New to Church?

Whether you are completely new to church, returning after some time away, or simply curious, you are very welcome at St Andrew’s. You do not need to know what to do, what to say, or what to believe in order to come and worship with us — only a willingness to explore the Christian faith.

At the heart of our life together is the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

The Gospel proclaims forgiveness of sins, but it also announces something more: that through Baptism, by the power of the Holy Spirit, we are incorporated into the life of Christ Himself. United to His Body, the Church, we share in that life through the material and sacramental means God has given us.

As an Anglo-Catholic parish in the Church of England, we believe that God meets us not only through words, but through sacrament, symbol, prayer, and worship — especially in the celebration of the Mass. Here, ordinary things are made holy, and ordinary people are drawn into the life of God.

If you are new, feel free simply to come, watch, listen, and pray. No one will single you out or expect anything of you. If you would like to know more, or to speak with the priest about faith, baptism, or the life of the Church, please do get in touch — we would be glad to hear from you.

You are always welcome here.