The River Church

Jacob & Esau: Hope When Family's a Mess

Jacob & Esau: Hope When Family's a Mess

On August 15th, Pastor Brad will be continuing our summer series called, "People Just Like You!" Join us outdoors at 10 a.m. as we learn about different people in the Bible and how their lives are not only similar to ours, but a great way to learn more about God and his relationship with us.

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The River Church

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

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New to The River?
Bring your connection card & place it in the offering box by the flagpole. We’ll be in touch this week!

Administrative Assistant Opportunity
We are looking for an Administrative Assistant to work part-time at the church, Monday through Thursday from 9:30am to 3:30pm. This position requires the spiritual gifts of joy, helps, and administration. Key competencies are strong computer skills, detail oriented, proactive, work with a variety of personalities, good communication skills, and comfortable with planning and organizing church events. Key proficiencies include working on a Mac OS, using Microsoft Word, Excel and the ability to learn new software programs as needed. Email resumes or inquiries to info@hittheriver.com.

Get Connected
We want you to be connected with others at The River! Whether it’s doing things with people who have similar interests, getting in a group, or serving. Contact our Director of Connections and Small Groups at leslie@hittheriver.com and she’ll make it happen!

Media and Sound
We are in need of more volunteers to run our media and sound for Sunday services. Please consider joining the team. Contact justin@hittheriver.com with interest and or inquiries.

Cultivating Prayer
Please join us in this prayer. “Lord Jesus, may Your life of love and service be our guide to love and serve the under-privileged, the abandoned, and the needy amongst us. Help us to have a heart, to make time and gather as much help and resources as we can and offer them our offerings of love.”

BYM Israel Trip
Join Pastor Brad and Heidi in Israel THIS YEAR, Nov. 30-Dec. 7th. Walk where Jesus walked with this life-transforming experience. This trip is for married or singles. Marriage sessions will be in the evenings with sight-seeing during the day. Sign up before 8/17 for best rates. Brochures are in the lobby or go to https://bit.ly/3rEMaW9

Women’s Bible Study
This September, we will begin the study of Luke by Disciplers Bible Studies. Each lesson includes commentary and daily questions for personal study and the daily questions will be discussed in the study group. There will be two classes offered, on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings from 6:30 p.m.- 8:30 p.m, beginning Sept. 7 & 8. The first session is 13 weeks. For more information, visit hittheriver.com.

RBK Nursery Reopening!
All newborn-18mon. of age babies are welcome in the RiverBank Kids Nursery during the 9:45 worship service, beginning August 22. We have an excellent team of adult and teen helpers who love the Lord, love your babies and are eager to serve your family on Sunday mornings. For more information or to volunteer to serve on our nursery team, contact Taylor at taylor@hittheriver.com.

RBK Parent’s Night Out
All Preschool-5th graders are invited to join us for our next Parent's Night Out! On August 20 from 5:30-8 p.m. Parents can enjoy an evening out while their kids have dinner, an awesome time with friends, and join teams to compete in some Olympic-themed fun at church! Registration costs $5 per child. Register your kids today at hittheriver.com/events.

River Youth: 6-8th Grade Upcoming Bible Studies
Girls- 6th - 8th grade girls are invited to join us for a study on Girl Power in the Bible! This 10 week study will start on 9/12 and end mid-December. God mentioned many women in the bible, who played an important role in both the New and Old Testament. We will be talking about these women, discussing their roles, actions and what we can learn from their stories. We will meet in the Youth room during the 9:45 service. There are no required materials that need to be purchased in advance. Please contact Brittany McGaffin to sign your tween up for the study at brittany.mcgaffin@gmail.com

Guys- 6th-8th grade will be doing a study in the 9:45am service in Zach’s office downstairs through the book of Ephesians. This powerful letter from Paul not only serves as a guide on how to live life in a crazy world but also how to live for Christ in powerful ways. We will be kicking off this study on 9/12 through December. If you have any questions or want your student to participate, please contact Zach@HitTheRiver.com

River Youth Overflow Groups
Girls- All 9th - 12th grade girls are invited to join us for a study on relationships and dating. We will be going through the book and workbook “Boundaries in Dating” by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend. This book will help teens establish boundaries and purpose in all of their relationships. Please purchase the both the book and workbook in advance of the first meeting. Our study will start on 9/8 and we will be meeting the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month from 6:30pm - 8:00pm at the church. Please contact Brittany McGaffin to sign your teen up for the study at brittany.mcgaffin@gmail.com




Affinity Groups

Connect with others who share similar interests in a fun and inviting way! Make new River friends while creating natural environments to engage those not yet connected to The River. Affinity Groups can form the basis of long-lasting friendships and community that point you and others to Jesus. Here are the groups for you to choose from: Archery, Card/Board Games, Biking, Photography, Running, Scrapbooking & Crafting. Sign up and get more info at the link below.
https://hittheriver.com/connect-with-us/adults/affinity-groups

Community Groups

We believe life change happens best when people intentionally connect with each other. Our primary way to connect people is through community groups. If you would like to get more information about community groups check out this link, which takes you to our website where you can fill out a form to get connected into one.
http://riv.cc/RivGroups

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