The River Church
Making Room for Neighbors
On March 21st, Pastor Brad will be continuing our new series on Making Room for Neighbors and look at how we can simply be a good neighbor to those living around us. Join us at 9:45 or 11:15 as we explore how we can refocus our attention on the relationships and opportunities we have in our neighborhoods.
Locations & Times
The River Church
5546 Cincinnati Dayton Rd, Liberty Township, OH 45044, USA
Sunday 9:45 AM
Sunday 11:15 AM
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Let us know if there is anything we can do to better serve you. Oh, if you haven't done so already, remember to head to your favorite social media platform to let everyone know you are here by checking in or following and liking ours!
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Worship Service Registration
Services on site have resumed, and we are so excited to be back with you! Please go to hittheriver.com, under the events tab, and register for the service you would like to attend. We are offering 2 service times at 9:45 a.m., and 11:15 a.m. If you would rather watch online, both services will be streaming live at facebook.com/hittheriver and on our website at HitTheRiver.com.
Mask Update
At the 11:15 service only, the Elders have decided to make the service masks strongly . This means that just as in restaurants, once you are in your seating area you may remove your mask. It must, however, be used upon entering and exiting your seat location.
RBK- Toddler and Preschool
RiverBank Kids has reopened the toddler and preschool Sunday School rooms during our 9:45 a.m. worship service. Toddlers are any child 18 months through 2 years of age, and our preschool room will serve our 3, 4, and 5-year-olds. Distance will be in place to the best of our ability, with masks being required for preschoolers and any child in K-5. A detailed reopening plan with more information will be sent out to families the first of the week with more information, but if you have any questions, contact Taylor Starr at taylor@hittheriver.com.
RiverBank Kids- Virtual Sunday School
Did you know? RiverBank Kids offers a virtual Sunday School option for families unable or choose to attend on-campus services at The River. Virtual Sunday School (for kindergarten-5th graders) is hosted on Zoom at 10 a.m. every Sunday and is overseen by passionate RBK teachers who love connecting with remote families. The link and password needed to attend virtual Sunday School is sent in the weekly RBK newsletter on Sunday mornings. If you’d like to receive this newsletter, contact Taylor Starr at taylor@hittheriver.com.
RiverBank Kids- 9:45 a.m. service
We have reopened children’s ministry during the 9:45 a.m. service (ONLY). Please consider volunteering to serve in our children’s ministry. Here is what to expect:
· Registration is required, and space is limited. Register your family each week at hittheriver.com
· Check-in your family together for service.
· At check-in, kids are given preprinted name tags and parent tags. Kids will also have their temperature checked.
· Kids will enjoy a socially distanced lesson, craft, and game.
· We will Zoom with families at home during the teaching portion of our time together.
The Zoom link will be in your weekly RBKids email. Also, curriculum links will still be emailed to families every Sunday morning at 8:00 a.m., so that kids can enjoy the same lesson content that we will be offering at church.
Food is needed!
There has been a huge flood in Breathitt County, KY, where our ministry partner, Happy Church, is located. This is one of the poorest counties in the United States. On 3/21 and 3/28 we are accepting donations here at The River Church of food that will be delivered to displaced families. Here’s what we need: Nonperishable foods. Canned items need to have pull tabs so can openers are not needed. Look for canned foods that are precooked and can be eaten straight from the can if necessary. Any other nonperishable foods are accepted as well. You can bring the foods on Sunday or drop them off between the worship center doors during the week. Thank you!
You’ve Been Egged- RBKids
Easter is right around the corner! The RiverBank Kids team is excited to celebrate with families in a safe, fun, and festive way! On the morning of Saturday, March 27th, volunteers will be creating mini-egg hunts in your very own front yard for your kids to enjoy. More information is available, and sign-ups are open at hittheriver.com/events. If you are interested in serving during this event, contact Taylor at taylor@hittheriver.com.
Movie Night- River Youth
The River Youth is inviting all students in 6th-12th grade for a private screening of Spiderman: Into the Spiderverse on Saturday, April 17th, 2:45pm-5:30 pm. Tickets are $5 and spots are limited so make sure you sign up early! The movie is rated PG for frenetic sequences of animated action violence, thematic elements, and mild language. Contact Zach@HitTheRiver.com if you have any questions.
Attention all artists!!!
Do you paint, draw, sculpt or enjoy other forms or artistic expression? We would love to display your spiritually gifted, Holy Spirit inspired art and invite you to...CREATE for Easter. Design artwork around our theme, "How to Live in Victory!" based on John 11:25. Contact Pastor Justin @ justin@hittheriver.com regarding the type of art you are brining and deliver it on Sunday, March 28th.
FREE Digital Bible Study Resources
One of our goals here is to provide everyone who attends The River with discipleship resources, which is why we’re giving all of our attendees access to RightNow Media for FREE! If you have not already signed up, you can easily get access by texting “RightNow HitTheRiver” to 41411.
Cultivating Prayer- Church
Would you please pray this for our children? “Heavenly Father, I pray for our children. Let their conduct always be pure and right with reputations that show that they remember You, Creator God. Teach them to declare Your marvelous deeds. May they flee evil desires and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace.” (Prov. 20:11; 2 Tim. 2:22)
Worship Service Registration
Services on site have resumed, and we are so excited to be back with you! Please go to hittheriver.com, under the events tab, and register for the service you would like to attend. We are offering 2 service times at 9:45 a.m., and 11:15 a.m. If you would rather watch online, both services will be streaming live at facebook.com/hittheriver and on our website at HitTheRiver.com.
Mask Update
At the 11:15 service only, the Elders have decided to make the service masks strongly . This means that just as in restaurants, once you are in your seating area you may remove your mask. It must, however, be used upon entering and exiting your seat location.
RBK- Toddler and Preschool
RiverBank Kids has reopened the toddler and preschool Sunday School rooms during our 9:45 a.m. worship service. Toddlers are any child 18 months through 2 years of age, and our preschool room will serve our 3, 4, and 5-year-olds. Distance will be in place to the best of our ability, with masks being required for preschoolers and any child in K-5. A detailed reopening plan with more information will be sent out to families the first of the week with more information, but if you have any questions, contact Taylor Starr at taylor@hittheriver.com.
RiverBank Kids- Virtual Sunday School
Did you know? RiverBank Kids offers a virtual Sunday School option for families unable or choose to attend on-campus services at The River. Virtual Sunday School (for kindergarten-5th graders) is hosted on Zoom at 10 a.m. every Sunday and is overseen by passionate RBK teachers who love connecting with remote families. The link and password needed to attend virtual Sunday School is sent in the weekly RBK newsletter on Sunday mornings. If you’d like to receive this newsletter, contact Taylor Starr at taylor@hittheriver.com.
RiverBank Kids- 9:45 a.m. service
We have reopened children’s ministry during the 9:45 a.m. service (ONLY). Please consider volunteering to serve in our children’s ministry. Here is what to expect:
· Registration is required, and space is limited. Register your family each week at hittheriver.com
· Check-in your family together for service.
· At check-in, kids are given preprinted name tags and parent tags. Kids will also have their temperature checked.
· Kids will enjoy a socially distanced lesson, craft, and game.
· We will Zoom with families at home during the teaching portion of our time together.
The Zoom link will be in your weekly RBKids email. Also, curriculum links will still be emailed to families every Sunday morning at 8:00 a.m., so that kids can enjoy the same lesson content that we will be offering at church.
Food is needed!
There has been a huge flood in Breathitt County, KY, where our ministry partner, Happy Church, is located. This is one of the poorest counties in the United States. On 3/21 and 3/28 we are accepting donations here at The River Church of food that will be delivered to displaced families. Here’s what we need: Nonperishable foods. Canned items need to have pull tabs so can openers are not needed. Look for canned foods that are precooked and can be eaten straight from the can if necessary. Any other nonperishable foods are accepted as well. You can bring the foods on Sunday or drop them off between the worship center doors during the week. Thank you!
You’ve Been Egged- RBKids
Easter is right around the corner! The RiverBank Kids team is excited to celebrate with families in a safe, fun, and festive way! On the morning of Saturday, March 27th, volunteers will be creating mini-egg hunts in your very own front yard for your kids to enjoy. More information is available, and sign-ups are open at hittheriver.com/events. If you are interested in serving during this event, contact Taylor at taylor@hittheriver.com.
Movie Night- River Youth
The River Youth is inviting all students in 6th-12th grade for a private screening of Spiderman: Into the Spiderverse on Saturday, April 17th, 2:45pm-5:30 pm. Tickets are $5 and spots are limited so make sure you sign up early! The movie is rated PG for frenetic sequences of animated action violence, thematic elements, and mild language. Contact Zach@HitTheRiver.com if you have any questions.
Attention all artists!!!
Do you paint, draw, sculpt or enjoy other forms or artistic expression? We would love to display your spiritually gifted, Holy Spirit inspired art and invite you to...CREATE for Easter. Design artwork around our theme, "How to Live in Victory!" based on John 11:25. Contact Pastor Justin @ justin@hittheriver.com regarding the type of art you are brining and deliver it on Sunday, March 28th.
FREE Digital Bible Study Resources
One of our goals here is to provide everyone who attends The River with discipleship resources, which is why we’re giving all of our attendees access to RightNow Media for FREE! If you have not already signed up, you can easily get access by texting “RightNow HitTheRiver” to 41411.
Cultivating Prayer- Church
Would you please pray this for our children? “Heavenly Father, I pray for our children. Let their conduct always be pure and right with reputations that show that they remember You, Creator God. Teach them to declare Your marvelous deeds. May they flee evil desires and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace.” (Prov. 20:11; 2 Tim. 2:22)
I will intentionally bless my neighbors.
1. I am disobedient to God when I neglect my neighbors.
1. I am disobedient to God when I neglect my neighbors.
2. I will be thoughtful of my neighbors.
2. I will be thoughtful of my neighbors.
1. I am disobedient to God when I neglect my neighbors.
2. I will be thoughtful of my neighbors.
3. I will actively serve my neighbors.
2. I will be thoughtful of my neighbors.
3. I will actively serve my neighbors.
1. I am disobedient to God when I neglect my neighbors.
2. I will be thoughtful of my neighbors.
3. I will actively serve my neighbors.
4. I will invite my neighbors into my life.
2. I will be thoughtful of my neighbors.
3. I will actively serve my neighbors.
4. I will invite my neighbors into my life.
Affinity Groups
Connect with others who share similar interests in a fun and inviting way! Make new River friends while creating natural environments to engage those not yet connected to The River. Affinity Groups can form the basis of long-lasting friendships and community that point you and others to Jesus. Here are the groups for you to choose from: Archery, Card/Board Games, Biking, Photography, Running, Scrapbooking & Crafting. Sign up and get more info at the link below.
https://hittheriver.com/connect-with-us/adults/affinity-groupsCommunity Groups
We believe life change happens best when people intentionally connect with each other. Our primary way to connect people is through community groups. If you would like to get more information about community groups check out this link, which takes you to our website where you can fill out a form to get connected into one.
http://riv.cc/RivGroupsGive Online
If you would like to join us in impacting the world around us locally and globally you can do so right on your mobile device by clicking the link "Give" below. You can also give by text just text the AMOUNT of your donation to 84321 to make your donation. <b>Thank you for your generosity!</b>
https://hittheriver.churchcenteronline.com/giving