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Christmas Church Services: An Awe-Inspiring Selection
New York City has a huge assortment of Christmas church services from which to choose including every denomination you can think of. So, if you’re looking for a place to worship, look no further. New York City is home to some of the most beautiful churches and cathedrals, offering highly spiritual masses and visually stunning houses of workshop. This is the time to be reminded that the beauty of Christmas is not limited to material gifts, but can be found in anyone of the following churches.
This Collegiate Reformed Protestant Dutch church began in 1628 but its current structure was built in 1854. Interestingly, this is where Dr. Norman Vincent Peale began and where his famous “The Power of Positive Thinking" was born. Click here for list of Christmas church services.
Riverside Church 490 Riverside Drive at 120th Street Telephone: 212-870-6700
Riverside Church is built on one of the highest points of the city and overlooks the Hudson River. The edifice is modeled after the 13th Century Gothic cathedral in Chartres, France and covers two city blocks. This interdenominational church is noted as one of the 10 best places to hear the Christmas Gospel by USA Today. Click here for a list of Christmas church services.
St Batholomew’s Church 325 Park Avenue Telephone: 212-378-0222
Founded in 1823, Saint Thomas Church was incorporated in the City of New York on January 9, 1824, by members from three downtown parishes who wanted to establish a church in their own neighborhood on the northern edge of "settled" Manhattan. The first edifice was at Broadway and Houston Streets. Click here to learn more about the building.
St. Thomas has one of the best choirs! Their services are very popular so be sure to get there early! Click here for a schedule of Christmas Church services.
St. Patrick's Cathedral 460 Madison Avenue Between 50th and 51st Streets Telephone: 212-753-2261
St Patrick’s Cathedral, dedicated in 1879, is an international landmark that welcomes more than five million visitors of every religious denomination each year. It is one of the most well known churches in the world. St. Patrick’s It features one of the most beautiful Christmas Eve masses in New York City.As a result, the mass requires an entry ticket. The good news is that Christmas day offers multiple opportunities for workshop. In addition to attending services, we encourage you to visit the Cathedral for its architectural beauty. Click here for a virtual tour of the cathedral.
