Chapel Services and Service Lists

The Choir at the 2023 Coronation Service

Services are held in Chapel during University Full Term dates. Tickets are not required.

Visitor access to the College is limited to the Chapel only. Please enter the College via the Great Gate or Forecourt Gate.

A Service List can be found below:

 

Evensong is sung in St John’s College Chapel every day during Full Term. The College Choir sings Tuesday to Sunday inclusive. 

The daily pattern of services is as follows:

Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday - Choral Evensong 6.30 p.m (full choir)

Wednesday - Choral Evensong 6.30 p.m (lower voices)

Sunday - Sung Eucharist 10.30 a.m (full choir)

Past service lists can be found here:

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