Church of St John the Divine, Frankby
An active Anglican parish church combining evangelical worship with traditional and contemporary elements, serving the Frankby community on the Wirral Peninsula.
At a glance
St John the Divine occupies Frankby Road in this Merseyside locality and functions as a Grade II listed building. The church operates within the Anglican communion, forming part of the deanery of Wirral North and the diocese of Chester.
History
The church is established within the Church of England’s ecclesiastical structure, with its benefice united to that of St Nicholas, Greasby. It serves as a focal point for parish life and spiritual community on the Wirral.
What you see
As a Grade II listed building, the church merits architectural preservation. Its design reflects Anglican traditions while accommodating contemporary worship spaces and facilities.
Cultural significance
The church represents modern Anglican practice, notably through its informal and evangelical approach. It successfully integrates traditional liturgical elements with contemporary music and cultural engagement, making it a working example of 21st-century parish ministry.
Key facts
- Location: Frankby Road, Frankby, Wirral, Merseyside, England
- Coordinates: 53.3747°N, 3.1332°W
- Designation: Grade II listed building (National Heritage List for England)
- Diocese: Chester
- Deanery: Wirral North
- Benefice: United with St Nicholas, Greasby
Practical information & getting there
The church is located on Frankby Road within the Wirral Peninsula. For service times, visitor information and accessibility details, contact the church directly or visit the Diocese of Chester website.
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