Friends of St Johns : A CAUSE WORTH FIGHTING FOR?
St John's Church was founded in AD 689 by King Aethelred. It is the oldest Christian site in Chester and has a varied and colourful history. In fact it may even date back to AD 285 as a Roman/Christian site. It is still first and foremost a place of worship but it is also a great tourist attraction and is situated in close proximity to the Roman Amphitheatre, the Roman Walls and the River Dee. To allow as many people as possible to appreciate its rich history and individual architecture, the doors are open 365 days a year.
St John's needs all the help it can get to become sustainable for future generations whilst involving as much of the community as possible. Becoming a friend gives you access to the real heart of this exciting project. St John's Church receives no state funding and is therefore totally reliant on the generosity of visitors and other individuals, and organisations.
The Friends of St John's was formed to help raise funds to support the Parish of Chester to maintain, preserve, improve and enhance the fabric and fittings of the Church.
Membership is open to all Persons, PCCs, Schools, Clubs, Businesses and other collective bodies from anywhere in the world.
Why become a Friend of St John's?
- You will help fund a full programme of restoration and improvement, focusing on much needed repairs to the roof and an upgrade of the heating system
- You will be helping to preserve Chester's rich history
- You will receive a DVD showing a virtual tour of St John's Church
- You will receive a regular SJP Heritage Project newsletter with project updates and plans. (To help minimise costs this will be sent by e-mail if we are in receipt of your e-mail address)
- You will be invited to an annual evening for members
- You will have your name displayed (if you wish) on a 'Friends' board at St John's Church
How to become a member?
The subscription for individuals : £10 per year
The corporate subscription (PCCs, businesses, etc.) : £30 per year
You may subscribe by:
Filling in the paper application form
For more information :
Tel: 01244 403634
E-mail: friends@parishofchester.co.cc
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