• 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 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)

Join us for the Livestream of the Coronation Prom from the Royal Albert Hall. The All Souls Orchestra of 100 and The Coronation Prom Massed Choir will perform pieces from among others Elgar, Holst, Walton and Handel including Zadok the Priest. Rico Tice from Christianity Explored will also share a short message from the Bible.

It promises to be a great evening so come and join us in the back hall from 7pm (concert starts at 7:30pm). Refreshments will be provided and it is free of charge to attend.

For more details of the Prom see https://www.allsoulsmusic.org/.../the-coronation-prom-at.../

Join us on Christmas Eve for our short outdoor carol service followed by mince pies and warm punch. What better way to start the Christmas weekend?

Enjoy an evening of festive crafts, demonstrations and nibbles, together with some thoughts on the meaning of Christmas.

This event is free to attend

Our annual bonfire party will this year be held on 5 November itself.

Come and join in the fun - a great fire, fantastic fireworks and loads of lovely food! There is no charge for the evening. Donations towards the fireworks can be made but are not necessary - please do not bring fireworks with you other than sparklers.

It's an event for everyone young and old, and will conclude by 8pm with a game and short talk.

Venue: Low House Farm, Aldborough, nr Boroughbridge YO51 9HD

Join us for afternoon tea followed by a short service of thanksgiving for the life of HM Queen Elizabeth II.

Transport is available - please call 01904 640124 or email john@ybc.org.uk

Family Fun Day for all on Scarcroft Green, York.

Games, activities, crafts and refreshments - and all free. Come along and bring your friends.

Join us for our next Real Lives event and hear ex TV Gladiator, Warren Furman tell his story of how a life of fame and fortune left him feeling trapped, but how coming to know Jesus Christ transformed his life and gave him purpose and fulfilment.

Join us for our men’s curry night at Jaipur Spice, Haxby Road and hear ex TV Gladiator, Warren Furman tell his story of how a life of fame and fortune left him feeling trapped, but how coming to know Jesus Christ transformed his life and gave him purpose and fulfillment.

To book a place please visit www.bit.ly/YBCcurry2022

Our next Real Lives event will be an interview with Richard May, on Sunday 13 February at 6:30pm in person and live over Zoom.