Charities
St John's supports a large number of local, national and international charities. On 'Charity Sundays' the money offered during the services goes to one or more charities and other fund-raising events are held throughout the year.
International Aid
St John's supports Christian Aid through joint projects with the West End Churches Together, and through collections at special services.
We also support many smaller charities, such as the 2005 Bishop's Lent Appeal in aid of the Movement for the Landless in Brazil.
Young and Old
As well as caring for the spiritual and pastoral needs of the very young and very old in our own congregation, St John's supports those in special need through support for charities such as the Dementia Services Development Trust, and REACT - giving quality of life to terminally ill children.
Homelessness in the City
Both as a church and through the commitment of individual members, St John's, working together with other churches, has helped establish and supports organisations which help homeless people in Edinburgh.
Fresh Start helps homeless people establish themselves in a new tenancy. Church members provide practical support through donations of household items and by volunteering DIY skills.
The Rock Trust provides opportunities for young, vulnerable people. The young people of St Johns support the Rock Trust by taking part in their sponsored sleep-out.
Our One World Shop sells tokens for the Ark Trust, which members of the public can give to begging homeless people. These can be exchanged for services such as a hot meal or clothes, at their centre in New Street.
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