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February 2024

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				1 Morning Prayer Morning Prayer Monday through Friday at 8:00 am ET Join Riverside clergy and congregants as we gather online for a time of prayer. Share your prayer requests and hold our community, neighborhood, nation, and the world in prayer. Please email Rev. Amanda Meisenheimer for zoom info or Register here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am Art of Movement Art of Movement The Wellness Ministry includes exercise opportunities such as Art of Movement, a healthy motion program for older people; Tai Chi, a stress-reduction technique, moving meditation, and path to greater flexibility, strength, and concentration; and Spiritual Retreats, weekend-long, retreat-center-based prayer experiences. Art of Movement In-Person Classes resume on Mondays and Thursdays mornings at 10 a.m. in […] Location 411 MLK Time 10:00am - 11:00am Tower League Tower League Join the Riverside Church Tower League for their weekly Zoom check-in and exercise. Chair Exercise \| 1:30 - 2:00 PM \| Zoom Program \| 2:00 - 3:00 PM \| Zoom For the 2023-2024 season, the Riverside Church Tower League is gathering for monthly in-person luncheons in the South Hall at noon. On the […] Location Online Time 1:30pm - 3:00pm Personnel & Salary Committee Meeting Personnel & Salary Committee Meeting Always contact the Commission/Committee in advance to confirm meeting dates, times, and room locations, especially for meetings that fall on holidays and during the summer. All dates, times, and locations are subject to change without notice. Location Online Time 6:00pm - 7:30pm 1 more	2 Morning Prayer Morning Prayer Monday through Friday at 8:00 am ET Join Riverside clergy and congregants as we gather online for a time of prayer. Share your prayer requests and hold our community, neighborhood, nation, and the world in prayer. Please email Rev. Amanda Meisenheimer for zoom info or Register here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am	3 Knitters & Crocheters Knitters & Crocheters The Knitters and Crocheters gather to create handmade items for donation to the guests of Social Services, while enjoying each other’s company. Location 7C Time 10:00am - 1:00pm Beloved Earth Community Beloved Earth Community Beloved Earth Community calls the Riverside community to protest the climate crisis and care for the Earth through educational programs, greening the church, changing our lifestyles, and courageous political action. For meeting information, contact David King, davidking1098@gmail.com and Claudia Canasta, canastaclachi@gmail.com. Location N/A Time 1:00pm - 3:00pm
4 First Sunday Food Collection First Sunday Food Collection FIRST SUNDAY FOOD COLLECTION On first Sundays, consider bringing a few canned goods and other needed items with you to church to support the Riverside Food Pantry. There will be a table placed just below the pulpit for your donations in the Nave (sanctuary). There will also be shopping carts in the narthex (lobby to […] Location Nave Time 12:00am - 11:59pm Fresh Start Fresh Start Sundays \| 8:30 am – 9:00 am \| Zoom (Starting again on Sunday, September 24, 2023) Formerly known as Morning Light, all are welcome to join this intimate early Sunday morning service incorporating light meditation, Scripture reading, and homily. Click here to join Fresh Start Click here to learn how to join Fresh Start from your […] Location N/A Time 8:30am - 9:00am The Seekers Book Study The Seekers Book Study Sundays at 9AM - 10:30 AM \| Online & In person CLICK HERE TO REGISTER The Seeker’s Book Study explores our spiritual side via the reading of books by progressive authors. Carl Jung noted that when religious people move into the middle-age, they struggle with the image of God ‘up there’ in heaven. This class […] Location 323 MLK & Zoom Time 9:00am - 10:30am Open Bible Study Open Bible Study Open Bible Study Lent Series – Sundays I 9:30 am – 10:30 am Location 316 MLK & Online Time 9:30am - 10:30am Absolute Beginners Biblical Hebrew Absolute Beginners Biblical Hebrew Biblical Hebrew is the language in which Jesus read the Scripture and prayed its Psalms. As true followers of our Lord, we also want to know the language of the Hebrew Scriptures (The Tanakh) that formed His unique rhetoric. The Riverside Church offers you a great opportunity to refine your language Hebrew speech and thought about God. We start by learning the Hebrew script, Location Via Zoom Time 9:30am - 9:30am Sunday Morning Worship Sunday Morning Worship Our traditional Sunday service follows the lectionary and liturgical calendar and is centered around Scripture, preaching, music, and prayer. Join us at 11:00 AM ET, online or in person. Prelude begins at 10:30 AM ET. Communion is celebrated on the first Sunday of each month. You can join us for worship on Youtube or by […] Location Online Time 11:00am - 12:00pm Virtual Coffee Hour Virtual Coffee Hour Join us Sunday after worship for a virtual coffee hour where we will connect with one another and talk with the preacher about the sermon we just experienced. Bring your questions, comments, and ideas to this multi-vocal conversation! Join Virtual Coffee Hour Click here to see all of Riverside's online ministries, small groups, videos, and […] Location Online Time 12:30pm - 1:30pm Intermediate-Advanced Biblical Hebrew Intermediate-Advanced Biblical Hebrew The Riverside Church presents an excellent opportunity to further develop your proficiency in Biblical Hebrew and enrich your understanding of God as portrayed in the Old Testament. Building upon the foundation of Introductory Hebrew grammar, this class will likely delve into more advanced aspects of the language, such as verb conjugations, syntax, and a deeper […] Location 314 MLK Time 1:30pm - 4:30pm Sunday Afternoon Carillon Recital Sunday Afternoon Carillon Recital Featuring Charles Semowich, Carillonneur The Riverside Church carillon, built in 1930, was a gift of John D. Rockefeller, Jr. in memory of his mother. The worlds’ largest carillon by weight, the Riverside carillon contains 74 cast bronze bells. The Bourdon bell, weighing 40,000 pounds (ringing on the hour) is the largest tuned bell in the world. […] Location N/A Time 3:00pm - 3:30pm 6 more	5 Morning Prayer Morning Prayer Monday through Friday at 8:00 am ET Join Riverside clergy and congregants as we gather online for a time of prayer. Share your prayer requests and hold our community, neighborhood, nation, and the world in prayer. Please email Rev. Amanda Meisenheimer for zoom info or Register here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am Art of Movement Art of Movement The Wellness Ministry includes exercise opportunities such as Art of Movement, a healthy motion program for older people; Tai Chi, a stress-reduction technique, moving meditation, and path to greater flexibility, strength, and concentration; and Spiritual Retreats, weekend-long, retreat-center-based prayer experiences. Art of Movement In-Person Classes resume on Mondays and Thursdays mornings at 10 a.m. in […] Location 411 MLK Time 10:00am - 11:00am Tai Chi Tai Chi Every Monday \| 3:00 PM-4:30 PM \| Cloister Lounge Although Tai Chi is an exercise system that dates back hundreds of years, it is well-suited for life in the 21st century. Its flowing movements can be regarded as a stress-reduction technique, a moving meditation, and a path to greater flexibility, muscle strength and better concentration. […] Location 13T Time 3:00pm - 4:30pm	6 Morning Prayer Morning Prayer Monday through Friday at 8:00 am ET Join Riverside clergy and congregants as we gather online for a time of prayer. Share your prayer requests and hold our community, neighborhood, nation, and the world in prayer. Please email Rev. Amanda Meisenheimer for zoom info or Register here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am	7 Morning Prayer Morning Prayer Monday through Friday at 8:00 am ET Join Riverside clergy and congregants as we gather online for a time of prayer. Share your prayer requests and hold our community, neighborhood, nation, and the world in prayer. Please email Rev. Amanda Meisenheimer for zoom info or Register here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am Advanced Beginners Biblical Hebrew II Advanced Beginners Biblical Hebrew II Wednesdays, Oct 4 - June 12: Biblical Hebrew offers students an opportunity to explore the foundational language of the Bible and gain insights into the culture and history of ancient Israel. These will be demonstrated in various verses from the Book of Ruth. We start by learning the Hebrew script, its transcription, vocabulary, grammatical rules, and basic syntax. The class is open for beginners and advanced beginners. Its purpose will be to prepare you for a more advanced level that will follow next year. Location Zoom Time 5:00pm - 5:00pm Space for Grace Space for Grace Join us for Space for Grace, a monthly in-person and online gathering featuring Gospel music, prayer, preaching, communion, and more. Dinner at 6:30PM. Space for Grace will occur the Wednesday after Communion Sunday (First Sundays). Click here to download the bulletin. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JjR_y8-QASI Location 9T Time 7:00pm - 8:00pm	8 Morning Prayer Morning Prayer Monday through Friday at 8:00 am ET Join Riverside clergy and congregants as we gather online for a time of prayer. Share your prayer requests and hold our community, neighborhood, nation, and the world in prayer. Please email Rev. Amanda Meisenheimer for zoom info or Register here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am Art of Movement Art of Movement The Wellness Ministry includes exercise opportunities such as Art of Movement, a healthy motion program for older people; Tai Chi, a stress-reduction technique, moving meditation, and path to greater flexibility, strength, and concentration; and Spiritual Retreats, weekend-long, retreat-center-based prayer experiences. Art of Movement In-Person Classes resume on Mondays and Thursdays mornings at 10 a.m. in […] Location 411 MLK Time 10:00am - 11:00am Tower League Tower League Join the Riverside Church Tower League for their weekly Zoom check-in and exercise. Chair Exercise \| 1:30 - 2:00 PM \| Zoom Program \| 2:00 - 3:00 PM \| Zoom For the 2023-2024 season, the Riverside Church Tower League is gathering for monthly in-person luncheons in the South Hall at noon. On the […] Location Online Time 1:30pm - 3:00pm	9 Morning Prayer Morning Prayer Monday through Friday at 8:00 am ET Join Riverside clergy and congregants as we gather online for a time of prayer. Share your prayer requests and hold our community, neighborhood, nation, and the world in prayer. Please email Rev. Amanda Meisenheimer for zoom info or Register here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am	10 Riverside Book Club Riverside Book Club Join the Riverside BookClub monthly for conversation around chosen books. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER On February 10, between 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM, The Riverside Church Business and Professional Women’s Club and The Riverside Book Club join to discuss Attorney Stacey Abrams' New York Times Best Seller, Rogue Justice. The moderator for the day is […] Location Zoom Time 11:00am - 12:30pm
11 Fresh Start Fresh Start Sundays \| 8:30 am – 9:00 am \| Zoom (Starting again on Sunday, September 24, 2023) Formerly known as Morning Light, all are welcome to join this intimate early Sunday morning service incorporating light meditation, Scripture reading, and homily. Click here to join Fresh Start Click here to learn how to join Fresh Start from your […] Location N/A Time 8:30am - 9:00am The Seekers Book Study The Seekers Book Study Sundays at 9AM - 10:30 AM \| Online & In person CLICK HERE TO REGISTER The Seeker’s Book Study explores our spiritual side via the reading of books by progressive authors. Carl Jung noted that when religious people move into the middle-age, they struggle with the image of God ‘up there’ in heaven. This class […] Location 323 MLK & Zoom Time 9:00am - 10:30am Open Bible Study Open Bible Study Open Bible Study Lent Series – Sundays I 9:30 am – 10:30 am Location 316 MLK & Online Time 9:30am - 10:30am Absolute Beginners Biblical Hebrew Absolute Beginners Biblical Hebrew Biblical Hebrew is the language in which Jesus read the Scripture and prayed its Psalms. As true followers of our Lord, we also want to know the language of the Hebrew Scriptures (The Tanakh) that formed His unique rhetoric. The Riverside Church offers you a great opportunity to refine your language Hebrew speech and thought about God. We start by learning the Hebrew script, Location Via Zoom Time 9:30am - 9:30am Sunday Morning Worship Sunday Morning Worship Our traditional Sunday service follows the lectionary and liturgical calendar and is centered around Scripture, preaching, music, and prayer. Join us at 11:00 AM ET, online or in person. Prelude begins at 10:30 AM ET. Communion is celebrated on the first Sunday of each month. You can join us for worship on Youtube or by […] Location Online Time 11:00am - 12:00pm Virtual Coffee Hour Virtual Coffee Hour Join us Sunday after worship for a virtual coffee hour where we will connect with one another and talk with the preacher about the sermon we just experienced. Bring your questions, comments, and ideas to this multi-vocal conversation! Join Virtual Coffee Hour Click here to see all of Riverside's online ministries, small groups, videos, and […] Location Online Time 12:30pm - 1:30pm Intermediate-Advanced Biblical Hebrew Intermediate-Advanced Biblical Hebrew The Riverside Church presents an excellent opportunity to further develop your proficiency in Biblical Hebrew and enrich your understanding of God as portrayed in the Old Testament. Building upon the foundation of Introductory Hebrew grammar, this class will likely delve into more advanced aspects of the language, such as verb conjugations, syntax, and a deeper […] Location 314 MLK Time 1:30pm - 4:30pm “Thank You, Mr. Paul Robeson” \| Lecture & Recital “Thank You, Mr. Paul Robeson” \| Lecture & Recital Riverside Baritone Russell Saint John celebrates the legendary bass-baritone Paul L. Robeson with a recreation of his famed October 29, 1927 Paris, France concert of Negro Spirituals and Negro Folk Songs. This event is co-sponsored by Music at Riverside and the Business & Professional Women's Group. Download the Program ARTISTS Russell Saint John, baritone Douglas […] Location Assembly Hall & Online Time 1:30pm - 3:15pm Maranatha Meeting Maranatha Meeting Maranatha seeks to foster greater understanding and equity for LGBTQI people and their allies. Components include service, advocacy, scholarships and special events: Second Sunday after worship, September-June. Contact Reggie Evans with any questions. Location Multipurpose Room Time 1:30pm - 2:30pm Thunderbird American Indian Dance Workshop Thunderbird American Indian Dance Workshop Mission and Social Justice’s Jeremiah Drake (Theatre of the Oppressed) has partnered with the Thunderbird American Indian Dancers to bring this event to The Riverside Church and its community to educate others on Native American culture. All Levels of Experience Welcome. This event is offered free of charge. Instruction Will Be at an Adult Level. […] Location 411 MLK Time 1:30pm - 3:00pm Sunday Afternoon Carillon Recital Sunday Afternoon Carillon Recital Featuring Charles Semowich, Carillonneur The Riverside Church carillon, built in 1930, was a gift of John D. Rockefeller, Jr. in memory of his mother. The worlds’ largest carillon by weight, the Riverside carillon contains 74 cast bronze bells. The Bourdon bell, weighing 40,000 pounds (ringing on the hour) is the largest tuned bell in the world. […] Location N/A Time 3:00pm - 3:30pm 8 more	12 Morning Prayer Morning Prayer Monday through Friday at 8:00 am ET Join Riverside clergy and congregants as we gather online for a time of prayer. Share your prayer requests and hold our community, neighborhood, nation, and the world in prayer. Please email Rev. Amanda Meisenheimer for zoom info or Register here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am Art of Movement Art of Movement The Wellness Ministry includes exercise opportunities such as Art of Movement, a healthy motion program for older people; Tai Chi, a stress-reduction technique, moving meditation, and path to greater flexibility, strength, and concentration; and Spiritual Retreats, weekend-long, retreat-center-based prayer experiences. Art of Movement In-Person Classes resume on Mondays and Thursdays mornings at 10 a.m. in […] Location 411 MLK Time 10:00am - 11:00am Tai Chi Tai Chi Every Monday \| 3:00 PM-4:30 PM \| Cloister Lounge Although Tai Chi is an exercise system that dates back hundreds of years, it is well-suited for life in the 21st century. Its flowing movements can be regarded as a stress-reduction technique, a moving meditation, and a path to greater flexibility, muscle strength and better concentration. […] Location 13T Time 3:00pm - 4:30pm Membership & Parish Life Commission Meeting Membership & Parish Life Commission Meeting Always contact the Commission/Committee in advance to confirm meeting dates, times, locations, especially for meetings that fall on holidays and during the summer. All dates, times, and locations are subject to change without notice. Location Online Time 6:00pm - 7:30pm Mission & Social Justice Commission Meeting Mission & Social Justice Commission Meeting Always contact the Commission/Committee in advance to confirm meeting dates, times, and room locations, especially for meetings that fall on holidays and during the summer. All dates, times, and locations are subject to change without notice. Location Via Zoom Time 6:30pm - 8:00pm Worship Commission Meeting Worship Commission Meeting Always contact the Commission/Committee in advance to confirm meeting dates, times, and room locations, especially for meetings that fall on holidays and during the summer. All dates, times, and locations are subject to change without notice. Location Online Time 6:30pm - 8:00pm Education Commission Meeting Education Commission Meeting Always contact the Commission/Committee in advance to confirm meeting dates, times, and room locations, especially for meetings that fall on holidays and during the summer. All dates, times, and locations are subject to change without notice. Location Online Time 7:00pm - 8:30pm 4 more	13 Morning Prayer Morning Prayer Monday through Friday at 8:00 am ET Join Riverside clergy and congregants as we gather online for a time of prayer. Share your prayer requests and hold our community, neighborhood, nation, and the world in prayer. Please email Rev. Amanda Meisenheimer for zoom info or Register here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am Nominating Committee Meeting Nominating Committee Meeting Always contact the Commission/Committee in advance to confirm meeting dates, times, and room locations, especially for meetings that fall on holidays and during the summer. All dates, times, and locations are subject to change without notice. Location Online Time 6:30pm - 8:00pm	14 Morning Prayer Morning Prayer Monday through Friday at 8:00 am ET Join Riverside clergy and congregants as we gather online for a time of prayer. Share your prayer requests and hold our community, neighborhood, nation, and the world in prayer. Please email Rev. Amanda Meisenheimer for zoom info or Register here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am Ash Wednesday Imposition of Ashes Ash Wednesday Imposition of Ashes Wednesday, February 14 at Noon - 2PM ET “Yet even now, says the Lord, return to me with all your heart, with fasting, with weeping, and with mourning; rend your hearts and not your clothing. Return to the Lord your God, for he is gracious and merciful, slow to anger, abounding in steadfast love, and […] Location Nave Time 12:00pm - 2:00pm Advanced Beginners Biblical Hebrew II Advanced Beginners Biblical Hebrew II Wednesdays, Oct 4 - June 12: Biblical Hebrew offers students an opportunity to explore the foundational language of the Bible and gain insights into the culture and history of ancient Israel. These will be demonstrated in various verses from the Book of Ruth. We start by learning the Hebrew script, its transcription, vocabulary, grammatical rules, and basic syntax. The class is open for beginners and advanced beginners. Its purpose will be to prepare you for a more advanced level that will follow next year. Location Zoom Time 5:00pm - 5:00pm Young Adult Bible Study Young Adult Bible Study Participate in Young Adult Bible Study to explore the texts and pray, study scripture, and check in with one another. This class takes place each Wednesday evening except the Space for Grace Wednesdays which is the Wednesday after First Sunday. Contact Education at education@trcnyc.org for more information. Location 313 MLK Time 6:30pm - 8:30pm Ash Wednesday Evening Worship Ash Wednesday Evening Worship Wednesday, February 14 at 7:00 PM ET • Nave & Online Ash Wednesday Worship In the season of Lent, we remember that Jesus came to live a human life on earth, with all of the physical, emotional, and intellectual experiences that humans have throughout this life. For more information about all the Lenten activities during […] Location Nave & Online Time 7:00pm - 8:00pm 2 more	15 Morning Prayer Morning Prayer Monday through Friday at 8:00 am ET Join Riverside clergy and congregants as we gather online for a time of prayer. Share your prayer requests and hold our community, neighborhood, nation, and the world in prayer. Please email Rev. Amanda Meisenheimer for zoom info or Register here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am Art of Movement Art of Movement The Wellness Ministry includes exercise opportunities such as Art of Movement, a healthy motion program for older people; Tai Chi, a stress-reduction technique, moving meditation, and path to greater flexibility, strength, and concentration; and Spiritual Retreats, weekend-long, retreat-center-based prayer experiences. Art of Movement In-Person Classes resume on Mondays and Thursdays mornings at 10 a.m. in […] Location 411 MLK Time 10:00am - 11:00am Tower League Tower League Join the Riverside Church Tower League for their monthly in-person bible study and luncheon. Bible Study \| 11:00 AM - Noon \| 10T Luncheon \| Noon - 2 PM \| Assembly Hall For the 2023-2024 season, the Riverside Church Tower League is gathering for monthly in-person luncheons in the South Hall at noon. […] Location 10T Time 11:00am - 2:00pm Stewardship Committee Meeting Stewardship Committee Meeting Always contact the Commission/Committee in advance to confirm meeting dates, times, and room locations, especially for meetings that fall on holidays and during the summer. All dates, times, and locations are subject to change without notice. Location Online Time 6:30pm - 8:00pm Budget & Planning Committee Meeting Budget & Planning Committee Meeting Always contact the Commission/Committee in advance to confirm meeting dates, times, and room locations, especially for meetings that fall on holidays and during the summer. All dates, times, and locations are subject to change without notice. Location Online Time 6:30pm - 8:00pm 2 more	16 Morning Prayer Morning Prayer Monday through Friday at 8:00 am ET Join Riverside clergy and congregants as we gather online for a time of prayer. Share your prayer requests and hold our community, neighborhood, nation, and the world in prayer. Please email Rev. Amanda Meisenheimer for zoom info or Register here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am Lenten Organ & Dance Meditation Lenten Organ & Dance Meditation Join us for a unique experience this Lenten season at The Riverside Church on the first five Fridays in Lent for a harmonious blend of music and movement during our Organ and Dance Meditations. Experience a sacred synergy of sound and motion, creating a space for reflection, inspiration, and renewal. Feel the melodies resonate through […] Location N/A Time 12:00pm - 12:30pm	17 Knitters & Crocheters Knitters & Crocheters The Knitters and Crocheters gather to create handmade items for donation to the guests of Social Services, while enjoying each other’s company. Location 7C Time 10:00am - 1:00pm
18 Fresh Start Fresh Start Sundays \| 8:30 am – 9:00 am \| Zoom (Starting again on Sunday, September 24, 2023) Formerly known as Morning Light, all are welcome to join this intimate early Sunday morning service incorporating light meditation, Scripture reading, and homily. Click here to join Fresh Start Click here to learn how to join Fresh Start from your […] Location N/A Time 8:30am - 9:00am The Seekers Book Study The Seekers Book Study Sundays at 9AM - 10:30 AM \| Online & In person CLICK HERE TO REGISTER The Seeker’s Book Study explores our spiritual side via the reading of books by progressive authors. Carl Jung noted that when religious people move into the middle-age, they struggle with the image of God ‘up there’ in heaven. This class […] Location 323 MLK & Zoom Time 9:00am - 10:30am Absolute Beginners Biblical Hebrew Absolute Beginners Biblical Hebrew Biblical Hebrew is the language in which Jesus read the Scripture and prayed its Psalms. As true followers of our Lord, we also want to know the language of the Hebrew Scriptures (The Tanakh) that formed His unique rhetoric. The Riverside Church offers you a great opportunity to refine your language Hebrew speech and thought about God. We start by learning the Hebrew script, Location Via Zoom Time 9:30am - 9:30am Open Bible Study (online) Open Bible Study (online) Open Bible Study is a space where people can learn something new about the Bible and discuss the ways this ancient text continues to echo in our world and lives today. This is a space to open our minds to new ideas and ways of seeing the Bible, our world, and ourselves. The group is […] Location Online Time 9:30am - 10:30am Open Bible Study (onsite) Open Bible Study (onsite) Open Bible Study is a space where people can learn something new about the Bible and discuss the ways this ancient text continues to echo in our world and lives today. This is a space to open our minds to new ideas and ways of seeing the Bible, our world, and ourselves. The group is […] Location 316 MLK Time 9:30am - 10:30am Sunday Morning Worship Sunday Morning Worship Our traditional Sunday service follows the lectionary and liturgical calendar and is centered around Scripture, preaching, music, and prayer. Join us at 11:00 AM ET, online or in person. Prelude begins at 10:30 AM ET. Communion is celebrated on the first Sunday of each month. You can join us for worship on Youtube or by […] Location Online Time 11:00am - 12:00pm Virtual Coffee Hour Virtual Coffee Hour Join us Sunday after worship for a virtual coffee hour where we will connect with one another and talk with the preacher about the sermon we just experienced. Bring your questions, comments, and ideas to this multi-vocal conversation! Join Virtual Coffee Hour Click here to see all of Riverside's online ministries, small groups, videos, and […] Location Online Time 12:30pm - 1:30pm Intermediate-Advanced Biblical Hebrew Intermediate-Advanced Biblical Hebrew The Riverside Church presents an excellent opportunity to further develop your proficiency in Biblical Hebrew and enrich your understanding of God as portrayed in the Old Testament. Building upon the foundation of Introductory Hebrew grammar, this class will likely delve into more advanced aspects of the language, such as verb conjugations, syntax, and a deeper […] Location 314 MLK Time 1:30pm - 4:30pm Business & Professional Women’s Group Business & Professional Women’s Group The Business and Professional Women’s Group encourages fellowship between business and professional women while educating the Riverside community about issues unique to women. Through offering cultural, social, and service opportunities, they promote spiritual growth and renewal for the church and community. Please call 212-870-6753 or email Rev. Lynn Casteel Harper for information regarding upcoming activities, […] Location 9T Library Time 1:30pm - 2:30pm Men’s Class Meeting Men’s Class Meeting Faith and fellowship building and educational programs that help build the church and a more just society. Open to all genders. Third Sundays 1:30 PM. Contact Tunde Aboyade-Cole, mensclass.trc@gmail.com Location 311 MLK Time 1:30pm - 3:00pm Poor People’s Campaign 101: Addressing the Myths of Poverty Poor People’s Campaign 101: Addressing the Myths of Poverty Poor People's Campaign 101 \| “Addressing the Myths of Poverty” on Sunday, Feb 18th \| 1:30 PM \| South Hall & Zoom During this training, participants will dig deep into the Poor People's Campaign as we gain tools and develop relationships we will need to build this movement for justice. Join together with our very […] Location N/A Time 1:30pm - 3:30pm Sunday Afternoon Carillon Recital Sunday Afternoon Carillon Recital Featuring Charles Semowich, Carillonneur The Riverside Church carillon, built in 1930, was a gift of John D. Rockefeller, Jr. in memory of his mother. The worlds’ largest carillon by weight, the Riverside carillon contains 74 cast bronze bells. The Bourdon bell, weighing 40,000 pounds (ringing on the hour) is the largest tuned bell in the world. […] Location N/A Time 3:00pm - 3:30pm 9 more	19 Morning Prayer Morning Prayer Monday through Friday at 8:00 am ET Join Riverside clergy and congregants as we gather online for a time of prayer. Share your prayer requests and hold our community, neighborhood, nation, and the world in prayer. Please email Rev. Amanda Meisenheimer for zoom info or Register here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am Art of Movement Art of Movement The Wellness Ministry includes exercise opportunities such as Art of Movement, a healthy motion program for older people; Tai Chi, a stress-reduction technique, moving meditation, and path to greater flexibility, strength, and concentration; and Spiritual Retreats, weekend-long, retreat-center-based prayer experiences. Art of Movement In-Person Classes resume on Mondays and Thursdays mornings at 10 a.m. in […] Location 411 MLK Time 10:00am - 11:00am Tai Chi Tai Chi Every Monday \| 3:00 PM-4:30 PM \| Cloister Lounge Although Tai Chi is an exercise system that dates back hundreds of years, it is well-suited for life in the 21st century. Its flowing movements can be regarded as a stress-reduction technique, a moving meditation, and a path to greater flexibility, muscle strength and better concentration. […] Location 13T Time 3:00pm - 4:30pm Executive Committee Meeting Executive Committee Meeting Always contact the Commission/Committee in advance to confirm meeting dates, times, and room locations, especially for meetings that fall on holidays and during the summer. All dates, times, and locations are subject to change without notice. Location Conference Call Time 5:30pm - 6:30pm 1 more	20 Morning Prayer Morning Prayer Monday through Friday at 8:00 am ET Join Riverside clergy and congregants as we gather online for a time of prayer. Share your prayer requests and hold our community, neighborhood, nation, and the world in prayer. Please email Rev. Amanda Meisenheimer for zoom info or Register here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am Carla DeSola Body Prayer Carla DeSola Body Prayer Join us for an inclusive dance/movement prayer experience that draws on the mastery of Carla DeSola. Each week will have a different leader who brings their own individual mastery of dance and personal spirituality to the group. There’s a lot to dance and pray about as our world keeps spinning. Basic Outline for Each Week: […] Location Dance Studio (13th Floor) Time 6:00pm - 7:30pm Ordination Committee Meeting Ordination Committee Meeting Always contact the Commission/Committee in advance to confirm meeting dates, times, and room locations, especially for meetings that fall on holidays and during the summer. All dates, times, and locations are subject to change without notice. Location Online Time 6:45pm - 8:00pm Building Committee Meeting Building Committee Meeting Always contact the Commission/Committee in advance to confirm meeting dates, times, and room locations, especially for meetings that fall on holidays and during the summer. All dates, times, and locations are subject to change without notice. Location Via Zoom Time 7:00pm - 8:30pm 1 more	21 Morning Prayer Morning Prayer Monday through Friday at 8:00 am ET Join Riverside clergy and congregants as we gather online for a time of prayer. Share your prayer requests and hold our community, neighborhood, nation, and the world in prayer. Please email Rev. Amanda Meisenheimer for zoom info or Register here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am Lenten Prayer Noon Service – Nave & Online Lenten Prayer Noon Service – Nave & Online Join us in prayer on Wednesdays at 12 Noon as we journey with Jesus through this 2024 Lenten season. We will read, pray, sing, and listen for God’s word and will. DATE & TIME Wednesdays, February 21 - March 27, 2024 \| Noon The Riverside Church, Nave & Online 490 Riverside Drive New York, […] Location N/A Time 12:00pm - 1:00pm Advanced Beginners Biblical Hebrew II Advanced Beginners Biblical Hebrew II Wednesdays, Oct 4 - June 12: Biblical Hebrew offers students an opportunity to explore the foundational language of the Bible and gain insights into the culture and history of ancient Israel. These will be demonstrated in various verses from the Book of Ruth. We start by learning the Hebrew script, its transcription, vocabulary, grammatical rules, and basic syntax. The class is open for beginners and advanced beginners. Its purpose will be to prepare you for a more advanced level that will follow next year. Location Zoom Time 5:00pm - 5:00pm Lenten Prayer Service – 6PM Online Only Lenten Prayer Service – 6PM Online Only Join us in prayer on Wednesdays at 6PM, online, as we journey with Jesus through this 2024 Lenten season. We will read, pray, sing, and listen for God’s word and will. DATE & TIME Wednesdays, February 21 - March 27, 2024 \| 6PM The Riverside Church, Online Click here to join on Zoom Location N/A Time 6:00pm - 7:00pm Young Adult Bible Study Young Adult Bible Study Participate in Young Adult Bible Study to explore the texts and pray, study scripture, and check in with one another. This class takes place each Wednesday evening except the Space for Grace Wednesdays which is the Wednesday after First Sunday. Contact Education at education@trcnyc.org for more information. Location 313 MLK Time 6:30pm - 8:30pm 2 more	22 Morning Prayer Morning Prayer Monday through Friday at 8:00 am ET Join Riverside clergy and congregants as we gather online for a time of prayer. Share your prayer requests and hold our community, neighborhood, nation, and the world in prayer. Please email Rev. Amanda Meisenheimer for zoom info or Register here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am Art of Movement Art of Movement The Wellness Ministry includes exercise opportunities such as Art of Movement, a healthy motion program for older people; Tai Chi, a stress-reduction technique, moving meditation, and path to greater flexibility, strength, and concentration; and Spiritual Retreats, weekend-long, retreat-center-based prayer experiences. Art of Movement In-Person Classes resume on Mondays and Thursdays mornings at 10 a.m. in […] Location 411 MLK Time 10:00am - 11:00am Tower League Tower League Join the Riverside Church Tower League for their weekly Zoom check-in and exercise. Chair Exercise \| 1:30 - 2:00 PM \| Zoom Program \| 2:00 - 3:00 PM \| Zoom For the 2023-2024 season, the Riverside Church Tower League is gathering for monthly in-person luncheons in the South Hall at noon. On the […] Location Online Time 1:30pm - 3:00pm	23 Morning Prayer Morning Prayer Monday through Friday at 8:00 am ET Join Riverside clergy and congregants as we gather online for a time of prayer. Share your prayer requests and hold our community, neighborhood, nation, and the world in prayer. Please email Rev. Amanda Meisenheimer for zoom info or Register here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am Lenten Organ & Dance Meditation Lenten Organ & Dance Meditation Join us for a unique experience this Lenten season at The Riverside Church on the first five Fridays in Lent for a harmonious blend of music and movement during our Organ and Dance Meditations. Experience a sacred synergy of sound and motion, creating a space for reflection, inspiration, and renewal. Feel the melodies resonate through […] Location N/A Time 12:00pm - 12:30pm	24 Theatre of the Oppressed Uptown \| Somatic Abolitionism Training Theatre of the Oppressed Uptown \| Somatic Abolitionism Training Every fourth Saturday at 1:30pm, Theatre of the Oppressed will gather for the Somatic Abolitionism Training where we will use Applied Theatre and techniques of the Theatre of the Oppressed to search for ways to heal ourselves and others, from the trauma retention of Racialized Trauma. This class takes place in-person only and is open […] Location Multipurpose Room Time 1:30pm - 3:00pm
25 Fresh Start Fresh Start Sundays \| 8:30 am – 9:00 am \| Zoom (Starting again on Sunday, September 24, 2023) Formerly known as Morning Light, all are welcome to join this intimate early Sunday morning service incorporating light meditation, Scripture reading, and homily. Click here to join Fresh Start Click here to learn how to join Fresh Start from your […] Location N/A Time 8:30am - 9:00am The Seekers Book Study The Seekers Book Study Sundays at 9AM - 10:30 AM \| Online & In person CLICK HERE TO REGISTER The Seeker’s Book Study explores our spiritual side via the reading of books by progressive authors. Carl Jung noted that when religious people move into the middle-age, they struggle with the image of God ‘up there’ in heaven. This class […] Location 323 MLK & Zoom Time 9:00am - 10:30am Absolute Beginners Biblical Hebrew Absolute Beginners Biblical Hebrew Biblical Hebrew is the language in which Jesus read the Scripture and prayed its Psalms. As true followers of our Lord, we also want to know the language of the Hebrew Scriptures (The Tanakh) that formed His unique rhetoric. The Riverside Church offers you a great opportunity to refine your language Hebrew speech and thought about God. We start by learning the Hebrew script, Location Via Zoom Time 9:30am - 9:30am Open Bible Study (onsite) Open Bible Study (onsite) Open Bible Study is a space where people can learn something new about the Bible and discuss the ways this ancient text continues to echo in our world and lives today. This is a space to open our minds to new ideas and ways of seeing the Bible, our world, and ourselves. The group is […] Location 316 MLK Time 9:30am - 10:30am Open Bible Study (online) Open Bible Study (online) Open Bible Study is a space where people can learn something new about the Bible and discuss the ways this ancient text continues to echo in our world and lives today. This is a space to open our minds to new ideas and ways of seeing the Bible, our world, and ourselves. The group is […] Location Online Time 9:30am - 10:30am Sunday Morning Worship Sunday Morning Worship Our traditional Sunday service follows the lectionary and liturgical calendar and is centered around Scripture, preaching, music, and prayer. Join us at 11:00 AM ET, online or in person. Prelude begins at 10:30 AM ET. Communion is celebrated on the first Sunday of each month. You can join us for worship on Youtube or by […] Location Online Time 11:00am - 12:00pm Virtual Coffee Hour Virtual Coffee Hour Join us Sunday after worship for a virtual coffee hour where we will connect with one another and talk with the preacher about the sermon we just experienced. Bring your questions, comments, and ideas to this multi-vocal conversation! Join Virtual Coffee Hour Click here to see all of Riverside's online ministries, small groups, videos, and […] Location Online Time 12:30pm - 1:30pm B’s & P’s Bake Sale B’s & P’s Bake Sale This bake sale is hosted by the Business & Professional Women's Group after worship service. Cakes, cookies and more. Cash only. Location South Hall Lobby Time 12:30pm - 1:30pm Intermediate-Advanced Biblical Hebrew Intermediate-Advanced Biblical Hebrew The Riverside Church presents an excellent opportunity to further develop your proficiency in Biblical Hebrew and enrich your understanding of God as portrayed in the Old Testament. Building upon the foundation of Introductory Hebrew grammar, this class will likely delve into more advanced aspects of the language, such as verb conjugations, syntax, and a deeper […] Location 314 MLK Time 1:30pm - 4:30pm Social Services Committee Meeting Social Services Committee Meeting Always contact the Commission/Committee in advance to confirm meeting dates, times, and room locations, especially for meetings that fall on holidays and during the summer. All dates, times, and locations are subject to change without notice. The February 25th meeting will be hosted both virtually and in person (Room 503T). Location 503T & Online Time 1:30pm - 2:30pm Sunday Afternoon Carillon Recital Sunday Afternoon Carillon Recital Featuring Charles Semowich, Carillonneur This recital will take place at 2:30PM The Riverside Church carillon, built in 1930, was a gift of John D. Rockefeller, Jr. in memory of his mother. The worlds’ largest carillon by weight, the Riverside carillon contains 74 cast bronze bells. The Bourdon bell, weighing 40,000 pounds (ringing on the hour) is […] Location N/A Time 2:30pm - 3:00pm Inspirational Choir Concert: Turn the World Around Inspirational Choir Concert: Turn the World Around Come and join the Inspirational Choir as we revive songs that have inspired and gratified your soul. We dedicate our annual concert to Harry Belafonte, Leonard de Paur, and other foot soldiers who have fed the hungry, marched for justice, and continue working to ensure equal rights for all. Join us as we make a […] Location Nave & Livestream Time 3:00pm - 4:00pm Deconstructing Racism in the Church: Lecture & Discussion Deconstructing Racism in the Church: Lecture & Discussion How does racism show up at church and how can we deconstruct it? Discover how racism shows up in church and explore strategies for dismantling it with The Riverside Church Antiracism Taskforce to engage with Undoing Racism Workshop™ trainers and organizers Barbara Craign Major, Willard Ashley and Nathan Trice as they facilitate a "Deconstructing Racism […] Location Via Zoom Time 6:30pm - 6:30pm 10 more	26 Morning Prayer Morning Prayer Monday through Friday at 8:00 am ET Join Riverside clergy and congregants as we gather online for a time of prayer. Share your prayer requests and hold our community, neighborhood, nation, and the world in prayer. Please email Rev. Amanda Meisenheimer for zoom info or Register here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am Art of Movement Art of Movement The Wellness Ministry includes exercise opportunities such as Art of Movement, a healthy motion program for older people; Tai Chi, a stress-reduction technique, moving meditation, and path to greater flexibility, strength, and concentration; and Spiritual Retreats, weekend-long, retreat-center-based prayer experiences. Art of Movement In-Person Classes resume on Mondays and Thursdays mornings at 10 a.m. in […] Location 411 MLK Time 10:00am - 11:00am Tai Chi Tai Chi Every Monday \| 3:00 PM-4:30 PM \| Cloister Lounge Although Tai Chi is an exercise system that dates back hundreds of years, it is well-suited for life in the 21st century. Its flowing movements can be regarded as a stress-reduction technique, a moving meditation, and a path to greater flexibility, muscle strength and better concentration. […] Location 13T Time 3:00pm - 4:30pm Church Council Meeting Church Council Meeting Always contact the Commission/Committee in advance to confirm meeting dates, times, and room locations, especially for meetings that fall on holidays and during the summer. All dates, times, and locations are subject to change without notice. Location Online Time 6:30pm - 8:30pm 1 more	27 Morning Prayer Morning Prayer Monday through Friday at 8:00 am ET Join Riverside clergy and congregants as we gather online for a time of prayer. Share your prayer requests and hold our community, neighborhood, nation, and the world in prayer. Please email Rev. Amanda Meisenheimer for zoom info or Register here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am	28 Morning Prayer Morning Prayer Monday through Friday at 8:00 am ET Join Riverside clergy and congregants as we gather online for a time of prayer. Share your prayer requests and hold our community, neighborhood, nation, and the world in prayer. Please email Rev. Amanda Meisenheimer for zoom info or Register here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am Lenten Noon Prayer Service – Nave & Online Lenten Noon Prayer Service – Nave & Online Join us in prayer on Wednesdays at 12 Noon as we journey with Jesus through this 2024 Lenten season. We will read, pray, sing, and listen for God’s word and will. DATE & TIME Wednesdays, February 21 - March 27, 2024 \| Noon The Riverside Church, Nave & Online 490 Riverside Drive New York, NY […] Location N/A Time 12:00pm - 1:00pm Advanced Beginners Biblical Hebrew II Advanced Beginners Biblical Hebrew II Wednesdays, Oct 4 - June 12: Biblical Hebrew offers students an opportunity to explore the foundational language of the Bible and gain insights into the culture and history of ancient Israel. These will be demonstrated in various verses from the Book of Ruth. We start by learning the Hebrew script, its transcription, vocabulary, grammatical rules, and basic syntax. The class is open for beginners and advanced beginners. Its purpose will be to prepare you for a more advanced level that will follow next year. Location Zoom Time 5:00pm - 5:00pm Lenten Prayer Service – 6PM Online Only Lenten Prayer Service – 6PM Online Only Join us in prayer on Wednesdays at 6PM, online, as we journey with Jesus through this 2024 Lenten season. We will read, pray, sing, and listen for God’s word and will. DATE & TIME Wednesdays, February 21 - March 27, 2024 \| 6PM The Riverside Church, Online Click here to join on Zoom Location N/A Time 6:00pm - 7:00pm Young Adult Bible Study Young Adult Bible Study Participate in Young Adult Bible Study to explore the texts and pray, study scripture, and check in with one another. This class takes place each Wednesday evening except the Space for Grace Wednesdays which is the Wednesday after First Sunday. Contact Education at education@trcnyc.org for more information. Location 313 MLK Time 6:30pm - 8:30pm 2 more	29 Morning Prayer Morning Prayer Monday through Friday at 8:00 am ET Join Riverside clergy and congregants as we gather online for a time of prayer. Share your prayer requests and hold our community, neighborhood, nation, and the world in prayer. Please email Rev. Amanda Meisenheimer for zoom info or Register here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am Art of Movement Art of Movement The Wellness Ministry includes exercise opportunities such as Art of Movement, a healthy motion program for older people; Tai Chi, a stress-reduction technique, moving meditation, and path to greater flexibility, strength, and concentration; and Spiritual Retreats, weekend-long, retreat-center-based prayer experiences. Art of Movement In-Person Classes resume on Mondays and Thursdays mornings at 10 a.m. in […] Location 411 MLK Time 10:00am - 11:00am Tower League Tower League Join the Riverside Church Tower League for their weekly Zoom check-in and exercise. Chair Exercise \| 1:30 - 2:00 PM \| Zoom Program \| 2:00 - 3:00 PM \| Zoom For the 2023-2024 season, the Riverside Church Tower League is gathering for monthly in-person luncheons in the South Hall at noon. On the […] Location Online Time 1:30pm - 3:00pm

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