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May 2024

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			1 Young Adult Bible Study Young Adult Bible Study Participate in Young Adult Bible Study to explore the texts and pray, study scripture, and check in with one another. This class takes place each Wednesday evening except the Space for Grace Wednesdays which is the Wednesday after First Sunday. Contact Education at education@trcnyc.org for more information. Location 313 MLK Time 6:30pm - 8:30pm	2 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	3	4 Knitters & Crocheters Knitters & Crocheters The Knitters and Crocheters gather to create handmade items for donation to the guests of Social Services, while enjoying each other’s company. Location 7C Time 10:00am - 1:00pm Beloved Earth Community Beloved Earth Community Beloved Earth Community calls the Riverside community to protest the climate crisis and care for the Earth through educational programs, greening the church, changing our lifestyles, and courageous political action. For meeting information, contact David King, davidking1098@gmail.com and Claudia Canasta, canastaclachi@gmail.com. Location N/A Time 1:00pm - 3:00pm
5 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 The Seekers Book Study The Seekers Book Study Sundays at 9AM - 10:30 AM \| Online & In person CLICK HERE TO REGISTER The Seeker’s Book Study explores our spiritual side via the reading of books by progressive authors. Carl Jung noted that when religious people move into the middle-age, they struggle with the image of God ‘up there’ in heaven. This class […] Location 323 MLK & Zoom Time 9:00am - 10:30am Open Bible Study (onsite) Open Bible Study (onsite) Open Bible Study is a space where people can learn something new about the Bible and discuss the ways this ancient text continues to echo in our world and lives today. This is a space to open our minds to new ideas and ways of seeing the Bible, our world, and ourselves. The group is […] Location 316 MLK Time 9:30am - 10:30am Sunday Morning Worship Sunday Morning Worship Our traditional Sunday service follows the lectionary and liturgical calendar and is centered around Scripture, preaching, music, and prayer. Join us at 11:00 AM ET, online or in person. Prelude begins at 10:30 AM ET. Communion is celebrated on the first Sunday of each month. You can join us for worship on Youtube or by […] Location Online Time 11:00am - 12:00pm Budget Forum 2024 Budget Forum 2024 Budget Forum #1: May 5 at 1:00PM in 10T (Onsite only) Budget Forum #2: May 12 at 1:00 PM in 10T (Onsite only) Budget Forum #3: May 15 at 6:30 PM Online (Click here to watch on Zoom) Join us for in-person budget forums on Sunday, May 5 and Sunday, May 12, led by the Chair […] Location N/A Time 1:00pm - 3:00pm Intermediate-Advanced Biblical Hebrew Intermediate-Advanced Biblical Hebrew The Riverside Church presents an excellent opportunity to further develop your proficiency in Biblical Hebrew and enrich your understanding of God as portrayed in the Old Testament. Building upon the foundation of Introductory Hebrew grammar, this class will likely delve into more advanced aspects of the language, such as verb conjugations, syntax, and a deeper […] Location 314 MLK Time 1:30pm - 4:30pm Spring Concert Spring Concert This event will begin at 1:30 pm ET. Scroll down or click here to watch the livestream. Celebrate the talents of our gifted young singers and string players with an afternoon of music and fellowship. This year’s program will feature spirituals, gospel music, and contemporary compositions from around the world. Members of the choirs will […] Location Assembly Hall Time 1:30pm - 2:30pm Sunday Afternoon Carillon Recital Sunday Afternoon Carillon Recital Featuring Charles Semowich, Carillonneur The Riverside Church carillon, built in 1930, was a gift of John D. Rockefeller, Jr. in memory of his mother. The worlds’ largest carillon by weight, the Riverside carillon contains 74 cast bronze bells. The Bourdon bell, weighing 40,000 pounds (ringing on the hour) is the largest tuned bell in the world. […] Location N/A Time 3:00pm - 3:30pm 5 more	6 Art of Movement Art of Movement The Wellness Ministry includes exercise opportunities such as Art of Movement, a healthy motion program for older people; Tai Chi, a stress-reduction technique, moving meditation, and path to greater flexibility, strength, and concentration; and Spiritual Retreats, weekend-long, retreat-center-based prayer experiences. Art of Movement In-Person Classes resume on Mondays and Thursdays mornings at 10 a.m. in […] Location 411 MLK Time 10:00am - 11:00am Tai Chi Tai Chi Every Monday \| 3:00 PM-4:30 PM \| Cloister Lounge Although Tai Chi is an exercise system that dates back hundreds of years, it is well-suited for life in the 21st century. Its flowing movements can be regarded as a stress-reduction technique, a moving meditation, and a path to greater flexibility, muscle strength and better concentration. […] Location 13T Time 3:00pm - 4:30pm	7	8 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. Space for Grace occurs the Wednesday after Communion Sunday (First Sundays). Download the bulletin here. https://www.youtube.com/embed?listType=playlist&list=PLFcF522N5nEAbo0zRY5tWB9DGmiE56Q19 Location N/A Time 7:00pm - 8:00pm	9 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 Older Adult Month Banquet Tower League Older Adult Month Banquet Join the Riverside Church Tower League for their in-person bible study and Older Adult Month Banquet. Bible Study \| 11:00 AM - Noon \| 10T Older Adult Month Banquet \| Noon - 2 PM \| Assembly Hall For the 2023-2024 season, the Riverside Church Tower League is gathering for monthly in-person luncheons in […] Location N/A Time 11:00am - 2:00pm	10	11
12 The Seekers Book Study The Seekers Book Study Sundays at 9AM - 10:30 AM \| Online & In person CLICK HERE TO REGISTER The Seeker’s Book Study explores our spiritual side via the reading of books by progressive authors. Carl Jung noted that when religious people move into the middle-age, they struggle with the image of God ‘up there’ in heaven. This class […] Location 323 MLK & Zoom Time 9:00am - 10:30am Open Bible Study (onsite) Open Bible Study (onsite) Open Bible Study is a space where people can learn something new about the Bible and discuss the ways this ancient text continues to echo in our world and lives today. This is a space to open our minds to new ideas and ways of seeing the Bible, our world, and ourselves. The group is […] Location 316 MLK Time 9:30am - 10:30am Sunday Morning Worship Sunday Morning Worship Our traditional Sunday service follows the lectionary and liturgical calendar and is centered around Scripture, preaching, music, and prayer. Join us at 11:00 AM ET, online or in person. Prelude begins at 10:30 AM ET. Communion is celebrated on the first Sunday of each month. You can join us for worship on Youtube or by […] Location Online Time 11:00am - 12:00pm Budget Forum 2024 Budget Forum 2024 Budget Forum #1: May 5 at 1:00PM in 10T (Onsite only) Budget Forum #2: May 12 at 1:00 PM in 10T (Onsite only) Budget Forum #3: May 15 at 6:30 PM Online (Click here to watch on Zoom) Join us for in-person budget forums on Sunday, May 5 and Sunday, May 12, led by the Chair […] Location N/A Time 1:00pm - 3:00pm Intermediate-Advanced Biblical Hebrew Intermediate-Advanced Biblical Hebrew The Riverside Church presents an excellent opportunity to further develop your proficiency in Biblical Hebrew and enrich your understanding of God as portrayed in the Old Testament. Building upon the foundation of Introductory Hebrew grammar, this class will likely delve into more advanced aspects of the language, such as verb conjugations, syntax, and a deeper […] Location 314 MLK Time 1:30pm - 4:30pm Maranatha Meeting Maranatha Meeting Maranatha seeks to foster greater understanding and equity for LGBTQI people and their allies. Components include service, advocacy, scholarships and special events: Second Sunday after worship, September-June. Contact Reggie Evans with any questions. Location Multipurpose Room Time 1:30pm - 2:30pm Business & Professional Women’s Group Business & Professional Women’s Group The Business and Professional Women’s Group encourages fellowship between business and professional women while educating the Riverside community about issues unique to women. Through offering cultural, social, and service opportunities, they promote spiritual growth and renewal for the church and community. Please call 212-870-6753 or email Rev. Lynn Casteel Harper for information regarding upcoming activities, […] Location 316 MLK Time 1:30pm - 2:30pm Sunday Afternoon Carillon Recital Sunday Afternoon Carillon Recital Featuring Charles Semowich, Carillonneur The Riverside Church carillon, built in 1930, was a gift of John D. Rockefeller, Jr. in memory of his mother. The worlds’ largest carillon by weight, the Riverside carillon contains 74 cast bronze bells. The Bourdon bell, weighing 40,000 pounds (ringing on the hour) is the largest tuned bell in the world. […] Location N/A Time 3:00pm - 3:30pm 5 more	13 Art of Movement Art of Movement The Wellness Ministry includes exercise opportunities such as Art of Movement, a healthy motion program for older people; Tai Chi, a stress-reduction technique, moving meditation, and path to greater flexibility, strength, and concentration; and Spiritual Retreats, weekend-long, retreat-center-based prayer experiences. Art of Movement In-Person Classes resume on Mondays and Thursdays mornings at 10 a.m. in […] Location 411 MLK Time 10:00am - 11:00am Tai Chi Tai Chi Every Monday \| 3:00 PM-4:30 PM \| Cloister Lounge Although Tai Chi is an exercise system that dates back hundreds of years, it is well-suited for life in the 21st century. Its flowing movements can be regarded as a stress-reduction technique, a moving meditation, and a path to greater flexibility, muscle strength and better concentration. […] Location 13T Time 3:00pm - 4:30pm	14	15 Young Adult Bible Study Young Adult Bible Study Participate in Young Adult Bible Study to explore the texts and pray, study scripture, and check in with one another. This class takes place each Wednesday evening except the Space for Grace Wednesdays which is the Wednesday after First Sunday. Contact Education at education@trcnyc.org for more information. Location 313 MLK Time 6:30pm - 8:30pm Budget Forum 2024 Budget Forum 2024 Budget Forum #1: May 5 at 1:00PM in 10T (Onsite only) Budget Forum #2: May 12 at 1:00 PM in 10T (Onsite only) Budget Forum #3: May 15 at 6:30 PM Online (Click here to watch on Zoom) Join us for in-person budget forums on Sunday, May 5 and Sunday, May 12, led by the Chair […] Location N/A Time 6:30pm - 8:30pm	16 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	17	18 Knitters & Crocheters Knitters & Crocheters The Knitters and Crocheters gather to create handmade items for donation to the guests of Social Services, while enjoying each other’s company. Location 7C Time 10:00am - 1:00pm
19 The Seekers Book Study The Seekers Book Study Sundays at 9AM - 10:30 AM \| Online & In person CLICK HERE TO REGISTER The Seeker’s Book Study explores our spiritual side via the reading of books by progressive authors. Carl Jung noted that when religious people move into the middle-age, they struggle with the image of God ‘up there’ in heaven. This class […] Location 323 MLK & Zoom Time 9:00am - 10:30am Open Bible Study (onsite) Open Bible Study (onsite) Open Bible Study is a space where people can learn something new about the Bible and discuss the ways this ancient text continues to echo in our world and lives today. This is a space to open our minds to new ideas and ways of seeing the Bible, our world, and ourselves. The group is […] Location 316 MLK Time 9:30am - 10:30am Sunday Morning Worship Sunday Morning Worship Our traditional Sunday service follows the lectionary and liturgical calendar and is centered around Scripture, preaching, music, and prayer. Join us at 11:00 AM ET, online or in person. Prelude begins at 10:30 AM ET. Communion is celebrated on the first Sunday of each month. You can join us for worship on Youtube or by […] Location Online Time 11:00am - 12:00pm Intermediate-Advanced Biblical Hebrew Intermediate-Advanced Biblical Hebrew The Riverside Church presents an excellent opportunity to further develop your proficiency in Biblical Hebrew and enrich your understanding of God as portrayed in the Old Testament. Building upon the foundation of Introductory Hebrew grammar, this class will likely delve into more advanced aspects of the language, such as verb conjugations, syntax, and a deeper […] Location 314 MLK Time 1:30pm - 4:30pm Men’s Ministry Meeting Men’s Ministry Meeting Faith and fellowship building and educational programs that help build the church and a more just society. Open to all genders. Third Sundays 1:30 PM. Contact Tunde Aboyade-Cole, mensclass.trc@gmail.com Location Multipurpose Room Time 1:30pm - 3:00pm Sunday Afternoon Carillon Recital Sunday Afternoon Carillon Recital Featuring Charles Semowich, Carillonneur The Riverside Church carillon, built in 1930, was a gift of John D. Rockefeller, Jr. in memory of his mother. The worlds’ largest carillon by weight, the Riverside carillon contains 74 cast bronze bells. The Bourdon bell, weighing 40,000 pounds (ringing on the hour) is the largest tuned bell in the world. […] Location N/A Time 3:00pm - 3:30pm 3 more	20 Art of Movement Art of Movement The Wellness Ministry includes exercise opportunities such as Art of Movement, a healthy motion program for older people; Tai Chi, a stress-reduction technique, moving meditation, and path to greater flexibility, strength, and concentration; and Spiritual Retreats, weekend-long, retreat-center-based prayer experiences. Art of Movement In-Person Classes resume on Mondays and Thursdays mornings at 10 a.m. in […] Location 411 MLK Time 10:00am - 11:00am Tai Chi Tai Chi Every Monday \| 3:00 PM-4:30 PM \| Cloister Lounge Although Tai Chi is an exercise system that dates back hundreds of years, it is well-suited for life in the 21st century. Its flowing movements can be regarded as a stress-reduction technique, a moving meditation, and a path to greater flexibility, muscle strength and better concentration. […] Location 13T Time 3:00pm - 4:30pm	21 Carla DeSola Body Prayer Carla DeSola Body Prayer Join us for an inclusive dance/movement prayer experience that draws on the mastery of Carla DeSola. Each week will have a different leader who brings their own individual mastery of dance and personal spirituality to the group. There’s a lot to dance and pray about as our world keeps spinning. Basic Outline for Each Week: […] Location Dance Studio (13th Floor) Time 6:00pm - 7:30pm	22 Young Adult Bible Study Young Adult Bible Study Participate in Young Adult Bible Study to explore the texts and pray, study scripture, and check in with one another. This class takes place each Wednesday evening except the Space for Grace Wednesdays which is the Wednesday after First Sunday. Contact Education at education@trcnyc.org for more information. Location 313 MLK Time 6:30pm - 8:30pm	23 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	25 Theatre of the Oppressed Uptown \| Somatic Abolitionism Training Theatre of the Oppressed Uptown \| Somatic Abolitionism Training Every fourth Saturday at 1:30pm, Theatre of the Oppressed will gather for the Somatic Abolitionism Training where we will use Applied Theatre and techniques of the Theatre of the Oppressed to search for ways to heal ourselves and others, from the trauma retention of Racialized Trauma. This class takes place in-person only and is open […] Location Multipurpose Room Time 1:30pm - 3:00pm
26 The Seekers Book Study The Seekers Book Study Sundays at 9AM - 10:30 AM \| Online & In person CLICK HERE TO REGISTER The Seeker’s Book Study explores our spiritual side via the reading of books by progressive authors. Carl Jung noted that when religious people move into the middle-age, they struggle with the image of God ‘up there’ in heaven. This class […] Location 323 MLK & Zoom Time 9:00am - 10:30am Open Bible Study (onsite) Open Bible Study (onsite) Open Bible Study is a space where people can learn something new about the Bible and discuss the ways this ancient text continues to echo in our world and lives today. This is a space to open our minds to new ideas and ways of seeing the Bible, our world, and ourselves. The group is […] Location 316 MLK Time 9:30am - 10:30am Sunday Morning Worship Sunday Morning Worship Our traditional Sunday service follows the lectionary and liturgical calendar and is centered around Scripture, preaching, music, and prayer. Join us at 11:00 AM ET, online or in person. Prelude begins at 10:30 AM ET. Communion is celebrated on the first Sunday of each month. You can join us for worship on Youtube or by […] Location Online Time 11:00am - 12:00pm B’s & P’s Bake Sale B’s & P’s Bake Sale This bake sale is hosted by the Business & Professional Women's Group after worship service. Cakes, cookies and more. Cash only. Location South Hall Lobby Time 12:30pm - 1:30pm Intermediate-Advanced Biblical Hebrew Intermediate-Advanced Biblical Hebrew The Riverside Church presents an excellent opportunity to further develop your proficiency in Biblical Hebrew and enrich your understanding of God as portrayed in the Old Testament. Building upon the foundation of Introductory Hebrew grammar, this class will likely delve into more advanced aspects of the language, such as verb conjugations, syntax, and a deeper […] Location 314 MLK Time 1:30pm - 4:30pm Sunday Afternoon Carillon Recital Sunday Afternoon Carillon Recital Featuring Charles Semowich, Carillonneur The Riverside Church carillon, built in 1930, was a gift of John D. Rockefeller, Jr. in memory of his mother. The worlds’ largest carillon by weight, the Riverside carillon contains 74 cast bronze bells. The Bourdon bell, weighing 40,000 pounds (ringing on the hour) is the largest tuned bell in the world. […] Location N/A Time 3:00pm - 3:30pm 3 more	27 Art of Movement Art of Movement The Wellness Ministry includes exercise opportunities such as Art of Movement, a healthy motion program for older people; Tai Chi, a stress-reduction technique, moving meditation, and path to greater flexibility, strength, and concentration; and Spiritual Retreats, weekend-long, retreat-center-based prayer experiences. Art of Movement In-Person Classes resume on Mondays and Thursdays mornings at 10 a.m. in […] Location 411 MLK Time 10:00am - 11:00am Tai Chi Tai Chi Every Monday \| 3:00 PM-4:30 PM \| Cloister Lounge Although Tai Chi is an exercise system that dates back hundreds of years, it is well-suited for life in the 21st century. Its flowing movements can be regarded as a stress-reduction technique, a moving meditation, and a path to greater flexibility, muscle strength and better concentration. […] Location 13T Time 3:00pm - 4:30pm	28	29 Young Adult Bible Study Young Adult Bible Study Participate in Young Adult Bible Study to explore the texts and pray, study scripture, and check in with one another. This class takes place each Wednesday evening except the Space for Grace Wednesdays which is the Wednesday after First Sunday. Contact Education at education@trcnyc.org for more information. Location 313 MLK Time 6:30pm - 8:30pm	30 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 330 MLK Time 10:00am - 11:00am	31

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