The St. Andrew’s Initiative tasks itself with bringing together the local community of Aylestone Village in Leicestershire, through a programme of social events and activities.
This means serving the geographical parish of Aylestone in a number of ways –
- by being a community of hospitality and welcome
- by providing good and accessible worship
- by serving those in need through friendship and ministry
- by developing programmes of life-long learning in Christian faith
- by valuing the heritage of the medieval church building and enhancing its use through a programme of arts events.
St. Andrew’s Initiative works towards the Mission Statement of the church in order to maintain the Parish Church as a living community of faith for all.
Any monies raised through the events of St Andrews Initiative are put towards developing the future life of the church in relation to the wider community.
The St. Andrew’s Initiative events for 2022 are as follows;
Summer Sunday Afternoon Concerts
Held at St. Andrew’s Church| All Welcome
Dates for this years concerts are as follows;
Sunday the 17th of July, 24th of July, 31st of July, 7th of August and the 14th of August. These are subject to change. Details of the performances will follow nearer the time.
St. Andrew’s Church will be open from 3pm to give everyone an opportunity to discover the history of our beautiful Church. Concerts will take place between 4pm and 5pm followed by tea & cake. Entry to our Sunday concert programme is free.
Friday 23rd of September – Fashion Show
7:30pm | Held at St. Andrew’s Parish Hall | All Welcome | Ticketed Event
Take an opportunity to renew your wardrobe with the SOS Fashion Team. Lots of High Street clothing brands at affordable prices. More details to follow.
Sunday 2nd of October – Harvest Lunch
Time: TBC | Held at St. Andrew’s Parish Hall | All Welcome | Ticketed Event
Saturday the 5th of November – Quiz Night / Fish & Chips
Time: TBC | Held at St. Andrew’s Parish Hall | All Welcome | Ticketed Event
Saturday the 12th of November St. Andrew’s Christmas Craft Fair
10am to 4pm | Held at St. Andrew’s Parish Hall | All Welcome
This is our fourth Christmas Craft Fair…an ideal opportunity to get some Christmas shopping done with wonderful Crafters and Makers.

Time: From 7:30pm | Held at St. Andrew’s Church| All Welcome | Ticketed Event
Enjoy our annual Christmas Concert, this year with Foresters Brass
This will be our third Christmas Concert…we hope you can join us…its a great way to get in the festive spirit.