Messy Church
Messy Church is a form of church for all the family that involves creativity, celebration and hospitality.
There is plenty of time for creativity and play with a short time of worship, involving a Bible story, prayer and songs. Then children and adults all sit down for a meal together.
Check out our 'What's on' page to find the next date, or contact Elisabeth, our Children and Families' Minister.
- Multiple DatesThu, 02 MayBedford02 May 2024, 12:00 – 14:00Bedford, Kimbolton Rd, Bedford MK40 2PF, UKA free and informal support group where people who have been bereaved meet to support each other through their grief and loss. This group is run by the team at Neville Funerals and hosted by St Andrew's.
- Multiple DatesFri, 03 MayBedford03 May 2024, 10:00 – 12:00Bedford, Kimbolton Rd, Bedford MK40 2PF, UKCome along and enjoy a sociable chat over real coffee and delicious cake.
- Sat, 11 MayBedford11 May 2024, 19:30 – 21:30Bedford, Kimbolton Rd, Bedford MK40 2PF, UKPaul Searle-Barnes (piano), Piotr Kopec (violin) & David Norton (cello)
- Wed, 15 MayStevington15 May 2024, 14:00 – 16:00Stevington, Church Rd, Stevington, Bedford MK43 7QB, UKA chance to view the beautiful Kathy Brown's garden as seen on BBC2 Gardeners’ World. The price for this event is £18 for members of Friends of St Andrews and £20 for non-members. A sign-up form is available at the back of church.
- Multiple DatesSat, 18 MayBedford18 May 2024, 15:00 – 17:00Bedford, Kimbolton Rd, Bedford MK40 2PF, UKEnjoy a fun-filled afternoon for all the family... Creativity, crafts, challenges and play, Thoughts and talk, sharing and song time for a shared meal. Free admission – register on the day Donations welcome
- Tue, 21 MayCarlton, Bedford21 May 2024, 09:45 – 15:30Carlton, Bedford, St Nicholas Church, Felmersham Rd, Carlton, Bedford MK43 7NA, UKAn opportunity to spend time reading, walking and relaxing in the beautiful surroundings on Tuesday 21st May 9.45am – 3.30pm, led by our curate the Revd Joseph Barnes.
- Sat, 14 SeptBedford14 Sept 2024, 19:30 – 21:30Bedford, Kimbolton Rd, Bedford MK40 2PF, UKIncludes workshop for local saxophonists
- Sat, 12 OctBedford12 Oct 2024, 19:30 – 21:30Bedford, Kimbolton Rd, Bedford MK40 2PF, UKThe annual music making event is back for another year!
- Sat, 09 NovBedford09 Nov 2024, 19:30 – 21:30Bedford, Kimbolton Rd, Bedford MK40 2PF, UK
- Thu, 11 AprSt Andrews Church Centre11 Apr 2024, 10:00 – 11:30St Andrews Church Centre, Kimbolton Rd, Bedford MK40 2PF, UKWe will continue Easter celebrations with an activity morning during the school holidays. Families are invited to join us for lots of toys, crafts, activities, simple refreshments and the Easter story.
- Multiple DatesMon, 18 MarHolt Room, St Andrew's ChurchLent Course - The Bread of Life18 Mar 2024, 19:45 – 21:30Holt Room, St Andrew's Church , Kimbolton Rd, Bedford MK40 2PF, UKOur Lent course this year will be exploring the Eucharist and its place in our spiritual life. Starting on Monday 19th February and continuing weekly until 18th March. In the Holt Room and on Zoom.
- Multiple DatesSun, 10 MarBedford10 Mar 2024, 16:00 – 17:00Bedford, Kimbolton Rd, Bedford MK40 2PF, UK28th January - Ian Runnells 25th February - Justin Waters 10th March - Paul Searle-Barnes
- Wed, 14 FebBedford14 Feb 2024, 19:45 – 21:00Bedford, Kimbolton Rd, Bedford MK40 2PF, UKHoly Eucharist with Ashing. Second service 10.30am the same day.
- Tue, 13 FebSt Andrew's Church CentrePancake Supper and Beetle Drive13 Feb 2024, 18:00St Andrew's Church Centre, Kimbolton Rd, Bedford MK40 2PF, UKCome and enjoy an evening of fun and fellowship, organised by the Friends of St Andrew's and the Events Committee. Work up an appetite for delicious pancakes with a few rounds of frenetic "Beetle-ing" and, once refuelled, a few more rounds to find the evening's champion!! Tickets available soon.
- Sat, 10 FebBedford10 Feb 2024, 19:30 – 21:30Bedford, Kimbolton Rd, Bedford MK40 2PF, UKWomen Composers Evening, with Paul Turner (piano) and Julian Metzger (cello).
- Thu, 25 JanSt Andrew's Church - Holt Room25 Jan 2024, 14:00St Andrew's Church - Holt Room, Kimbolton Rd, Bedford MK40 2PF, UKA talk by Dr Susan Pattie of The Armenian Institute, London, and Tim Papworth (St Andrew's) Admission (payable on the door): £4 (£3 for Members of Friends) - includes light refreshments.
- Sat, 20 JanBedford20 Jan 2024, 19:30 – 21:30Bedford, Kimbolton Rd, Bedford MK40 2PF, UKFlautist, Katie Sazanova and Classical Guitarist, Hannah Woollacott
Some Feedback
After one of our Messy Church services, Maddie, one of our young people, said:
“It felt nice being with so many children all close to God and I really liked it. I like that we got to move round to different areas so it felt less boring than being in one place. It was good to have a mix of activities. I really liked playing with the Lego as it meant we could use our own imagination to make something that fitted with the story . I can’t wait to go again!”
Safeguarding
At St Andrews we take safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults seriously. Please find our policy here.
If you have any concerns, you can contact
our Parish Safeguarding Officer, Jo Newton
or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor at safeguarding@stalbans.anglican.org