then dancing to live music by the fantastic ceilidh and folk band Spring Heeled Jacks. This is a fantastic evening and great for all ages, friends and families. Tickets: Adults £16, Children £7.50. Includes a 2 course meal and all booking fees. Book early as our last event sold out! Buy them here (QR code to come): https://bit.ly/3GbFz0N
Contact Details Rev’d Chris Davies (Day off: Friday) rector.stjohnsloughton@gmail.com | 020 8508 2912 Rev’d Barbara Read (Day off: Monday and Friday) revbarbararead@talktalk.net | 01992 679375 Rev’d Will Rose-Moore (Day off: Friday) revdwillrm@gmail.com | 07858 858975 Parish Office – Sammy Alder (Monday-Friday, 9am-1pm) loughton.church@outlook.com | 020 8532 0060 Social Media – Keep in touch with us online. You can find us on Facebook and Instagram @StJohnsLoughton. Give us a follow and make sure to tag us in your posts, pictures, and stories of your time spent at church – we’d love to see them and share them, where possible. You can find us on our website www.loughtonchurch.org.uk. The notices are also available via email, just ask.
Live-Streaming – We are pleased that we are able to livestream all our services on St John’s Loughton YouTube, whether you want to tune in live on a Sunday morning or catch up later on @StJohnsLoughton.
Safeguarding – We are committed to the safeguarding of children, young people, and adults, following Church of England guidance and policies. For more information, please speak to our Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO) on 07351 422153 or look at the safeguarding pages on the Chelmsford Diocese website.
Giving – If you would like to donate to the mission, ministry, and community outreach of our church, we would prefer you to make a regular or one-off donation with Gift Aid through the Parish Giving Scheme, which you can access using the QR code below. Alternatively, there is a contactless machine at the back of church or a box or tray for cash. Thank you for your donation!