St John's Church was consecrated in 1845.
Children ringing the school bell.
Get in touch with Canberra's early history!
St John's Church was consecrated in 1845.
St John’s Anglican Church (Consecrated in 1845), which dates back to the earliest days of European settlement in this area, is alive in the twenty-first century with people of all ages. We look forward to welcoming you to our worship, community life and other activities.
Worship service times
Sunday 14 August - Tenth Sunday after Pentecost
7.00am - Eucharist (1662 Book of Common Prayer)
8.00 am - Sung Eucharist
9.30 am - Sunday@9.30 for families and people of all ages incl. kids@church and Youth Group
6.00 pm - stjohns@6 for those who are looking for something a little different. MORE...
10 am - BCP Holy Communion
Go to What's On, Facebook, Weekly Newsletter or Contact Us. Because of Covid the Parish Office is open on Tuesdays and Thursdays 9.30 am -1.30 pm. MORE...
Sunday@9.30 is for families and people of all ages. We share the Eucharist (Holy Communion), enjoy the company of others and there are fun, Christ centred programs for children and youth.
The Book of Common Prayer (BCP) and the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible have nurtured Anglicans for over three hundred years in the Christian faith.
St John's is a popular destination for many couples, especially those requiring a more intimate worship space.
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The disruption of worship and other parish activities because of Covid-19 has had significant financial implications for the parish. MORE...
Hardship and setback can strike anyone—an unexpected crisis, the loss of a job, health problems, family breakdown and a number of other reasons. Our Centre is still open and we are here to help and support all people. Tel: 02 6248 7771
stjohns@6 is a Sunday evening church. While open to all, it is aimed at students and young professionals. Explore what being a disciple of Jesus is all about in the ocean of postmodern life.
Step back to the days of slate boards, slate pencils, blackboards, chalk and inkwells at the St John’s Schoolhouse Museum.
People are St John's. Get a sense of who we are by going to our PHOTO GALLERY...
Heritage Appeal Fund
Please consider supporting our National Trust - St John's Church Heritage Conservation Appeal Fund to assist with the upgrade and refurbishment of the heritage-listed precinct. Donations are tax-deductible. MORE...
St John's Precinct is an oasis in the heart of the Nation's capital. Looking for a church community? New to Canberra? You will find people here from all over Canberra. Come and see if St John's is a fit for you!