TELLING THE GOSPEL
Bringing God’s love to life
The first Mark of Mission calls us to proclaim the Good News of God’s Kingdom. At St Andrew’s, we share the hope and love of Jesus through worship, preaching, prayer, baptisms, weddings, funerals and our online ministry.
We are very happy to welcome enquiries about Baptisms and Weddings at St Andrew’s. Both involve preparation and planning, so it is helpful to begin the conversation as early as possible - ideally with at least six months’ notice where you can. The information below explains some of the practical requirements and what to expect as you begin making arrangements with us.
Baptisms
All of our Baptisms take place during the 9:15am Sunday service. We do not normally offer private baptisms outside of these services.
If you live outside the parish of St Andrew’s, please still get in touch with us. Church of England rules require us, in certain circumstances, to seek the goodwill of the minister of the parish where you live before a baptism takes place. We will explain what is needed and help you through the process.
Baptisms are carried out free of charge.
If the person to be baptised is a child, you will usually need to have three godparents who are able to make promises alongside the parent or parents on behalf of the child. At least two godparents should be the same gender as the child to be baptised. If you are struggling to find three godparents, please speak to us, as parents may also act as godparents provided there is at least one other godparent.
As part of our preparation for baptism at St Andrew’s, we ask families to attend worship with us on at least six Sundays before a baptism date is arranged. During this time, we will make sure you are welcomed, help you become familiar with the life of the church, and link you with someone who can support and pray for you as you prepare for baptism. It also gives you time to reflect on the promises made at baptism, including the commitment to help your child grow in the Christian faith and in the life of the Church.
After this period of preparation, we will arrange to visit you, talk more fully about what baptism means, answer any questions you may have, and discuss a date for the baptism service.
This is the approach we use at St Andrew’s to help families prepare thoughtfully for baptism. We hope this time will help you feel supported, become familiar with the life of the church, and reflect on the promises you will be making for your child. If you think taking part in this preparation may be difficult for you, please speak to us. We will be happy to talk through your circumstances and help you consider the most appropriate way forward, which may include exploring baptism at another local church.
For any inquiries about baptism, please email Rev Dr Steve Griffiths or click the button below to complete the form.
Weddings & Blessings
There are certain legal qualifications that must be abided by if you want to be married at St. Andrew’s. You can find out what these are (and just about everything else you need to know about booking a church wedding!) from the helpful Church of England wedding website.
At St. Andrew’s, we do not have any objection in principle to marrying divorcees. However, each application must be considered individually and an appropriate decision made.
If you are not a British national, there is an extra layer of paperwork that would need to be gone through. Please leave plenty of time for those conversations to happen with us so that any paperwork can be processed with the Registry Office in time.
The cost of a wedding varies as to what you want to have at the service. However, if you were to have a ceremony with an organist and bell ringers, you could expect to pay approximately £750 (a detailed breakdown of costs is available on request).
At St. Andrew’s, we do not offer services for the blessing of same-sex marriages. If you wish to find a local church for that, please do contact the Area Dean, Father Daniel Sandham, via vicar@spwh.org
For further inquiries, please click the button below.
Funeral Care
When someone you love dies, arranging a funeral can feel overwhelming. At St Andrew’s, we are here to support you, pray with you and help you prepare a service that gives thanks for the person who has died.
A funeral provides an opportunity for family and friends to come together, remember and celebrate a life, express their grief, and place their hope in the love and mercy of God.
If you are arranging a funeral at St Andrew’s, your first point of contact should be a Funeral Director. The Funeral Director will make the initial arrangements with the church on your behalf. Once those arrangements have begun, we will work closely with you and your Funeral Director to prepare the service, including readings, prayers, hymns, music and tributes.
A Church of England funeral may take place at St Andrew’s, at a crematorium or at a graveside.
Our care does not have to end with the funeral. We are also available to offer prayer and pastoral support in the days and months that follow.
For general funeral enquiries or pastoral support, please use the links below.
The Church of England website offers further guidance about arranging a funeral, planning the service and finding support through bereavement.
SERVICE TIMES
Worship is at the heart of life at St Andrew's. As we gather together, we praise God, learn from his Word, pray for one another, and celebrate all that God is doing among us. Whether you're joining us every week or visiting for the first time, you'll receive a warm welcome.
Sundays
Holy Communion (Book of Common Prayer) | 8:00am
A quiet, traditional service using the Book of Common Prayer, with Bible readings and a sermon.
Approx. 50 mins, no hymns.
Holy Communion | 9:15am
Our main Sunday service using Common Worship, with Bible readings, prayers and a sermon.
Approx. 70 mins, with hymns.
TFG Family Service | 4:00pm
Second and fourth Sundays during school term time.
A relaxed and interactive service for children and families, with songs, Bible stories, crafts and activities.
Approx. 50 mins.
For current TFG dates, please see the TFG calendar on our Teaching Disciples page.
Wednesdays
Holy Communion | 12:00 pm
A quieter midweek Communion service using Celtic liturgy, with Bible readings, prayer and a sermon.
Approx. 30 mins, no hymns.
We also hold special services throughout the Christian year, including at All Souls’, Remembrance, Christmas, Holy Week and Easter. For details of these and other seasonal services and events, visit our Journey Through the Church Year section on the Homepage.
N.B. There are occasions when the priest may not be available for a Eucharist Service. On these occasions, we have Communion by Extension, led by an Licensed Lay Minister (LLM). The bread and wine will have been consecrated at the previous service by a priest and will have been suitably reserved for the occasion.
Upcoming Services
Join us for worship at St Andrew’s. Details of our forthcoming services, including the readings and themes for the day, can be found below.
Service details may occasionally change. Please check the individual event information and our Facebook page for the latest updates.
The Ministry of the Choir
Singing has always held an important place in the worship of God. From the songs of the Psalms and the worship of ancient Israel to the hymns and choral traditions of the Church through the centuries, God’s people have used music to pray, praise, proclaim the Gospel and give voice to faith.
At St Andrew’s, the choir shares in this long tradition. Its role is not simply to provide music, but to help lead the whole congregation in worship, drawing us together in praise and helping the words of our faith take root in our hearts.
Through hymns, anthems and the music of the Church year, the choir supports our worship and helps tell the Christian story - in times of celebration, reflection, hope and prayer.
Join the Choir
Music is an important part of worship at St Andrew’s, and our choir shares in the ministry of helping to lead the congregation in praise, prayer and the telling of the Christian story.
The choir is made up of adults from across our church congregation who enjoy singing together and supporting the worshipping life of St Andrew’s. We meet one evening a week for rehearsals and sing at the 9:15am Sunday service, as well as at special services throughout the year, including Christmas, Easter and Remembrance.
The choir may also be available to sing at weddings by request, subject to availability.
During August, the choir takes a short seasonal break, allowing time for rest and renewal before rehearsals and regular commitments resume in September.
We are always looking to welcome new people to the choir. If you feel called to serve God through music and worship, we would love you to consider joining us. No previous choir experience is necessary and there is no audition - just a willingness to sing, learn and become part of the choir community.
For us, singing in the choir is not only about music. It is a way of serving God, supporting the worship of the church, growing in confidence and sharing friendship with others.
Interested in Joining the Choir?
Complete our Serving at St Andrew’s form below to find out more about joining the choir and getting involved.
Morning & Evening Prayer on Facebook
Morning Prayer - Monday to Friday | 10:00am
Evening Prayer - Monday to Friday | 7:00pm
To access these services, please log on to our Facebook Group ‘St. Andrew’s Enfield’ and join us on Facebook Live.
If you are unable to make these times, the services stay up on the Facebook Feed for you to watch on Catch-up.
Seasonal Breaks
Our regular online Morning and Evening Prayer usually pauses during Easter week, Christmas week and throughout August, giving the prayer team time for rest and reflection. Please check our Facebook page for the most up-to-date information about any changes to the usual pattern.
Sermons Preached at
St Andrew’s
Our sermon collection contains written sermons preached at St Andrew’s by Rev Dr Steve Griffiths, exploring books and passages from across the Old and New Testaments.
OLD TESTAMENT SERMONS
GENESIS
The Glory of Creation - Genesis 1:24-2:4 | download here
What is the meaning of your Life? -Genesis 1:26-2:4 | download here
The Grace of God -Genesis 3:1-24 | download here
God of the Journey -Genesis 12:1-9 | download here
First principles in Prayer -Genesis 18:22-33 | download here
Jacob’s Ladder -Genesis 28:10-22 | download here
The fight of your Life -Genesis 32: 22-32 | download here
EXODUS
Mothering Sunday - Exodus 2:1-10 | download here
Praying in times of crisis -Exodus 17:8-16 | download here
Holding on to God in the dark struggles of life -Exodus 33:12-23 | download here
JOSHUA
Overcoming obstacles in the Christian Life -Joshua 3:1-17 | download here
2 CHRONICLES
Harvest Generosity -2 Chronicles 31:1-10 | download here
PSALMS
Finding a happiness that lasts -Psalm 1 | download here
Praying for our leaders -Psalm 2 | download here
Good Friday -Psalm 22 | download here
Finding God when life is tough -Psalm 27 | download here
Knowing the benefits of a life with God -Psalm 32 | download here
Four unchanging characteristics of the Christian faith -Psalm 48 | download here
Preparing for Lent -Psalm 51 | download here
Facing fear in the local community Psalm 121 | download here
Praying when we are angry -Psalm 137 | download here
Kind living: our highest calling -Psalm 141 | download here
ISAIAH
Hope for the future -Isaiah 35:1-10 | download here
How do we find contentment in life? -Isaiah 55:1-13 | download here
Rejoice, always! -Isaiah 66:10-14| download here
HAGGAI
Preparing for Mission -Haggai 1:1-15 | download here
Coping with discouragements in mission -Haggai 2:1-9 | download here
Receiving God’s blessing in mission -Haggai 2:10-23 | download here
NEW TESTAMENT SERMONS
MATTHEW
We are the Wise Men -Matthew 2:1-12 | download here
Responding to Jesus -Matthew 2:1-12 | download here
Jesus Christ: a God to be worshipped -Matthew 2:1-12 | download here
The other side of Christmas -Matthew 2:13-23 | download here
Jesus’ baptism – and ours -Matthew 3:13-17 | download here
The Temptations of Jesus -Matthew 4:1-11 | download here
“I will make you fish for people” -Matthew 4:12-23 | download here
The call to mission -Matthew 4:18-22 | download here
Coping with stress and worry -Matthew 6:24-34 | download here
Ask, Seek, Knock -Matthew 7:7-12 | download here
The Calling of Matthew: Lessons for a Mission-Shaped Church -Matthew 9:9-13 | download here
Principles for a Mission-Shaped Church -Matthew 11:16-19, 25-end | download here
The kingdom of heaven is like… -Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52 | download here
Hospitality: the heart of the Gospel -Matthew 15:1-13 | download here
Learning from the stranger in our midst -Matthew 15:21-28 | download here
Standing against racism and xenophobia -Matthew 15:21-28 | download here
Splintered Messiah, Splintered Church -Matthew 16:21-28 | download here
The church is born -Matthew 16:23-30| download here
God’s compassion for us -Matthew 18:10-14 | download here
Finding our self-worth in God -Matthew 20:1-16 | download here
Saying ‘Yes’ to God -Matthew 21:23-32 | download here
The greatest commandments -Matthew 22:34-40 | download here
The signs of the times: working for social justice -Matthew 24:1-14 | download here
Advent – a season of waiting -Matthew 25:1-13 | download here
The Great Commission -Matthew 28:16-20 | download here
MARK
Celebrating our Jewish heritage - Mark 1:1-11 | download here
Fishers of People -Mark 1:14-20 | download here
Jesus Christ, a healer with authority -Mark 1:21-28 | download here
God [not] in a Box -Mark 1:29-39 | download here
What is The Sabbath? -Mark 2:23-28 | download here
God is in control -Mark 4:26-29 | download here
3 Principles for living compassionately -Mark 7:24-37 | download here
Dying to self in order to live -Mark 8:31-38 | download here
A childlike faith -Mark 10:13-16 | download here
Hallmarks of discipleship -Mark 10:35-45 | download here
Receiving from God -Mark 10:46-52 | download here
Good Friday -Mark 15:33-39 | download here
Good Friday -Mark 15:33-41 | download here
Easter: the return to Galilee -Mark 16:1-8| download here
LUKE
Finding the miracle in the mess -Luke 1:26-38 | download here
God for the marginalised -Luke 2:1-12 | download here
The pursuit of peace -Luke 2:1-14 | download here
Angels and shepherds praising God -Luke 2:8-20 | download here
Available to God -Luke 2:21-40 | download here
Doubt, Joy, and Living the Gift -Luke 2:22-40 | download here
Jesus Christ: a child to be adored -Luke 2:39-52| download here
The church: inclusion for all -Luke 4:16-24 | download here
The healing power of God -Luke 5:12-16 | download here
Holding the new in tension with the old -Luke 5:33-39 | download here
How to love your enemies -Luke 6:27-36 | download here
Making right judgments -Luke 6:36-42 | download here
Coping with life’s struggles -Luke 7:11-17 | download here
Jesus calms the storms of our lives -Luke 8:22-25 | download here
Celebrating the launch of MABS -Luke 9:10-17 | download here
God meets us in the ‘ordinary’ of life -Luke 9:28-43 | download here
Celebrating Sukkot -Luke 9:28-43 | download here
The cost of discipleship -Luke 9:51-62 | download here
A mission-shaped church -Luke 10:1-9 | download here
Celebrating the Queen’s 90th Birthday -Luke 10:25-37 | download here
Mary and Martha -Luke 10:38-42 | download here
Costly discipleship -Luke 14:25-33 | download here
The healing of the lepers -Luke 17:11-19 | download here
Approaching God in prayer -Luke 18:35-43 | download here
“Jesus, remember me…” -Luke 23:26-43 | download here
The resurrection of Jesus -Luke 24:1-8 | download here
JOHN
Don’t listen to this sermon! -John 1:1-14 | download here
Bringing Christ to the local community -John 1:1-14 | download here
Words and worlds -John 1:1-14 | download here
Welcoming Christ -John 1:1-14 | download here
God has moved into the neighbourhood -John 1:1-14 | download here
Social media and mission -John 1:1-14 | download here
‘Towards 2030’: Launching our new Mission Action Plan -John 1:35-42 | download here
The call to be a follower of Jesus -John 1:43-51 | download here
Jesus understands. Jesus cares. -John 2:1-11 | download here
Abundant living -John 2:1-12 | download here
True worship -John 2:13-22 | download here
Do we need to be ‘born again’? John 3:1-17 | download here
Responding to the undeserved grace of God -John 5:1-9 | download here
What is Holy Communion all about? -John 6:47-59 | download here
How to persevere when times get tough -John 6:56-69 | download here
Learning to love ourselves -John 8:12-20 | download here
God is with us in our grief -John 11:17-40 | download here
It’s all about love… -John 13:31-35 | download here
The Holy Spirit and us -John 14:15-21 | download here
Intimacy with God -John 15:1-17 | download here
Mothering Sunday -John 19:25-27 | download here
Easter Day -John 20:1-18 | download here
A fresh start with God -John 20:19-31 | download here
Jesus is restoring us -John 21:1-19 | download here
ACTS OF THE APOSTLES
Welcoming Lizzie Baughen as our Curate -Acts 1:15-26 | download here
Pentecost: Jerusalem and Antioch in unity -Acts 2:1-21 | download here
Pentecost -Acts 2:1-21 | download here
Pentecost and the General Election -Acts 2:1-21 | download here
The messy, Pentecostal church -Acts 2:1-21 | download here
Principles for mission -Acts 3:1-10 | download here
God’s healing power -Acts 3:11-16 | download here
The Church: a people with a purpose -Acts 4:23-37-51 | download here
Launching the Listening Exercise -Acts 11:1-18 | download here
The Church: prepared to fail -Acts 15:22-41 | download here
Principles for mission -Acts 17:16-32| download here
ROMANS
Peace with God -Romans 5:1-11 | download here
New life in Christ -Romans 6:1-11 | download here
No condemnation -Romans 8:1-11 | download here
Harvest Festival -Romans 8:18-27 | download here
Living with life’s tensions -Romans 8:18-39 | download here
Renewal and Transformation of the Body of Christ -Romans 12:1-8| download here
Love, respect and obedience -Romans 13:1-14 | download here
Hospitality: the heart of the Gospel -Romans 15:1-13| download here
1 CORINTHIANS
What is Holy Communion about? -1 Corinthians 11:23-28 | download here
Finding unity in diversity -1 Corinthians 12:12-20 | download here
GALATIANS
What makes a church a church? -Galatians 1:1-10 | download here
EPHESIANS
God at work within us -Ephesians 3:14-21 | download here
Steps towards resolving conflict -Ephesians 4:17-32 | download here
4 Steps to living a Wise Life -Ephesians 5:15-20 | download here
COLOSSIANS
Becoming ‘Real’ -Colossians 3:5-17 | download here
Encouraging one another in the church family -Colossians 3:16-17 | download here
1 & 2 THESSALONIANS
Preparing for Advent -1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 | download here
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God’s peace -2 Thessalonians 3:6-16 | download here
PHILEMON
Forgiveness and Reconciliation -Philemon 1 | download here
2 TIMOTHY
Leaving a good legacy -2 Timothy 2:1-10 | download here
The Bible and us -2 Timothy 3:10-17 | download here
1 PETER
The Christian hope -1 Peter 1:1-12 | download here
Living a holy life -1 Peter 1:13-25 | download here
The priestly ministry of the church -1 Peter 2:1-10 | download here
Living as a Christian in a non-Christian world -1 Peter 2:11-25 | download here
Love: the heart of positive relationships -1 Peter 3:1-12 | download here
Holding fast in the faith when times get tough -1 Peter 3:13-22 | download here
Dealing with peer pressure as a Christian -1 Peter 4:1-11 | download here
Coping when we face abuse for being a Christian -1 Peter 4:12-19 | download here
Church: a community of love and support -1 Peter 5:1-14 | download here
1, 2, & 3 JOHN
The light of God -1 John 1:1-7 | download here
Living sacrificially -1 John 3:13-18 | download here
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Truth and Love: the basis of the Christian faith -2 John | download here
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Learning by Example -3 John | download here
Online Teaching and Reflections
Faith is not limited to Sunday worship. Our online teaching and reflections offer encouragement and biblical insight to help you continue exploring and living out your faith throughout the week.
Rev Dr Steve Griffiths shares Christian messages, Bible teaching and thoughtful reflections through his YouTube channel, Rev Dr Steve. The videos explore a range of subjects relating to Christian faith, discipleship and everyday life.
Whether you are exploring Christianity, looking for encouragement or wanting to grow more deeply in your walk with God, these resources are available for you to watch and share.
Explore Faith Further
If you would like to explore the Bible and Christian faith in more depth, our study groups and learning opportunities are listed under Growing in Faith on the Teaching Disciples page.