Our annual Carols by Candlelight features a collection of traditional and more modern carols, with Bible readings, prayers and a short Christmas message. This is a not to be missed event and all are welcome.
The service will be followed by mince pies and coffee
Join us on Christmas Eve for carol singing and Christmas thoughts out in our courtyard. We will have lights, a wonderful nativity scene, fire pits and will be serving warm mince pies and punch. What better way to start the Christmas weekend?
In the event of wet weather we will move into the church hall.
Hope explored is an opportunity to explore the big questions of life and the Christian faith.
This course is completely free of charge and is open to anyone.
The course consists of 3 weekly sessions (on 15, 22 & 29 January 2024) that last for about an hour and a half, from 7:00 – 8:30pm. Each session we will meet and have some refreshments together whilst watching a couple of videos made by Hope Explored and chat about what we think.
To watch the promo video please click here:
To register interest in this current session please complete the form below - or if you would be interested in future sessions please click here:
Bring your child dressed as a character from the nativity and help us retell the story of the first Christmas.
This will be a part of Jellytots, our parent/carer and toddler group for those with children of pre-school age.
An evening of festive crafts, demonstrations and nibbles with some thoughts on the true meaning of Christmas.
Hosted by Jellytots, our parent/carer and toddler group.
What does the Bible say about baptism?
Why is it important to be baptised?
Who can be baptised?
How do I get baptised at YBC?
If you have any of these questions come along and explore together. We will answering these (and other) questions and will be looking at what the Bible says about Baptism. We will also discuss the process for being baptised at YBC.
If you are unable to make this session we will be running further sessions every four months or so.
To register interest in this session please complete the form below:
Got questions about God, the world and you?
The 321 course invites you to see life the way Jesus does. Over the course of four sessions, Glen Scrivener presents Jesus’ vision for life through interactive videos that help us better understand God, the world and ourselves.
The course considers God’s Three-ness, the world’s two-ness and your one-ness. Each session begins with a thoughtful question followed by stunning stroytelling and compelling commentary.
Begin 321 here. Engage in thoughtful conversation as part of a small group hosted in a friendly environment. Interact with the videos then share your thoughts and experiences with others.
Interested? Please sign up below and we will be in touch.
Hosted by York Baptist Church
First session: Tuesday 12 November at 7:45pm in the church lounge
PLEASE SIGN UP BELOW TO REGISTER INTEREST
Join us for our Quiz Night on 2 November. Fun for all the family, with rounds for children and adults alike together with surprise challenges.
Refreshments will be provided and there will be a short talk explaining the Christian message at the end.
The event is free of charge
Come and hear the amazing story of Dr Paul Brand, a medical missionary to South India and renowned leprosy surgeon. Dr Brand was a pioneer in developing tendon transfer techniques for use in the hands of those with leprosy.
This will be part of our Sunday evening service which will also include a talk on Jesus’ healing of a leper from Luke 5.
Join us for a wonderful evening of music and chat featuring, among others, Pugan Daengruan (Mr Saxboy) on the saxophone and Andrew Brown on the piano.
Towards the end of the evening we will ‘pause for thought’ and after the concert refreshments will be provided.
Admission is free and all are welcome.
If you are a new student in York and are looking for a church then we'd love to see you. We are holding a student welcome service on the morning of 20 October - which will be followed by a student lunch.
Of course you would be welcome any Sunday but if you are looking around at different churches why not schedue in to join us on 20th -we'd love to see you and get to know you.
What is church membership and why is it important?
What are the privileges of being a church member?
What are the responsibilities of church membership?
How do I become a member of YBC?
If you are a regular attender at YBC and have any of these questions, come along and explore together. We will answering these (and other) questions and will be looking at what the Bible says about Church membership.
This session is about exploring - coming along does not necessarily mean you will follow a process leading to membership
If you are unable to make this session we will be running further sessions every four months or so.
To register interest in this session please complete the form below:
What does the Bible say about baptism?
Why is it important to be baptised?
Who can be baptised?
How do I get baptised at YBC?
If you have any of these questions come along and explore together. We will answering these (and other) questions and will be looking at what the Bible says about Baptism. We will also discuss the process for being baptised at YBC.
If you are unable to make this session we will be running further sessions every four months or so.
To register interest in this session please complete the form below:
Join us for afternoon tea followed by a short service.
Transport is available - please call 01904 640124 or send a message.
***CANCELLED***
We have been keeping an eye on the forecast and it looks like thundery showers tomorrow afternoon.
In light of this we have reluctantly decided to cancel the event. Sorry if you were planning to join us.
MomentumYes is a free video and discussion-based series designed to help everyday Christians rethink God’s mission, the call of the church and each of our individual roles.
The series runs over six weekly sessions. Each evening starts at 7:30pm with a shared meal and will conclude by 9:30pm.
For more information about the MomentumYes series see here
To sign up to attend this series please click here
If you would like to volunteer to help provide a meal for one of the sessions please use the form below
Christianity Explored is an opportunity to explore Mark’s Gospel and discover who Jesus is, why He came and what it means to follow Him.
This series is completely free of charge and is open to anyone.
The series consists of 7 weekly sessions that last for about an hour and a half, from 7:00 – 8:30pm. Each session we include refreshments together and we will watch and discuss a film and look at a passage from Mark’s Gospel together.
To watch the promo video please click below
To register interest in this current series please complete the form below - or if you would be interested in future sessions please click here:
What is church membership and why is it important?
What are the privileges of being a church member?
What are the responsibilities of church membership?
How do I become a member of YBC?
If you are a regular attender at YBC and have any of these questions, come along and explore together. We will answering these (and other) questions and will be looking at what the Bible says about Church membership.
This session is about exploring - coming along does not necessarily mean you will follow a process leading to membership
If you are unable to make this session we will be running further sessions every four months or so.
To register interest in this session please complete the form below:
What does the Bible say about baptism?
Why is it important to be baptised?
Who can be baptised?
How do I get baptised at YBC?
If you have any of these questions come along and explore together. We will answering these (and other) questions and will be looking at what the Bible says about Baptism. We will also discuss the process for being baptised at YBC.
If you are unable to make this session we will be running further sessions every four months or so.
To register interest in this session please complete the form below:
Hope explored is an opportunity to explore the big questions of life and the Christian faith.
This course is completely free of charge and is open to anyone.
The course consists of 3 weekly sessions (on 10, 17 & 24 January 2024) that last for about an hour and a half, from 7:30 – 9:00pm. Each session we will meet and have some refreshments together whilst watching a couple of videos made by Hope Explored and chat about what we think.
To watch the promo video please click here:
To register interest in this current session please complete the form below - or if you would be interested in future sessions please click here:
Join us on Christmas Eve for carol singing and Christmas thoughts out in our courtyard. We will have lights, a wonderful nativity scene, fire pits and will be serving warm mince pies and punch. What better way to start the Christmas weekend?
Our annual Carols by Candlelight features a collection of traditional and more modern carols, with Bible readings, prayers and a short Christmas message. This is a not to be missed event and all are welcome.
The service will be followed by mince pies and coffee
An informal and relaxed afternoon with carols, readings and Christmas refreshments. Part of our regular Tuesday Drop in. Join us if you can
Join us for our wonderful Toddler Nativity service. Hear a retelling of the Christmas story and see the children create a Christmas tableau. Bring your child dressed as a character from the Nativity Story (e.g. Mary, Joseph, Angel, Shepherd, Wise man etc).
It promises to be a great occasion and one which may be full of surprises - who knows what might happen when toddlers are involved?
The short service is followed by a light tea.
Organised by Jellytots - our twice weekly Parent and Toddler group
A Nativity Service for all ages. Children from our Sunday School (Club Sunday) will be taking part.
Followed by tea and coffee
WE ARE VERY SORRY TO SAY THAT WE HAVE HAD TO CANCEL THE BONFIRE DUE TO THE VERY WET CONDITIONS
This event has now been replaced by our Burger and Quiz Night
Come and join us for our Burger and Quiz Night on Saturday 4 November. This will be for all the family and food will be provided. The evening will conclude with at short talk.
Join us for afternoon tea followed by a short service.
Transport is available - please call 01904 640124 or send a message.
If you are a new student in York and are looking for a church then we'd love to see you. We are holding a student welcome service on the morning of 8 October - which will be followed by a student lunch.
Of course you would be welcome any Sunday but if you are looking around at different churches why not schedue in to join us on 8th -we'd love to see you and get to know you.
Fun and Games for all on Scarcroft Green. Games, activities crafts and refreshments - and all free. Come and bring your friends.
What does the Bible say about baptism?
Why is it important to be baptised?
Who can be baptised?
How do I get baptised at YBC?
If you have any of these questions come along and explore together. We will answering these (and other) questions and will be looking at what the Bible says about Baptism. We will also discuss the process for being baptised at YBC.
If you are unable to make this session we will be running further sessions every three months or so.
To register interest in this session please complete the form below:
Life Explored is an informal and relaxed seven-week series. It's for anyone who wants to find contentment and happiness in life.
You don't need to know anything about the Bible, and you won't be asked to pray or sing. You can ask any questions you like, or you can just sit and listen.
Whoever you are, whatever you're thinking, Life Explored is a place for you to discover the greatest gift in the universe.
This course is completely free of charge and is open to anyone.
Life Explored will run at York Baptist Church starting Wednesday 15th March 2023 at 7:30pm.
The series will run for 4 weeks (on 15, 22, 29 March & 5 April) before taking a week’s break. The series will then restart on 19th April and run through to 3rd May.
Watch the promo video below to find out more:
To register interest please click here
A service to mark the Coronation of King Charles III. With activities for children and followed by a pack up lunch (bring your own food - drinks will be provided)