Sundays

Music Group

An informal group of churchgoing musicians and singers who play in St John’s services. We play a mix of traditional hymns and modern worship.

When:
Sunday rehearsals before the 10 am service
Where: St John’s Church
Contact: Dayle Anderson

Choir

A group of singers who support the service through song.  Rehearsals are held Sundays at 9.30 am for the 10 am service and then again after the service until 12 noon. There is also a monthly practice on a Thursday evening.

When: 9:30 am-12 noon on Sundays
Where: St John’s Centre and Church
Contact: Eleanor Carter

Indonesian Group Church Service

A monthly service held in Bahasa Indonesian. Join us if you are interested in a church service in our first language.

When: monthly meeting
Where: St John’s Church
More info: Indonesian Church Service
Contact: Ino Pasullean

Souper Sundays

An opportunity to interact with others in the congregation. Groups are organised in batches alphabetically by surname so keep an eye out for your group and enjoy some delicious, hot, free soup and company together.

When: Once a month from May - Sept
Where: St John’s Centre
Cost: Free, but please bring something sweet to share together afterwards with tea and coffee
Contact: Marg Gilkison

St J’s Youth

Youth Group for Years 7-13. We’re a friendly group who don’t take ourselves too seriously. We love to chat, play mafia, throw a frisbee, and learn about God.

When: 6:30-8:30 pm Fridays and 10 am Sundays during term time
Where: St John’s Centre
More info: Youth Group
Contact: Hannah North

St J’s Kids

Friendly Sunday school programmes and crèche for children from 0 to 10 years with special events once a term.

When: 10-11:15 am Sundays during term time
Where: St John’s Centre
More info: St J’s Kids
Contact: Hannah North

 

Mondays

Craft & Coffee

Stitch and chat – we knit, embroider, quilt, applique, crochet, etc. Sewing machines welcome. Tea and coffee served.

When: 9:45-11:45 am on Mondays, fortnightly
Where: St John’s Centre
Contact: Lesley Shaw

 
 

Badminton and Table Tennis Club

A social sports group for people aged 14+. Equipment is provided.

When: 5.30-7.00pm Mondays
Where: St John’s Centre
Cost: $2, free for students
Contact: Kai or Samuel

Art & crafts group

An amateur art group consisting of people who like to create. Most paint or draw but those with other creative talents are very welcome. It’s free, so if you’d like to join, please get in touch.

When: 9:45-11:45 am on Mondays, fortnightly
Where: St John’s Centre
Contact: Gail West and Ian Garrett

 

Monday home group

A group that meets Mondays to study a book of the Bible or a theme chosen by the group. New members are always welcome, and we have members at a range of ages. Shared dinner from 7 pm and study from 7:30 pm.

When: 7-9 pm on Mondays
Where: Karori
Cost: $6 (if you’re joining for dinner)
Contact: David and Margaret Galt

Football group

A social football group for anyone 18+. Feel free to get in touch if you’d like to join or just show up on the night.

When: 7-8 pm every second Monday of the month
Where: St John’s Centre Gym
Contact: Ino Pasullean

 

Tuesdays - Thursdays

Fellowship Group

Speakers and lunch. Open to anybody from the congregation who wants to join. Enjoy good fellowship and lunches.

When: 11 am, on the fourth Tuesday of the month
Where: St John’s Centre
Contact: Mary Gibbs

Young Adults Bible Study group

A group for university students and young professionals to meet as a group and study the Bible together, with monthly social events.

When: 6-7.15 pm on Thursdays
Where: St John’s Office
Contact: Hannah North

Men’s Breakfast

An informal time with other men exploring faith over a hearty breakfast. We meet in the St John’s Centre and finish promptly to get on with the day!

When: 7:30-8:30 am on Thursdays, fortnightly
Where: St John’s Centre
Contact: Duncan Shaw

Thursday home group

Bible study, discussion, and friendship at various homes around the city.

When: 8 pm on Thursdays
Where: This changes each fortnight
Contact: Paul Ramsay

 

Fridays

Thrive Youth Group

Youth Group for Years 7-13. We’re a friendly group who don’t take ourselves too seriously. We love to chat, play mafia, throw a frisbee, and learn about God.

When: 6:30-8:30 pm Fridays and 10 am Sundays during term time
Where: St John’s Centre
More info: Youth Group
Contact:
Hannah North

youth worship band

We're the youth worship band! Playing Jesus Jams for you at youth on Friday nights!

When: 4-6 pm on Fridays
Where: St John’s Centre
Contact: Hannah North