Events

Events

Playgroup

Join us for St John’s Playgroup every Friday from 10:00-11:30am during school terms. Come along for a dynamic parent-led Playgroup where preschoolers and babies can play, learn, and grow in a fun and engaging environment. Our Playgroup is held every Friday in our warm and welcoming creche, with heaps of toys and a stunning outdoor play space. Parents and caregivers actively participate in facilitating play and activities for their children. It’s a wonderful opportunity to bond with your child, promote…

Annual General Meeting 2023

The Annual Meeting of the Parish will be held at 7:30pm on Wednesday 8th November 2022. We ask that any motions and questions to be brought to the AGM be submitted in writing by Thursday 2nd November to office@stjohnsdc.org.au.

Quiet Christmas

Our Christmas services are celebrations of the birth of Jesus Christ. If you’re finding the idea of celebrating Christmas particularly difficult this year, this Quiet Christmas service will offer you a place of quiet reflection, a time to remember, and the gift of hope for the future, through Christ the Light of the World. To view our Quiet Christmas Service from 2023 click below.

Diamond Creek Community Carols

Diamond Creek Community carols From 5:30pm Sunday 14 DecemberCoventry Oval, Diamond Creek Check out our Facebook Event Page for any updates closer to the date! We love our carols in Diamond Creek! Every year, hundreds of locals gather at the Diamond Creek Community Carols to celebrate Christmas and all that it means. Featuring the Carols Band singing your favourite carols, and some new ones! Come along and sing some special Diamond Creek Christmas Carols! We’re also excited to be offering…

Christmas Eve Family Service

Our Christmas services are celebrations of the birth of Jesus Christ. All Christmas at St John’s  events include friends, music, practical teaching from the bible, and a fun and safe environment for kids. Our 5pm Christmas service is geared towards families and children, with drama performances, carols, a short reflection, and plenty of Christmas cheer. Come along from 4:20pm for some family friendly activities! This year we will be doing some free Christmas ornament crafting! To view our 5pm Family…

Christmas Eve Candlelit Service

Our Christmas services are celebrations of the birth of Jesus Christ. Like all our services, Christmas at St John’s will include friends, music, practical teaching from the bible, and a fun and safe environment for kids. Celebrate the arrival of Christmas with a candlelight Christmas service featuring Christmas Carols, an inspiring message and Holy Communion. Stay for sparkling wine and fruitcake at the end. To view our Christmas Eve 11pm service from 2023 click below.

Christmas Day Service

Christmas Eve Candlelit Service Our Christmas services are celebrations of the birth of Jesus Christ. Like all our services, Christmas at St John’s will include friends, music, practical teaching from the bible, and a fun and safe environment for kids. Celebrate Christmas Day, and the birth of Jesus with a family-friendly Holy Communion Christmas service with carols, readings and a message.

Tim Johnson’s 10th Anniversary Dinner

In September 2013, Tim, Anna, Abi, Emily, and Sam Johnson joined the community at St John’s Diamond Creek. We’ll enjoy an evening of canapés, music, and reflecting on the past 10 years of ministry in Diamond Creek. As this is a catered event, bookings will close on Wednesday, August 23 Book Now
rectangular brown wooden picnic table on the field

Generations Minister Welcome Lunch

We’re thrilled to announce that we have a new Generations Minister, Maddy Bialecki! To welcome her to our community, we’ll host a Welcome Lunch, from 12pm.

Glenn Loughrey Voice to Parliament Info Session

On Sunday, July 9, Glenn Loughrey, a Wiradjuri man and an Anglican minister, will speak at St John’s on the Voice to Parliament. Whatever your initial thoughts on the Voice we all need to be informed and think through what it means for us as Christians as we prepare to vote in a referendum later this year. There will be a chance for interaction and questions as we learn together.

Thanksgiving Picnic

Come celebrate 155 years of St John’s Diamond Creek with cake and a picnic. Stroll down to the Tram Cafe in Diamond Creek from 11:30am with people from all services.

Senior’s High Tea

The Tuesday afternoon Life Group are inviting all senior members of St John’s to a High Tea on Monday, November 28, between 1:30 and 3:30pm. Everything you’d expect at a High Tea will be provided, free of charge. If you would like to attend please use the sign-up sheet in the foyer. Speak with Pam Hickingbotham, or Pam and Neil Barras if you require further information.

Memory Care Cafe

There are over 1,000 people living in Nillumbik with dementia. Together with Health Ability Eltham and Nillumbik Council, St John’s is hosting a community support venture called the Memory Care Café. The Memory Care Cafe in Diamond Creek operates on each 2nd and 4th Wednesday, from 1:30-3pm The Memory Care Café concept seeks to provide a social meeting place for those living with Dementia and their carers, to gather and enjoy a coffee/tea and conversation with each other. The first…

Preserves Stall

Following our 8am and 10am services, Olga’s Life Group is running a preserves stall in support of SRI teachers in schools. With jams, marmalades, relishes, and chutneys, there’ll be something for everyone!

Annual General Meeting 2022

The Annual Meeting of the Parish will be held at 7:30pm on Wednesday 9th November 2022. We ask that any motions and questions to be brought to the AGM be submitted in writing by Thursday 3rd November to office@stjohnsdc.org.au.

Young Adult Social Night

A chance to meet other Christian Young Adults around the North/North East of Melbourne. It’ll be very relaxed opportunity to introduce yourself to each other. You might be surprised how many people you know! Feel free to invite anyone you know from other Churches in the area as well as friends who don’t attend church. There are non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks available at the venue. Please drink responsibly. Nov 10th, 2022 6:30 for dinner. 7:30 for drinks. Bundoora Hotel, 49…

2022 Final Youth Unite!

Youth Unite is back for one last time in 2022! This is a chance for our youth to join youth from churches in our area for a time of worship, games, hanging out and learning more about God. This is also a great opportunity to invite friends, everyone is welcome! Details: Friday 4th November  CityLife Church: 70 Kingsway Drive, Lalor, 3075 7-9.30 pm $5 entry Limited car pooling available from St John’s RSVP here.

YOUTH GAMES NIGHT!

Join us for a night of playing fun games, eating healthy… uh, eating food and hanging out! Best of all, we’ll be joined by our Grade 6’s! Friends welcome, of course. Details: Friday November 18th 7:00-9:30pm Cost $5 Location: St John’s Register here.