St John the Evangelist
Church of England
St John the Evangelist welcomes Christians and those who seek to understand Christianity in the Ashton-under-Lyne area. Our aim is to make contact with and encourage others to join us in our life-enhancing Christian journey.
St John the Evangelist at Ashton-under-Lyne, Greater Manchester is a friendly Christian community where we welcome others to join us in our worship and service to God. Our emphasis is on learning and understanding the Bible and following the example of Jesus and his followers.
The vision of St John the Evangelist is to make an impact for God, here in Ashton-under-Lyne, Greater Manchester by helping people understand the enriching messages of eternal hope given to us by Jesus Christ through His words and deeds. Come just as you are - we'd love to get to know you better.
Service Times
Sunday
Said Eucharist
Every Sunday at 8:30 AM for ½ hour
Eucharist Service
Every first second third and fifth Sunday at 10:00 AM for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Family Eucharist
Family Eucharist with Blessing and Thanksgiving for the birth of a child.
Every fourth Sunday at 10:00 AM for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Baptism Service
Every fourth Sunday at 12:00 PM for ¾ hour
Monday
Choir Practice
A chance to join our church choir or just come along to enjoy singing hymns and other church music.
Every Monday at 4:15 PM for 1 hour
Rainbows
Activities and fun for girls aged 5-7yrs during term times
Every Monday at 5:30 PM for 1 hour
Brownies
Activities and fun for girls aged 7-10yrs during term times
Every Monday at 6:00 PM for 1½ hours
Tuesday
Office Hour
Church members welcome all enquiries about our church, future events and bookings for Weddings, Blessings & Thanksgiving for the birth of a child, Baptisms. Enquiries or bookings can be made in person or by detailed and signed written request to the Vicar.
Every Tuesday at 10:00 AM for 1 hour
Said Eucharist
Every Tuesday at 7:00 PM for ½ hour
Wednesday
Hurst Junior Choristers
Junior Choristers (min age 8yrs) sing together, in parts and solos in preparation for future church events, plus work to complete exercises in reading and writing music, working towards their next RSCM awards.
The Choristers take part in our services on the second Sunday of every month, plus celebratory services in the church year.
Every Wednesday at 4:00 PM for 1 hour
Thursday
Said Eucharist
Every Thursday at 10:00 AM for ½ hour
Thursday Club
Social club for the more mature members of our community proving refreshments and a chance to meet and chat. Regular activities including outings, talks and demonstrations - small entry fee.
Every first Thursday at 1:00 PM for 2 hours
Little Footsteps Toddler Group
Learning and fun for toddlers - must be accompanied by parent/guardian. Meet during term time. NB 1st Thursday of every month meeting is at Hurst Methodist Church.
Every second third fourth and fifth Thursday at 1:00 PM for 1½ hours
Office Hour
Church members welcome all enquiries about our church, future events and bookings for Weddings, Blessings & Thanksgiving for the birth of a child, Baptisms. Enquiries or bookings can be made in person or by detailed and signed written request to the Vicar.
Every Thursday at 7:00 PM for 1 hour
Saturday
Coffee Morning
Friends of St John's Church welcome everyone to their Coffee Morning - enjoy a chat over a drink and good food, including toasted teacakes, bacon butties and corned beef hash! Every 3rd Saturday. Bring your friends too! 50p entrance fee includes cup of tea/coffee and a biscuit.
Every third Saturday at 10:00 AM for 2 hours
Location
Kings Road, Hurst, Ashton-under-Lyne
Ashton-under-Lyne
Greater Manchester
United Kingdom
OL6 8EZ
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