Graduation Sunday
Our 2016 high school seniors will be graduating soon and getting ready for the next step in their academic careers! We want to celebrate with them on Sunday, June 5 during our Sunday morning services. If you have a student who will be graduating, please email Zach Hibbard at Zach@HitTheRiver.com by Sunday, May 29 with the following information: High School attended, any honors you would like mentioned, a baby photo, a senior photo, and what college they will be attending or their future plans.
Haiti 101
Whether you are intrigued by the idea of going on a foreign mission trip or you feel a tug in your heart to visit Haiti, we want to invite you to our informational meeting today, Sunday June 5 from 12:30pm-1:30pm. We will share what a 2017 trip to Haiti would look like, share basic information about the cost and process as well as answer any questions you may have.
Dinner With The Elders
You are invited to join the Elders for a pizza dinner at the church on Monday, June 5 from 5:30pm-6:30pm. If interested, please sign up on your connection card today! Space is limited to 12 adults.
Stand Up: Get in the Story - 3rd-5th Grade Bible Study
This eight-week small group Bible study for 3rd-5th grade students will help them learn conviction and how to stand up for the truth. The study will meet once a week on Tuesdays from 10:00am-11:30am, beginning June 7. Snacks will be provided. Sign up online at https://hittheriver.com/events/stand-get-story-summer-2016.
Upward Soccer Camp
Early registration is now open for this year’s Upward Soccer Camp! Camp is June 13-17, 6:00pm-8:30pm for children kindergarten-5th grade. Early registration is $35 per child; after June 1 the cost is $40 per child. Register online at https://hittheriver.com/events/upward-soccer-camp-2016 or by completing the registration form located at the Riverbank Kids Check In area. For more information, contact Maria Chastain at Maria@HitTheRiver.com.
Upward Soccer Camp Volunteers
Attention all soccer lovers! We need soccer coaches for our Upward Soccer Camp which will take place June 13-17 from 6-8:30pm. Don’t forget that your child(ren) go to soccer camp for 1/2 price when you volunteer to coach. If you are interested, sign up on the connection card, at a kiosk, or at https://hittheriver.com/media/river-news/2016-upward-soccer-camp-volunteers-needed.
Camp Lebanon!
It’s almost June which means Camp Lebanon is right around the corner! Every summer our Senior High and Junior High ministries go out to Camp Lebanon in Oregonia, OH for a fun week of camp. We would love for your student to join us! Camp 9Twelve meets from June 13-17 and Camp 6Eight meets from June 20-24. The cost is $135 which includes an entire week of camp, meals, lodging, and great memories. If you have any questions, please contact Zach at Zach@HitTheRiver.com. You can sign up your student today for Camp 9Twelve at https://hittheriver.com/events/camp-9twelve-2016 or Camp 6Eight at https://hittheriver.com/events/camp-6eight-2016.
Lunch Supplies Needed
The River church will be supporting the Interfaith Hospitality ministry in Monroe on June 17. Along with hosting dinner, our opportunity to serve includes providing lunch supplies like fresh fruit, chips and packaged desserts for the preceding week. The families in the program pack a lunch to take with them to work or the Day Center. Any donations would be greatly appreciated, and should be brought to the church by Sunday, June 12. A sign up sheet will be at the Guest Center. Please contact Sarah Ellis with any questions at 513-401-3845 or haitigirl01@yahoo.com.
Father’s Day Combined Outdoor Service
Join us for our outdoor combined service on Sunday, June 19 at 10:30am. Bring your lawn chair and some friends or family. We will have RiverBank Kids open for nursery and toddlers only. Stay after the service and enjoy a smoked pig and grilled hot dogs. Please bring either a side dish, salad, or munchie to share. The Cone will be here to provide ice cream for desert and The Photo Bus Cincy will be here for you to take pictures with the family in honor of the men and father’s in the church.
Possible Delays
The intersection of Kyles Station Road and Cincinnati Dayton Road will possibly be closed on Father’s Day Sunday, June 19 for the installation of a roundabout. Please plan your route accordingly.
Baptisms
If you would like to be baptized at our outdoor service on June 19,
please let us know on a connection card. Write your contact information and “Baptism” on the card and drop it in the offering bucket at the end of today’s service.
Jr High Pool Party
On Sunday, June 26, The Musson family is inviting all students in 6th-8th grade and their families to a pool party at their home in Trenton. This is an amazing time to enjoy some fun times together with other families and students. Please RSVP to Zach at Zach@HitTheRiver.com or by signing up on your connection card.
Marriage Cruise
Pastor Brad and Heidi have been invited to be the speakers for the
Build Your Marriage cruise on the Celebrity Cruise line February 4-11, 2017. They would love couples from The River to join them. For more information, go to http://BuildYourMarriage.org/cruise or pick up one of the flyers located on the credenza outside the worship center. Use ID (or host ID) #56373.
AA for Women
A new women’s AA group is meeting on Wednesdays at 12:00pm in the Overflow room at The River Church. The focus will be on the spiritual aspects of recovery. Any woman who has a problem with addictions or has loved ones with addictions are welcome. Contact Fran Davis at 513-504-5053 with any questions.
River Church App
Download The River app on your smartphone or tablet today. It's a great way to stay connected with The River.
Apple App Store link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/the-river-church-app/id1095346067
Google Play Store link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bethelhouseapps.hittheriver
