About Us
Welcome
We are a Church of England church in Clapham, South London and a diverse, faith community seeking to serve the spiritual and practical needs of our parish.
“Our faith in a loving and connected God, revealed through Jesus, inspires us to be a positive presence in our community. Jesus reveals God’s compassion, justice and is good news to the poor. This inspires us to act by working together with all who wish to make our world a just and kind place, valuing the dignity of all human beings and creation.”
Please see below for more information about us, our links with our local community and our purpose, vision and values.
Revd John Marshall (L) and Revd John Ohen (R)
We continue a worshipping and prayerful presence that has been here since 1829 when the parish of St James’ was first created and our first church building was built. You can read more about our history here
The Revd Kit Gunasekera has been vicar of St James’ for the past ten years and is supported by the Revd John Marshall and the Revd John Ohen.
Please refer to our What’s on page to find out when the church is open. Please do contact us if you would like any support. advice or a chat. Contact us
Revd Kit Gunasekera, Vicar of St James’
Two of our youth group helping to lead a service
Faith
We meet to worship God, who is love revealed in Jesus, to encourage each other to grow in faith and love, and to serve our local community and beyond.
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Community
Our faith in a loving and connected God, revealed through Jesus, inspires us to be a positive presence in our community. Jesus reveals God's compassion and justice and is good news to the poor. That inspires us to act by working together with all who wish to make our world a just and kind place, valuing the dignity of all human beings and creation.
Click here to find out more.
Safeguarding
The parish of St James’ Clapham is committed to the safeguarding and care of children and vulnerable adults. Please click here to find out who you should contact if you have a safeguarding concern and for further information about our policies.
Purpose, Vision, Values
Our purpose is to ‘Know Christ and to make Him known.’ Our Vision is that St James’ will be a growing, prayerful team of disciples, of all ages; reaching out to our community, in the power of the Holy Spirit. Click here to read more.
Diversity
We value the rich diversity of backgrounds, cultures, ethnicities, ages, outlooks and experiences represented at St James’. Click here to find out more