River News

<b>What Interests You?</b><br>We are starting up some new Affinity Groups that are based on things you are interested in. Right now we are looking for people who want to start up a new group based around whatever interests you! Do you like cycling, quilting/sewing, book clubs, trivia nights, shooting, etc.? Sign up on your connection card or email Todd (todd@HitTheRiver.com) with your idea.<br><br><b>Women’s Study: Kingdom Woman</b><br>Prepared To Be Empowered! You’re invited to join other women—married and single— in a new 7-week group study that will unleash new power, possibilities, and purpose in your life. With video teaching by Dr. Tony Evans and Chrystal Evans Hurst, learn how to align yourself firmly under the authority of God. Even more, be affirmed in your identity as a daughter of Christ each and every day. The study starts Tuesday, January 9, 2018. There are two times available on Tuesday to meet: 9:30-11:30am or 6:30-8:30pm<br><br>Go to https://hittheriver.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/99293 or use a kiosk to sign up. If you are unable to attend either of those times, you can still participate through a private Facebook Group. When you sign up for the class online you will receive a link to the Facebook Group. If you have any questions, please can contact Edna Woodrick (513) 377-8647.<br><br><b>Compass</b><br>Looking for some direction in your life as you begin 2018? Learn how to prioritize what's important in life, and figure out the great plans God has for you. Join us for Compass -- a group of adults ages 18-30 -- on Wednesday nights starting January 11. We will meet to discuss Rick Warren's book "The Purpose Driven Life," at 6:45 pm at Panera on Tylersville. While you are encouraged to dig deeper into the book, no homework is required. Grab some dinner or dessert. Your first coffee/hot chocolate is on us! <br><br>Also, save the date for Pancakes and a Puzzle at the Hilty house on Saturday, January 27. For more information contact Lindsey Hilty (513) 371-3566.<br><br><b>Play The Man For Dads</b><br>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. We are inviting all men (even teens) to join us on Saturday, January 13 at 9:00am to listen to Mark Batterson talk about how we can navigate this “no-man’s-land” and learn how dads can better play the man for our kids and raise our sons to play the man. A pancake and bacon breakfast will be provided. Sign up at https://hittheriver.churchcenteronline.com/registrations/events/93256.<br><br><b>Sunday Morning Community</b><br>Join one of our Sunday morning community groups for their new study through the book of Ephesians. This is a great way to connect with other people at The River and help your growing relationship with Jesus. The study starts January 14 and a group meets during each service at 9:45am or 11:15am.<br><br><b>Daniel Fast</b><br>Starting Sunday, January 14 we are challenging our River Church Family to fast for either 7 (5K), 14 (Half Marathon), or 21 (Marathon) days. We are using this time to deepen our relationship with God and center ourselves around what God is going to do in our church and in our lives during this time. Check out the posters near the fireplace and show your commitment to the fast.<br><br>During the fast, we will eliminate some common things from our daily diet. The diet is vegan based, eliminates caffeine, sugar, and artificial additives. A recipe guide will soon be available as well as links to online resources. More info can be found online at https://hittheriver.com/events/daniel-fast-2018.<br><br><b>Build YOUR Marriage!</b><br>Sign up for the marriage conference here at The River on Friday night, January 19 and Saturday morning the 20th. This is a great way to take your marriage to the next level. It’s for all marriages, newlywed to 50+ years. Bring friends too! Cost is $30 per couple. Sign up online at http://www.buildyourmarriage.org/event/bym-conference-cincinnati-oh<br><br><b>Annual Business Meeting</b><br>We will be meeting on Sunday, January 28, at 3:00pm for our annual business meeting. This meeting is open to our regular attenders and members. However, only members of The River are eligible to vote. If you would like to become a member we would encourage you to sign up for our River 101 class. The next class is on Saturday, January 25 and you can sign up online at https://hittheriver.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/90613<br><br><b>River 101</b><br>Interested in learning more about The River Church? Pastor Brad will be teaching our River 101 class on Wednesday, January 31, 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.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/90613<br><br><b>Elder Candidate</b><br>The Elders are excited to present Jeff Herman as a candidate to become an elder at The River Church. Per the constitution, his name is being presented for 30 days to the congregation should anyone have concerns about him serving in that role. Feel free to contact us at elders@HitTheRiver.com<br><br><b>Serve City</b><br>The River Church is scheduled to serve the fourth Saturday of every month. The next scheduled serving date is Saturday, January 27, 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.<br><br><b>Kids Night Out</b><br>Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! Parents go out on a Valentine’s date on Friday, February 16 from 5:30pm-8:00pm and leave your cherub(s) with us. We will have pizza for dinner, decorate Valentine’s cookies, play games, and work on a special outreach project to show God’s love to others. The cost is $10 for your first child and $5 for each additional sibling. All proceeds go to The River Youth mission trip to Minnesota. We welcome all kids to join us who are preschool (potty trained and 3 year old) - 5th grade. Please sign up at https://hittheriver.churchcenteronline.com/registrations/events/93262 by Wednesday, February 14. To volunteer, email Tami at tami@HitTheRiver.com.<br><br><b>Sharing God’s Love</b><br>RiverBank Kids will be collecting items to make care bags for the homeless to share God’s love for Valentine’s. Donations can be dropped off at the RiverBank Kids check in area. The bags will be assembled by the kids at Kid’s Night Out on Friday, February 16. Please consider donating any of the following items to put in our bags: unisex gloves, chapstick, lotion (small), hand warmers, granola bars, or small packs of tissues.<br><br><b>Can We Pray for You?</b><br>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. <br><br><b>Angels Among Us</b><br>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.