Find your way to joy
WELCOME TO A JOYFUL CHRISTMAS
ABOUT THE EVENT
Joyful Christmas 2025 is a special Christmas celebration hosted by Joy Church Tokyo and Paz Church Tokyo, created to bring people together through music, community, and the timeless message of Christmas.
Join us for an evening filled with live music, inspiring stories, and exciting prizes, featuring special guests Bay Turner (from America's Got Talent) and Matt Murton (former Hanshin Tigers player).
Everyone is welcome! Bring your friends and family for a night to remember!
Location: Hotel Flora Funabashi 2F
Date: December 14, 2025 (Sunday)
Time: 17:00 – 19:00 (Doors open 16:30)
Hosted by: Joy Church Tokyo & Paz Church Tokyo
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SPECIAL CHRISTMAS CONCERT
BAY TURNER
Bay Turner is an American gospel artist and former opera singer whose extraordinary voice and inspiring story of recovery have captivated audiences worldwide. A graduate of The Juilliard School, he performed internationally before a vocal injury nearly ended his career. After a miraculous recovery, Bay discovered a new purpose in music — blending gospel, soul, and pop into a unique "gospel pop" sound filled with passion and hope. He has appeared on America's Got Talent (Season 17), led worship with the Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir, and signed with Centricity Music after his viral cover of CeCe Winans' "Alabaster Box." Today, Bay continues to reach global audiences, performing alongside artists such as Maverick City Music, Boyz II Men, and Calum Scott, sharing songs that uplift and inspire.
SPECIAL TALK
MATT MURTON
Matt Murton played for the Hanshin Tigers from 2010 to 2015 and became one of the most beloved foreign players in Japan. In his rookie season, he recorded 214 hits, breaking Ichiro Suzuki's single-season hit record and becoming a legend in Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB). Over six seasons with the Tigers, he achieved 1,020 total hits and a .310 batting average, earning four All-Star selections, four Best Nine Awards, and becoming the Central League batting champion in 2014. Before coming to Japan, Murton was drafted by the Boston Red Sox and later made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut with the Chicago Cubs. Known not only for his accomplishments on the field but also for his humility and character off the field, Matt continues to share his story with audiences around the world — one of perseverance, integrity, and a joy that transcends sports.
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