St John the Evangelist Oulton with Woodlesford

Welcome to St John’s the Evangelist, Oulton with Woodlesford!

We’re so glad you’ve found us. St John’s is a friendly, inclusive welcoming church family at the heart of our community. Whether you’re exploring faith, visiting the area, or looking for a church to call home, you’ll find a warm welcome here.

We gather for worship in Woodlesford Parish Hall every Thursday at 10:00am and Sunday at 11:00am. You can find full details of our services on our Facebook page or right here under “Services.”

But St John’s is more than just Sunday worship — it’s a place of friendship, encouragement, and community throughout the week:

Coffee Morning – join us on the first Saturday of each month, 10:30am–12:00pm Friendship Group – every Monday, 2:00–4:00pm Knit and Natter – Thursdays after the service, 11:00am–1:00pm

You’ll find us at Woodlesford Parish Hall, Church Street, LS26 8RE, or what3words is ///kind.slice.pine - right behind the lovely village green.

Everyone is welcome — just as you are. Whether you come for a service, a cuppa, or a chat, we’d love to see you.

“Therefore welcome one another as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God.”– Romans 15:7

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Get in touch

Revd Canon Mark Umpleby

Team Rector of Rothwell. Lofthouse, Methley with M
07872 333127

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Weekly Said Holy Comunion

Every Thursday at for 1 hour
St John the Evangelist Oulton with Woodlesford
St John’s the Evangelist Church Oulton with Woodlesford Church Street Woodlesford Leeds, LS26 8RD, United Kingdom

Thursday mornings are better with a little stillness… and a good cuppa.

Join us for Communion and a Cuppa every Thursday at 10.00am at Woodlesford Parish Hall.

A short, welcoming service of Holy Communion — a chance to pause, pray and find a little peace in the middle of the week. Then stay afterwards for tea, coffee and conversation.

Come every week, come occasionally, or come for the very first time. You don’t need to know what to do, what to say or where to sit — just come as you are.

Thursday | 10.00am
Woodlesford Parish Hall, Church Street, Woodlesford, LS26 8RD

Communion. Coffee. Conversation.
Everyone is welcome.

Our Benefice
News

AGM Report 2025

2025 Annual Report St John the Evangelist Oulton with Woodlesford.pdf
ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 2025.pdf

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Safeguarding

The parish of Oulton with Woodlesford: St John is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer - Janet Charlton - PSO. The Diocese of Leeds’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA at [email protected]

Our PSO - Janet Charlton can be contacted at [email protected]

If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services.