Architect(s) George Alexander Opened 1843 Archdeaconry Archdeacon of Dudley Heritage designation Listed building | Churchmanship Modern Catholic Completed 1843 Dedication John the Baptist Groundbreaking 1842 | |
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Similar Hurst Spit, Coronation Chair, Kinniside Stone Circle | ||
St. John's Church, Kidderminster is a Church of England parish church in Kidderminster, Worcestershire, England. The church is a Grade II listed building.
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History
The first St John the Baptist Church was built between 1842 and 1843 to designs by the architect George Alexander. It was known locally as the 'Black Church'. It was created as a parish in 1867 out of that of St Mary and All Saints' Church, Kidderminster.
The present church was rebuilt between 1892 and 1904 by J. A. Chatwin and incorporated the tower and spire of the earlier church, and was consecrated by the Bishop of Worcester Charles Gore on 13 February 1904.
In 1972 offices and vestries were constructed within the nave by Burman Goodall & Partners. The refectory and children's room were added then and the organ was moved to the west end of the nave over the refectory.
Vicars
Fr. Tim Williams 2015-present
Organ
The organ dates from 1909 by Nicholson and Co of Worcester. A specification of the organ can be found on the National Pipe Organ Register.
The organist for 66 years from 1877 to 1943 was William Edward Wadeley.