Despite the very strong congregation still existence, I don't believe the maintenance of the property was financially viable and so this beautiful church was closed. It has remained abandoned for a couple of years now and while there has been interest from buyers to renovate the building for residential use, little progress has been made and St Johns remains empty. I think it's awfully sad. As I was photographing the church yesterday, I was asked if I was buying it; I so wish I could. read more