Founded in 1859, this is a wonderful and historic parish, and a vibrant part of the Toorak and Melbourne community. This parish is part of the Anglican Church of Australia and a member of the global Anglican Communion, which is comprised of some 80 million people. The Parish of St. John’s welcomes everyone to all services and events, regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, race or background.
The buildings is a prominent bluestone church, designed by W. W. Wardell, built in various stages between 1860 and 1873, with the subsequent enlargement of the chancel in 1912 and the addition of the baptistry, vestries and chapel in 1920, 1935, and 1937, to the design of Walter Butler and Louis R. Williams. This was Wardell's first Anglican
design, carried out on an honorary basis, and gave rise to suspicion that he was unfairly trying to develop an Anglican practice. The building comprises a lengthy nave, with aisles and a diminutive clerestory and chancel flanked by organ chamber, chapel and vestries. The exterior is dominated by an elegant tower, with stair turret and broach spire, placed at the west end. The interior is notable for the wood and stone carvings, organ by Hill & Son, London of 1912 (later rebuilt), and the excellent stained glass, especially the W. C. Cornish memorial window, which was the first major work of J. L. Lyon.
Works have already been completed to repair and replace the slate roofing and drainage systems, as well as upgrading the church's lighting, fire systems and electrics.
The next stage is to restore the spire to its true glory and any donations would be appreciated.
Donations made to St John's Toorak Restoration Appeal through the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) are allowable as deductions for tax purposes.
Yes
Yes, as soon as your donation is processed.
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Victoria and recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past, present and future.
Founded in 1859, this is a wonderful and historic parish, and a vibrant part of the Toorak and Melbourne community. This parish is part of the Anglican Church of Australia and a member of the global Anglican Communion, which is comprised of some 80 million people. The Parish of St. John’s welcomes everyone to all services and events, regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, race or background.
The buildings is a prominent bluestone church, designed by W. W. Wardell, built in various stages between 1860 and 1873, with the subsequent enlargement of the chancel in 1912 and the addition of the baptistry, vestries and chapel in 1920, 1935, and 1937, to the design of Walter Butler and Louis R. Williams. This was Wardell's first Anglican
design, carried out on an honorary basis, and gave rise to suspicion that he was unfairly trying to develop an Anglican practice. The building comprises a lengthy nave, with aisles and a diminutive clerestory and chancel flanked by organ chamber, chapel and vestries. The exterior is dominated by an elegant tower, with stair turret and broach spire, placed at the west end. The interior is notable for the wood and stone carvings, organ by Hill & Son, London of 1912 (later rebuilt), and the excellent stained glass, especially the W. C. Cornish memorial window, which was the first major work of J. L. Lyon.
Works have already been completed to repair and replace the slate roofing and drainage systems, as well as upgrading the church's lighting, fire systems and electrics.
The next stage is to restore the spire to its true glory and any donations would be appreciated.
Donations made to St John's Toorak Restoration Appeal through the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) are allowable as deductions for tax purposes.
Yes
Yes, as soon as your donation is processed.
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Victoria and recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past, present and future.
