Down by the Riverside

Riverside Receives Generous Donation of 260 Suits for Clothing Distribution Program

The Riverside Church received a donation of 260 suits for the Clothing Distribution Program.  This donation was ...

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2023 AdventFest

Start the Advent season with some holiday spirit! The Education Ministry invites you to join us ...

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First Sunday Food Collection

FIRST SUNDAY FOOD COLLECTION On first Sundays, consider bringing a few canned goods and other needed ...

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2023 Advent & Christmas at Riverside

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Space for Grace

Join us for Space for Grace, a monthly in-person and online gathering featuring Gospel music, prayer, ...

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Riverside Writing Group

Riverside Writing Group The Riverside Writing Group is open to all who are interested in writing, ...

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Maranatha Celebration with a Purpose

Join us at Maranatha Ministry’s Celebration with a Purpose! Friday, December 8, 2023 7:00 PM – ...

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Riverside Book Club: Poverty, by America

Click Here to Register DECEMBER 2023 BOOK CLUB Poverty, by America Riverside’s Book Club is reading ...

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The Riverside Church School Christmas Pageant

The Riverside Church once again offers an impressive production for its annual Christmas Pageant, presented by ...

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Handel: Judas Maccabaeus

This holiday season, the ASO offers an alternative to Handel’s Messiah with another oratorio, Judas Maccabaeus. Set amidst ...

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Private: MCD’s The Nutcracker

Come join us for our 19th Annual performance of the timeless holiday classic MCD’s Nutcracker! Dolls ...

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Candlelight Carol Festival

This longstanding tradition at The Riverside Church has become an essential part of Christmas in New ...

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2023 Prison Ministry Toy Drive

Each year, the Prison Ministry collects toys to donate to the children of those who are ...

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2023 Annual Winter Coat Drive

Attention friends! It’s that time of year again – our annual coat drive is here! We’re ...

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Literacy Across Harlem Book Drive

Riverside is proud to once again be drop-off location for the 11th Annual Total Equity Now ...

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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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2023-2024 Ministry Booklet

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

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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

Fresh Start

Sunday, December 10

8:30 AM

Sunday Morning Worship

Sunday, December 10

11:00 AM

Online

The Riverside Church School Christmas ...

Sunday, December 10

11:00 AM

Nave & Livestream

Virtual Coffee Hour

Sunday, December 10

12:30 PM

Online

Service of Hope and Consolation

Sunday, December 10

2:00 PM

Christ Chapel

Sunday Afternoon Carillon Recital

Sunday, December 10

3:00 PM

Fresh Start

Sunday, December 17

8:30 AM

Sunday Morning Worship

Sunday, December 17

11:00 AM

Online

Virtual Coffee Hour

Sunday, December 17

12:30 PM

Online

Sunday Afternoon Carillon Recital

Sunday, December 17

3:00 PM

Candlelight Carol Festival

Sunday, December 17

4:00 PM

Nave & Livestream

Fresh Start

Sunday, December 24

8:30 AM

Sunday Morning Worship

Sunday, December 24

11:00 AM

Online

Virtual Coffee Hour

Sunday, December 24

12:30 PM

Online

Sunday Afternoon Carillon Recital

Sunday, December 24

3:00 PM

Christmas Eve: Service for Children ...

Sunday, December 24

4:00 PM

Nave & Livestream

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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Upcoming Mission & Social Justice Events

1:30 PM

Maranatha Meeting

Sunday, December 10

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10:30 AM

1:30 PM

Prison Ministry

Sunday, December 24

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1:30 PM

Maranatha Meeting

Sunday, January 14

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1:30 PM

Prison Ministry

Sunday, January 28

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1:30 PM

Maranatha Meeting

Sunday, February 11

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1:30 PM

Prison Ministry

Sunday, February 25

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1:30 PM

Maranatha Meeting

Sunday, March 10

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1:30 PM

Prison Ministry

Sunday, March 24

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1:30 PM

Maranatha Meeting

Sunday, April 14

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1:30 PM

Prison Ministry

Sunday, April 28

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1:30 PM

Maranatha Meeting

Sunday, May 12

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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

9:00 AM

The Seekers Book Study

Sunday, December 10

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9:30 AM

Open Bible Study

Sunday, December 10

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9:30 AM

12:30 PM

Virtual Coffee Hour

Sunday, December 10

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8:00 AM

Morning Prayer

Monday, December 11

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7:00 PM

8:00 AM

Morning Prayer

Tuesday, December 12

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8:00 AM

Morning Prayer

Wednesday, December 13

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5:00 PM

8:00 AM

Morning Prayer

Thursday, December 14

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8:00 AM

Morning Prayer

Friday, December 15

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9:00 AM

The Seekers Book Study

Sunday, December 17

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9:30 AM

Open Bible Study

Sunday, December 17

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9:30 AM

12:30 PM

Virtual Coffee Hour

Sunday, December 17

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8:00 AM

Morning Prayer

Monday, December 18

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8:00 AM

Morning Prayer

Tuesday, December 19

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8:00 AM

Morning Prayer

Wednesday, December 20

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5:00 PM

8:00 AM

Morning Prayer

Thursday, December 21

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8:00 AM

Morning Prayer

Friday, December 22

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9:30 AM

Open Bible Study

Sunday, December 24

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9:30 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

2:00 PM

10:00 AM

Art of Movement

Monday, December 11

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3:00 PM

Tai Chi

Monday, December 11

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10:00 AM

Art of Movement

Thursday, December 14

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11:00 AM

10:00 AM

Knitters & Crocheters

Saturday, December 16

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1:30 PM

10:00 AM

Art of Movement

Monday, December 18

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3:00 PM

Tai Chi

Monday, December 18

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10:00 AM

Art of Movement

Thursday, December 21

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10:00 AM

Art of Movement

Monday, December 25

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3:00 PM

Tai Chi

Monday, December 25

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10:00 AM

Art of Movement

Thursday, December 28

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10:00 AM

Art of Movement

Monday, January 1

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3:00 PM

Tai Chi

Monday, January 1

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10:00 AM

Art of Movement

Thursday, January 4

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10:00 AM

Knitters & Crocheters

Saturday, January 6

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12:00 AM

10:00 AM

Art of Movement

Monday, January 8

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3:00 PM

Tai Chi

Monday, January 8

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10:00 AM

Art of Movement

Thursday, January 11

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11:00 AM

Tower League

Thursday, January 11

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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