Discover

Advent and Christmas at Yorkminster Park

We have a variety of special services and events over the Advent and Christmas season. Services and events are both IN-PERSON and ONLINE unless indicated otherwise.

Saturday, Dec. 2, 2:00p.m.
CITY CAROL SING
In-Person ONLY!
A FREE CONCERT in support of Churches on-the-Hill Food Bank. Keith Hampshire, Martina Ortiz Luis, and host Devo Brown are teaming up for this year's concert. Featuring the Hedgerow Singers, Hogtown Brass, John Wanless' Gr. 6 Choir conducted by our own Jessica Willingham, and the Yorkminster Park Baptist Church Choir. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. To learn more about Churches on-the-Hill Food Bank or to donate visit:cothfoodbank.ca

Advent I Sunday, December 3, 11:00 a.m.
Preaching: Rev. Dr. Peter Holmes
Sacrament of Communion

Advent I Sunday, December 3, 7:00 p.m.
Iona Service
In-Person ONLY!
With music by Iona Passage.

Tuesday, December 5, 7:30 p.m.
Toronto Mendelssohn Choir - Festival of Carols
To purchase tickets, click here.

Wednesday, December 6, 7:30 p.m.
Toronto Mendelssohn Choir - Festival of Carols
To purchase tickets, click here.

Friday, December 8, 7:30 p.m.
Handel's Messiah
Presented by the Elmer Iseler Singers, and the Viva Chamber Singers, and the Amadeus Choir, under baton of Lydia Adams.
Tickets: $25:00 To purchase, email office@yorkminsterpark.com 
or call 416-922-1167. Tickets can also be purchased in the narthex before and after worship service. Proceeds from tickets purchased directly from the church go towards the work of our Board of Mission.

Advent II Sunday, December 10, 11:00 a.m.
White Gift Sunday and Family Christmas Mission
We are asking for donation items for collection during the service. For suggestions on what to donate, click here. Contact Heather Mackey for more information.
Preaching: Rev. Paula Willis

Advent II Sunday, December 10, 4:30 p.m.
Carols by Candlelight
Featuring the Yorkminster Park Choir. A traditional candlelight choral presentation.

Saturday, December 16, 11:00 a.m.
Service of Comfort and Hope
For many, this season is not a time of joy but a time when we deal with sadness, loss, loneliness, isolation, or health challenges. This service is reminder that God is with us, especially when we face difficult times. Come to light a candle for a loved one, to pray, and to receive the Comfort and Hope that our Lord so longs to give.

Advent III Sunday, December 17, 11:00 a.m.
Family Christmas Sunday Service
Interactive Christmas Story, Scripture reading, and the Family Ministry Band.
Preaching: Rev. Dr. J. Peter Holmes

Advent III Sunday, December 17, 4:30 p.m.
Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols
Featuring the Yorkminster Park Choir. Following the tradition of King's College, Cambridge

Wednesday, Dec. 20, 7:00 p.m.
John McDermott Family Christmas
With Special Guest Dala
This is a FREE concert, open to the public. Donations if you choose to make one can be made at the door upon entry. The proceeds will be split between Yorkminster Park's Out of the Cold program and McDermott House Canada.

Advent IV Christmas Eve Sunday, December 24, 11:00 a.m.
Preaching: Rev. Dr. J. Peter Holmes

Advent IV Christmas Eve Sunday, December 24, 4:00 p.m.
Bethlehem on Yonge
The Christmas Story re-enacted in the park. Carol Singing, Cookies and Hot Chocolate in Cameron Hall. (Dress warmly)

Advent IV Christmas Eve Sunday December 24, 11:00 p.m.
Candlelight Service
Yorkminster Park Choir with narration by R.H. Thomson
Homily: Rev. Dr. J. Peter Holmes

Christmas Day, Monday, December 25, 11 a.m.
Preaching: Rev. Dr. J. Peter Holmes
Sacrament of Communion

New Year’s Eve Sunday, December 31, 11:00 a.m.
Preaching: Rev. Paula Willis 

New Year's Eve Sunday, December 31, 11:15 p.m.
Watchnight Service
Preaching: Rev. Paula Willis

Back to top