Sunday 9:00 & 10:45
St Andrews StarbeckWe are a friendly church on the High Street in Starbeck, seeking to love God, love people, and serve our community. Whether you are exploring church for the first time, looking for Sunday worship, searching for a place to feel at home, or wanting to hire one of our halls, you are very welcome here.
WELCOME
St Andrew’s is a prayerful, community-focused church with a warm welcome and a heart for Starbeck. Our worship includes both traditional and contemporary elements, and our life together goes far beyond Sunday mornings. During the week our church and halls are full of activity, from children’s and family groups to support for older people, community partnerships, youth activities, prayer, pastoral care, and hall use by local organisations.
Why people come
People often describe St Andrew’s as warm, caring, and welcoming. Families have said they felt genuinely included from their first visit, and others speak about finding a real sense of belonging here. That is the kind of church we want to be: a place where people can belong, grow in faith, and share God’s love in everyday life.
Our Vision
We believe God has placed St Andrew’s in a wonderful position at the centre of Starbeck. We want to keep growing as a church that builds bridges into the community, welcomes all ages, strengthens families, nurtures children and young people, supports those who need care, and uses both our buildings and digital presence to serve people well.
Sundays are at the heart of our life together. We aim to offer worship that is accessible, rooted in love, and open to people at every stage of faith. Whether you are new to church, returning after time away, or have been part of church life for years, you are welcome here.
9:00am
A more traditional service with Holy Communion in a consistent weekly format, using a tailored Common Worship liturgy. Music includes traditional hymns as well as old and new worship songs.
10:45am
A more flexible and contemporary service with interactive prayer. Communion is celebrated monthly. This service is also livestreamed for those unable to attend in person.
What to expect
Our worship seeks to create space for personal encounter with God through quiet reflection, joyful celebration, prayer, Scripture, and meaningful service. After both Sunday services, prayer ministry is available. Between the two services, refreshments help people connect across the church family.
Children on Sundays
Children are a valued part of St Andrew’s right now, not just in the future. Children’s groups are often available during the 10:45am service, and we also warmly welcome children to remain in church. We embrace the joyful noise and movement that comes with having children present.
Music and worship style
Our worship includes both traditional and contemporary styles. Music may be led by guitar or keyboard, and the church organ is used where appropriate, especially for more traditional services and life events.