Monday 3 August | 2:30-4:30 PM

Have you experienced the loss of someone close to your heart? Grief can feel heavy, but you don’t have to carry it alone. Compassion Through Loss is a peer-led support group offering a safe, gentle space to share, listen, and reflect together, at St John’s Community Hall, Sylvan Road, SE19 2RX.

You are welcome, just as you are.

Thursday 6 August | 7:30 PM

The Transfiguration is one of the miracles of Jesus reported in the Gospels and is unique in that it happens to Christ himself. Join us for a Mass on Thursday, 6 August, at 7:30 PM to be reminded why it is such a pivotal moment in our relationship with God.

Saturday 15 August | 10 AM

Join us for a solemn yet joyful High Mass as we honour Mary, the Mother of God.

Though the Assumption is not described in the New Testament, the theme of Mary’s death and her being taken into Heaven has been a powerful subject in Christian art and devotion since the Middle Ages. The significance of the Assumption, that Mary was taken up body and soul, lies in the belief that her whole being is glorified, offering a glimpse of the promise of eternal life for all humanity.

We hope you will be able to join us.

Sunday 6 September | After Mass

Join us on Sunday 6 September after Mass for our Sunday Parish lunch. A time to connect with fellow parishioners. Everyone is warmly welcome!

Monday 17th – Friday 21st August 2026

We are excited to announce that Youth Group Residential 2026 will take place at the Summit Centre in South Wales.

This action-packed week is designed for young people to enjoy canoeing, caving, hill walking, sports, campfires, worship, and plenty of fun, friendship, and food!

Saturday 19 September

St John’s is participating in Open House this year and will be running guided tours of the building on 19 September.

Bookings open on 19 August, but you can see the variety of events planned in the area here.

We would also welcome volunteers to support the tours. If you can help, please email the volunteers co-ordinator at volunteering@sjun.org.uk

Saturday 17 October

Save the date — our Black History Month Concert is coming! Stay tuned for more details.

Saturday 21 November | 1-5 PM

🎄 Save the date for our Christmas Market! Enjoy a wonderful Christmas market with over 50 local exhibitors, delicious seasonal food, and plenty of unique Christmas gifts to discover. A great way to begin the Christmas season and support our local community.

Spring 2027

We're considering organising a bike ride from St John's to Brighton in Spring 2027, in support of St John's and TLG – the charity that runs alongside our Messy Meals programme.

Don't worry if you're not up for the full distance – there will be options to join for just part of the route, and we'd love to see younger members of our community get involved too! We'll be keeping the route nice and flat, so no need to be a pro!