Over the past few weeks we have been trying hard to worship in such a way that everybody is safe and that we are compliant with the government and the national church regulations and recommendations. One advantage of having such a large church building is that we can host a fairly large number of people … Continue reading Weekly Sunday Parish Mass from 25th October
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Weekday Masses to start again on Wednesday 21st October, 12.45pm
As part of worshipping safely during this pandemic we leave 72 hours between using the building for worship - however this could mean 72 hours for distinct parts of the building. Luckily St Andrew's is a large charge and can hold up to 50 people in a socially distanced way. However, it would be most … Continue reading Weekday Masses to start again on Wednesday 21st October, 12.45pm
Funeral Arrangements for Rita Burton
Rita has been a member of St Andrew's congregation for many years and helpfully communicated her wishes before her death. In spite of Covid restrictions we are able to follow her wishes in most ways. On Wednesday 21st October her body will be received into St Andrew's church. This happens within Vespers of the Dead … Continue reading Funeral Arrangements for Rita Burton
QR Code for NHS app
St Andrew's Church is now a location on the NHS COVID-19 app. You can scan our QR code as you enter, which is located on the notice boards at the entrance doorways. If you use the NHS app you do not need to complete the logbook at the main entrance, and this will help reduce … Continue reading QR Code for NHS app
1862: Beginnings
St Andrew’s was born at a time of great change in Leicester. The town was expanding rapidly and from a population of less than 17,000 in 1801, it had quadrupled to 68,000 by 1861. In 1801, almost everyone lived within the line of the ancient walls; by 1861, the town was advancing into the surrounding … Continue reading 1862: Beginnings
The Far and Near Lecture 2020: A Lawyer looks at Courage
Wednesday 14 October 2020 | 6.30pmOnline Event The Rt Hon the Baroness Hale of Richmond DBE joins us to give the Far and Near Lecture 2020. The Leicester Cathedral Far and Near Lecture is held with a guest speaker annually – a legacy of the Leicestershire Far and Near Club. Tickets£5.00 available from Eventbrite Brenda Hale retired … Continue reading The Far and Near Lecture 2020: A Lawyer looks at Courage
Filipino Chaplaincy provides Filipino food for NHS and care workers
Leicester’s Filipino Chaplaincy, Bayanihan Leicestershire and Kanlungan Filipino Consortium are taking part in Everyday Action by providing Filipino food for staff Foof three Hospitals and five Care Homes in Leicestershire. On 10 August 2020, the group cooked and delivered rice and Chicken Adobo (chicken cooked in soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, onions) for 60 people in three care … Continue reading Filipino Chaplaincy provides Filipino food for NHS and care workers
Latest Covid Rules and Recommendations
Following the Prime Minister's Announcements on Tuesday 22. September it is yet not entirely clear how this will affect churches. The latest guidelines are here. Unless circumstances change, we are planning to keep the pattern of fortnightly Sunday Services (27/09, 11/10, 25/10, all at 10.30am etc) and we will start the weekly Wednesday Mass on … Continue reading Latest Covid Rules and Recommendations
Latest Letter from the Bishops
Please see the attached letter from our Bishops from 27. July 2020. Bishops' Letter about Post-Covid restructuringDownload
Important Announcement concerning face coverings
In the light of changes in the requirement to wear a face covering in shops, the Church of England now strongly advises all people to wear a mask from this Sunday (26th July 2020) onwards during worship. Could I please ask everyone from now on to bring a face covering with them when they come to … Continue reading Important Announcement concerning face coverings
