Welcome to St John’s Hyde Park
We are delighted that you have chosen to join our community today, especially if you are joining us for the first time. For those who have come as a family with young children, Kids’ Club meets during the service in the Parish Hall. Further information about St John’s can be found on our web site: www.stjohns-hydepark.com.
St John’s, like the Hyde Park Estate, wants to be part of a dog-friendly community. We welcome people to bring their dogs with them to church but we ask that they are mindful of the need for dogs not to disturb others at worship. If your furry friend begins to bark or to feel uncomfortable, please do feel free to take him or her for a walk outside.
Children and Young Families
We are pleased to have families with children as members of our congregation. Kids’ Club meets this morning in the hall with Red Balloon – the children go out after the Collect and re-join their families in time for communion. Toilets with changing facilities are available near the entrance of the church.
St John’s Celebrates
the Coronation of HM King Charles III
We give thanks for Coronation of Charles III this morning with a festival service. The mass setting will be Mozart’s Coronation Mass. The choir will be accompanied by strings, woodwind, trumpets and percussion. The service will be followed by a fizz reception outdoors on the forecourt, weather permitting, and a Big Lunch in church.
The Big Coronation Lunch
Following the service St John’s will undergo a magical transformation into a regal dining room. Drinks and canapés will be served outdoors on the forecourt, weather permitting. Inside, Andre and his team will set up and prepare tables to seat 80. Volunteers to help will be very much appreciated. Lunch will be served buffet-style in the south aisle at around 12.30pm: your finest British ham, with pork pies and coronation chicken, followed by British desserts such as apple crumble, fruit salad, fruit fool and summer pudding. Tea & coffee follow along with a selection of superb English cheeses and port.
Sung Eucharist for Ascension, 18th May, 6pm
The Ascension, coming 40 days after Christ’s resurrection, is the culmination of Easter, the season in which we celebrate the stories of the risen Christ. This year Ascension falls on Thursday 18th May and we will celebrate it with a choral eucharist at 6pm. The choir will sing Haydn’s Missa Brevis Sancti Joannis de Deo mass setting and the anthem will be Rutter’s I Am with You Always.
Whitsun Carols, 21st May, 6pm
A unique musical service concluding our annual cycle of carol services which tell the events of the Christian year. At Whitsun Carols we commemorate the events from Easter to Pentecost, with readings and musical selections from the choir and guest musicians. The service will feature music by Mascagni, Anderson-Lopez, Gounod, Rutter and John Williams. A seasonal reception of Pimms and cucumber sandwiches will follow.
You Know You Want to…
Do you get goosebumps/pimples listening to the opening hymn performed by our wonderful musicians while watching the Servers dutifully process up the centre aisle? Have you ever wondered what you would look like donning a hooded white alb? Are you interested in washing the Vicar’s hands with holy water before communion? If the answer is yes to any of these questions (or, even if you’re not sure), it’s time for you to become an Acolyte! No experience is required and we will be holding a training/refresher session in the coming months following the 10:00 am service. If you have any questions, please feel free to email our newly appointed Head Server, Bryan Stephens at bryan.m.stephens@gmail.com.
Giggles and Gossip
Thursdays, 9.30-11am
Giggles & Gossip, a playgroup for parents with babies and toddlers, meets on Thursday mornings. There will be soft play available and the club will also consist of crafts and a story time for the parents and children to take part in.
After School Group
Thursdays, 3.30-5pm
This group is for school children between reception and year six. Children will play drama, lead games and explore biblical stories. This is being organised through our local CofE Primary School, St James & St John. Please contact the school for further information or to register your child.
