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The River Church

Rising Above Your Past

Rising Above Your Past

Sometimes life can feel like we are just hanging on for dear life. But it doesn't have to be that way! Join us at 9:45 or 11:15 as we look at what the Bibles says about Thriving in an Age of Surviving.

Locations & Times

The River Church

5546 Cincinnati Dayton Rd, Liberty Township, OH 45044, USA

Sunday 9:45 AM

Sunday 11:15 AM

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New to The River? Have Questions?

We would love to meet you! Bring your Connection Card and stop by the Connection Room across from the Worship Center. We have a free gift for you, too! This is also the place to stop by with any questions about what’s happening at The River.

Upcoming Events

For more information on these and other events at The River Church, visit hittheriver.com/events.

Dinner for Six Sign-ups Today!
Anyone interested in Dinner for 6 can sign up at the table today in the lobby. If you want to be a part of this round you must sign up, this is a brand new round. Questions? Email leslie@hittheriver.com.

March 15th - River 101
Pastor Brad will be teaching our River 101 class Tuesday, March 15th, 6:15 - 8:30 p.m. Sign up online at hittheriver.com/events.

March 20th - Bring Your Parent to Church
All parents and guardians are invited to join their children in Sunday School on March 20 at 9:45 AM. Stick around for the 11:15 worship service and take your kids to church with you! Email taylor@hittheriver.com with questions.

March 27th - River Youth Guy’s Night
The River Youth Guy’s Night is Smashburger and Smash Bros from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Registration is only $10 to help with the cost of the meal. Sign up online at hittheriver.com/events or contact zach@hittheriver.com for any questions.

March 27th - River Youth Girls Night
We are inviting all River Youth Girls to join us for a night of crafting from
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm. Cost is $5 and bring a snack or drink to share. Sign up online at hittheriver.com/events or contact zach@hittheriver.com with questions.

March 30th - Ladies Who Lunch
Wednesday, March 30th at noon, we are meeting at First Watch on Cincinnati Dayton Road. Email leslie@hittheriver.com for more information.

April 8th - 9th - River Youth Lock-In
All students in 6th-12th grade and their friends are invited to our Lock-In from Friday, April 8th until Saturday, April 9th. Cost is $20 with a bowling only option of $10. For more info and to register for this event, go to hittheriver.com/events.

April 10th - Worship Night
Join us for an evening of worship together on April 10th. This will be an event for the whole family to come and praise together.

April 15th - Journey To The Cross
We invite all families to join us for Journey to the Cross: A Step-by-Step Journey with Jesus on April 15 beginning at 6:30, here at The River. Register your family by going to hittheriver.com/events.

Coming Soon - River Youth Envelope Fundraiser
Starting next Sunday check out the Fundraiser table to see how you can help our students do amazing work later this year!

Looking to Volunteer?
If you feel you are being called to serve in the church, we would love to help you find a place to answer that calling. Here are some areas that currently need volunteers!Email info@hittheriver.com if you would like to start volunteering!

Cafe Team
2nd ServiceConnect
(2nd - 5th) teachers
Preschool teachers
Tech & Audio Team
Musicians
Small Group Childcare on Thursday Evenings

Looking to Connect?
We want to help connect you with others at The River! Whether it's doing things with people who have similar interests and hobbies, joining a Bible study or Community Group, or serving, contact our Director of Connections and Small Groups at leslie@hittheriver.com for more information.
Four Things About Rising Above Your Past:

1. Everyone has a past
Four Things About Rising Above Your Past:

1. Everyone has a past
2. Jesus’ mercy and grace trumps your past.


“Satan, I am cleansed by the blood of Jesus. Shame is not from God. I am forgiven. I am a child of God. I command you to leave me in the name, power, authority, blood, of my resurrected Savior Jesus Christ. I command you to go where Jesus sends you.”
Four Things About Rising Above Your Past:

1. Everyone has a past
2. Jesus’ mercy and grace trumps your past.
3. Your past points people to Jesus.
Four Things About Rising Above Your Past:

1. Everyone has a past
2. Jesus’ mercy and grace trumps your past.
3. Your past points people to Jesus.
4. God's glory is the goal.

Give Online

If you would like to join us in impacting the world around us locally and globally you can do so right on your mobile device by clicking the link "Give" below. You can also give by text just text the AMOUNT of your donation to 84321 to make your donation. Thank you for your generosity!
https://hittheriver.churchcenteronline.com/giving