Kids & Youth
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.
There is something going on for everyone at the 10:30am Sunday morning service at St John’s!
Little Lambs
For those from birth until the start of Pre-School. Little Lambs 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.
Stepping Stones
For children in Pre-School and Reception. Stepping Stones happens in the upstairs lounge where children engage with Bible stories through play, story-telling, crafts, games and songs.
Explorers
For children in school years 4-6. Explorers 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.
Climbers
For children in school years 1-3. Climbers 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, explore a Bible story, do a craft, and have a snack.
Young People
Our young people have a new Youth Minister, Jon Lake, who is excited to get to know everyone and see what God has in store for them!
The young people (those in secondary school) have a dedicated meeting place in the AJ Hall in the churchyard.
Pathfinders, their Sunday youth group, is on during the 10:30am service every Sunday.
You can learn more about all that’s on offer for young people here.
