St Andrew’s has a growing ministry to those within our parish and beyond. We provide pastoral care, opportunities to explore the Christian faith, and to have some fun! Why not take the opportunity to get involved?
Anna Chaplaincy
Anna Chaplaincy is our dedicated ministry for older people. Joan Doerich is a licensed Anna Chaplain and is available to support those in need of spiritual or physical care. With the help of her growing volunteer team, Joan leads services in our local residential homes, takes home communion, makes regular home visits and runs a monthly coffee morning.
Choir and Music Group
St Andrew’s has a strong choral tradition stretching back many years. Today, the choir is led by Katy Bradley, our Music Director, and continues to sing at the 10 am service and special services throughout the year. We have re-introduced a music group to our services. Under Katy’s leadership, the choir and musicians are exploring new and exciting ways of worshipping God through our music. If you would like to know more or get involved with our music, head over to the music section of our website.
Longton Players
Longton ‘Parish’ Players began in 1992 with a performance of Murder in the Cathedral set in St Andrew’s Church. Since then, the Players have continued to perform numerous plays in their current home of St Andrew’s Community Hall. Church and Players have a strong mutual relationship – and long may the show go on!
Men’s Breakfast and Ladies Who Lunch
Monthly opportunities to gather for food and friendship. Men’s breakfast meets on Saturday mornings and is organised by John Rimmer. Ladies Who Lunch meets on Thursdays and is organised by Judith Rimmer. Both meet in St Andrew’s Community Hall and would gladly welcome you to join!
Mother’s Union
We have an active and thriving Mother’s Union that meets monthly and holds regular events throughout the year, including a strawberry tea, trips, and a Christmas party. Mother’s Union regularly welcome new members, and you would be more than welcome to join in the fun! Sue Tipping is the current MU Branch Leader and would love to hear from you.
Pantomime
The St Andrew’s Village Pantomime is an institution! Through the years, it has delighted the people of Longton and continues to go from strength to strength. The 2024 performance is Aladdin. All the funds raised by the Panto go to supporting the ministry of St Andrew’s Church. If you would like to know more about the Panto or even act in it, then get in touch with James Miley.
Uniformed Groups
St Andrew’s is the ground home of six uniformed groups: Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, Beavers, Cubs and Scouts. The groups meet weekly in term time either in St Andrew’s Community Hall or at Longton Primary School. The Uniformed Groups come together at various points during the year, most notably for our Remembrance Celebrations. In 2024, we have set the ambitious challenge of rebuilding our Scout Hut so that it can once again become a hub for young people in our community. Details and contacts for each group can be found on the contacts page of the website.