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Welcome to Aylestone, St.Andrew's Church.
You will discover all the information you need on:
* the delights of the medieval church building
* times of worship
* social and other activities
* educational opportunities
* personalities and groups involved in St Andrew's
* the delights of the medieval church building
* times of worship
* social and other activities
* educational opportunities
* personalities and groups involved in St Andrew's
The Ministry Team
Revd Dave Appleby (Rector)
"I was born and brought up in the north east, and lived for the last 19 years in Middlesbrough before coming to St Andrew's as Rector in June 2008. In church, I relish preaching, love to celebrate at the Eucharist, and wish to see more people discovering their own gifts and skills. For my time off (?!) I enjoy reading, cycling and being in the country or, especially, by the sea, which I don't get a lot of in the middle of the country. I am married to Jennie who is also a priest in the Church of England, and have a daughter at university".
Brenda, Mike and Pat (Reader-Ministers)
The Ministry Team at St Andrew's actively conduct and coordinate Sunday services, Baptism, Marriage, and Funeral Services. In addition to this they carry out pastoral visiting and other ministry work in the parish, and the wider diocese.
Further enquiries may be directed to our Ministry Team on 01455 845 564 or 0116 2708295
Information and Times of Services and other Events
Our aim is to involve the whole people of God and so the congregation plays a full part in the presentation of worship. Newcomers are made welcome, but given space to appreciate the Service in their own way.
The Sunday Club (children aged 4-10 years) meets at the same time as the Parish Sunday service so that parents and children can enjoy alike. Visiting children are also welcome.
Services are conducted according to the worship of the Church of England. Further information regarding the wider church and service formats can be accessed from our Links page.
On most Sundays, the choice of Service is simple:
8.00am Holy Communion, in modern language and without singing - lasts about 30 minutes.
10.15am Parish Eucharist, in modern language and with singing and Sermon - lasts about 60 minutes, and followed by optional tea/coffee and social time.
There are some exceptions to this pattern and current information can be found on our events page, along with detail of our social events.
Baptisms and Marriages
St. Andrew's is a popular church for Baptisms and Marriages. Its historic atmosphere is a reminder of the long traditions that lie behind Christian faith in this country. Both ceremonies are conducted according to the worship of the Church of England.
Services of Blessing following a civil ceremony can also be discussed with the clergy.
Further detail on Baptisms (Christenings) and Marriages at St Andrew's can be found on our groups and activities page.
Further enquiries may be directed to our Ministry Team on 01455 845 564
General Information
Location and Facilities
*The Church and hall are situated on Old Church Street in Aylestone.
* there is car parking space in the Parish Hall opposite the church.
* we use a mixture of traditional and new music in church services.
* the church is wired with a loop system for the hard of hearing.
* a wheel chair is available for those who would benefit from it.
* toilet and refreshment facilities are available in both buildings.
* we use a mixture of traditional and new music in church services.
* the church is wired with a loop system for the hard of hearing.
* a wheel chair is available for those who would benefit from it.
* toilet and refreshment facilities are available in both buildings.
Further Information and Contacts
If you would like to know more about Aylestone as a parish and area please check out our downloads page for our Parish Profile.
Information about our work in the community is via the Spirit of Aylestone page.
Please check our Events Page for up-to-date information.
For further general and events enquiries please call one of the following contacts:
Revd Dave Appleby (Rector) 0116 270 8295
Mrs Margaret Toon (Churchwarden) 0116 233 7210
Mr James Fisher (Churchwarden) 0790 803 0239
Mrs Anna Cooper (Secretary) 0116 283 7050
or email: staylestones@googlemail.com
Aylestone Parish News
The parish magazine is produced 4 times a year and contains news and announcements of forthcoming events. If you wish to contribute or indeed advertise in the parish magazine please contact the Editor, Gillian Smith on 0116 283 5334
NEED A VENUE FOR YOUR COMMUNITY GROUP?
Then why not consider St Andrew's Parish Hall......
This is a substantial meeting place that is available for hire, and can take up to 150 persons. There are ample car parking facilities.
The sprung floor of the Hall is of high quality ballroom standard, and a number of dance groups meet here.
For availability and bookings, contact the Hall Manager:
Terry Cox : (0116) 283 4746
The sprung floor of the Hall is of high quality ballroom standard, and a number of dance groups meet here.
For availability and bookings, contact the Hall Manager:
Terry Cox : (0116) 283 4746
We hope you have found all the information you might need on this site, but if there is something missing, please don't hesitate to email with your request.