July 2019
This fellowship discussed issues impacting the community, country, and world while knitting and crocheting together. Everything created by members in our sessions is donated to people in need. For more information,
Find out moreDuring these four weeks we dive into the middle of some of the most beloved gospel passages in Luke’s gospel. From hard words of Jesus laying out the challenges of what it means to be a disciple, to the parable of the Good Samaritan, these weeks will give us the opportunity to hear these words of Jesus again and consider how they’re woven together to create a rich and full picture of what he was trying to show his first disciples about what it meant to follow him. Different preaching voices of the Riverside pastoral team will each add his or her own take on these familiar biblical texts, their voices weaving together to help all of us understand more clearly what these ancient stories mean for our modern context. And all of these threads will find their way into the tapestries of our own lives, creating depth and beauty we might never have anticipated. Join [...]
Find out morePlease join us for a fun, family-friendly opportunity to celebrate our spiritual call to giving and service at our next Grateful Gathering. We’re excited to highlight the wonderful work that’s been done in our community and share with you a preview of what’s to come! We will provide a delicious lunch, fun games, and warm fellowship, and the entirCe church community is invited.
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In the Theatre of the Oppressed, “spectator” is a bad word. Be a spectator who acts (spect-actor) and become fluent in the human language of theatre. Contact Jeremiah Kyle Drake at theatreoftheoppressedtrc@gmail.com.
Find out moreThe Latino Ministry brings to the congregation the political, cultural, and spiritual issues of Latino/as living in the United States. To learn more and get involved, contact Arelis Figueroa
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Riverside’s annual series features some of the world’s most outstanding organists performing on The Riverside Church’s famed Aeolian-Skinner pipe organ, one of the most magnificent instruments of its kind. Carillon recitals on the Laura Spelman Rockefeller Memorial Carillon will precede each organ recital at 6:30 pm.
Find out moreBe a friend to an immigration asylum-seeker currently detained in Elizabeth, NJ. We welcome volunteers to be pen-pals, twice-monthly visitors to the detention center or contributors for phone cards and commissary purchased on behalf of detained migrants. Drivers are also needed. For more information and to join our team of Sojourners, please contact Frances Connell at frances.connell@gmail.com.
Find out moreDuring these four weeks we dive into the middle of some of the most beloved gospel passages in Luke’s gospel. From hard words of Jesus laying out the challenges of what it means to be a disciple, to the parable of the Good Samaritan, these weeks will give us the opportunity to hear these words of Jesus again and consider how they’re woven together to create a rich and full picture of what he was trying to show his first disciples about what it meant to follow him. Different preaching voices of the Riverside pastoral team will each add his or her own take on these familiar biblical texts, their voices weaving together to help all of us understand more clearly what these ancient stories mean for our modern context. And all of these threads will find their way into the tapestries of our own lives, creating depth and beauty we might never have anticipated. Join [...]
Find out moreThis ministry uses theatre as a means of empowering participants to become actors in movements for social and political change. Originating in Brazil, this technique teaches participants about their power and agency within institutions and systems. For more information, please contact Jeremiah Drake at theatreoftheoppressedtrc@gmail.com.
Find out moreRiverside’s annual series features some of the world’s most outstanding organists performing on The Riverside Church’s famed Aeolian-Skinner pipe organ, one of the most magnificent instruments of its kind. Carillon recitals on the Laura Spelman Rockefeller Memorial Carillon will precede each organ recital at 6:30 pm.
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Riverside’s annual series features some of the world’s most outstanding organists performing on The Riverside Church’s famed Aeolian-Skinner pipe organ, one of the most magnificent instruments of its kind. Carillon recitals on the Laura Spelman Rockefeller Memorial Carillon will precede each organ recital at 6:30 pm.
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Join Rueben Martinez and Rev. Jim Keat for The Digital Cathedral, a class where you will learn about a specific aspect of technology or digital media that will help you engage more with The Riverside Church and the world around you. Half of the sessions spend time focusing on a specific topic or theme (see below). Every session has space for help with specific tech related questions or problems you have. Laptops will be available for participants but you can also bring your own device! February 10 | 20T | open session March 10 | 411 MLK | Digital Discipleship at Riverside April 14 | 411 MLK | open sessions May 12 | 411 MLK | Social Media 101: Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram June 9 | 20T | open sessions July 14 | 9T | Podcasts, YouTube, Livestream, oh my! August 11 | 411 MLK | open sessions September 8 | 411 MLK | Social Media 201: Facebook [...]
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