Down by the Riverside

Carla DeSola Body Prayer

Join us for an inclusive dance/movement prayer experience that draws on the mastery of Carla DeSola. ...

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Lenten Noon Prayer Service – Nave & Online

Join us in prayer on Wednesdays at 12 Noon as we journey with Jesus through this ...

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Lenten Prayer Service – 6PM Online Only

Join us in prayer on Wednesdays at 6PM, online, as we journey with Jesus through this ...

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Palm Sunday Morning Worship

Sunday, March 24 at 11:00 AM ET • Nave & Online Palm Sunday Worship with Rev. ...

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B’s & P’s Bake Sale

This bake sale is hosted by the Business & Professional Women’s Group after worship service. Cakes, ...

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Maundy Thursday Tenebrae Service

Thursday, March 28 at 7:00 PM ET • Nave & Online Join us for our Tenebrae ...

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Good Friday Worship Service

Good Friday  Friday, March 29 at 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET • Nave & Online ...

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Holy Saturday Labyrinth Walk

Holy Saturday Saturday, March 30 at 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET • Assembly Hall Join ...

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Easter Sunday Morning Worship

Sunday, March 31 at 11:00 AM ET • Nave & Online Resurrection Sunday Worship with Rev. ...

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Easter Sunday Brunch 2024

Join us for Easter Sunday on March 31st in Assembly Hall immediately following the 11:00AM Worship ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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Justice in a Multifaith Society with Dr. Shirin Shifaie and Rev. Dr. Peter Choi

Stay tuned for more information. DATE & TIME Sunday, April 14, 2024, 1:30PM  The Riverside Church ...

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55th Anniversary of Black Manifesto: A Call to Reparations with Jennifer Jones Austin

Celebrating the 55th Anniversary of the Black Manifesto. Stay tuned for more information. DATE & TIME ...

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Bible in a Minute

Every chapter of the Bible, one minute at a time. Do you want to learn something ...

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52 Weeks of Ministries

Embark on an enriching journey into the heart and soul of The Riverside Church. Discover the ...

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2023-2024 Ministry Booklet

This booklet offers a glimpse into the diverse array of ministries at The Riverside Church, created ...

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Volunteer at Riverside

There are many opportunities to volunteer at Riverside throughout the year. Discover the joy of giving ...

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Worship, Music & The Arts

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 the body of Christ. All are welcome as we seek to create a beloved community, nourish faith, and transform our world.

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Upcoming Worship

Carla DeSola Body Prayer

Tuesday, March 19

6:00 PM

Dance Studio (13th Floor)

Lenten Noon Prayer Service - ...

Wednesday, March 20

12:00 PM

Lenten Prayer Service - 6PM ...

Wednesday, March 20

6:00 PM

Fresh Start

Sunday, March 24

8:30 AM

Palm Sunday Morning Worship

Sunday, March 24

11:00 AM

Online

Virtual Coffee Hour

Sunday, March 24

12:30 PM

Online

Sunday Afternoon Carillon Recital

Sunday, March 24

3:00 PM

Lenten Noon Prayer Service - ...

Wednesday, March 27

12:00 PM

Lenten Prayer Service - 6PM ...

Wednesday, March 27

6:00 PM

Maundy Thursday Tenebrae Service

Thursday, March 28

7:00 PM

Nave & Livestream

Good Friday Worship Service

Friday, March 29

12:00 PM

Easter Sunday Morning Worship

Sunday, March 31

11:00 AM

Online

Virtual Coffee Hour

Sunday, March 31

12:30 PM

Online

Sunday Afternoon Carillon Recital

Sunday, March 31

3:00 PM

First Sunday Food Collection

Sunday, April 7

12:00 AM

Nave

Fresh Start

Sunday, April 7

8:30 AM

Mission & Social Justice

Mission & Social Justice

Mission & Social Justice

“Justice is love correcting that which revolts against love.” -Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

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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 ...

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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 ...

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Justice in a Multifaith Society with Dr. Shirin Shifaie and Rev. Dr. Peter Choi

Stay tuned for more information. DATE & TIME Sunday, April 14, 2024, 1:30PM  The Riverside Church ...

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55th Anniversary of Black Manifesto: A Call to Reparations with Jennifer Jones Austin

Celebrating the 55th Anniversary of the Black Manifesto. Stay tuned for more information. DATE & TIME ...

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Beloved Earth Community’s Monthly Newsletter: Save Our Future

Beloved Earth Community, a MSJ ministry of The Riverside Church, calls Riversiders to protest the climate ...

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Facing a Crisis, Seeking a Humane Solution: Immigration Justice Now

Learn about how you can support immigration justice, welcome and invest in immigrants, and end immigration ...

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Updated Anti-Racism Task Force Resources

Download the latest resources and toolkits from Riverside's Anti-Racism Task-Force.

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Sharing Fund and Densford Fund

Through the Sharing Fund, The Riverside Church pledges 10% of its annual offering from its members ...

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Rachel Johnson: 212.870.6750 | 540.672.8673 | rjohnson@trcnyc.org Emily Balk:       617.300.5317 emily_balk@wgbh.org Historic ...

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Upcoming Mission & Social Justice Events

Education & Faith Formation

Education & Faith Formation

The Riverside Church exists to nourish and grow the faith of everyone who comes to us seeking to know God. The programs of our Faith Formation ministry will help you explore your faith, ask challenging questions about life, and grow closer to God and one another.

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Upcoming Faith Formation Events

8:00 AM

Morning Prayer

Tuesday, March 19

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8:00 AM

Morning Prayer

Wednesday, March 20

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8:00 AM

Morning Prayer

Thursday, March 21

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8:00 AM

Morning Prayer

Friday, March 22

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9:00 AM

9:30 AM

9:30 AM

12:30 PM

Virtual Coffee Hour

Sunday, March 24

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8:00 AM

Morning Prayer

Monday, March 25

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8:00 AM

Morning Prayer

Tuesday, March 26

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8:00 AM

Morning Prayer

Wednesday, March 27

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8:00 AM

Morning Prayer

Thursday, March 28

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8:00 AM

Morning Prayer

Friday, March 29

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12:30 PM

Virtual Coffee Hour

Sunday, March 31

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8:00 AM

Morning Prayer

Monday, April 1

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8:00 AM

Morning Prayer

Tuesday, April 2

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8:00 AM

Morning Prayer

Wednesday, April 3

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8:00 AM

Morning Prayer

Thursday, April 4

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8:00 AM

Morning Prayer

Friday, April 5

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9:00 AM

Parish Care & Social Services

Parish Care offers pastoral support to the congregation and community, including our Social Services programs, Tower League programs and events, weddings, funerals, and more.

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Upcoming Parish Care Events

10:00 AM

Art of Movement

Thursday, March 21

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1:30 PM

Tower League

Thursday, March 21

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12:30 PM

B's & P's Bake Sale

Sunday, March 24

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10:00 AM

Art of Movement

Monday, March 25

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3:00 PM

Tai Chi

Monday, March 25

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10:00 AM

Art of Movement

Thursday, March 28

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12:30 PM

10:00 AM

Art of Movement

Monday, April 1

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3:00 PM

Tai Chi

Monday, April 1

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10:00 AM

Art of Movement

Thursday, April 4

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1:30 PM

Tower League

Thursday, April 4

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10:00 AM

Knitters & Crocheters

Saturday, April 6

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12:00 AM

10:00 AM

Art of Movement

Monday, April 8

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3:00 PM

Tai Chi

Monday, April 8

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10:00 AM

Art of Movement

Thursday, April 11

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11:00 AM

Tower League

Thursday, April 11

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10:00 AM

Art of Movement

Monday, April 15

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3:00 PM

Tai Chi

Monday, April 15

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10:00 AM

Art of Movement

Thursday, April 18

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1:30 PM

Tower League

Thursday, April 18

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Stewardship & Development

Stewardship & Development

Christian stewardship is not just about how we use our money, it’s about how we live our lives in communion with God and each other.

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Online Ministries & Digital Media

When we can’t gather in person, we gather online. Explore our livestreamed Sunday worship and original video content, and listen to our latest podcasts to connect with others and cultivate faith and justice in your life.

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Community Initiatives