Visits to Home for the Elderly

A message from our Lord Prior about Bondi Beach.

“We’re approaching that lovely festive season—Christmas is coming—and we wanted to use this opportunity to say thank you for all the work that St John people have done right across the world during this last year.”

On Wednesday 26th November 2025, HRH The Duke of Gloucester hosted a dinner at St James’s Palace to celebrate the international work of the Order of St John. 

Krishna Rajendram, SJ GLDP Cohort 1, shares his reflections on participating in Grand Council 2025.

Sylvia Chopamba, St John International Programme Manager, recently visited Kenya and reported strong progress of the Mother and Baby (M&B) Programme, which remains well aligned with the country’s health strategy. The programme is making a meaningful impact through community-driven approaches, active volunteer engagement, and strengthened links with local health facilities.

St John International is taking steps to bring its successful Mother and Baby (M&B) Programme to Ghana. In October, Programme Manager Sylvia Chopamba visited the country to explore how the initiative could support mothers and babies through stronger community health systems. The visit sparked great interest and collaboration, showing real potential to make a lasting difference for families and communities across Ghana.

St John NT congratulates Dr Felix Ho ASM OStJ and Ron Green BM ESM MStJ on their recognition at the 2026 NT Australian of the Year Awards.

World Restart a Heart (WRAH) Day 2025 brought together communities across Saint Lucia and Dominica to raise awareness of CPR and other life-saving skills. Through engaging activities in schools, workplaces, and public spaces, the campaign aimed to equip individuals with the knowledge and confidence to act in emergencies. By combining education, hands-on demonstrations, and community outreach, this year’s initiative reinforced the vital role of preparedness in building resilient, compassionate communities.