Riverside Church Events Archive - Riverside Church

December 2024

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1 2024 Annual Winter Coat Drive 2024 Annual Winter Coat Drive Let’s come together to make sure everyone stays warm this winter! Riverside Church is hosting our annual coat drive and we’re inviting you to donate new or gently used, clean coats and jackets. Your donation can make a huge difference in someone’s life! How to Donate: November 22nd to December 15thDrop off your coats at […] Location near security desk Time 9:00am - 12:00pm 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 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 phone. Location Online Time 8:30am - 9:00am Toy and Book Drive Toy and Book Drive Let’s come together to make sure our food pantry children receive a gift this holiday season! The Riverside Church is hosting its annual toy/book drive from November 22nd to December 15th, and we are inviting you to donate a new toy and/or book. Your donation can make a huge difference and impact in a child’s […] Location 91 Claremont Avenue, New York, NY 10027 Time 9:00am - 5:00pm 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 Open Bible Study 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 & Zoom Time 9:30am - 10:30am Cherub Choir Rehearsal Cherub Choir Rehearsal The Cherub Choir is a safe and nurturing environment for children in Kindergarten and 1st grade to be introduced to music. Under the guidance of Sharon Pritchard, members of the Cherub Choir are able to discover their singing voice while playing an important role in our church community, singing monthly in worship and participating in […] Location Chapel of the Cross Time 9:30am - 10:45am Rising Voices Rehearsal Rising Voices Rehearsal The Rising Voices is an exciting singing opportunity open to all children in 2nd through 6th grades. Under the direction of Matthew Hommez, members of the Rising Voices continue to find their voice and develop their musicianship skills while building connections with others. Singing with the Rising Voices is a fun way for the children […] Location Chapel of the Cross Time 9:30am - 10:45am Youth Choir Rehearsal Youth Choir Rehearsal The Riverside Youth Choir provides an encouraging space for middle and high schoolers to further develop their voice, musicianship skills, and independence while serving their community. Under the direction of Matthew Hommez, members of the Riverside Youth Choir sing monthly in worship, as well as at other events throughout the year. Rehearsals: Sundays at 10:15am […] Location Chapel of the Cross Time 9:30am - 10:45am Absolute Beginners Biblical Hebrew Absolute Beginners Biblical Hebrew Absolute Beginners Biblical Hebrew DATES Sundays, October 6, 2024 - June 8, 2025 TIME 9:30AM - 11:00AM LOCATION Room: MLK 314 and Zoom Register Here Zoom Link For more information, education@trcnyc.org Location 314 MLK Time 9:30am - 11:00am Grace Space Nursery Grace Space Nursery Introducing Grace Space: A New Nursery Program for Families with Children Aged 0-3 Grace Space is a nurturing, faith-centered nursery program designed to support the spiritual growth of young children through Montessori-inspired activities and presentations. Held every Sunday from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM, Grace Space offers a warm and welcoming environment where toddlers can […] Location N/A Time 10:30am - 12:30pm Sunday Morning Worship: Advent I Sunday Morning Worship: Advent I Whoever you are: You are safe here. You are loved here. You are invited into full participation in our life together. We welcome, affirm, and celebrate all God’s children, LGBTQIA+. Worship of God is at the center of our life at The Riverside Church and our services reflect the diversity of who we are as […] Location Online Time 11:00am - 12:00pm Sunday Morning Worship Sunday Morning Worship Whoever you are: You are safe here. You are loved here. You are invited into full participation in our life together. We welcome, affirm, and celebrate all God’s children, LGBTQIA+. Worship of God is at the center of our life at The Riverside Church and our services reflect the diversity of who we are as […] 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 Coffee Hour Coffee Hour Location South Hall Lobby Time 12:30pm - 2:00pm 2024 AdventFest 2024 AdventFest Join us for AdventFest on Sunday, December 1, and make your own Advent wreath! We will supply pine branches, candles, and all the materials—you just need to supply the creativity. There will also be activities for kids and holiday snacks. Even if you don’t think of yourself as “crafty,” this will be a fun event […] Location South Hall Time 12:30pm - 2:00pm Harmony In Motion Harmony In Motion Join us at Riverside for an exciting and enriching free music program, ‘Harmony In Motion,’ tailored for children in Kindergarten to 6th grades on Sundays from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm! Our dynamic piano and Ukulele lessons celebrate diversity and creativity, welcoming students of all backgrounds and skill levels to explore their musical passions. Led by an experienced instructor Min. Heelee Velez (piano) […] Location 316 MLK Time 1:00pm - 3:00pm Intermediate Biblical Hebrew Intermediate Biblical Hebrew Intermediate Biblical Hebrew DATES Sundays, October 6, 2024 - June 8, 2025 TIME 1:30PM - 4:30PM LOCATION Room: MLK 314 and Zoom Register Here Zoom Link For more information, education@trcnyc.org Location 314 MLK Time 1:30pm - 4:30pm Sunday Afternoon Carillon Recital Sunday Afternoon Carillon Recital 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. The bells swing […] Location N/A Time 3:00pm - 3:30pm 16 more	2 2024 Annual Winter Coat Drive 2024 Annual Winter Coat Drive Let’s come together to make sure everyone stays warm this winter! Riverside Church is hosting our annual coat drive and we’re inviting you to donate new or gently used, clean coats and jackets. Your donation can make a huge difference in someone’s life! How to Donate: November 22nd to December 15thDrop off your coats at […] Location near security desk Time 9:00am - 12:00pm 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. Jabe Ziino for zoom info or Register here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am Toy and Book Drive Toy and Book Drive Let’s come together to make sure our food pantry children receive a gift this holiday season! The Riverside Church is hosting its annual toy/book drive from November 22nd to December 15th, and we are inviting you to donate a new toy and/or book. Your donation can make a huge difference and impact in a child’s […] Location 91 Claremont Avenue, New York, NY 10027 Time 9:00am - 5:00pm 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 1 more	3 2024 Annual Winter Coat Drive 2024 Annual Winter Coat Drive Let’s come together to make sure everyone stays warm this winter! Riverside Church is hosting our annual coat drive and we’re inviting you to donate new or gently used, clean coats and jackets. Your donation can make a huge difference in someone’s life! How to Donate: November 22nd to December 15thDrop off your coats at […] Location near security desk Time 9:00am - 12:00pm 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. Jabe Ziino for zoom info or Register here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am Toy and Book Drive Toy and Book Drive Let’s come together to make sure our food pantry children receive a gift this holiday season! The Riverside Church is hosting its annual toy/book drive from November 22nd to December 15th, and we are inviting you to donate a new toy and/or book. Your donation can make a huge difference and impact in a child’s […] Location 91 Claremont Avenue, New York, NY 10027 Time 9:00am - 5:00pm	4 2024 Annual Winter Coat Drive 2024 Annual Winter Coat Drive Let’s come together to make sure everyone stays warm this winter! Riverside Church is hosting our annual coat drive and we’re inviting you to donate new or gently used, clean coats and jackets. Your donation can make a huge difference in someone’s life! How to Donate: November 22nd to December 15thDrop off your coats at […] Location near security desk Time 9:00am - 12:00pm 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. Jabe Ziino for zoom info or Register here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am Toy and Book Drive Toy and Book Drive Let’s come together to make sure our food pantry children receive a gift this holiday season! The Riverside Church is hosting its annual toy/book drive from November 22nd to December 15th, and we are inviting you to donate a new toy and/or book. Your donation can make a huge difference and impact in a child’s […] Location 91 Claremont Avenue, New York, NY 10027 Time 9:00am - 5:00pm Older Adults French Group Older Adults French Group Older Adults French Group DATES Wednesdays, September 18, 2024 - June 11, 2025 TIME 10:30AM - 12:00PM LOCATION Room: MLK 321 For more information, education@trcnyc.org Location 321 MLK Time 10:30am - 12:00pm Advanced Beginners Biblical Hebrew II Advanced Beginners Biblical Hebrew II Advanced Beginners Biblical Hebrew II DATES: Wednesdays, October 2, 2024 – June 11, 2025 TIMES: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM LOCATION: Register Here Zoom Link For more information, email education@trcnyc.org. Location Via Zoom Time 5:00pm - 6:30pm 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). https://www.youtube.com/embed?listType=playlist&list=PLFcF522N5nEAbo0zRY5tWB9DGmiE56Q19 Location 9T and Online Time 7:00pm - 9:00pm 3 more	5 2024 Annual Winter Coat Drive 2024 Annual Winter Coat Drive Let’s come together to make sure everyone stays warm this winter! Riverside Church is hosting our annual coat drive and we’re inviting you to donate new or gently used, clean coats and jackets. Your donation can make a huge difference in someone’s life! How to Donate: November 22nd to December 15thDrop off your coats at […] Location near security desk Time 9:00am - 12:00pm 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. Jabe Ziino or Minister Heelee Velez for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am Toy and Book Drive Toy and Book Drive Let’s come together to make sure our food pantry children receive a gift this holiday season! The Riverside Church is hosting its annual toy/book drive from November 22nd to December 15th, and we are inviting you to donate a new toy and/or book. Your donation can make a huge difference and impact in a child’s […] Location 91 Claremont Avenue, New York, NY 10027 Time 9:00am - 5:00pm 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 more information, please contact Rev. Tim Dalton. For more information about the Riverside Church Tower League, click here. 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 3 more	6 2024 Annual Winter Coat Drive 2024 Annual Winter Coat Drive Let’s come together to make sure everyone stays warm this winter! Riverside Church is hosting our annual coat drive and we’re inviting you to donate new or gently used, clean coats and jackets. Your donation can make a huge difference in someone’s life! How to Donate: November 22nd to December 15thDrop off your coats at […] Location near security desk Time 9:00am - 12:00pm 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. Jabe Ziino or Minister Heelee Velez for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am Toy and Book Drive Toy and Book Drive Let’s come together to make sure our food pantry children receive a gift this holiday season! The Riverside Church is hosting its annual toy/book drive from November 22nd to December 15th, and we are inviting you to donate a new toy and/or book. Your donation can make a huge difference and impact in a child’s […] Location 91 Claremont Avenue, New York, NY 10027 Time 9:00am - 5:00pm	7 2024 Annual Winter Coat Drive 2024 Annual Winter Coat Drive Let’s come together to make sure everyone stays warm this winter! Riverside Church is hosting our annual coat drive and we’re inviting you to donate new or gently used, clean coats and jackets. Your donation can make a huge difference in someone’s life! How to Donate: November 22nd to December 15thDrop off your coats at […] Location near security desk Time 9:00am - 12:00pm Toy and Book Drive Toy and Book Drive Let’s come together to make sure our food pantry children receive a gift this holiday season! The Riverside Church is hosting its annual toy/book drive from November 22nd to December 15th, and we are inviting you to donate a new toy and/or book. Your donation can make a huge difference and impact in a child’s […] Location 91 Claremont Avenue, New York, NY 10027 Time 9:00am - 5:00pm 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 Riverside Community String Ensemble Rehearsal Riverside Community String Ensemble Rehearsal The Riverside Community String Ensemble provides a nurturing environment where string players of all ages can learn how to play classical chamber music. Under the direction of Kristina Giles, the Riverside Community String Ensemble serves the church community by playing in worship and at other events throughout the year. Rehearsals: Sundays at 1:00pm Open to […] Location 411 MLK Time 1:00pm - 2:00pm 1 more
8 2024 Annual Winter Coat Drive 2024 Annual Winter Coat Drive Let’s come together to make sure everyone stays warm this winter! Riverside Church is hosting our annual coat drive and we’re inviting you to donate new or gently used, clean coats and jackets. Your donation can make a huge difference in someone’s life! How to Donate: November 22nd to December 15thDrop off your coats at […] Location near security desk Time 9:00am - 12:00pm Fresh Start Fresh Start Sundays \| 8:30 am – 9:00 am \| Zoom 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 phone. Location Online Time 8:30am - 9:00am Seekers Book Study Seekers Book Study DESCRIPTION The Seekers is a study group focused on exploring spirituality through books and videos by progressive theologians. As Carl Jung observed, many religious people struggle with traditional images of God as they mature, finding the idea of a deity "up there" in heaven no longer resonates. This class offers fresh perspectives on the divine, […] Location 323 MLK Time 9:00am - 10:00am Cherub Choir Rehearsal Cherub Choir Rehearsal The Cherub Choir is a safe and nurturing environment for children in Kindergarten and 1st grade to be introduced to music. Under the guidance of Sharon Pritchard, members of the Cherub Choir are able to discover their singing voice while playing an important role in our church community, singing monthly in worship and participating in […] Location Nave Time 9:00am - 10:45am Rising Voices Rehearsal Rising Voices Rehearsal The Rising Voices is an exciting singing opportunity open to all children in 2nd through 6th grades. Under the direction of Matthew Hommez, members of the Rising Voices continue to find their voice and develop their musicianship skills while building connections with others. Singing with the Rising Voices is a fun way for the children […] Location Nave Time 9:00am - 10:45am Youth Choir Rehearsal Youth Choir Rehearsal The Riverside Youth Choir provides an encouraging space for middle and high schoolers to further develop their voice, musicianship skills, and independence while serving their community. Under the direction of Matthew Hommez, members of the Riverside Youth Choir sing monthly in worship, as well as at other events throughout the year. Rehearsals: Sundays at 10:15am […] Location Nave Time 9:00am - 10:45am Toy and Book Drive Toy and Book Drive Let’s come together to make sure our food pantry children receive a gift this holiday season! The Riverside Church is hosting its annual toy/book drive from November 22nd to December 15th, and we are inviting you to donate a new toy and/or book. Your donation can make a huge difference and impact in a child’s […] Location 91 Claremont Avenue, New York, NY 10027 Time 9:00am - 5:00pm 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 Open Bible Study 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 & Zoom Time 9:30am - 10:30am Absolute Beginners Biblical Hebrew Absolute Beginners Biblical Hebrew Absolute Beginners Biblical Hebrew DATES Sundays, October 6, 2024 - June 8, 2025 TIME 9:30AM - 11:00AM LOCATION Room: MLK 314 and Zoom Register Here Zoom Link For more information, education@trcnyc.org Location 314 MLK Time 9:30am - 11:00am Grace Space Nursery Grace Space Nursery Introducing Grace Space: A New Nursery Program for Families with Children Aged 0-3 Grace Space is a nurturing, faith-centered nursery program designed to support the spiritual growth of young children through Montessori-inspired activities and presentations. Held every Sunday from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM, Grace Space offers a warm and welcoming environment where toddlers can […] Location N/A Time 10:30am - 12:30pm Sunday Morning Worship: Advent II Sunday Morning Worship: Advent II Whoever you are: You are safe here. You are loved here. You are invited into full participation in our life together. We welcome, affirm, and celebrate all God’s children, LGBTQIA+. Worship of God is at the center of our life at The Riverside Church and our services reflect the diversity of who we are as […] Location Online Time 11:00am - 12:00pm Christmas Pageant Christmas Pageant The Christmas Pageant, performed by our Church School students, will take place on Sunday, December 8 during worship. Location Nave & Livestream Time 11:00am - 12:30pm Sunday Morning Worship Sunday Morning Worship Whoever you are: You are safe here. You are loved here. You are invited into full participation in our life together. We welcome, affirm, and celebrate all God’s children, LGBTQIA+. Worship of God is at the center of our life at The Riverside Church and our services reflect the diversity of who we are as […] 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 Coffee Hour Coffee Hour Location South Hall Lobby Time 12:30pm - 2:00pm Riverside Community String Ensemble Rehearsal Riverside Community String Ensemble Rehearsal The Riverside Community String Ensemble provides a nurturing environment where string players of all ages can learn how to play classical chamber music. Under the direction of Kristina Giles, the Riverside Community String Ensemble serves the church community by playing in worship and at other events throughout the year. Rehearsals: Sundays at 1:00pm Open to […] Location 411 MLK Time 1:00pm - 2:00pm Business & Women’s Professional Group Business & Women’s Professional Group Business & Women's Professional Group Meetings DATES: Monthly, 2nd Sundays, October 13 - June 8, 2025 TIME: 1:00PM - 3:00PM LOCATION: 9T Library Location 9T Time 1:00pm - 3:00pm 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 - 3:00pm African Fellowship Meeting African Fellowship Meeting Location 20T Time 1:30pm - 2:30pm Intermediate Biblical Hebrew Intermediate Biblical Hebrew Intermediate Biblical Hebrew DATES Sundays, October 6, 2024 - June 8, 2025 TIME 1:30PM - 4:30PM LOCATION Room: MLK 314 and Zoom Register Here Zoom Link For more information, education@trcnyc.org Location 314 MLK Time 1:30pm - 4:30pm Clara & the Nutcracker: A Christmas Story through Music Clara & the Nutcracker: A Christmas Story through Music Experience a free afternoon of music and holiday magic at Riverside, perfect for children and families! Enjoy inspiring performances by emerging young musicians, unique compositions, and festive activities in a concert designed to ignite a love of music in New York's young people. This special event features live classical, jazz, and contemporary music, along with […] Location 9T Time 1:30pm - 3:00pm Service of Hope and Consolation Service of Hope and Consolation Amidst the Advent season of waiting and hope, join us for our Service of Hope and Consolation. As we share in a time of quiet reflection, Scripture and candle lighting, we remember the light of Christ, who came into our darkness as Emmanuel, God with us. All are invited to gather in community, seeking light, […] Location Christ Chapel Time 2:00pm - 3:00pm Sunday Afternoon Carillon Recital Sunday Afternoon Carillon Recital 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. The bells swing […] Location N/A Time 3:00pm - 3:30pm 21 more	9 2024 Annual Winter Coat Drive 2024 Annual Winter Coat Drive Let’s come together to make sure everyone stays warm this winter! Riverside Church is hosting our annual coat drive and we’re inviting you to donate new or gently used, clean coats and jackets. Your donation can make a huge difference in someone’s life! How to Donate: November 22nd to December 15thDrop off your coats at […] Location near security desk Time 9:00am - 12:00pm 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. Jabe Ziino or Minister Heelee Velez for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am Toy and Book Drive Toy and Book Drive Let’s come together to make sure our food pantry children receive a gift this holiday season! The Riverside Church is hosting its annual toy/book drive from November 22nd to December 15th, and we are inviting you to donate a new toy and/or book. Your donation can make a huge difference and impact in a child’s […] Location 91 Claremont Avenue, New York, NY 10027 Time 9:00am - 5:00pm 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 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 5 more	10 2024 Annual Winter Coat Drive 2024 Annual Winter Coat Drive Let’s come together to make sure everyone stays warm this winter! Riverside Church is hosting our annual coat drive and we’re inviting you to donate new or gently used, clean coats and jackets. Your donation can make a huge difference in someone’s life! How to Donate: November 22nd to December 15thDrop off your coats at […] Location near security desk Time 9:00am - 12:00pm 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. Jabe Ziino or Minister Heelee Velez for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am Toy and Book Drive Toy and Book Drive Let’s come together to make sure our food pantry children receive a gift this holiday season! The Riverside Church is hosting its annual toy/book drive from November 22nd to December 15th, and we are inviting you to donate a new toy and/or book. Your donation can make a huge difference and impact in a child’s […] Location 91 Claremont Avenue, New York, NY 10027 Time 9:00am - 5:00pm 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 1 more	11 2024 Annual Winter Coat Drive 2024 Annual Winter Coat Drive Let’s come together to make sure everyone stays warm this winter! Riverside Church is hosting our annual coat drive and we’re inviting you to donate new or gently used, clean coats and jackets. Your donation can make a huge difference in someone’s life! How to Donate: November 22nd to December 15thDrop off your coats at […] Location near security desk Time 9:00am - 12:00pm 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. Jabe Ziino or Minister Heelee Velez for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am Toy and Book Drive Toy and Book Drive Let’s come together to make sure our food pantry children receive a gift this holiday season! The Riverside Church is hosting its annual toy/book drive from November 22nd to December 15th, and we are inviting you to donate a new toy and/or book. Your donation can make a huge difference and impact in a child’s […] Location 91 Claremont Avenue, New York, NY 10027 Time 9:00am - 5:00pm Older Adults French Group Older Adults French Group Older Adults French Group DATES Wednesdays, September 18, 2024 - June 11, 2025 TIME 10:30AM - 12:00PM LOCATION Room: MLK 321 For more information, education@trcnyc.org Location 321 MLK Time 10:30am - 12:00pm Advanced Beginners Biblical Hebrew II Advanced Beginners Biblical Hebrew II Advanced Beginners Biblical Hebrew II DATES: Wednesdays, October 2, 2024 – June 11, 2025 TIMES: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM LOCATION: Register Here Zoom Link For more information, email education@trcnyc.org. Location Via Zoom Time 5:00pm - 6:30pm Young Adults Bible Study Young Adults Bible Study Young Adults Bible Study DATES Wednesdays, September 18, 2024 - June 11, 2025 TIME 6:30PM - 8:30PM LOCATION Room: MLK 313 and Zoom Register Here For more information, education@trcnyc.org Location 313 MLK Time 6:30pm - 8:30pm Short Circle: Art as a Spiritual Practice with Rev. Mira Sawlani-Joyner Short Circle: Art as a Spiritual Practice with Rev. Mira Sawlani-Joyner Short Circles are two to three week classes, held on Zoom and led by Riverside clergy and ministerial staff. These classes will allow our Riverside community to connect around various topics and themes, deepening their faith and spirituality, and getting to know one another and the Riverside clergy team. Join Rev. Mira for an inspiring […] Location Zoom Time 7:00pm - 8:00pm 4 more	12 2024 Annual Winter Coat Drive 2024 Annual Winter Coat Drive Let’s come together to make sure everyone stays warm this winter! Riverside Church is hosting our annual coat drive and we’re inviting you to donate new or gently used, clean coats and jackets. Your donation can make a huge difference in someone’s life! How to Donate: November 22nd to December 15thDrop off your coats at […] Location near security desk Time 9:00am - 12:00pm 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. Jabe Ziino or Minister Heelee Velez for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am Toy and Book Drive Toy and Book Drive Let’s come together to make sure our food pantry children receive a gift this holiday season! The Riverside Church is hosting its annual toy/book drive from November 22nd to December 15th, and we are inviting you to donate a new toy and/or book. Your donation can make a huge difference and impact in a child’s […] Location 91 Claremont Avenue, New York, NY 10027 Time 9:00am - 5:00pm 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 Bible Study & Luncheon Tower League Bible Study & Luncheon Join the Riverside Church Tower League for their monthly bible study and luncheon Bible Study \| 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM \| 10T Luncheon \| 12:00 - 2:00 PM \| Assembly Hall Please contact Rev. Tim Dalton for more information. For more information about the Riverside Church Tower League, click here. Location 10T & Assembly Hall Time 11:00am - 2:00pm 2 more	13 2024 Annual Winter Coat Drive 2024 Annual Winter Coat Drive Let’s come together to make sure everyone stays warm this winter! Riverside Church is hosting our annual coat drive and we’re inviting you to donate new or gently used, clean coats and jackets. Your donation can make a huge difference in someone’s life! How to Donate: November 22nd to December 15thDrop off your coats at […] Location near security desk Time 9:00am - 12:00pm 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. Jabe Ziino or Minister Heelee Velez for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am Toy and Book Drive Toy and Book Drive Let’s come together to make sure our food pantry children receive a gift this holiday season! The Riverside Church is hosting its annual toy/book drive from November 22nd to December 15th, and we are inviting you to donate a new toy and/or book. Your donation can make a huge difference and impact in a child’s […] Location 91 Claremont Avenue, New York, NY 10027 Time 9:00am - 5:00pm The Nutcracker The Nutcracker Join us for The Nutcracker, a beloved holiday classic presented by Mooney/Cooley Dance and The Riverside Church! After receiving the gift of a beloved nutcracker from her Uncle Drosselmeyer, the magic of this timeless ballet begins! Dolls come to life, battles ensue, and Clara travels through the Land of the Snowflakes to meet the Sugarplum […] Location Riverside Theatre Time 7:00pm - 9:00pm 1 more	14 2024 Annual Winter Coat Drive 2024 Annual Winter Coat Drive Let’s come together to make sure everyone stays warm this winter! Riverside Church is hosting our annual coat drive and we’re inviting you to donate new or gently used, clean coats and jackets. Your donation can make a huge difference in someone’s life! How to Donate: November 22nd to December 15thDrop off your coats at […] Location near security desk Time 9:00am - 12:00pm Toy and Book Drive Toy and Book Drive Let’s come together to make sure our food pantry children receive a gift this holiday season! The Riverside Church is hosting its annual toy/book drive from November 22nd to December 15th, and we are inviting you to donate a new toy and/or book. Your donation can make a huge difference and impact in a child’s […] Location 91 Claremont Avenue, New York, NY 10027 Time 9:00am - 5:00pm Visit The Met Cloisters with The Riverside Church Visit The Met Cloisters with The Riverside Church Join Us for a Holiday Outing to the Met Cloisters! Celebrate Advent with Riverside Young Adults on Thursday, December 14 as we visit the Met Cloisters Museum! We’ll meet at 10:30 AM at the Claremont Avenue entrance and travel together to Washington Heights. Perched on a hill in Northern Manhattan, the Cloisters is a one-of-a-kind museum featuring medieval European […] Location meet at Claremont Entrance, travel to museum Time 10:30am - 2:00pm Riverside Book Club Riverside Book Club Join the Riverside BookClub monthly for conversation around chosen books. Join us online on Saturday, December 14, at 11:00 a.m. for the December Book Club discussion, led by Riversider David King, as we delve into Life After Doom: Wisdom and Courage for a World Falling Apart by Brian D. McLaren. For over 25 years, McLaren […] Location Zoom Time 11:00am - 12:00pm Candlelight Prep Candlelight Prep Join us in spreading the warmth and glow of the holiday season at The Riverside Church! We're seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help assemble nearly 2,000 candles for our Candlelight Carol Festival. 👉 Details 📅 Date: Saturday, December 14th 🕛 Time: 12:00PM - 2:00 PM 📍 Location: South Hall Lobby Help us create an enchanting atmosphere […] Location South Hall Lobby Time 12:00pm - 2:00pm The Nutcracker The Nutcracker Join us for The Nutcracker, a beloved holiday classic presented by Mooney/Cooley Dance and The Riverside Church! After receiving the gift of a beloved nutcracker from her Uncle Drosselmeyer, the magic of this timeless ballet begins! Dolls come to life, battles ensue, and Clara travels through the Land of the Snowflakes to meet the Sugarplum […] Location Riverside Theatre Time 2:00pm - 4:00pm Maranatha Christmas Celebration with a Purpose Maranatha Christmas Celebration with a Purpose Maranatha Annual Christmas Celebration with a Purpose Saturday, December 14th \| 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM \| Room 9T Come celebrate the season with us at the Maranatha Annual Christmas Celebration with a Purpose! Enjoy a festive evening filled with delicious dinner, live entertainment, DJ music, dancing, carol singing, and great fellowship in a warm […] Location 9T Time 6:00pm - 10:00pm 4 more
15 2024 Annual Winter Coat Drive 2024 Annual Winter Coat Drive Let’s come together to make sure everyone stays warm this winter! Riverside Church is hosting our annual coat drive and we’re inviting you to donate new or gently used, clean coats and jackets. Your donation can make a huge difference in someone’s life! How to Donate: November 22nd to December 15thDrop off your coats at […] Location near security desk Time 9:00am - 12:00pm Fresh Start Fresh Start Sundays \| 8:30 am – 9:00 am \| Zoom 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 phone. Location Online Time 8:30am - 9:00am Seekers Book Study Seekers Book Study DESCRIPTION The Seekers is a study group focused on exploring spirituality through books and videos by progressive theologians. As Carl Jung observed, many religious people struggle with traditional images of God as they mature, finding the idea of a deity "up there" in heaven no longer resonates. This class offers fresh perspectives on the divine, […] Location 323 MLK Time 9:00am - 10:00am Toy and Book Drive Toy and Book Drive Let’s come together to make sure our food pantry children receive a gift this holiday season! The Riverside Church is hosting its annual toy/book drive from November 22nd to December 15th, and we are inviting you to donate a new toy and/or book. Your donation can make a huge difference and impact in a child’s […] Location 91 Claremont Avenue, New York, NY 10027 Time 9:00am - 5:00pm 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 Open Bible Study 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 & Zoom Time 9:30am - 10:30am Absolute Beginners Biblical Hebrew Absolute Beginners Biblical Hebrew Absolute Beginners Biblical Hebrew DATES Sundays, October 6, 2024 - June 8, 2025 TIME 9:30AM - 11:00AM LOCATION Room: MLK 314 and Zoom Register Here Zoom Link For more information, education@trcnyc.org Location 314 MLK Time 9:30am - 11:00am Cherub Choir Rehearsal Cherub Choir Rehearsal The Cherub Choir is a safe and nurturing environment for children in Kindergarten and 1st grade to be introduced to music. Under the guidance of Sharon Pritchard, members of the Cherub Choir are able to discover their singing voice while playing an important role in our church community, singing monthly in worship and participating in […] Location 717 MLK Time 10:00am - 10:45am Rising Voices Rehearsal Rising Voices Rehearsal The Rising Voices is an exciting singing opportunity open to all children in 2nd through 6th grades. Under the direction of Matthew Hommez, members of the Rising Voices continue to find their voice and develop their musicianship skills while building connections with others. Singing with the Rising Voices is a fun way for the children […] Location Chapel of the Cross Time 10:00am - 10:45am Youth Choir Rehearsal Youth Choir Rehearsal The Riverside Youth Choir provides an encouraging space for middle and high schoolers to further develop their voice, musicianship skills, and independence while serving their community. Under the direction of Matthew Hommez, members of the Riverside Youth Choir sing monthly in worship, as well as at other events throughout the year. Rehearsals: Sundays at 10:15am […] Location Chapel of the Cross Time 10:00am - 10:45am ParentConnect ParentConnect Join our vibrant and supportive community at Riverside – ParentConnect! Held from 10:00 am to 10:45 am on Sundays in room MLK 318 & Online, ParentConnect celebrates diversity, open-mindedness, and acceptance, creating a safe space for meaningful conversations and connections. Our group focuses on fostering understanding, empathy, and mutual respect, empowering parents/ parent guardians to navigate the joys and challenges of raising […] Location 318 MLK & Zoom Time 10:00am - 10:45am Grace Space Nursery Grace Space Nursery Introducing Grace Space: A New Nursery Program for Families with Children Aged 0-3 Grace Space is a nurturing, faith-centered nursery program designed to support the spiritual growth of young children through Montessori-inspired activities and presentations. Held every Sunday from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM, Grace Space offers a warm and welcoming environment where toddlers can […] Location N/A Time 10:30am - 12:30pm Sunday Morning Worship: Advent III Sunday Morning Worship: Advent III Whoever you are: You are safe here. You are loved here. You are invited into full participation in our life together. We welcome, affirm, and celebrate all God’s children, LGBTQIA+. Worship of God is at the center of our life at The Riverside Church and our services reflect the diversity of who we are as […] 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 Coffee Hour Coffee Hour Location South Hall Lobby Time 12:30pm - 2:00pm Harmony In Motion Harmony In Motion Join us at Riverside for an exciting and enriching free music program, ‘Harmony In Motion,’ tailored for children in Kindergarten to 6th grades on Sundays from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm! Our dynamic piano and Ukulele lessons celebrate diversity and creativity, welcoming students of all backgrounds and skill levels to explore their musical passions. Led by an experienced instructor Min. Heelee Velez (piano) […] Location 316 MLK Time 1:00pm - 3:00pm B’s & P’s Annual Christmas Tea B’s & P’s Annual Christmas Tea DATE: Sunday, December 15 TIME: 1:00PM - 4:00PM LOCATION: 9T Library Location 9T Time 1:00pm - 4:00pm The Nutcracker The Nutcracker Join us for The Nutcracker, a beloved holiday classic presented by Mooney/Cooley Dance and The Riverside Church! After receiving the gift of a beloved nutcracker from her Uncle Drosselmeyer, the magic of this timeless ballet begins! Dolls come to life, battles ensue, and Clara travels through the Land of the Snowflakes to meet the Sugarplum […] Location Riverside Theatre Time 1:00pm - 3:00pm 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. Location 5T Conference Room Time 1:30pm - 2:30pm Intermediate Biblical Hebrew Intermediate Biblical Hebrew Intermediate Biblical Hebrew DATES Sundays, October 6, 2024 - June 8, 2025 TIME 1:30PM - 4:30PM LOCATION Room: MLK 314 and Zoom Register Here Zoom Link For more information, education@trcnyc.org Location 314 MLK Time 1:30pm - 4:30pm Sunday Afternoon Carillon Recital Sunday Afternoon Carillon Recital 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. The bells swing […] Location N/A Time 3:00pm - 3:30pm Candlelight Carol Festival Candlelight Carol Festival This longstanding tradition has become an essential part of Christmas in New York City. This service of music and light combines carillon, organ, harp, and all the choirs of The Riverside Church, culminating in a ritual sharing of candlelight illuminating the nave. The Candlelight Carol Festival will take place in person at The Riverside Church […] Location Nave & Livestream Time 4:00pm - 6:30pm 19 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. Jabe Ziino or Minister Heelee Velez for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through […] 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 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	17 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. Jabe Ziino or Minister Heelee Velez for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am 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	18 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. Jabe Ziino or Minister Heelee Velez for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am Older Adults French Group Older Adults French Group Older Adults French Group DATES Wednesdays, September 18, 2024 - June 11, 2025 TIME 10:30AM - 12:00PM LOCATION Room: MLK 321 For more information, education@trcnyc.org Location 321 MLK Time 10:30am - 12:00pm Advanced Beginners Biblical Hebrew II Advanced Beginners Biblical Hebrew II Advanced Beginners Biblical Hebrew II DATES: Wednesdays, October 2, 2024 – June 11, 2025 TIMES: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM LOCATION: Register Here Zoom Link For more information, email education@trcnyc.org. Location Via Zoom Time 5:00pm - 6:30pm Young Adults Bible Study Young Adults Bible Study Young Adults Bible Study DATES Wednesdays, September 18, 2024 - June 11, 2025 TIME 6:30PM - 8:30PM LOCATION Room: MLK 313 and Zoom Register Here For more information, education@trcnyc.org Location 313 MLK Time 6:30pm - 8:30pm Antiracism Task Force Study Group Antiracism Task Force Study Group Location 9T Library Time 7:00pm - 9:00pm Short Circle: Art as a Spiritual Practice with Rev. Mira Sawlani-Joyner Short Circle: Art as a Spiritual Practice with Rev. Mira Sawlani-Joyner Short Circles are two to three week classes, held on Zoom and led by Riverside clergy and ministerial staff. These classes will allow our Riverside community to connect around various topics and themes, deepening their faith and spirituality, and getting to know one another and the Riverside clergy team. Join Rev. Mira for an inspiring […] Location Zoom Time 7:00pm - 8:00pm 3 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. Jabe Ziino or Minister Heelee Velez for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through […] 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 more information, please contact Rev. Tim Dalton. For more information about the Riverside Church Tower League, click here. Location Online Time 1:30pm - 3:00pm 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	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. Jabe Ziino or Minister Heelee Velez for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am	21
22 Fresh Start Fresh Start Sundays \| 8:30 am – 9:00 am \| Zoom 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 phone. Location Online Time 8:30am - 9:00am 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 Open Bible Study 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 & Zoom Time 9:30am - 10:30am Absolute Beginners Biblical Hebrew Absolute Beginners Biblical Hebrew Absolute Beginners Biblical Hebrew DATES Sundays, October 6, 2024 - June 8, 2025 TIME 9:30AM - 11:00AM LOCATION Room: MLK 314 and Zoom Register Here Zoom Link For more information, education@trcnyc.org Location 314 MLK Time 9:30am - 11:00am Ecclesia Ministry Ecclesia Ministry Often called "the church without walls,” Ecclesia is a radically open and affirming fellowship who desire is to be in an open community with the poor and marginalized of our society. We share in worship and lunch every month. All welcome to visit and join us. Click here to learn more about Ecclesia Ministry. Location Assembly Hall Kitchen Time 10:00am - 11:00am ParentConnect ParentConnect Join our vibrant and supportive community at Riverside – ParentConnect! Held from 10:00 am to 10:45 am on Sundays in room MLK 318 & Online, ParentConnect celebrates diversity, open-mindedness, and acceptance, creating a safe space for meaningful conversations and connections. Our group focuses on fostering understanding, empathy, and mutual respect, empowering parents/ parent guardians to navigate the joys and challenges of raising […] Location 318 MLK & Zoom Time 10:00am - 10:45am Grace Space Nursery Grace Space Nursery Introducing Grace Space: A New Nursery Program for Families with Children Aged 0-3 Grace Space is a nurturing, faith-centered nursery program designed to support the spiritual growth of young children through Montessori-inspired activities and presentations. Held every Sunday from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM, Grace Space offers a warm and welcoming environment where toddlers can […] Location N/A Time 10:30am - 12:30pm Sunday Morning Worship: Advent IV Sunday Morning Worship: Advent IV Whoever you are: You are safe here. You are loved here. You are invited into full participation in our life together. We welcome, affirm, and celebrate all God’s children, LGBTQIA+. Worship of God is at the center of our life at The Riverside Church and our services reflect the diversity of who we are as […] 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 Coffee Hour Coffee Hour Location South Hall Lobby Time 12:30pm - 2:00pm Harmony In Motion Harmony In Motion Join us at Riverside for an exciting and enriching free music program, ‘Harmony In Motion,’ tailored for children in Kindergarten to 6th grades on Sundays from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm! Our dynamic piano and Ukulele lessons celebrate diversity and creativity, welcoming students of all backgrounds and skill levels to explore their musical passions. Led by an experienced instructor Min. Heelee Velez (piano) […] Location 316 MLK Time 1:00pm - 3:00pm Intermediate Biblical Hebrew Intermediate Biblical Hebrew Intermediate Biblical Hebrew DATES Sundays, October 6, 2024 - June 8, 2025 TIME 1:30PM - 4:30PM LOCATION Room: MLK 314 and Zoom Register Here Zoom Link For more information, education@trcnyc.org Location 314 MLK Time 1:30pm - 4:30pm Sunday Afternoon Carillon Recital Sunday Afternoon Carillon Recital 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. The bells swing […] Location N/A Time 3:00pm - 3:30pm 10 more	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. Jabe Ziino or Minister Heelee Velez for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through […] 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	24 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. Jabe Ziino or Minister Heelee Velez for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am Christmas Eve Service for Children & Families Christmas Eve Service for Children & Families Location Nave & Online Time 4:00pm - 5:30pm Christmas Eve Service of Lessons & Carols Christmas Eve Service of Lessons & Carols Location Nave & Online Time 7:00pm - 9:00pm	25 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. Jabe Ziino or Minister Heelee Velez for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am	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. Jabe Ziino or Minister Heelee Velez for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through […] 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 more information, please contact Rev. Tim Dalton. For more information about the Riverside Church Tower League, click here. Location Online Time 1:30pm - 3:00pm	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. Jabe Ziino or Minister Heelee Velez for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am	28 Theatre of the Oppressed Theatre of the Oppressed Location Multipurpose Room Time 1:00pm - 4:00pm
29 Fresh Start Fresh Start Sundays \| 8:30 am – 9:00 am \| Zoom 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 phone. Location Online Time 8:30am - 9:00am 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 Absolute Beginners Biblical Hebrew Absolute Beginners Biblical Hebrew Absolute Beginners Biblical Hebrew DATES Sundays, October 6, 2024 - June 8, 2025 TIME 9:30AM - 11:00AM LOCATION Room: MLK 314 and Zoom Register Here Zoom Link For more information, education@trcnyc.org Location 314 MLK Time 9:30am - 11:00am ParentConnect ParentConnect Join our vibrant and supportive community at Riverside – ParentConnect! Held from 10:00 am to 10:45 am on Sundays in room MLK 318 & Online, ParentConnect celebrates diversity, open-mindedness, and acceptance, creating a safe space for meaningful conversations and connections. Our group focuses on fostering understanding, empathy, and mutual respect, empowering parents/ parent guardians to navigate the joys and challenges of raising […] Location 318 MLK & Zoom Time 10:00am - 10:45am Grace Space Nursery Grace Space Nursery Introducing Grace Space: A New Nursery Program for Families with Children Aged 0-3 Grace Space is a nurturing, faith-centered nursery program designed to support the spiritual growth of young children through Montessori-inspired activities and presentations. Held every Sunday from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM, Grace Space offers a warm and welcoming environment where toddlers can […] Location N/A Time 10:30am - 12:30pm Sunday Morning Worship: First Sunday After Christmas Sunday Morning Worship: First Sunday After Christmas Whoever you are: You are safe here. You are loved here. You are invited into full participation in our life together. We welcome, affirm, and celebrate all God’s children, LGBTQIA+. Worship of God is at the center of our life at The Riverside Church and our services reflect the diversity of who we are as […] 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 Coffee Hour Coffee Hour Location South Hall Lobby Time 12:30pm - 2:00pm Harmony In Motion Harmony In Motion Join us at Riverside for an exciting and enriching free music program, ‘Harmony In Motion,’ tailored for children in Kindergarten to 6th grades on Sundays from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm! Our dynamic piano and Ukulele lessons celebrate diversity and creativity, welcoming students of all backgrounds and skill levels to explore their musical passions. Led by an experienced instructor Min. Heelee Velez (piano) […] Location 316 MLK Time 1:00pm - 3:00pm Intermediate Biblical Hebrew Intermediate Biblical Hebrew Intermediate Biblical Hebrew DATES Sundays, October 6, 2024 - June 8, 2025 TIME 1:30PM - 4:30PM LOCATION Room: MLK 314 and Zoom Register Here Zoom Link For more information, education@trcnyc.org Location 314 MLK Time 1:30pm - 4:30pm Sunday Afternoon Carillon Recital Sunday Afternoon Carillon Recital 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. The bells swing […] Location N/A Time 3:00pm - 3:30pm 8 more	30 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. Jabe Ziino or Minister Heelee Velez for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through […] 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	31 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. Jabe Ziino or Minister Heelee Velez for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through […] Location Online Time 8:00am - 8:30am New Year’s Eve Watch Night Service New Year’s Eve Watch Night Service Location Nave & Online Time 11:00pm - 11:59pm

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