River Youth Fall Retreat: Revolution!
Today is the LAST day to sign up for the River Youth’s annual retreat “Revolution”!
From December 2-4, we will be heading to PVM Camp in Camden, OH for an amazing Spirit filled weekend. This is the biggest event we do all year and students walk away changed every year. Make sure that your student doesn’t miss out on this incredible event. The cost is $120 which covers food, lodging, and a retreat t-shirt. You can sign up your student today by going online to https://hittheriver.com/events/revolution-im-in or at a kiosk by the fireplace. Deadline to sign up is TODAY! If you need any assistance with finances or have any questions, please contact Zach at Zach@HitTheRiver.com
Serve City Outreach
The River Church is scheduled to serve Saturday, November 26, from 9:45am-noon at Serve City in Hamilton. Serve City is a food pantry that reaches out to needy families in our area. They are located at 622 East Avenue, Hamilton, OH. For more information, email Ann Wilson at annmwilpas@gmail.com.
Angel Tree
As part of our continued outreach to those in need, The River Church is helping provide Christmas for families through Interfaith Hospitality. On Sunday, November 27 stop by the Angel Tree that will be located in the cafe and sign out a gift tag.
The purchased gift should be wrapped and have two name tags: a permanent one with the recipient’s name and the original tag, then place the gift under the Angel Tree by December 18. For more information contact Christy Bucher at 513-477-1077.
We are also putting together laundry baskets filled with day to day items for these families. We greatly appreciate donations of any of the following items:
Laundry DetergentDryer SheetsAll Purpose Cleaner
ToothpasteTooth BrushesDish Soap (liquid)
Shampoo ConditionerBath Soap/Body Wash
Deodorant RazorsShaving Cream
KleenexLysol SprayHairbrush/Combs
BleachToilet PaperFeminine Hygiene Products
Paper TowelsCleaning Supplies
These items can be placed next to the Mission Wall in the cafe.
Time for the Christmas Choir!
It is time to start preparing for our Christmas Eve services. If you would like to participate as a choir member, sign up on your connection card or email Kim@HitTheRiver.com. Don’t forget to include your email and vocal part. Deadline to sign up is December 11.
Festival of Lights - River Youth Trip
Our student ministry is concluding the year by going to Cincinnati Zoo’s Festival of Lights on Sunday, December 18. This is a great moment for students in 6th-12th grade to invite their friends out for a fun event. The cost is $15 which covers travel to and from the Zoo as well as admission into the Festival of Lights. Sign up today at a kiosk or https://hittheriver.com/events/river-youth-festival-lights-trip. Contact Zach if you have any questions.
Volunteers Needed
Children’s Ministry is looking for nursery volunteers at 9:45am service and we also need a helper (not a teacher) at 9:45am service with 4-5 yr olds. Please contact Maria Chastain for more information Maria@HitTheRiver.com.
Helping Our Church Family
Our Deacon team is here to provide compassionate assistance for those at The River Church who are in need whether it be financial, services, etc. For more information or assistance, please email DeaconTeam@HitTheRiver.com.