Public Events

April 2024

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	1	2 Book Launch: “The False White Gospel,” with author Jim Wallis Book Launch: “The False White Gospel,” with author Jim Wallis Join us on April 2nd at 7:00 PM in the Nave and online for the book launch of "The False White Gospel: Rejecting Christian Nationalism, Reclaiming True Faith, and Re-founding Democracy" by Jim Wallis. This groundbreaking work challenges the prevalent issue of Christian Nationalism and advocates for embracing authentic faith to restore democracy. Through a […] Location Nave Time 7:00pm - 8:30pm	3	4 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	5	6
7 First Sunday Food Collection First Sunday Food Collection FIRST SUNDAY FOOD COLLECTION On first Sundays, consider bringing a few canned goods and other needed items with you to church to support the Riverside Food Pantry. There will be a table placed just below the pulpit for your donations in the Nave (sanctuary). There will also be shopping carts in the narthex (lobby to […] Location Nave Time 12:00am - 11:59pm Fresh Start Fresh Start Sundays \| 8:30 am – 9:00 am \| Zoom (Starting again on Sunday, September 24, 2023) Formerly known as Morning Light, all are welcome to join this intimate early Sunday morning service incorporating light meditation, Scripture reading, and homily. Click here to join Fresh Start Click here to learn how to join Fresh Start from your […] Location N/A Time 8:30am - 9:00am The Seekers Book Study The Seekers Book Study Sundays at 9AM - 10:30 AM \| Online & In person CLICK HERE TO REGISTER The Seeker’s Book Study explores our spiritual side via the reading of books by progressive authors. Carl Jung noted that when religious people move into the middle-age, they struggle with the image of God ‘up there’ in heaven. This class […] Location 323 MLK & Zoom Time 9:00am - 10:30am Living the Liturgy: Insight, questions, and experience Living the Liturgy: Insight, questions, and experience Join us online on April 7th, 14th, 28th, and May 5th, 12th from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM for "Living the Liturgy" with UTS Ministerial Intern Ryan Swihart. Explore how liturgical themes impact our lives and vice versa. All are welcome, regardless of prior participation in morning prayer at Riverside, to engage in discussions about […] Location N/A Time 9:00am - 10:00am 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 2 more	8 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	9	10 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). Click here to download the bulletin. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ri6xl7SlajA Location N/A Time 7:00pm - 8:00pm	11 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 The Bible’s Role in Settler Colonialism: A Focus on Palestine and Beyond The Bible’s Role in Settler Colonialism: A Focus on Palestine and Beyond Join us on April 11th at 7:00 PM in the Nave & Online for an illuminating panel discussion featuring Rev. Mitri Raheb, a Palestinian Christian theologian and author of “Decolonizing Palestine: The Land, The People, The Bible,” alongside Dr. Kwok Pui-lan, a distinguished Asian American Feminist Theologian. Together, we will embark on a critical examination […] Location Nave & Online Time 7:00pm - 8:30pm	12	13
14 Fresh Start Fresh Start Sundays \| 8:30 am – 9:00 am \| Zoom (Starting again on Sunday, September 24, 2023) Formerly known as Morning Light, all are welcome to join this intimate early Sunday morning service incorporating light meditation, Scripture reading, and homily. Click here to join Fresh Start Click here to learn how to join Fresh Start from your […] Location N/A Time 8:30am - 9:00am The Seekers Book Study The Seekers Book Study Sundays at 9AM - 10:30 AM \| Online & In person CLICK HERE TO REGISTER The Seeker’s Book Study explores our spiritual side via the reading of books by progressive authors. Carl Jung noted that when religious people move into the middle-age, they struggle with the image of God ‘up there’ in heaven. This class […] Location 323 MLK & Zoom Time 9:00am - 10:30am Living the Liturgy: Insight, questions, and experience Living the Liturgy: Insight, questions, and experience Join us online on April 7th, 14th, 28th, and May 5th, 12th from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM for "Living the Liturgy" with UTS Ministerial Intern Ryan Swihart. Explore how liturgical themes impact our lives and vice versa. All are welcome, regardless of prior participation in morning prayer at Riverside, to engage in discussions about […] Location N/A Time 9:00am - 10:00am Justice in a Multifaith Society with Dr. Shirin Shifaie and Rev. Dr. Peter Choi Justice in a Multifaith Society with Dr. Shirin Shifaie and Rev. Dr. Peter Choi Join us on April 14th at 1:30 PM in South Hall and online with Dr. Shirin Shafaie and Rev. Dr. Peter Choi for an enlightening discussion on "Generous Dialogue in an Age of Religious Violence." Explore the vital task of building bridges across religious divides to promote justice and inclusivity. Delve into the intricacies of inter-religious […] Location South 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 2 more	15 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	16	17	18 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	19	20 Movie Night with Beloved Earth Community Movie Night with Beloved Earth Community Join the Beloved Earth Community (BEC) to celebrate Earth Day weekend! Join us virtually on Zoom on Saturday, April 20, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM for a screening of the 2011 film Journey of the Universe, followed by a Q&A with the BEC. Click Here to Join Zoom to Watch Movie DATE & TIME […] Location Via Zoom Time 7:00pm - 9:00pm
21 Fresh Start Fresh Start Sundays \| 8:30 am – 9:00 am \| Zoom (Starting again on Sunday, September 24, 2023) Formerly known as Morning Light, all are welcome to join this intimate early Sunday morning service incorporating light meditation, Scripture reading, and homily. Click here to join Fresh Start Click here to learn how to join Fresh Start from your […] Location N/A Time 8:30am - 9:00am The Seekers Book Study The Seekers Book Study Sundays at 9AM - 10:30 AM \| Online & In person CLICK HERE TO REGISTER The Seeker’s Book Study explores our spiritual side via the reading of books by progressive authors. Carl Jung noted that when religious people move into the middle-age, they struggle with the image of God ‘up there’ in heaven. This class […] Location 323 MLK & Zoom Time 9:00am - 10:30am Living the Liturgy: Insight, questions, and experience Living the Liturgy: Insight, questions, and experience Join us online on April 7th, 14th, 28th, and May 5th, 12th from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM for "Living the Liturgy" with UTS Ministerial Intern Ryan Swihart. Explore how liturgical themes impact our lives and vice versa. All are welcome, regardless of prior participation in morning prayer at Riverside, to engage in discussions about […] Location N/A Time 9:00am - 10:00am Cosmic Walk with Beloved Earth Community Cosmic Walk with Beloved Earth Community Join the Beloved Earth Community (BEC) and celebrate Earth Day weekend with us! Join us in person on Sunday, April 21st, for a Cosmic Walk in Assembly Hall anytime between 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM to walk at your own pace and time. Let's come together to honor and connect with our planet. Learn More about […] Location N/A 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 2 more	22 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	23	24	25 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	26	27 55th Anniversary of Black Manifesto: A Call to Reparations with Jennifer Jones Austin 55th Anniversary of Black Manifesto: A Call to Reparations with Jennifer Jones Austin Celebrating the 55th Anniversary of the Black Manifesto. Join us for an enlightening morning at The Riverside Church on April 27th in 10T or online! Kickstart your day with a selection of coffee, tea, bagels, and toppings available at 10:00 AM. Then, delve into thought-provoking dialogue and action. Engage in discussions led by Dr. Jennifer […] Location 10T & Online Time 10:00am - 1:00pm
28 Fresh Start Fresh Start Sundays \| 8:30 am – 9:00 am \| Zoom (Starting again on Sunday, September 24, 2023) Formerly known as Morning Light, all are welcome to join this intimate early Sunday morning service incorporating light meditation, Scripture reading, and homily. Click here to join Fresh Start Click here to learn how to join Fresh Start from your […] Location N/A Time 8:30am - 9:00am The Seekers Book Study The Seekers Book Study Sundays at 9AM - 10:30 AM \| Online & In person CLICK HERE TO REGISTER The Seeker’s Book Study explores our spiritual side via the reading of books by progressive authors. Carl Jung noted that when religious people move into the middle-age, they struggle with the image of God ‘up there’ in heaven. This class […] Location 323 MLK & Zoom Time 9:00am - 10:30am Living the Liturgy: Insight, questions, and experience Living the Liturgy: Insight, questions, and experience Join us online on April 7th, 14th, 28th, and May 5th, 12th from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM for "Living the Liturgy" with UTS Ministerial Intern Ryan Swihart. Explore how liturgical themes impact our lives and vice versa. All are welcome, regardless of prior participation in morning prayer at Riverside, to engage in discussions about […] Location N/A Time 9:00am - 10:00am 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 1 more	29 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	30

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