Children & Families

February Family News!

February Family News!

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There is something going on for everyone at the 10:30am Sunday morning service at St John’s!

Every month, on the first Sunday, we all start together in the service. Then children aged 3-11 have a special gathering in the Upper Lounge. If you have children under 3, we offer a self-service crèche. On the other Sundays, we begin together in the main service and later divide into age-appropriate groups!

Our dedicated Kids team at St John's, led by Kat (Children and Families Minister), plans, prepares and leads these groups. These amazing volunteers, who have undergone DBS checks, share a common passion for nurturing children's faith and helping them grow in their knowledge of God.

Sparkle

For those from birth until they turn 4. Sparkle takes place in the church lounge on the left. These sessions are made up of time to play, a story and a craft. We do ask that you stay with your child for this session, but we have a screen showing the service. 

Ignite

For children aged 4 up to end of year 2. Ignite happens in the upstairs lounge where children engage with Bible stories through play, story-telling, crafts, games and songs.

Glow

For children in school years 3-6. Glow takes place in the Church Hall. We meet in the corridor between the main church and the lounge ready to walk to the hall together. Once there we chat, play games,  pray, explore a Bible story and then discuss how it can relate to our lives. 

Deanery School Admissions

Would all parents please remember to register your child each Sunday.  Whenever Sunday School is on, the leaders keep registers of children attending these groups. Please note that the Vicar and Churchwardens use these registers when they complete the “faith” section of the school forms. If you have any questions, please speak to the Vicar or a Churchwarden. It is important that parents are attending church with their children for the admission process.