St John The Baptist

The most historic church in the City of Chester: The Parish Church – St John the Baptist.

Open Daily to all People

St John’s is open daily to visitors

Chester's Original Cathedral

St Johns Church Chester was the Cathedral and Collegiate Church of this City of Chester from 1075 until the Reformation in 1541

Services

Sunday
8.00am - Holy Communion (BCP)
10.00am - Principal Eucharist
Noon - Baptisms
6.30pm - Evensong (Compline last Sunday of the month)

Wednesday
10.00am - Holy Eucharist

Friday
12.00 noon - Holy Eucharist

St Johns Church Chester

I welcome you to the website of St Johns Church Chester, set right in the heart of the Parish of Chester . Notably, we are one of the most historic churches in the City of Chester: The Parish Church – St John the Baptist.

St. Johns has much to offer by way of, first and foremost, witness of the Christian faith in this very secular age. This means that apart from our Services (and you can find details of these in the worship section), we are involved very much at the sharp end of Christian Witness. This includes our involvement with the Church of the Night, Chester Aid to the Homeless which the Parish actively supports and also with Cocaine Anonymous. This means that In St John’s we welcome people of all faiths and none, to share the peace that they offer in this busy rushing world.

St Johns Church Chester

Welcome to St. John’s Church

Everybody is welcome to our Services as in Jesus Christ there are no barriers of age, race, colour, class, creed, intellect, sexual orientation or anything else; we are the same, precious children of God. We also don’t care how you dress either; be it suit and smart clothes or jeans and trainers. Nor will we pounce on you as soon as you come through the door and try and rope you in to as many activities as we can – we will welcome you, help you and let you find your feet.

As far as Archaeology, Architecture and History are concerned St John’s particularly is unsurpassed and within this site you will find considerable detail ranging from solid facts to some rather ‘wacky’ legends. I hope you enjoy your visit and will come back again.

St John’s is open daily to all people between 10.00am and 4.00pm.

God Bless

The Revd David Chesters, OBE
Rector of St. John the Baptist, Chester

Wednesday @ One

Music at St. Johns

Our calendar for 2023 is now published and you can see what is being planned by clicking the button below.

Prayer Wall

Jesus Christ gave us a perfect example of prayer, in the ‘Lord’s Prayer’ and although his life was a hectic one he still found time to pray; and that one to one with God is something that we should value for ourselves.

Our Latest News

Revd. David Chesters OBE, Retires

Revd. David Chesters OBE, Retires

Reverend David Chesters Retires from St. John's Church After Years of Dedicated Service In a heartfelt announcement, Reverend David Chesters, the esteemed rector of St. John's Church, has officially retired, bidding farewell to the congregation he has faithfully...

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Experience Medieval Chester

Experience Medieval Chester

Experience Medieval Chester with virtual reconstructions of landmark buildings. New virtual reconstructions have unveiled the medieval glory of landmark Chester buildings ready for exciting, interactive exhibitions which will give people the chance to step back in...

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The Week Ahead

The Week Ahead

Sunday 27 February Wedding Preparation after Eucharist Tuesday 1 March St David's Day - Patron of Wales (Shrove Tuesday) : 10.00am Eucharist, 11.00am Eucharist at Callin Court 12.30pm Pancakes. 6.00pm The Bells to ring and prayers for Peace Wednesday 2 March (ASH...

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Visitors Book

Please do let us know when you visit our church and leave your comments below.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Tim Tim from Rhosneigr wrote on 7 September 2021 at 7:30 pm
Visited the church today and what a wonderful place. What a wonderful history.