Interested in learning more about The River Church? Pastor Brad will be teaching our River 101 class on Wednesday, October 11 from 6:15pm-8:30pm. This is a great way to learn what we believe, how we operate, and where we’re heading. If you are interested in membership the class is a prerequisite. Sign up online at https://hittheriver.com/events/river-101-101117

On Sunday, October 15, we will be having a baby/child dedication during both of our services (9:45am & 11:15am). If you have never publicly declared your commitment to raising your child to become a Christ follower than we want to encourage you to sign up below for our next child dedication service. Sign up online at https://hittheriver.com/events/child-dedication-service-101517

Guys and sons (school-aged boys and older are suggested) are invited to a free overnight tent camping trip (no trailers) on a primitive camping area in Hamilton Ohio, less than 1 hour from the River Church. On Friday, October 13 set up starts at 4:00pm and tear down concluded by 12:00pm on Saturday, October 14.

The purpose of this overnight trip is to disconnect briefly from everyday life, connect with other men who love Jesus, and experience His presence through His wonderful creation. Activities include a night hike, camp fire worship, smores, brief devotional, grunting as well as other activities too macho for the church bulletin.

You will need to provide your own camping gear, food for dinner & breakfast, and all other supplies you feel you need to brave the elements (tent camping only). Firewood, s'mores, and water will be provided. You can sign up online at https://hittheriver.com/events/guys-campout-2017 or if you have any questions, contact Carvey Wright at 304-604-3101 or carveyw@hotmail.com.

Be a light for Jesus this October. Join River Church families for a Pumpkin Glow from 6:30pm-8:00pm. Sunday, October 15. Experience a glow-in-the-dark family worship time, followed by a friendly pumpkin-carving contest, and snacks. Bring one pumpkin for your family, your favorite carving tools (the church will have a few extra carving supplies on hand if you don't have any), and don't forget your unique (non-scary) carving ideas. We will have a glowing good time!

Somewhere along the way, our culture lost its definition of manhood, leaving generations of men and men-to-be confused about their roles, responsibilities, relationships, and the reason God made them men. Join us on Saturday, October 21 at high noon to listen to Mark Batterson talk about how we can navigate this “no-man’s-land” and learn to play the man. Sign up on https://hittheriver.com/events/play-the-man.

The River Church will be going to the Niederman Family Farm for a fun evening of connecting and letting the kids play. We have the barn reserved for our church so we can eat (dinner & dessert provided starting at 5:30pm) and hang out together. It will be a great way to celebrate together all the good things God has done this past year.

We are selling discounted wristbands to get into the farm if you want to take your family to enjoy a hay ride, bon fire, corn maze, and all the other fun things the farm has to offer. The wrist bands are only $5 per person ($12 at the gate). Sign up at https://hittheriver.com/events/river-church-niederman-farm-102517.

The River Church will be supporting the Interfaith Hospitality ministry in Monroe on October 20th. 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, school, or the Day Center. Any donations would be greatly appreciated, and should be brought to the church by Sunday, October 15th. A sign up sheet will be at the fireplace. We are also looking for more volunteers to help support the Friday evenings, and Saturday mornings we are serving at Monroe Church. Please contact Kaitlyn Hertzler at kaithertzler@gmail.com or (513) 616-6317 with any questions, or if you are interested in volunteering.

Serve City is in need of food, especially cereal, canned mandarin oranges and canned pineapple. Please drop off food donations in the bin next to the Mission wall.

The River Church is scheduled to serve Saturday, October 28, from 9:45am-12:00pm. If you are interested in serving, all you need to do is arrive at 9:45am at Serve City and you will be shown how you can help. Serve City is a food pantry that reaches out to needy families in our area. They are located at 622 East Avenue, Hamilton. For more information contact Ginger Spence at (513) 720-7347 or email Spenceg3@netzero.net

Come join us on Friday November 10 from 7:00pm-9:00pm for the Trivia Night Haiti FUNdraiser. We have an exciting evening filled with trivia, prizes, a silent auction, concessions, music and most of all FUN!! Tickets are $10 or only $50 for a team of six! All proceeds will go to support the 2018 Haiti Mission Team. Go to https://hittheriver.com/events/trivia-night-fundraiser-111017 to buy tickets.

A tween's guide to growing up in Christ. This small group will be starting in January for girls (ages 9-13). The group will be led by Margaret Layman and Amy Sanders. Parent meeting Sunday, November 12 after 1st and 2nd services in the Overflow room. If you have any questions – find Amy or Margaret at the kiosks after a service or email Margaret at Margaret.S.Layman@gmail.com. Sign up online at https://hittheriver.com/events/nb-tween-girls-tweens-guide-growing-christ

This month RiverBank Kids is partnering with Reach Out Lakota to provide socks for their clothing pantry. *New* socks for men, women, and children are in great need. Bring your socks to donate between October 1–29. Place them in the bins next to children’s check-in. Let’s bless our community this Socktober!

June 8-17, 2018, The River Church would like to take a team to Guatemala to serve with Faith in Action. There will be a short informational meeting called Guatemala 101 in the Overflow room on Sunday, October 22 right after the conclusion of the second service at 12:15pm. No commitment is required to hear the details. Email missions@HitTheRiver.com if you have questions.

You are invited to join the Elders for a pizza dinner at the church on Monday, October 16, from 5:30pm-6:30pm. If interested, please sign up on your connection card today! Space is limited to 12 adults. Email info@HitTheRiver.com to sign up.

The River Church Band and Tech Team is in need of Sound Techs. If you have been thinking about joining the team, now is the time! If interested please see Kim Porter or send her an email at kim@HitTheRiver.com.

We have an email network of people who are committed to pray for you wether it’s big or small. Email your prayer request to prayer@HitTheRiver.com.

You have a direct impact on the lives of others through prayer. By joining the prayer chain you will be able to help others who are in need that may or may not have someone in their life to pray for them.

When you join the prayernet, you will receive emails with requests for prayer. At this time we average two requests per week. All you need to do is pray for that person in your own personal way. “And since we know He hears us when we make our requests, we also know that He will give us what we ask for. 1 John 5:15.” If you would like to join, please email prayer@HitTheRiver.com and let us know you are interested in joining.

There are times in life when we can be in a situation where a meal would be a blessing, such as after giving birth or when dealing with a medical situation. Through our Angels Among Us ministry, you can help people within our church by bringing them a meal. To join, send an email to info@HitTheRiver.com letting us know you’d like to be part of this ministry. When a need arises, you will receive an email asking if you can sign up to bring a meal. If you are in a situation where you could be blessed by a meal, please email us at info@HitTheRiver.com.

The Elders and Deacons are recommending Terry Daviaux and Melisa Bock to become new Deacons. Per our constitution we are presenting their names to you for 30 days (10/8 - 11/07). If you have any concerns about them serving in this capacity please write to: Elders@HitTheRiver.com.