THE CHURCH OF ST JOHN ON PARNELL STREET 14/08/2025
The current church is a relatively recent addition to a site with a long ecclesiastical history. The original Priory of St John's was founded by King John for the Benedictine Order in 1212. Over the centuries, due to events like the Reformation and the Cromwellian conquest, the church fell into disrepair and was eventually abandoned. During these difficult times, Catholics were often forced to attend secret masses outside the city walls.