A BROMSGROVE church has invited the town to join them as they celebrate the completion of its iconic spire restoration.
On Tuesday, April 14, at 7pm, the community is invited to a special service of thanksgiving to mark the completion of the Spire Project at St John the Baptist.
The event will feature a guest sermon by the Bishop of Worcester, followed by refreshments and a chance for residents to see the craftsmanship up close.
The restoration involved the replacement of the spire’s summit, intricate stonework repairs to the tower, and the restoration of the historic weather vane.
The project was made possible by a massive fundraising drive led by The Friends of St John’s, fuelled by the National Lottery Heritage Fund and the generosity of Bromsgrove residents.
Rev. Ray Khan, Vicar of St John’s, said: “For centuries, the spire of St John the Baptist has acted as the ‘north star’ for Bromsgrove.
“After a period of intensive restoration, the scaffolding is down, the weather vane is gleaming, and the church is throwing open its doors to say thank you to the town, finders and contractors that saved it.
“This is a remarkable achievement and a testimony to the skills of our craftsmen and the heart of our people.
“The spire is more than just stone; it is a landmark for our town and a reminder of God’s presence and the goodwill of this community.
“We want everyone – whether you are a regular visitor or have simply admired the spire from afar – to join us for this wonderful moment in Bromsgrove’s history.”
The Friends of St John’s team raised £386,000 in pledged grants and donations from local and national sources. This included a generous £249,975 grant from the National Lottery Heritage Fund.
