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From family-friendly worship to candlelight and carols, Christmas offers moments of joy, reflection, and hope.

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Christmas at James Bay United Church
 Moderator's Christmas Message

Moderator's Christmas Message

Setting a Place at the Table This Christmas

In her annual Christmas message, The United Church of Canada Moderator, Rev. Kimberly Heath, reflects on the surprising origin of the word "Bedlam" and how its meaning connects the original Nativity scene to the confusion of our modern world.

For more infomation visit:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YfUKmKOH5LQ

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Community Lunch Update

Community Lunch Update

Community Lunch will be closed on Christmas Day, Thursday, December 25. We’ll reopen on Thursday, January 1 (New Year’s Day) from 1:00–2:30 pm, offering lunch and Food Share. All are welcome.

For more infomation visit:

http://jamesbayunited.com/events/community-lunch/2025-12-18

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Tuesday Night Jazz at the Church Presents

Tuesday Night Jazz at the Church Presents

"Night Before the Night Before" with the Great American Songbook Trio!

The Great American Songbook Trio features three of the West Coast’s finest musicians coming together to celebrate the infinite possibilities of lyric, melody, and harmony found in the Great American Songbook.

For more infomation visit:

http://jamesbayunited.com/events/tuesday-night-jazz-at-the-church-presents--367/2025-12-23

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The Risk of Birth, Christmas 1973

The Risk of Birth, Christmas 1973

Poem by Madeleine L’Engle

A poignant poem for this season of waiting and wonder: “The Risk of Birth” reflects on love daring to be born even in times of conflict and uncertainty. Take a moment to read and reflect!

For more infomation visit:

https://www.jamesbayunited.com/pages/the-poetry-of-christmas-2025

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Christmas for the Young & Young at Heart

Christmas for the Young & Young at Heart

December 24, 4pm

Join us for a special in-person Christmas Eve gathering designed with children in mind. In just 30 minutes, experience the sacred story of this holy night brought to life with a cast of characters and a few beloved Christmas songs. While there are no candles, this service offers a warm and welcoming space for all ages to come together.

For more infomation visit:

http://jamesbayunited.com/events/christmas-for-the-young-young-at-heart/2025-12-24

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Christmas Eve

Christmas Eve

December 24, 7:45 pm

Christmas Eve is a special time to give thanks, reflect, and take in the story of the birth of one who would bring unimaginable grace and love into the world. We share in Communion and end the service with a candle-lit singing of Silent Night. 

For more infomation visit:

http://jamesbayunited.com/events/christmas-eve--600/2025-12-24

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