Joy to the World! -Jenny Oaks Baker & Family Four + MN Saints Chorale & Orchestra
Friday, December 11, 2026 — 7 PM @ Benson Great Hall (Arden Hills, MN)
Reserve your seats in advance, tickets are $27 – $60.
Purchase tickets through Bethel’s ticketing website:
NOTE ON TICKET PURCHASE: You’ll create an account (or login) in order to reserve seats and purchase tickets on the Bethel ticketing website.
- Once you’re on the ticketing website, at the top of the page click the blue button “Login/Register,” and then select “general public.”
- If you’ve purchased from Bethel before, select the “Log In” tab.
If this is your first time ordering tickets, select the “Register” tab.
Please contact the Bethel Ticket Office if you have any questions about ordering tickets or if you’d like to order tickets by phone.
ABOUT THE CONCERT
Experience the magic of Christmas with Grammy-nominated violinist Jenny Oaks Baker and her accomplished children, musical ensemble Family Four, in a heartwarming, Christ-centered holiday show featuring Tony Award-Winning Soprano Lisa Hopkins Seegmiller.
Enjoy captivating and cherished Christmas carols arranged by Emmy Award-winning composer Kurt Bestor, an inspiring script by New York Times best-selling author Jason F. Wright, and moving narration and powerful vocals by baritone Preston Yates.
Returning by popular demand are vibrant performances by local ballet companies and Irish dancers, and featuring a combined ensemble of the Minnesota Saints Chorale & Orchestra and the St. Joseph of the Lakes Catholic Church Choir as directed by Barb Thibaudeau, Kate McWilliams and Andrea Grasse. This unforgettable show is sure to fill your season with joy, reverence, and festive cheer!
“Joy to the World” is produced by SoulFill Music Foundation, sponsored by the Sorenson Legacy Foundation, and is proud to support #LighttheWorld.
SEATING
- Doors open at 6:30 PM for ticket holders.
- Concert begins at 7 PM.
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
Benson Great Hall is located on the Bethel University campus, in Arden Hills (north of the Twin Cities). For driving directions: https://goo.gl/maps/6PigZitbTXUS69nv5
PARKING
Parking is uncovered and free and is located close to Benson Great Hall in the West Parking Lot. From Bethel Drive look for the side entrance of the building (also called the “Community Life Center”). There will be ushers both outside and inside the building to greet you and point the way.
ACCESSIBILITY
There is a drop-off zone in front of the Benson Great Hall building. Once inside the building, it is a short distance to the performance hall. Wheelchair accessible seating is available on the main floor in front of the Mezzanine. For accessibility questions contact ticket office at 651.638.6333.
AGES
For ages 6 and up.
