We are a lively, faithful community who worship in the 'Inclusive Catholic' tradition of the Church of England. As a member of the Inclusive Church Network, we welcome, value and affirm people of all ages, ethnicities, sexualities, genders, abilities and backgrounds.
At the heart of our church life is prayer, worship and Holy Communion, and we have services in church most days.
Our main service - the Parish Mass - takes place on Sundays at 10.30 am.
Most Sundays, our children and young people are invited to join 'Children's Worship' during the service, except for the last Sunday of every month when we all 'Praise Together'.
St John's has served the diverse, vibrant community of Perry Barr since 1833, and we remain committed to walking alongside our neighbours - all who live, work, learn and pray in the parish, and all who visit here - in faithful service, bringing the love of God into all that we do.
Our new vicar, Revd. Danny Payne, will be pleased to talk to you about baptisms (often called Christenings), weddings and blessings: please get in touch with any enquiries.
The parish of St John the Evangelist Perry Barr is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Co-ordinator. The Diocese of Birmingham’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advises our Parish Safeguarding Co-ordinator.
If you have any concerns or need to talk to someone, please contact:
Helen Greenwood (Safeguarding Co-ordinator) – 07907 779814, or our Vicar, Revd. Danny Payne - 0747 500 5055.
Steph Haynes (Bishop's Safeguarding Adviser) – 07342 993 844 [email protected]
For help outside the Church of England, contact children's social services on 0121 303 1888, adult social services (0121 303 1234)
or, for a child, the NSPCC helpline 0808 800 5000.
If you believe a young person or a vulnerable adult to be in immediate danger of harm, please call West Midlands Police: 999