The Common Good programme

An opportunity to think about how we can be the change we wish to see in the world

What does it mean to live a good life? What does a good society look like? How do our studies contribute to the betterment of communities, humanity and the planet? The Common Good programme at St John’s provides a space to reflect on how we, as human beings in all our diversity, work, live and thrive together in the 21st century.

This annual programme is shaped by keynote lectures, discussions, networking events, workshops, visits and volunteering, to explore questions that prepare students for life beyond their degree.

Convened by the Chapel team, the programme draws on wisdom from a range of academic disciplines and the experience of those working in civic and public life.

Upcoming events

The Common Good Programme
The Very Rev’d Joe Hawes - What is Truth?
St John's College Chapel
February 8, 2026 6:30 PM
The Common Good Programme
The Rev’d Natasha Beckles - What is Truth?
St John's College Chapel
February 15, 2026 6:30 PM
The Common Good Programme
The Dean – What is Truth?
St John's College Chapel
February 22, 2026 6:30 PM
The Common Good Programme
The Rev’d Canon Tom Buchanan – What is Truth?
St John's College Chapel
March 1, 2026 6:30 PM
The Common Good Programme
Professor Alexander Bird – What is Truth?
St John's College Chapel
March 8, 2026 6:30 PM
The Common Good Programme
The Rev’d Andrew Hurst – What is Truth?
St John's College Chapel
March 15, 2026 6:30 PM