John Aizlewood
Our Vision: We want to get closer to God through prayer, to serve people
in our community in new ways and to grow more in faith and membership.
St Peter's Church, Simonstone
St. John's Church, Read
Phase 1: 2017 Interior repainting of ceilings and walls.
Phase 2: Car Park. In 2017 the car park was developed, holding up to 20
vehicles. This work was completed by Richard Atkinson who spent
his time reclaiming the area and top coating the parking area
making it useable for all events, including the regular weekly
services.
Wall. In 2017 the repairs to the front Churchyard wall were
completed.
Front Door. In 2018 an anonymous donor paid for the professional
painting of the front doors to the church.
Railings. In 2018 an anonymous donor paid for the repainting of
the Churchyard railings.
Phase 3: Radiators and central heating pipework replaced (2019)
LED Lighting installed (2019)
Phase 4: Tower - storm proofing - part 1 completed (2020)
The latest goal (2021) is to replace the drainage to the Churchyard.
There are several fund raising initiatives underway - please pop into St.
John's and donate using the contactless payment machine. Or you can even
visit our 'Just Text Giving' site and help add to the funds directly.