KNOWING × LIVING × SHARING × CHRIST
We have a variety of mid-week groups and activities where people can meet to discuss, pray and explore their faith together.
Running alongside the morning services we have a staffed crèche, Crèche Plus (pre-schoolers) and Club Sunday for the kids. We also have a Bible class for young people up to the age of 14.
Our Tuesday Fellowship holds fortnightly informal meetings for worship, prayer and Bible teaching on alternate Tuesday afternoons at 2pm in the back hall. It seeks to provide a caring fellowship for people of any age. The Tuesday Fellowship faithfully supports of the work of the Baptist Missionary Society and other missionary organisations through prayer, giving and in practical ways where possible.
Who wants free food? Thought so! The student group at YBC have regular student lunches after the morning services, and ‘Reflect’ in the evenings which is a chance to hang out and discuss more about what we’ve been learning at the evening service.
Tuesday evenings, 6:15pm - 7:30pm (Back Hall).
Our midweek club for kids in school years 3-6. A typical evening comprises games, quizzes, Bible teaching and prayer.
Wednesday and Friday mornings 10:00am - 11:30am (Back Hall)
Jellytots is a group for parents or carers and pre-school children. There is no need to register - just turn up! in the back hall.
During our Real Lives events we interview guest speakers and find out something of their life stories, and how having a relationship with God has changed their lives.
Thursdays 3:45pm - 4:45pm (Back Hall).
Sparkz is a club for children at infant school (reception - year 2). Children can be dropped off any time after 3:30pm.
Each week we have games, songs, Bible story and a quiz.
‘Revive’ services are once a month in the evening, a contemporary service aimed at being more youth friendly.
There is no better way to get to know people, have fellowship and enjoy prayer support than to join one of our house groups! In an informal setting, we study the Bible, share prayer needs and, of course, pray. Groups meet on a weekly basis in different parts of the city as follows:
Fulford (Tuesday evenings)
Acomb (Thursday evenings)
Central York (Thursday evenings)
Earswick (Thursday evenings)
Naburn (Thursday evenings)
Poppleton (Thursday evenings)
Central York (alternate Friday afternoons)
Every Friday evening, 7:45 - 9:15pm in the back hall. FNL is our weekly youth club for anyone in school years 7-10. A typical evening will include organised games, free time, tuck shop and a short talk.
"Above all our focus is on Christ. We seek to bring honour and glory to His name in all that we do and are."
Knowing Christ
YBC exists to help individuals develop and grow in their knowledge of Christ. We aim to do so through regular worship, Bible teaching, and prayer.
“That I may know him” - Philippians 3:10
Living Christ
YBC exists to encourage and support individuals to live out their Christian commitment in everyday life whether in the home, at work or at play.
“You are the light of the world” - Matthew 5:14
Sharing Christ
YBC exists to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with a needy and lost world. We aim to support and encourage evangelism both within and without the church, both at home and overseas.
“Go into all the world and preach the gospel” - Matthew 28:30
LOCATION
York Baptist Church
Priory Street
YORK
YO1 6EX
SUNDAY SERVICES
Morning 10.45 – 12.00
Evening 6.30 – 8.00
Phone
01904 640124
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WHO ARE WE?
We are an Evangelical Bible-believing baptist church. We are a member of the Evangelical Alliance and subscribe to its Basis of Faith.
We aim to worship in a lively but balanced and Biblical way, and you will find a mix of modern songs and well-loved traditional hymns.
Our Minister Gary Patchen brings God’s word to us each week through systematic Biblical exposition.
WHAT DO WE DO?
We meet each Sunday at 10:45am and 6:30pm to worship God together and to hear from His word, the Bible. All are welcome whether you are a Christian or not.
We share communion together twice a month and welcome all who know Jesus Christ as their Lord and Saviour to take communion with us, regardless of denominational background.
We also have regular all-age worship services led by a team from the church. On one Sunday evening of each month we have a more informal service at 6.30pm, often in the back hall, and we also have monthly ‘Revive’ services – a more contemporary service aimed at being more youth friendly.
What facilities are available?
A loop system is installed for hearing-aid users on the inner banks of pews. We now have a ramp allowing wheelchair access through the main entrance and inside the church there are spaces for wheelchair users to sit with family and friends.
Running alongside the morning service we have a staffed crèche, which allows parents to leave their children and return to the church for the rest of the service if they wish to do so. We also have supervised activities for young people up to the age of 14. Visitors are very welcome to join these or stay with their parents throughout the service.
Everything we do is expressed in the following ways:
SERVICE
Being equipped to use gifts in service – both in church and in the world.
WORSHIP
Encountering God in church services, groups and in life.
OUTREACH
Spreading the good news of Jesus, in York and around the world.
RELATIONSHIPS
Using our relationships to be role models pointing towards Christ.
DISCIPLESHIP
Learning how to follow Jesus better and making new disciples.