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Hello River-ites!
Happy Friday!
We wanted to let you know about the plans for this Sunday and also for some exciting upcoming events!
THIS SUNDAY! (12/08)
The River has moved to a beautiful new meeting space in Midtown Manhattan (15 W. 39th Street)! Join us this Sunday (12/08)! Maddie Abbott will preach on the topic "Inheritances" as part of our Advent sermon series.
RiverKids/Youth
Our Nursery, RiverKids, and RiverYouth programs will be available during the service. Drop-off begins at 10:15am. Please contact Amelia at [email protected] (Nursery, Preschool, Elementary) or Maddie at [email protected] (Youth) with any questions or concerns.
Bagel Sunday! (after the service)
Stick around after the service to socialize with other River-ites over bagels!
UPCOMING SUNDAY SERVICE SCHEDULE:
WAYS TO ENGAGE DURING ADVENT:
This year, we are offering a number of ways to engage during the Advent season, including Sunday services, a daily devotional guide (from Kate Bowler), and Praying in Color templates (from Sybil MacBeth). For more information, check out the blog on our website or the River app!
ONGOING GROUPS/GATHERINGS:
The River has many groups/gatherings that meet on a regular basis! Joining a group is a great way to feel more connected to the River community and to build meaningful relationships. Below we've listed some upcoming meeting dates. For more information on group descriptions and meeting times/locations, please check out our website. To connect with group leaders or to RSVP, please fill out the Connection Card.
UPCOMING EVENTS
3rd Annual River Cookie Decorating Party! (Saturday, 12/21)
Come decorate Christmas cookies in Park Slope, Brooklyn! River kids, youth, and adults are welcome! For more information and to RSVP, please contact Michelle via the Connection Card.
Happy Friday!
We wanted to let you know about the plans for this Sunday and also for some exciting upcoming events!
THIS SUNDAY! (12/08)
The River has moved to a beautiful new meeting space in Midtown Manhattan (15 W. 39th Street)! Join us this Sunday (12/08)! Maddie Abbott will preach on the topic "Inheritances" as part of our Advent sermon series.
RiverKids/Youth
Our Nursery, RiverKids, and RiverYouth programs will be available during the service. Drop-off begins at 10:15am. Please contact Amelia at [email protected] (Nursery, Preschool, Elementary) or Maddie at [email protected] (Youth) with any questions or concerns.
Bagel Sunday! (after the service)
Stick around after the service to socialize with other River-ites over bagels!
UPCOMING SUNDAY SERVICE SCHEDULE:
- 12/8 (THIS Sunday): Advent Service & Bagel Sunday!
- 12/15: Advent Service & RiverKids/Youth Presentation Rehearsal
- 12/22: All-Age Christmas Celebration & Christmas Party (with pizza)!
- 12/29: No Service
- 1/05: Conversation Church
- 1/12: Regular Service & Bagel Sunday!
WAYS TO ENGAGE DURING ADVENT:
This year, we are offering a number of ways to engage during the Advent season, including Sunday services, a daily devotional guide (from Kate Bowler), and Praying in Color templates (from Sybil MacBeth). For more information, check out the blog on our website or the River app!
ONGOING GROUPS/GATHERINGS:
The River has many groups/gatherings that meet on a regular basis! Joining a group is a great way to feel more connected to the River community and to build meaningful relationships. Below we've listed some upcoming meeting dates. For more information on group descriptions and meeting times/locations, please check out our website. To connect with group leaders or to RSVP, please fill out the Connection Card.
- Men's Group on Zoom (Mondays at 9am)
- Wednesday Lunch Break on Zoom (Wednesdays at 12:15pm)
- LGBTQ+ and Friends Fellowship: Holiday Edition! (Wednesday, 12/11)
- Women's LifeGroup (Friday, 12/13)
- Brooklyn Hangout: Christmas Potluck (Saturday, 12/14)
- Queer LifeGroup (Monday, 12/16)
- Queens Community Gathering (Friday, 12/20)
UPCOMING EVENTS
3rd Annual River Cookie Decorating Party! (Saturday, 12/21)
Come decorate Christmas cookies in Park Slope, Brooklyn! River kids, youth, and adults are welcome! For more information and to RSVP, please contact Michelle via the Connection Card.