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Fresh StartFresh StartSundays | 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. LocationTime8:30am - 9:00am Discovering the BibleDiscovering the BibleDiscover the Bible is a 30-session course designed to help you understand the Bible—how it is organized, how it was written, and the historical context behind each book. Throughout the course, you’ll explore key stories and people in the Bible while developing critical skills to: • Ask meaningful questions of the text • Compare one […] LocationTime9:00am - 10:30am The Seekers Book StudyThe Seekers Book StudyThe Seekers is a study group exploring ways to understand the divine through books and videos by progressive theologians. Carl Jung noted that as religious people move beyond childhood, they may struggle with the image of God “up there” in heaven. This class explores different ways of understanding the divine that may resonate more deeply […] LocationTime9:00am - 10:30am Open Bible StudyOpen Bible StudyOpen 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 […] LocationTime9:30am - 10:30am Education Registration TableSunday Morning Worship: All Saints’ DaySunday Morning Worship: All Saints’ DayWhoever 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 […] LocationTime11:00am - 12:00pm Virtual Coffee HourVirtual Coffee HourJoin us Sunday after worship for a virtual coffee hour where we will connect with one another and have a sermon talkback with Sunday’s preacher and other Riverside clergy. (Bring your own coffee!) Click the link below to join on Zoom. Join Virtual Coffee Hour Click here to see all of Riverside's online ministries, small […] LocationTime11:30am - 12:30pm Coffee HourCoffee HourLocationTime12:30pm - 2:00pm Practicing SabbathPracticing SabbathOn first Sundays after worship, we Practice Sabbath as a community. There will be no all-church programming on first Sundays, with the exception of the Rising Voices Concert in May. Programming before worship will continue on all Sundays unless otherwise noted. We will have lunch available for purchase in South Hall, as always. LocationTime12:30pm - 1:30pm BEC Food Sampling Table*Social Services Committee Meeting*Social Services Committee Meeting*Online Only 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. LocationTime1:00pm - 2:30pm Sunday Afternoon Carillon RecitalSunday Afternoon Carillon RecitalThe 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 […] LocationN/A Time1:30pm - 2:00pm Light Eternal: Duruflé’s Requiem for All Saints’ DayLight Eternal: Duruflé’s Requiem for All Saints’ DayFor All Saints’ Day, the Riverside Choir will present Maurice Duruflé’s iconic Requiem, Op. 9, a beloved choral masterpiece of the French repertoire. The program will also feature the contemporary work In Remembrance by Jeffrey Ames. TICKETS This concert is presented free of charge. Tickets are not required. LocationTime3:00pm - 4:30pm Sharing Fund Committee Meeting17 more |
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Morning PrayerMorning PrayerMonday 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 education@trcnyc.org for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Click […] LocationTime8:00am - 8:30am Tower League Bible Study (Zoom)Blessed are Those Who Mourn | Grief GroupBlessed are Those Who Mourn | Grief GroupStay tuned for more information. LocationTime6:00pm - 7:30pm Beyond Sunday ExperienceBeyond Sunday ExperienceJoin us on four First Mondays for an intimate, behind-the-scenes journey through the life of The Riverside Church. Each evening features guided experiences, historical exhibits, interactive moments, and a light reception. Space is limited so RSVP required. Hosted by Member Services and Stewardship & Development. (These events were formerly known as Grateful Gatherings and Member […] LocationN/A Time6:00pm - 7:30pm 1 more |
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Morning PrayerMorning PrayerMonday 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 education@trcnyc.org for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Click […] LocationTime8:00am - 8:30am Food PantryFood PantryThe Riverside Food Pantry distributes food Tuesday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Effective February 1, 2026, our food pantry will implement a daily cap of 125 guests during food distribution (Tuesday through Friday). The food pantry will open at 9:00 a.m. Early arrival is strongly encouraged to ensure you are able to be served, as only […] LocationTime9:00am - 1:00pm Corbin HillCorbin HillLocationTime11:00am - 6:00pm Caring Hearts | Caregiver Support Group (Day)Caring Hearts | Caregiver Support Group (Day)Stay tuned for more information. LocationTime1:00pm - 2:30pm Palestine Circle Student MeetingChurch School Teachers Meeting4 more |
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Morning PrayerMorning PrayerMonday 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 education@trcnyc.org for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Click […] LocationTime8:00am - 8:30am Food PantryFood PantryThe Riverside Food Pantry distributes food Tuesday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Effective February 1, 2026, our food pantry will implement a daily cap of 125 guests during food distribution (Tuesday through Friday). The food pantry will open at 9:00 a.m. Early arrival is strongly encouraged to ensure you are able to be served, as only […] LocationTime9:00am - 1:00pm Biblical Hebrew – Advanced BeginnersSpace for GraceSpace for GraceJoin 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 occurs the first Wednesday of each month. https://www.youtube.com/embed?listType=playlist&list=PLFcF522N5nEAbo0zRY5tWB9DGmiE56Q19&layout=gallery Download the Bulletin LocationTime6:00pm - 9:00pm 2 more |
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Morning PrayerMorning PrayerMonday 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 education@trcnyc.org for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Click […] LocationTime8:00am - 8:30am Tower League Weekly Zoom ExerciseFood PantryFood PantryThe Riverside Food Pantry distributes food Tuesday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Effective February 1, 2026, our food pantry will implement a daily cap of 125 guests during food distribution (Tuesday through Friday). The food pantry will open at 9:00 a.m. Early arrival is strongly encouraged to ensure you are able to be served, as only […] LocationTime9:00am - 1:00pm Tower League Weekly Zoom ProgramingPersonnel & Salary Committee MeetingPersonnel & Salary Committee MeetingAlways 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. LocationTime6:00pm - 7:30pm Short Circles: TBD with Rev. Mira Sawlani-JoynerShort Circles: TBD with Rev. Mira Sawlani-JoynerTBD with Rev. Mira Sawlani-Joyner November 5, 12, 19 | 7:00 - 8:00 pm ET | Zoom Stay tuned for more information! 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, […] LocationTime7:00pm - 8:00pm 3 more |
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Morning PrayerMorning PrayerMonday 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 education@trcnyc.org for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Click […] LocationTime8:00am - 8:30am Food PantryFood PantryThe Riverside Food Pantry distributes food Tuesday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Effective February 1, 2026, our food pantry will implement a daily cap of 125 guests during food distribution (Tuesday through Friday). The food pantry will open at 9:00 a.m. Early arrival is strongly encouraged to ensure you are able to be served, as only […] LocationTime9:00am - 1:00pm |
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Turkey Trot 5kTurkey Trot 5kThe Riverside Church Second Annual Riverside Turkey Trot 5K Join us for the Second Annual Riverside Turkey Trot 5K on Saturday, November 7, as we once again bring our community together for a fun, active, and meaningful way to support our neighbors during the holiday season. Building on the success of our inaugural race, this […] LocationTime9:00am - 12:00pm Beloved Earth CommunityBeloved Earth CommunityBeloved 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 Betty Kranzdorf (chair) bkranzdorf@yahoo.com and Milly Akinsulure (vice-chair) awantpeace@yahoo.com LocationTime1:00pm - 3:00pm |
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Fresh StartFresh StartSundays | 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. LocationTime8:30am - 9:00am Discovering the BibleDiscovering the BibleDiscover the Bible is a 30-session course designed to help you understand the Bible—how it is organized, how it was written, and the historical context behind each book. Throughout the course, you’ll explore key stories and people in the Bible while developing critical skills to: • Ask meaningful questions of the text • Compare one […] LocationTime9:00am - 10:30am The Seekers Book StudyThe Seekers Book StudyThe Seekers is a study group exploring ways to understand the divine through books and videos by progressive theologians. Carl Jung noted that as religious people move beyond childhood, they may struggle with the image of God “up there” in heaven. This class explores different ways of understanding the divine that may resonate more deeply […] LocationTime9:00am - 10:30am Open Bible StudyOpen Bible StudyOpen 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 […] LocationTime9:30am - 10:30am Education Registration TableCYF Sunday School – Rising Voices HoldingCYF Sunday School – Rising Voices HoldingStay tuned for more information. LocationTime10:00am - 11:00am Sunday Morning WorshipSunday Morning WorshipWhoever 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 […] LocationTime11:00am - 12:00pm Virtual Coffee HourVirtual Coffee HourJoin us Sunday after worship for a virtual coffee hour where we will connect with one another and have a sermon talkback with Sunday’s preacher and other Riverside clergy. (Bring your own coffee!) Click the link below to join on Zoom. Join Virtual Coffee Hour Click here to see all of Riverside's online ministries, small […] LocationTime11:30am - 12:30pm Coffee HourCoffee HourLocationTime12:30pm - 2:00pm Bs and Ps Women’s Group MeetingMen’s Class – “Challenges and Trials of Being Young Black Men”Men’s Class – “Challenges and Trials of Being Young Black Men”Stay tuned for more information. LocationTime1:00pm - 4:00pm Sunday Afternoon Carillon RecitalSunday Afternoon Carillon RecitalThe 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 […] LocationN/A Time1:30pm - 2:00pm Psalms: A Poetic Exploration WorkshopPsalms: A Poetic Exploration WorkshopStay tuned for more information. LocationTime1:30pm - 3:30pm 18 more |
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Morning PrayerMorning PrayerMonday 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 education@trcnyc.org for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Click […] LocationTime8:00am - 8:30am Tower League Bible Study (Zoom)Membership, Care, & Parish Life Commission MeetingMembership, Care, & Parish Life Commission MeetingAlways 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. LocationTime6:00pm - 7:30pm Blessed are Those Who Mourn | Grief GroupBlessed are Those Who Mourn | Grief GroupStay tuned for more information. LocationTime6:00pm - 7:30pm Mission & Social Justice Commission MeetingMission & Social Justice Commission MeetingAlways 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. LocationTime6:30pm - 8:30pm 3 more |
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Morning PrayerMorning PrayerMonday 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 education@trcnyc.org for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Click […] LocationTime8:00am - 8:30am Food PantryFood PantryThe Riverside Food Pantry distributes food Tuesday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Effective February 1, 2026, our food pantry will implement a daily cap of 125 guests during food distribution (Tuesday through Friday). The food pantry will open at 9:00 a.m. Early arrival is strongly encouraged to ensure you are able to be served, as only […] LocationTime9:00am - 1:00pm Corbin HillCorbin HillLocationTime11:00am - 6:00pm Nominating Committee MeetingNominating Committee MeetingAlways 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. LocationTime6:30pm - 8:00pm Education Commission MeetingEducation Commission MeetingAlways 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. LocationTime7:00pm - 8:30pm Palestine Circle Student Meeting5 more |
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Morning PrayerMorning PrayerMonday 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 education@trcnyc.org for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Click […] LocationTime8:00am - 8:30am Food PantryFood PantryThe Riverside Food Pantry distributes food Tuesday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Effective February 1, 2026, our food pantry will implement a daily cap of 125 guests during food distribution (Tuesday through Friday). The food pantry will open at 9:00 a.m. Early arrival is strongly encouraged to ensure you are able to be served, as only […] LocationTime9:00am - 1:00pm Biblical Hebrew – Advanced BeginnersDinner ChurchDinner ChurchDinner Church is a time for young adults to make and share dinner together, and to dive into Bible study and what it means to be a progressive Christian in our day and age. Join us between 4:30 and 5:00 pm to help with cooking, or show up at 5:30 pm for dinner. RSVP for […] LocationTime5:00pm - 9:00pm 2 more |
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Morning PrayerMorning PrayerMonday 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 education@trcnyc.org for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Click […] LocationTime8:00am - 8:30am Tower League Weekly Zoom ExerciseFood PantryFood PantryThe Riverside Food Pantry distributes food Tuesday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Effective February 1, 2026, our food pantry will implement a daily cap of 125 guests during food distribution (Tuesday through Friday). The food pantry will open at 9:00 a.m. Early arrival is strongly encouraged to ensure you are able to be served, as only […] LocationTime9:00am - 1:00pm Tower League Weekly Zoom ProgramingShort Circles: TBD with Rev. Mira Sawlani-JoynerShort Circles: TBD with Rev. Mira Sawlani-JoynerTBD with Rev. Mira Sawlani-Joyner November 5, 12, 19 | 7:00 - 8:00 pm ET | Zoom Stay tuned for more information! 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, […] LocationTime7:00pm - 8:00pm 2 more |
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Morning PrayerMorning PrayerMonday 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 education@trcnyc.org for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Click […] LocationTime8:00am - 8:30am Food PantryFood PantryThe Riverside Food Pantry distributes food Tuesday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Effective February 1, 2026, our food pantry will implement a daily cap of 125 guests during food distribution (Tuesday through Friday). The food pantry will open at 9:00 a.m. Early arrival is strongly encouraged to ensure you are able to be served, as only […] LocationTime9:00am - 1:00pm |
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Riverside Book ClubRiverside Book ClubJoin the Riverside BookClub monthly for conversation around chosen books. Click Here to Register LocationTime11:00am - 12:00pm Palestine Circle Ministry Meeting |
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Fresh StartFresh StartSundays | 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. LocationTime8:30am - 9:00am Discovering the BibleDiscovering the BibleDiscover the Bible is a 30-session course designed to help you understand the Bible—how it is organized, how it was written, and the historical context behind each book. Throughout the course, you’ll explore key stories and people in the Bible while developing critical skills to: • Ask meaningful questions of the text • Compare one […] LocationTime9:00am - 10:30am The Seekers Book StudyThe Seekers Book StudyThe Seekers is a study group exploring ways to understand the divine through books and videos by progressive theologians. Carl Jung noted that as religious people move beyond childhood, they may struggle with the image of God “up there” in heaven. This class explores different ways of understanding the divine that may resonate more deeply […] LocationTime9:00am - 10:30am Open Bible StudyOpen Bible StudyOpen 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 […] LocationTime9:30am - 10:30am Education Registration TableSunday Morning WorshipSunday Morning WorshipWhoever 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 […] LocationTime11:00am - 12:00pm Virtual Coffee HourVirtual Coffee HourJoin us Sunday after worship for a virtual coffee hour where we will connect with one another and have a sermon talkback with Sunday’s preacher and other Riverside clergy. (Bring your own coffee!) Click the link below to join on Zoom. Join Virtual Coffee Hour Click here to see all of Riverside's online ministries, small […] LocationTime11:30am - 12:30pm Coffee HourCoffee HourLocationTime12:30pm - 2:00pm Bs and Ps Bake SaleInformal Congregational MeetingSunday Afternoon Carillon RecitalSunday Afternoon Carillon RecitalThe 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 […] LocationN/A Time1:30pm - 2:00pm Men’s ClassMen’s ClassLocationTime1:30pm - 2:30pm Maranatha: VISIONS Ballet PerformanceMaranatha: VISIONS Ballet PerformanceStay tuned for more information. LocationTime3:00pm - 5:00pm Battle of The OrgansBattle of The OrgansThe Riverside Symphony presents an extraordinary concert showcasing the remarkable colors and character of the organ. Acclaimed organist Nathaniel Gumbs performs Francis Poulenc’s beloved Organ Concerto, a work of vibrant contrasts, dramatic power, and luminous beauty. The program also features Jonathan Mathis in a captivating concerto for barrel organ, offering a rare opportunity to experience […] LocationTime3:00pm - 4:30pm Maranatha: VISIONS Ballet ReceptionPsalms: A Poetic Exploration (Zoom)Psalms: A Poetic Exploration (Zoom)Stay tuned for more information. LocationN/A Time5:30pm - 6:30pm 21 more |
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Morning PrayerMorning PrayerMonday 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 education@trcnyc.org for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Click […] LocationTime8:00am - 8:30am Tower League Bible Study (Zoom)Blessed are Those Who Mourn | Grief GroupBlessed are Those Who Mourn | Grief GroupStay tuned for more information. LocationTime6:00pm - 7:30pm Riverside Compassion Circle | Support GroupRiverside Compassion Circle | Support GroupStay tuned for more information. LocationTime6:00pm - 7:30pm 1 more |
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Morning PrayerMorning PrayerMonday 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 education@trcnyc.org for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Click […] LocationTime8:00am - 8:30am Food PantryFood PantryThe Riverside Food Pantry distributes food Tuesday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Effective February 1, 2026, our food pantry will implement a daily cap of 125 guests during food distribution (Tuesday through Friday). The food pantry will open at 9:00 a.m. Early arrival is strongly encouraged to ensure you are able to be served, as only […] LocationTime9:00am - 1:00pm Caring Hearts | Caregiver Support Group (Evening)Caring Hearts | Caregiver Support Group (Evening)Stay tuned for more information. LocationTime6:00pm - 7:30pm Building Committee MeetingBuilding Committee MeetingAlways 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. LocationTime7:00pm - 8:30pm Palestine Circle Student MeetingOrgan Recital by Phillippe LefebvreOrgan Recital by Phillippe LefebvreWe are delighted to welcome Philippe Lefebvre, one of France’s distinguished concert organists and a celebrated figure in the world of French organ music. Lefebvre served as one of the titular organists of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, where he was a guardian and interpreter of the cathedral’s extraordinary musical tradition. A gifted performer and improviser, […] LocationTime7:00pm - 8:30pm 4 more |
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Morning PrayerMorning PrayerMonday 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 education@trcnyc.org for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Click […] LocationTime8:00am - 8:30am Food PantryFood PantryThe Riverside Food Pantry distributes food Tuesday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Effective February 1, 2026, our food pantry will implement a daily cap of 125 guests during food distribution (Tuesday through Friday). The food pantry will open at 9:00 a.m. Early arrival is strongly encouraged to ensure you are able to be served, as only […] LocationTime9:00am - 1:00pm Biblical Hebrew – Advanced BeginnersDinner ChurchDinner ChurchDinner Church is a time for young adults to make and share dinner together, and to dive into Bible study and what it means to be a progressive Christian in our day and age. Join us between 4:30 and 5:00 pm to help with cooking, or show up at 5:30 pm for dinner. RSVP for […] LocationTime5:00pm - 9:00pm 2 more |
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Morning PrayerMorning PrayerMonday 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 education@trcnyc.org for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Click […] LocationTime8:00am - 8:30am Tower League Weekly Zoom ExerciseFood PantryFood PantryThe Riverside Food Pantry distributes food Tuesday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Effective February 1, 2026, our food pantry will implement a daily cap of 125 guests during food distribution (Tuesday through Friday). The food pantry will open at 9:00 a.m. Early arrival is strongly encouraged to ensure you are able to be served, as only […] LocationTime9:00am - 1:00pm Tower League Weekly Zoom ProgramingStewardship Committee MeetingStewardship Committee MeetingAlways 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. LocationTime6:30pm - 8:00pm Budget & Planning Committee MeetingBudget & Planning Committee MeetingAlways 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. LocationTime6:30pm - 8:00pm Stewardship Committee MeetingStewardship Committee MeetingAlways 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. LocationTime6:30pm - 8:00pm Short Circles: TBD with Rev. Mira Sawlani-JoynerShort Circles: TBD with Rev. Mira Sawlani-JoynerTBD with Rev. Mira Sawlani-Joyner November 5, 12, 19 | 7:00 - 8:00 pm ET | Zoom Stay tuned for more information! 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, […] LocationTime7:00pm - 8:00pm 5 more |
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Morning PrayerMorning PrayerMonday 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 education@trcnyc.org for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Click […] LocationTime8:00am - 8:30am Food PantryFood PantryThe Riverside Food Pantry distributes food Tuesday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Effective February 1, 2026, our food pantry will implement a daily cap of 125 guests during food distribution (Tuesday through Friday). The food pantry will open at 9:00 a.m. Early arrival is strongly encouraged to ensure you are able to be served, as only […] LocationTime9:00am - 1:00pm |
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Theatre of the OppressedTheatre of the OppressedLed by Jeremiah Drake, Theatre of the Oppressed is a theatrical form aimed at empowering marginalized communities through interactive performances. It encourages audience participation to explore social issues, challenge power structures, and rehearse ways to enact change. Jeremiah uses techniques like Forum Theatre, where spectators intervene and propose solutions, to allow for creative, collective problem-solving. […] LocationTime1:00pm - 4:00pm |
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Fresh StartFresh StartSundays | 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. LocationTime8:30am - 9:00am Discovering the BibleDiscovering the BibleDiscover the Bible is a 30-session course designed to help you understand the Bible—how it is organized, how it was written, and the historical context behind each book. Throughout the course, you’ll explore key stories and people in the Bible while developing critical skills to: • Ask meaningful questions of the text • Compare one […] LocationTime9:00am - 10:30am The Seekers Book StudyThe Seekers Book StudyThe Seekers is a study group exploring ways to understand the divine through books and videos by progressive theologians. Carl Jung noted that as religious people move beyond childhood, they may struggle with the image of God “up there” in heaven. This class explores different ways of understanding the divine that may resonate more deeply […] LocationTime9:00am - 10:30am Open Bible StudyOpen Bible StudyOpen 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 […] LocationTime9:30am - 10:30am Education Registration TableSunday Morning WorshipSunday Morning WorshipWhoever 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 […] LocationTime11:00am - 12:00pm Virtual Coffee HourVirtual Coffee HourJoin us Sunday after worship for a virtual coffee hour where we will connect with one another and have a sermon talkback with Sunday’s preacher and other Riverside clergy. (Bring your own coffee!) Click the link below to join on Zoom. Join Virtual Coffee Hour Click here to see all of Riverside's online ministries, small […] LocationTime11:30am - 12:30pm Coffee HourCoffee HourLocationTime12:30pm - 2:00pm Ecclesia MinistrySunday Afternoon Carillon RecitalSunday Afternoon Carillon RecitalThe 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 […] LocationN/A Time1:30pm - 2:00pm Psalms: A Poetic Exploration (Zoom)Psalms: A Poetic Exploration (Zoom)Stay tuned for more information. LocationN/A Time5:30pm - 6:30pm 15 more |
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Morning PrayerMorning PrayerMonday 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 education@trcnyc.org for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Click […] LocationTime8:00am - 8:30am Tower League Bible Study (Zoom)Blessed are Those Who Mourn | Grief GroupBlessed are Those Who Mourn | Grief GroupStay tuned for more information. LocationTime6:00pm - 7:30pm Church Council MeetingChurch Council MeetingAlways 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. LocationTime6:30pm - 8:30pm 2 more |
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Morning PrayerMorning PrayerMonday 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 education@trcnyc.org for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Click […] LocationTime8:00am - 8:30am Food PantryFood PantryThe Riverside Food Pantry distributes food Tuesday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Effective February 1, 2026, our food pantry will implement a daily cap of 125 guests during food distribution (Tuesday through Friday). The food pantry will open at 9:00 a.m. Early arrival is strongly encouraged to ensure you are able to be served, as only […] LocationTime9:00am - 1:00pm 1 more |
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Morning PrayerMorning PrayerMonday 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 education@trcnyc.org for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Click […] LocationTime8:00am - 8:30am Food PantryFood PantryThe Riverside Food Pantry distributes food Tuesday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Effective February 1, 2026, our food pantry will implement a daily cap of 125 guests during food distribution (Tuesday through Friday). The food pantry will open at 9:00 a.m. Early arrival is strongly encouraged to ensure you are able to be served, as only […] LocationTime9:00am - 1:00pm Biblical Hebrew – Advanced BeginnersDinner ChurchDinner ChurchDinner Church is a time for young adults to make and share dinner together, and to dive into Bible study and what it means to be a progressive Christian in our day and age. Join us between 4:30 and 5:00 pm to help with cooking, or show up at 5:30 pm for dinner. RSVP for […] LocationTime5:00pm - 9:00pm 1 more |
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Morning PrayerMorning PrayerMonday 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 education@trcnyc.org for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Click […] LocationTime8:00am - 8:30am Food PantryFood PantryThe Riverside Food Pantry distributes food Tuesday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Effective February 1, 2026, our food pantry will implement a daily cap of 125 guests during food distribution (Tuesday through Friday). The food pantry will open at 9:00 a.m. Early arrival is strongly encouraged to ensure you are able to be served, as only […] LocationTime9:00am - 1:00pm Thanksgiving Day Worship Service3 more |
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Morning PrayerMorning PrayerMonday 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 education@trcnyc.org for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Click […] LocationTime8:00am - 8:30am Food PantryFood PantryThe Riverside Food Pantry distributes food Tuesday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Effective February 1, 2026, our food pantry will implement a daily cap of 125 guests during food distribution (Tuesday through Friday). The food pantry will open at 9:00 a.m. Early arrival is strongly encouraged to ensure you are able to be served, as only […] LocationTime9:00am - 1:00pm |
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Theatre of the OppressedTheatre of the OppressedLed by Jeremiah Drake, Theatre of the Oppressed is a theatrical form aimed at empowering marginalized communities through interactive performances. It encourages audience participation to explore social issues, challenge power structures, and rehearse ways to enact change. Jeremiah uses techniques like Forum Theatre, where spectators intervene and propose solutions, to allow for creative, collective problem-solving. […] LocationTime1:00pm - 4:00pm |
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Fresh StartFresh StartSundays | 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. LocationTime8:30am - 9:00am Discovering the BibleDiscovering the BibleDiscover the Bible is a 30-session course designed to help you understand the Bible—how it is organized, how it was written, and the historical context behind each book. Throughout the course, you’ll explore key stories and people in the Bible while developing critical skills to: • Ask meaningful questions of the text • Compare one […] LocationTime9:00am - 10:30am The Seekers Book StudyThe Seekers Book StudyThe Seekers is a study group that are searching for ways to understand the divine via the reading of books and watching videos by progressive theologians. Carl Jung noted that when religious people move beyond childhood, they struggle with the image of God ‘up there’ in heaven. This class explores different ways to understand the […] LocationTime9:00am - 10:30am Open Bible StudyOpen Bible StudyOpen 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 […] LocationTime9:30am - 10:30am Education Registration TableSunday Morning WorshipSunday Morning WorshipWhoever 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 […] LocationTime11:00am - 12:00pm Virtual Coffee HourVirtual Coffee HourJoin us Sunday after worship for a virtual coffee hour where we will connect with one another and have a sermon talkback with Sunday’s preacher and other Riverside clergy. (Bring your own coffee!) Click the link below to join on Zoom. Join Virtual Coffee Hour Click here to see all of Riverside's online ministries, small […] LocationTime11:30am - 12:30pm Coffee HourCoffee HourLocationTime12:30pm - 2:00pm Sunday Afternoon Carillon RecitalSunday Afternoon Carillon RecitalThe 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 […] LocationN/A Time1:30pm - 2:00pm 13 more |
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Morning PrayerMorning PrayerMonday 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 education@trcnyc.org for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Click […] LocationTime8:00am - 8:30am Tower League Bible Study (Zoom)Blessed are Those Who Mourn | Grief GroupBlessed are Those Who Mourn | Grief GroupStay tuned for more information. LocationTime6:00pm - 7:30pm |
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Morning PrayerMorning PrayerMonday 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 education@trcnyc.org for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Click […] LocationTime8:00am - 8:30am Food PantryFood PantryThe Riverside Food Pantry distributes food Tuesday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Effective February 1, 2026, our food pantry will implement a daily cap of 125 guests during food distribution (Tuesday through Friday). The food pantry will open at 9:00 a.m. Early arrival is strongly encouraged to ensure you are able to be served, as only […] LocationTime9:00am - 1:00pm Caring Hearts | Caregiver Support Group (Day)Caring Hearts | Caregiver Support Group (Day)Stay tuned for more information. LocationTime1:00pm - 2:30pm Palestine Circle Student MeetingChurch School Teachers Meeting3 more |
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Morning PrayerMorning PrayerMonday 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 education@trcnyc.org for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Click […] LocationTime8:00am - 8:30am Food PantryFood PantryThe Riverside Food Pantry distributes food Tuesday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Effective February 1, 2026, our food pantry will implement a daily cap of 125 guests during food distribution (Tuesday through Friday). The food pantry will open at 9:00 a.m. Early arrival is strongly encouraged to ensure you are able to be served, as only […] LocationTime9:00am - 1:00pm Biblical Hebrew – Advanced BeginnersSpace for GraceSpace for GraceJoin 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 occurs the first Wednesday of each month. https://www.youtube.com/embed?listType=playlist&list=PLFcF522N5nEAbo0zRY5tWB9DGmiE56Q19&layout=gallery Download the Bulletin LocationTime6:00pm - 9:00pm 2 more |
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Morning PrayerMorning PrayerMonday 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 education@trcnyc.org for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Click […] LocationTime8:00am - 8:30am Tower League Weekly Zoom ExerciseFood PantryFood PantryThe Riverside Food Pantry distributes food Tuesday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Effective February 1, 2026, our food pantry will implement a daily cap of 125 guests during food distribution (Tuesday through Friday). The food pantry will open at 9:00 a.m. Early arrival is strongly encouraged to ensure you are able to be served, as only […] LocationTime9:00am - 1:00pm Tower League Weekly Zoom ProgramingPersonnel & Salary Committee MeetingPersonnel & Salary Committee MeetingAlways 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. LocationTime6:00pm - 7:30pm Short Circles: “We Wish You A Merry Christmas Story” with Rev. Jim KeatShort Circles: “We Wish You A Merry Christmas Story” with Rev. Jim Keat"We Wish You A Merry Christmas Story" with Rev. Jim Keat December 3, 10, 17 | 7:00 - 8:00 pm ET | Zoom Stay tuned for more information! 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 […] LocationTime7:00pm - 8:00pm 3 more |
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Morning PrayerMorning PrayerMonday 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 education@trcnyc.org for zoom info or visit here to join the meeting through your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Click […] LocationTime8:00am - 8:30am Food PantryFood PantryThe Riverside Food Pantry distributes food Tuesday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Effective February 1, 2026, our food pantry will implement a daily cap of 125 guests during food distribution (Tuesday through Friday). The food pantry will open at 9:00 a.m. Early arrival is strongly encouraged to ensure you are able to be served, as only […] LocationTime9:00am - 1:00pm |
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Beloved Earth CommunityBeloved Earth CommunityBeloved 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 Betty Kranzdorf (chair) bkranzdorf@yahoo.com and Milly Akinsulure (vice-chair) awantpeace@yahoo.com LocationTime1:00pm - 3:00pm |