Peterborough city centre church re-opens for private prayer

A central Peterborough church opened its doors for the first time since lockdown began yesterday.

St John’s Church in the city centre allowed people in for private prayer and reflection, and to light candles.

St John's church, Cathedral Square which has reopened after lockdown for private prayer EMN-200626-131741009

placeholder image — St John's church, Cathedral Square which has reopened after lockdown for private prayer EMN-200626-131741009

The Parish Church of Peterborough will be open on Tuesdays and Fridays between 11am and 2pm, and on Sundays between 11am and 12.30pm.

There are measures in place to ensure everyone’s safety - distancing, hand sanitiser, and some areas are closed at this time. The toilets will not be open. The cafe remains closed at the moment.

Services continue to be live-streamed on Sundays at 9.15am on Facebook and remain available after as well as being uploaded to YouTube a little later on. Further details on the church website: www.peterborough-stjohns.org.uk