Welcome to St John the Baptist Church, Kingston Vale
Home of Wellspring, a community which aims to bring life in all its fullness to its members and the community in which it is set. Caring for the whole person body mind and spirit.
I am glad you’re here — and I look forward to welcoming you in person.
I am Rev. Mandy Beck. I have the privilege of being the minister of this beautiful church with its wonderful, welcoming congregation. St John’s is a place people come to celebrate and have fun, and where they find support in the challenges life brings. The diversity of people who connect with this church, both in worship and through numerous community activities, is enriching to all of us.
You’re warmly invited to:
- Join our community and social events– click on the Wellspring link to discover what’s on.
- Visit our beautiful church and garden– a peaceful space for reflection and connection.
- Hire our venue– perfect for community groups and private events.
WORSHIP
WELLSPRING
VENUE HIRE
You’re also welcome to join us in worship. At St John’s, we believe church should be a place where everyone feels at home. We’re a diverse and inclusive congregation — whether you’re exploring faith for the first time or have been part of church life for years, there’s a place for you here.
Come as you are. All ages and backgrounds are welcome.
Children are especially welcome — either to stay with their families or to enjoy Orchard Church, a special space just for them.
Our main service is at 10:30 am every Sunday.
We look forward to seeing you soon.
Upcoming one-off events
November Film Night
Tuesday 18th November at 6pm at Sherwood Grange Cinema, Robin Hood Lane SW15. Free for Wellspring members
£5 for ‘Non-members.
Remembrance Service
Sunday 9th November.
Our Remembrance Service will start at St John’s the Baptist, Kingston Vale at 10.30 and move to the memorial at 11am. All welcome.
Christmas Celebration Service
25th December 10.30am. Open to all.
Midnight Mass
Christmas Eve Midnight Mass from 11.30pm. Open to all. Please come along.
Crib Service
Children’s Nativity Service on 24th December from 4pm. Open to all, please come along.
9 Lessons and Carols
Join our Carol service on 21st December at 6.30pm to 7.30pm. Open to all.
Children’s Christmas Party
Children’s Christmas Party will be on 20th December from 2pm to 5pm. £10 for non-members or half price for members.
Christmas Afternoon Tea
Our Christmas afternoon tea will feature a Frank Sinatra tribute. 15th December 2pm to 4pm. £10 or half price for members.
Mindfulness Practice Day
15th November from 10am – 3pm. Burnel Room at Wellspring. Free to Wellspring members, £10 to non members.
Ignite the Night
Laser, music and fires. 30th November. Food and drinks will be on sale. From 5.00pm, (gates open 4.00pm).
Members will be half price. £10 for non-members booked in advance. £15 on the gate (under 3years go free).
All Souls
A service to remember those who have passed on on Sunday 2nd November at 6.30pm – 7.30pm.
October Film Night
The Others
21st October 2025 at 6pm
Sherwood Grange Cinema, Robin Hood Lane, SW15
Regular weekly and monthly events
Table Tennis
This weekly event is on Wednesdays from 1pm to 3pm. £5 to book. Free to members. All must be booked in.
Let Your Yoga Dance
‘Where joy and fun, meet the deep and sacred’. The class is for all bodies and takes place every Friday at 11 till 12 in the Main Hall.
Mindfulness Short Practice
Mondays from 5.30pm – 6pm online. This is free to all. Read more to find login information.
Stretch and Breathe
Weekly group exercise on Wednesday from 7pm to 7.45pm in the Main Hall. Free for members, £5 non-members.
Walk
Weekly walk held on the 1st Tuesday of each month from 10am – 12noon. Meet at Church door. Free for members, £5 for non-members. Need to book.
Monday Afternoon Club tea
Our Monday afternoon club tea with cake and a quiz is open to everyone. Weekly on Monday from 1.30 – 3pm in the main hall. Free to members, £5 to non-members.
Mindfulness Meditation
Mindfulness meditation 4th Monday of each month. From 2pm to 3pm. Free to members and £5 to non-members.
Meditation with Nature
30 minute meditation in the Jubilee Gardens. 1st and 4th Wednesday of the month. 2-3pm. Free for members. £5 for non-members.
Community Lunch
Our monthly Community Lunch from 12.30 to 1.30 on the 4th Monday . This is a free event but we welcome donations.
Games night
Monthly games night every 2nd Tuesday from 7pm – 9pm. Need to book. Free for members, £5 for non-members.
Yoga
Weekly Yoga on Wednesday 7pm – 7.45pm in the Main Hall. Free for members, £5 for non-members.
Fitness Fix
Weekly group exercise on Thursdays from 7pm. Free for members, £5 for non-members.
Poems by Fireside
Poems around a fire. monthly on the 2nd Thursday from 7.45pm – 8.45 pm in the Jubilee Garden. Free to members, £5 for non-members.
Safeguarding at St John the Baptist
We have safeguarding at the heart of the church…..