Exploring the Gospels with Pastor Brian: A Beginner's Journey

September 14, 21, and 28 at 9:30 am in Thompson Parlor, Education Building Room 200

Teacher: Rev. Dr. Brian Lays


Whether you’re brand new to the Bible or just want a fresh look at the life and teachings of Jesus, this 3-week class is for you. Together, we’ll explore the four Gospels - Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John - learning who wrote them, why they were written, and what makes each one unique. You’ll discover the central stories of Jesus’ ministry, death, and resurrection, and how these accounts continue to shape our faith today.


Parents of Young Families: Faith and Family

Education Building Room 306

Beginning September 14


This ongoing class is designed especially for parents navigating the joys and challenges of raising children. 


We’ll begin our class this fall by joining the church-wide study, Exploring the Gospels with Pastor Brian: A Beginner’s Journey, for the first three weeks. This shared time will deepen our understanding of Jesus’ life and teachings and give us a foundation for conversations about faith at home.


More Than Words: 10 Values for the Modern Family

After the first three weeks, this group will begin a parenting segment entitled More Than Words: 10 Values for the Modern Family based on the book by Erin Wathen. We’ll reflect on how to move beyond surface “family values” and cultivate a wholehearted, faith-filled lifestyle rooted in love. Each session will include Scripture, honest conversation, and practical ideas for living out these values in our homes and communities.


Exploring the Book of Acts

Exploring the Book of Acts

Teachers: Ed Pratt Danals and Rev. Dr. John Ragsdale

Education Building Room 302/303

Beginning September 14


The first Christians experienced the risen Christ in profound and mystical ways that formed them into a radically new kind of community. Join two of Riverside’s talented teachers for an ongoing, in-depth study of the earliest record of their lives in the Book of Acts. Together, we’ll explore the stories of the early church, the power of the Holy Spirit, and what these ancient words mean for us today. Whether you’re brand new or a longtime member, you’ll find a warm welcome and thoughtful conversation.


Rev. Dr. John Ragsdale

After working in banking and finance for fifteen years, John responded to a call to ministry.  John attended Columbia Theological Seminary for his master’s and earned his doctorate from McCormick Theological Seminary in Chicago.  He served as the pastor of churches in Orange Park, Gainesville, Jacksonville, and Green Cove Springs, Florida, as the Executive Director of the Montgomery Presbyterian Center, and as Mission Coordinator for Leadership of the Presbytery of St. Augustine, retiring from full-time ministry in 2013. John and his wife, Sally, have two sons and live in Jacksonville, Florida, and Cashiers, NC. 


Ed Pratt-Dannals

Ed Pratt-Dannals has been a member of RPC for about 35 years and has taught a Bible-based adult Sunday school for the majority of those years. For his career, he was a public school teacher, principal, and ultimately superintendent here in Duval County. He has been married to his wife, Jo, for 49 years and has 2 adult children and 5 grandchildren who live in North Carolina.


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Underwood Class

Teacher: Clay Boone

Education Building Room 305

Beginning September 14


Looking for a place to grow in faith, connect with others, and dive deeper into Scripture? This welcoming adult Bible study meets year-round and explores the International Sunday School lessons in a friendly, conversational setting. 


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Summer 2025

CROSS Missions

June 8-13, 2025

For completed 6th - completed 12th graders

CROSS is a ministry of Myers Park Presbyterian Church in Charlotte, NC. Each summer, they lead middle school and high school youth in a week of service and experiential learning....


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Massanetta Middle School Conference

June 22-28, 2025

For completed 6th - completed 8th graders

We will travel to Massanetta Springs Camp & Conference Center located in Harrisonburg, VA. The theme for this conference is “Holy Love, Wholly Loved,” taken from 1 John 4....


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Montreat Youth Conference

July 5-12, 2025

For completed 9th - completed 12th graders

On this trip, high school students  will travel to the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. This year’s theme is “Light My Path”...

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Loaves and Fishes

This volunteer-based ministry team cooks and delivers provides meals to members with various needs, from new parents to those recovering from surgery or grieving a loss. Volunteer-based meal ministry to provide for new parents and those who are ill. A group cooks meals for freezing. 

Contact Jane Miller

New Baby in the House

Have you heard? Our church’s numbers have been growing with brand new baby members!! Help us to support these families as they adjust to life after the birth of their babies by signing up for a slot to provide them with a meal. Meals can be self made and delivered or ordered online for delivery. 

Currently there are not any meal sign ups but please check back at a later date. Thank you. 


Prayer Ministry

This ministry team prayers through both a public and private prayer list on a weekly basis. 

Contact Norma Farnell

Love Callers

This ministry team reaches out to our church’s homebound and nursing home members, through phone calls, cards etc. They also coordinate other groups within the church (for example, the Youth, Sunday School Classes, Small Groups etc.) to be in touch with this important population in our church. 

Contact: Clare Charnley

Flower Ministry

Volunteer to deliver flowers to our church friends. Flowers have the power to brighten one’s day and say “we care." Flowers are often delivered to those who have been ill, undergone surgery, lost a loved one, or welcomed a new child into their home. Choosing just one or two days a quarter is helpful and appreciated. 

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First Friends Ministry

This ministry team builds relationships with and orientates new members during their first year of membership.

Contact: Matthew Cunningham

Congregational Care

This ministry team reaches out to members and visitors who have not been seen at church in a while, to make sure that they are receiving the support and care that they need. 

Contact: Frank Shuke

Be a College Secret Pal

Secret Pals keep in touch with college students during the school year by letters, cards or care packages. Contact Jean Grant-Dooley.

Email Jean

Usher - 10:30 am Service

Help welcome people to our sanctuary, offer them a bulletin, answer questions etc. All ages are welcome to usher.

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Call to Worship LIturgist

Serve as a liturgist for the Call to Worship at the beginning of the worship service.

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2024 Riverside Chorister Camp Registration

Sunday, March 24

Palm Sunday Worship

8:30 am and 10:30 am 


Palm Procession at 10:30 am Service

Following the lead of Jesus’ entrance into Jerusalem, everyone is invited to gather on the front steps for a Palm Sunday procession at 10:15 am. Once gathered, we will be led by children through Five Points and then back into the Sanctuary for our 10:30 am worship service. Our procession will be accompanied by singing and the waving of palms. Palm Sunday marks the start of Holy Week and recounts Jesus' entrance into Jerusalem. Once the procession is complete, children will join their families in the pews.


Nursery opens at 8:15 am. Children K and under have the option to attend Children's Church (will be dismissed mid-way through service).


Palm Sunday Lunch and Easter Egg Hunt 

11:30 am - 1:30 pm, please RSVP here

Join us as we begin Holy Week with a fellowship lunch in Kissling Hall, followed by an Easter Egg hunt for children on our campus. 


Suggested Donation for lunch: $10/adult, $5/child, $30 family maximum.

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Thursday, March 28 at 7:00 pm

Join us as we remember the last night of Christ’s life, as we begin the journey to the cross. The word “Maundy” is derived from the Latin word “commandment,” and recalls the “new commandment” Christ gave his disciples the night before he died: love one another as I have loved you. Communion will be served. Service also available via live stream, www.rpcjax.org/live

Nursery is available for K and under and will open 15 minutes prior to the service.


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Friday, March 29 at 7:00 pm

Join us as we recount Christ’s passion and death, and remember all that God in Christ has done for us. This is a contemplative service of scripture and song. Service also available via live stream at www.rpcjax.org/live. Nursery is available for K and under and will open 15 minutes prior to the service.

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Sunday, March 31, 8:30 am and 10:30 am

Easter Day, Worship Services at 8:30 and 10:30 am Join us for worship at 8:30 or 10:30 to celebrate the resurrection of our Lord! Both services will contain our full choir and liturgy, and the 8:30 service will be held in the main sanctuary rather than the chapel. Communion will be served at both services. 


Nursery (0-4) opens at 8:15 am. 


Children in K and under have the option to attend Children's Church (will be dismissed mid-way through service). 


The Easter cross will be in the courtyard on Park Street.  Everyone is encouraged to bring flowers to place on the cross, but flowers are provided if you are not able to bring them.


The butterfly release (butterflies brought to RPC by our children and youth) will be at 9:45 am. Please meet near the Easter cross.  

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Chorister Camp

July 29 - August 2, 2024

Rising 3rd - 8th grade

 

Riverside Chorister Camp is an intensive choral experience for students entering grades three through eight at Riverside Presbyterian Church in Jacksonville, Florida. Throughout the course, students take part in daily choral rehearsals, music history and theory classes, private vocal coaching, and special concerts in Riverside Presbyterian’s Sanctuary.

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Lenten Small Groups

  • Sundays, 9:30 am, All Adults

    Begins Sunday, February 18

    Practical Prayers: A Guide to Praying Without Ceasing

    Facilitated by Jaimie Smith and Paul Mahoney

    Education Building Room 302/303


    RPC is forming several 5-week seasonal small groups for Lent. The small groups will be a way to connect meaningfully with a smaller group of people at the church. The title of the study being used for the small groups is Practical Prayers: A Guide to Praying Without Ceasing.


    Each session begins with a 5-10 minute video from the author of the study, Rev. Bethany Benz-Whittington about a particular everyday practice that helps us pray throughout the day. The video will be followed by scripture and group discussion.


    Click here to register

  • Sundays, 9:30 am, at RPC, Adults 20s-40s

    Begins Sunday, February 18

    Practical Prayers: A Guide to Praying Without Ceasing

    Facilitated by Leigh Rosenbloom

    Education Building Room 305


    RPC is forming several 5-week seasonal small groups for Lent. The small groups will be a way to connect meaningfully with a smaller group of people at the church. The title of the study being used for the small groups is Practical Prayers: A Guide to Praying Without Ceasing.


    Each session begins with a 5-10 minute video from the author of the study, Rev. Bethany Benz-Whittington about a particular everyday practice that helps us pray throughout the day. The video will be followed by scripture and group discussion.


    Click here to register

  • Mondays, 7:00 pm, in Mandarin

    Begins February 19

    Practical Prayers: A Guide to Praying Without Ceasing

    Facilitated by the Rev. Dr. Cindy Benz


    RPC is forming several 5-week seasonal small groups for Lent. The small groups will be a way to connect meaningfully with a smaller group of people at the church. The title of the study being used for the small groups is Practical Prayers: A Guide to Praying Without Ceasing.


    Each session begins with a 5-10 minute video from the author of the study, Rev. Bethany Benz-Whittington about a particular everyday practice that helps us pray throughout the day. The video will be followed by scripture and group discussion.


    Click here to register

  • Mondays, 7:00 pm on Zoom

    Begins February 19

    Practical Prayers: A Guide to Praying Without Ceasing

    Facilitated by Randy Parks


    RPC is forming several 5-week seasonal small groups for Lent. The small groups will be a way to connect meaningfully with a smaller group of people at the church. The title of the study being used for the small groups is Practical Prayers: A Guide to Praying Without Ceasing.


    Each session begins with a 5-10 minute video from the author of the study, Rev. Bethany Benz-Whittington about a particular everyday practice that helps us pray throughout the day. The video will be followed by scripture and group discussion.


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  • Tuesdays, 7:00 pm, in Ortega

    Begins February 20

    Practical Prayers: A Guide to Praying Without Ceasing

    Facilitated by Windy Taylor and Kristin Swiercek


    RPC is forming several 5-week seasonal small groups for Lent. The small groups will be a way to connect meaningfully with a smaller group of people at the church. The title of the study being used for the small groups is Practical Prayers: A Guide to Praying Without Ceasing.


    Each session begins with a 5-10 minute video from the author of the study, Rev. Bethany Benz-Whittington about a particular everyday practice that helps us pray throughout the day. The video will be followed by scripture and group discussion.


    Click here to register

  • Thursdays,11:00 am, at RPC

    Begins February 22 

    Practical Prayers: A Guide to Praying Without Ceasing

    Facilitated by Emily Heeg


    RPC is forming several 5-week seasonal small groups for Lent. The small groups will be a way to connect meaningfully with a smaller group of people at the church. The title of the study being used for the small groups is Practical Prayers: A Guide to Praying Without Ceasing.


    Each session begins with a 5-10 minute video from the author of the study, Rev. Bethany Benz-Whittington about a particular everyday practice that helps us pray throughout the day. The video will be followed by scripture and group discussion.


    Click here to register

Director of Music Ministries

Matt Bickett centers his music ministry on the importance of diverse sacred music traditions—especially incorporating diversity of gender, race, and geographical origin—with sensitivity to the musical needs of culturally diverse and intergenerational worshipping communities. Equally at home with historic and contemporary music, Matt’s performances utilize styles and techniques informed by the latest research. Reviewers have described his performances as “rare and interesting” (ClevelandClassical) and “masterfully negotiated” (Bloomington Herald Times). His career has also been recognized with awards including First Prize in the Quimby Competition for Young Organists, the Presser Foundation Award, and the Hugh Porter Prize from the Yale Institute of Sacred Music. Recent performance engagements have taken him to such notable venues as St. Mark’s Cathedral in Seattle, Community of Christ Auditorium in Kansas City, and First (Scots) Presbyterian Church in Charleston, SC; and in Europe to Kungsbacka, Sweden; Haarlem, the Netherlands; Poitiers, France; and Smarano, Italy. Alongside his musical career, Matt actively maintains his theological and musicological research. He also enjoys experimenting with locally roasted pour-over coffee brewing, exploring off-the-beaten-path churches in European cities, and staying up-to-date on the latest Marvel blockbusters.

Ashes to Go

Stop by the RPC Ashes to go tent in the upper parking lot from 7:30 - 8:30 am to receive the sign of the ashes which marks the beginning of Lent. This is also a great way to teach your children about the meaning of Lent as we prepare for Easter.

Noon Service

This service of worship in the sanctuary marks the beginning of Lent, and will include the imposition of ashes. Worship at 12:00 will last approximately 45 minutes.

7:00 pm Service

This service of worship in the sanctuary marks the beginning of Lent, and will include the imposition of ashes. Worship at 7:00 will last approximately one hour and will be available in person or via live stream. The choir will sing, and communion will be served. Click arrow below to watch.

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Sunday School

Join us on Sunday mornings, 9:30 - 10:15 am

All are welcome.

8:30 am Worship

Join us for Sunday Worship at 8:30 am 


 We will offer Communion each Sunday at 8:30am. This intimate service of Word and Sacrament is held in the chapel area inside the Sanctuary (at the front on the right-hand side near the organ), gathered around the communion table. Worship will last approximately 45 minutes, including a sermon and hymns sung by the congregation.

Nursery begins at 8:20 am.

10:30 am Worship

 The Sunday 10:30 am service features our chancel choir, and communion is offered on the first Sunday of the month.


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Dinner Church (1st Wednesdays)

June 7, (off in July), August 2 - 5:30 - 6:30 pm

Get a new perspective on worship at Dinner Church! On the first Wednesday of the month, join us at one table in the sanctuary for a worship service that blends liturgy, song, and food. In place of a sermon, we share a meal and discuss the scripture reading. Families are welcome, and nursery will be available for children up to kindergarten age. (Please bring a brown bag dinner for children in the nursery.) Don’t miss out on this unique worship opportunity. 

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  • Weather Update #1

    Like most of you, we are monitoring Hurricane Idalia closely. Please take time to prepare for the storm. Due to the hurricane's projected track, we have made the following decisions regarding church activities.

    All in-person activities at RPC on Wednesday, August 30 are canceled or postponed. This includes the Groundbreaking, Youth activities, support groups, and other meetings. The Riverside Cornerstone Campaign Groundbreaking scheduled for Wednesday, August 30 has been postponed.


    We will send further communication as needed. For up-to-date information, please go to our website www.rpcjax.org.

    May the presence of Christ feel ever present as you prepare for this storm.

  • Office Schedule

    The Church Office will be physically closed Wednesday-Thursday. Weather permitting, phone calls will be answered during business hours (8:30 am - 4:00 pm) After hours voicemail messages will be returned ASAP.

  • Worship

    We plan to be open on Sunday, September 3 for Sunday School (9:30 am) and Worship (10:30 am).

  • Who Should I Call?

    For general inquiries or to let us know of any needs, please call the Church Office at (904) 355-4585.

    For emergencies, please call Pastor Dana at (904) 719-8115.

    For city information, download the “Jax Ready” app or visit coj.net.

Sunday, April 2

Palm Sunday Worship

8:30 am and 10:30 am 

Communion will be served at both services.

Children’s Palm Procession at 10:30 am Service. Meet at the front doors of the sanctuary on Park Street at 10:15 am. Children will receive palms and prepare to process into the sanctuary during the first hymn. When the procession is over, children will return to sit with their families. 

Nursery opens at 8:20 am. Children K and under have the option to attend Children's Church (will be dismissed midway through service). Questions? Email us


Palm Sunday Lunch and Easter Egg Hunt 

11:30 am - 1:30 pm 

Please join us for the Palm Sunday Lunch! We’ll gather in Kissling Hall immediately after worship to share a meal and time together. Menu: Ham, Buttermilk Biscuits, Spring Peas with Mint, Honey Balsamic Glazed Carrots, Pineapple Casserole, Assorted Cupcakes. 


After the lunch, kids of all ages will be able to participate in age-appropriate Easter Egg hunts. Suggested Donation: $10/adult, $5/child, $30 family maximum.

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Wednesday, April 5

Dinner Church, April 5, 5:30 pm

Featuring Stations of the Cross


Get a new perspective on worship at Dinner Church! On the first Wednesday of the month, join us at one table in the sanctuary for a worship service that blends liturgy, song, and food. In place of a sermon, we share a meal and discuss the scripture reading.  Don’t miss out on this unique worship opportunity. Families are welcome, and nursery will be available for children up to kindergarten age. (Please bring a brown bag dinner for children in the nursery.)

RSVP here

Thursday, April 6 at 7:00 pm

Join us as we remember the last night of Christ’s life, as we begin the journey to the cross. The word “Maundy” is derived from the Latin word “commandment,” and recalls the “new commandment” Christ gave his disciples the night before he died: love one another as I have loved you. Communion will be served. Service also available via live stream, www.rpcjax.org/live

Nursery available for 5 and under. Questions? Email us


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Friday, April 7 at 12:00 pm, Stations of the Cross available 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

Join us as we recount Christ’s passion and death, and remember all that God in Christ has done for us. This contemplative service of scripture and song is offered in conjunction with Riverside Park United Methodist Church. 

Nursery not available for this service.


Stations of the Cross will be available next door at Riverside Park United Methodist (819 Park St) from 9:00 am - 7:00 pm on Good Friday. 

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Sunday, April 9, 8:30 am and 10:30 am

Easter Day, Worship Services at 8:30 and 10:30 am Join us for worship at 8:30 or 10:30 to celebrate the resurrection of our Lord! Both services will contain our full choir and liturgy, and the 8:30 service will be held in the main sanctuary rather than the chancel. Communion will be served at both services. 

Nursery opens at 8:20 am. 

Children K and under have the option to attend Children's Church (will be dismissed midway through service). 

Questions? Email us

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Juneteenth Prayer Vigil

Monday, June 19, 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

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In the spirit of Matthew 25, and on the occasion of Juneteenth, join us for a Prayer Vigil on Monday, June 19, as we seek God’s presence, asking for the Holy Spirit to revive our City with a fresh wind of justice and righteousness for all. You are invited to visit the sanctuary anytime between 7:00 am and 7:00 pm. The prayer vigil will be a self-guided experience, designed for individual or group prayer, silent or spoken. Families are welcome to participate.


There will be 3 prayer stations:

1. Prayers of Praise for God’s heart on matters of love, justice and equality; 

2. Prayers of Confession and Lament for past and current wrongs

3. Prayers of Petition for individuals and organizations, including RPC, for bringing God’s Kingdom on earth as it is in heaven. 


We are looking for volunteers willing to host and greet Prayer Vigil participants for a 2 hour shift.

Click here to learn more and sign up.

Questions about the event or being a host? Email us.


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6:30pm Coordinating Council Meeting-Tripp Means

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8:30am Worship Planning Meeting

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11:30am Earth Care Meeting

5:30pm HR Meeting

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10am Jim Crooks Memorial Service and Reception

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6pm Adult Children of Alcoholics Meeting-Step Work Mtg

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10am James Freeman--Organ Practice

2pm Organ Rehearsal: Peter Cotchaleovitch

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5pm Haiti Meeting-Zoom only meeting

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5:30pm Memorial Park Association Board of Directors Meeting

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10am All Staff Meeting - Hybrid

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3pm Alternative Gift Market Meeting

6pm Adult Children of Alcoholics Meeting-Step Work Mtg

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10am All Staff Meeting - Hybrid

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12pm Joint Committee Meeting

6pm Adult Children of Alcoholics Meeting-Step Work Mtg

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Join Us in the Chapel

The 8:30 am service is held in the chapel area inside our Sanctuary (near the front, off to the right side) and is a smaller, more intimate version of the 10:30 service. Communion is offered every week, and there is no choir.

Join Us for Worship

 The 10:30 am service features our chancel choir, and communion is offered on the first Sunday of the month. 

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Everyone is welcome to our Christmas Celebration this Sunday! 5:00 pm Family Service Projects // making blessing bags 6:00 pm Christmas Dinner in Kissling Hall // please make your reservation ASAP at bit.ly/rpcdec18dinner 7:00 pm Lessons and Carols Service in the Sanctuary with Brass, Choir, and Organ // also available via livestream at www.rpcjax.org/live #rpcjax #jaxchurch #pcusa #lessonsandcarols
The Christmas edition of Riversiders (adult church potluck) was so festive and fun! Join us for the next one! #rpcjax
The third Sunday of Advent. Thank you to all who bought and wrapped gifts for the Caring Tree and stayed after worship to help us organize the gifts for delivery! #rpcjax #pcusa #jaxchurch #advent
Everyone is welcome to our Christmas Eve Services! Join us. Full descriptions of services are available at www.rpcjax.org/calendar #rpcjax #christmasevejax #christmaseve #pcusa #jaxchurch
Dinner Church but make it Kirkin of the Tartans. In recognition of St. Andrew’s Day. Thank you to Will for playing the bagpipes for us! #rpcjax #presbyterianchurch #standrews #pcusa #dinnerchurch
The first Sunday of Advent #rpcjax #rpcyouthjax #pcusa #jaxchurch #advent #presbyterianchurch
Join us 9:00 - 10:30 am for a Church-Wide Advent Celebration on Sunday, November 27 in Bittinger Hall. Make Advent wreaths, sip coffee, assemble Christmas countdown calendars, make Christmas cards and more. Fun for all ages and everyone is invited to join in. #rpcjax #rpcyouthjax #pcusa #jaxchurch #advent
We are thankful for each and every one of you. #rpcjax #rpcyouthjax #thanksgiving #pcusa
The RPC Thanksgiving Dinner is just a few days away! RSVP at rpcjax.org #rpcjax #pcusa #jaxchurch
Join us at RPC on Thursday, November 17 as we host the OneJax Interfaith Thanksgiving Gratitude Service at 6:00 pm. A light reception in Bittinger Hall will follow. Read more and RSVP here: https://tinyurl.com/2bsf9cdk
The Presbyterian Women meet monthly for circle meetings, Bible study, a special speaker and luncheon. This month, the Rev. Erin Horne spoke to our Presbyterian Women about the kindness of God. #pw #rpcjax #pcusa
November 13 is Matthew 25 Sunday at Riverside This is a Sunday where we explore our commitment as a Matthew 25 congregation to build congregational vitality, dismantle structural racism, and eradicate systemic poverty. We share this commitment with over 1000 other PC(USA) churches around the country. Jessica Means will preach. Mathew 25 congregations are based on the scripture found in Matthew 25:31-46. Matthew 25:43-45- says " I was a stranger and you did not welcome me, naked and you did not give me clothing, sick and in prison and you did not visit me.’ Then they also will answer, ‘Lord, when was it that we saw you hungry or thirsty or a stranger or naked or sick or in prison, and did not take care of you?’ Then he will answer them, ‘Truly I tell you, just as you did not do it to one of the least of these, you did not do it to me.’" #matthew25 #rpcjax #pcusa
This Sunday, November 6, the Choristers (Grades 2-6) will help lead us in worship alongside the Chancel Choir. In recognition of All Saints' Day, we will remember all those we have loved who have gone to be with the Lord. Thank you to our Choristers for leading and participating in worship! #rpcjax #riversidechoristers #pcusa #choristers
The Riverside Trunk-or-Treat was 💯 Thanks to all who participated with their vehicles! 🎃 🐈‍⬛ 🧹 🍬 #rpcjax #pcusa #trunkortreat #jaxchurch
Shiver at the River 🎃 was a lot of spooky fun! #rpcjax #jaxchurch #pcusa
Pastor Lauren, Associate Pastor for Youth and Families ✅ ordained (10/1/22) ✅ installed (10/23/22) All of the stoles were given as gifts for Lauren’s ordination or installation by family, RPC members, “RPC Church Ladies” and Diakonos Solutions. #rpcjax #rpcyouthjax #pcusa
All are welcome...to Shiver at the River! See you for food, spooky games, a costume parade and trunk-or treat on Wednesday, October 26! Interested in helping with the Trunk-or-Treat or spooky games? DM to get on the list!
Riversiders was a little spooky! Join us for the next adult potluck on December 11. #rpcjax #jaxchurch #pcusa #potluck
The Riverside Presbyterian Church Basketball League has Registration OPEN for just a few more days! Register at www.rpcbasketball.org by October 16. This league exists to provide a Christian environment for boys and girls in the Greater Jacksonville Area to learn individual and team basketball skills, and to provide a competitive basketball experience which develops self-esteem and confidence, sportsmanship, teamwork and fair play. #rpcjax #rpcyouthjax #rpcbasketball
Don't forget to bring your pledge card to worship on October 9! We will return to the long-held tradition of bringing pledge cards forward during worship. If you’ve pledged online, there will be cards in the pews that say “I pledged online” that you can bring forward during the offertory. Pledge online at rpcjax.org/give #rpcjax #jaxchurch
See you Sunday? Join us for our Halloween edition of Meatballs and Movies on Sunday, October 9. RSVP for dinner: https://bit.ly/oct9rpc
October’s Dinner Church. Join us next month, Wednesday, November 2 at 5:30 pm. #rpcjax #pcusa #jaxchurch #dinnerchurch
ONE RIVERSIDE: United in Christ, Together in Purpose Recently, Josh Bryan shared about this year's theme "One Riverside: United in Christ, Together in Purpose," why he calls Riverside "home" and reminded everyone to bring your pledge card to worship on October 9. Watch the video: https://vimeo.com/756612779 Pledge online: https://bit.ly/rpc2023
Join a Seasonal Small Group now! These 5-week groups will tackle "Big Church Words." What do we mean when we use terms like “reconciliation” and “discernment”? Rich with meaning, unpacking these deep concepts will equip us to better understand the faith we confess. Sign up for a small group at rpcjax.org/adults Small groups begin the week of October 9! #rpcjax #jaxchurch #pcusa
World Communion Sunday ft. The Lord’s Supper artwork painted by RPC members (under the leadership of Kathy Stark). Did you catch any of the different languages Pastors Brian and Sunelle used during the communion liturgy? #rpcjax #worldcommunionsunday
RPC Youth spent a weekend at @camp_montgomery with Presbyterian Youth from 9 different churches around our presbytery. The Rev. Cece Armstrong and Eric Nanz led the retreat as they focused on the theme “When did we see you again?”, based on the text in Matthew 25: 31-46. #rpcyouthjax #rpcjax #campmontgomery
Hurricane Ian Update - For the most up-to-date information, please check our website, www.rpcjax.org Please take care as you prepare for the storm. If you need to get in contact with RPC, you may call (904) 355-4585. Voicemails will be monitored as weather permits. #rpcjax
This past weekend, Pastor Lauren and RPC Youth, Davis, attended the 2023 Montreat Youth Conference Planning Meeting. During this time, they met other planning team members for next summer’s youth conferences, learned more about how the conference works from behind-the-scenes, and worked with all of the planning team members to choose a theme (which will be released in just a few weeks!). They planned, dreamed, and imagined (and they will continue to do so until next summer is here!). Lauren is serving as a co-director by leading those involved with small group and recreation for “Alpha”, the first two weeks of the youth conference. She will be the point person between volunteer planning team members, stage leadership, and Montreat staff. Davis is serving as the youth who is planning the keynote portion of the conference during “Omega”, the last two weeks of the summer. He will work with a variety of teams and people to create a morning experience that is engaging, captivating, and energizing. Lauren and Davis are both so grateful for this opportunity and are also so excited to be with RPC youth in the middle of the summer, during week 3 (one of the “Theta” weeks) of the youth conference. #rpcjax #rpcyouthjax #myc23
All RPC College-Aged Students, Will you join us for the 2023 Montreat College Conference? Spend January 2-5 in the mountains of Montreat with fellow RPC friends as well as hundreds of other college students! Reserve your spot by September 30! https://bit.ly/rpc2023cc #rpcjax #rpcyouthjax #ccm23
Presbyterian Women’s Circle Groups and Salad Luncheon on September 12. #pw #rpcjax #pcusa
Join us next Wednesday for our State of the Communion! We will celebrate the ministries of the past year, and preview the upcoming priorities for ministry in the year ahead. RSVP for dinner: https://bit.ly/dinnersept21
The inaugural Dinner Church service! We worshipped, prayed and ate together. What a special experience. Thank you to all who attended this new worship service. Missed it? The next Dinner Church will be on Wednesday, October 5 at 5:30 pm. #rpcjax #jaxchurch #dinnerchurch #5pointsjax #pcusa
Riverside Presbyterian Church is offering a program of free music education for children in grades 2-6. Led by RPC’s Director of Music Ministries and Organist, Mr. Joshua Stafford, our program is modeled on English cathedral choirs, which have been enriching the lives of children for hundreds of years. This program is open and welcoming to children of any or no religious background. Rehearsals occur on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 - 5:00 pm and include a break time with snack. Choristers will build skills in singing, musicianship, music theory, teamwork, and leadership. Rehearsals begin September 13 so don’t delay in signing up at www.rpcjax.org/music #rpcjax #riversidechoristers #choristers #5pointsjax #riversidejax
Rally Day was a blast! Sunday School teachers wore flamingo headbands to help identify them more easily. Children were able to go see their classrooms while adults heard more about the specific classes RPC is offering for the fall. We also recognized and honored Regina Boone (Meals on Wheels Coordinator), Mary Elizabeth Ballentine (Interim Youth Director), and Emily Coll (Youth Ministry Intern) for their service at RPC. Thank you to Windy for making some delicious grits casseroles which were enjoyed by all. Pastor Lauren Scott peached for the first time (at Riverside) later that morning. We hope to see you this fall for a small group, Sunday School class, worship or perhaps all three! #rpcjax #rpcyouthjax #pcusa #jaxchurch
See you Saturday? All adults are invited!
A look into Riverside’s week at Chautauqua Institution, August 13-20, 2022. @chq1874 @stafforganist @mynameisbreannajane #rpcjax #chq2022
Everyone is welcome at Rally Day this Sunday, August 21! Come enjoy breakfast (9:00 am) and explore faith development opportunities for the fall. There will be activities for children and youth, and adults can learn more about Sunday School, small groups, and other ways to re-engage with Riverside this year. During the breakfast, we will also celebrate the time and talents given to RPC by Regina Boone with the Meals on Wheels program and Mary Elizabeth Ballentine and Emily Coll with the Youth Ministry program. We look forward to seeing you! RSVP for breakfast: bit.ly/rallydayrpc Worship will be in person and online at 10:30 am.
Claimed for More: Wholehearted Living When We Are All Out of Sorts 11 women from Riverside and Woodlawn Presbyterian spent this past weekend in the mountains at @montreat Women’s Connection with speaker @sarahbessey #rpcjax #montreat
17 Riversiders arrived at Chautauqua Institution this past Saturday. Between the lectures, worship services, theater performances, ballet / symphony recitals and more there has still been time to eat and drink together and to spend time with Josh! Our group has loved hearing Josh share about his work here as well as the more of the history of Chautauqua. #rpcjax #chq2022
Blessing of the Backpacks God, as we start a new school year, we may have lots of thoughts, emotions and feelings. We may be excited, nervous, happy, uncertain, or some combination of all these things. Help us, we pray, to have peace in our minds and in our hearts as we start this new year. Help us be compassionate toward ourselves, fellow students, teachers and friends. God, bless these students, teachers and administrators and the backpacks and bags they carry. 🎒 🏫 #rpcjax #rpcyouthjax #pcusa
Flat Brian Challenge 11! THE FINAL CHALLENGE! The summer's almost over. Share your favorite Flat Brian photos from this summer. Whether you go to Paris, Publix, or anywhere in between, send your photos to (904) 274-3470 or communication@rpcjax.org #rpcjax #rpcyouthjax #flatbrian #pcusa
Flat Brian saw the beach and the river this past week thanks to our @rpcyouthjax Outdoor Challenge group! #flatbrian #rpcjax #rpcyouthjax
Come Be a Lunch Buddy at West Riverside Elementary School! You will be matched up with a student to meet with once a week during lunchtime. You won’t be tutoring, you will be developing a friendship...by playing games, doing crafts, reading books, or just talking. The principal chooses students who could use some positive attention from an adult. There is an online volunteer application that you will need to fill out. We will be starting back the week of September 19, 2022. RPC has about 20 Lunch Buddies right now. But there is waiting list of students hoping to have a Lunch Buddy this school year! For more information, please email Bud Para or Jean Grant-Dooley. ParaBud@gmail.com jeangrantdooley@gmail.com
Flat Brian Challenge 10! Pastor Brian comes from Colorado, a state with no beaches. Show Flat Brian how great the beach is. As always, document your travels with Flat Brian. Whether you go to Paris, Publix, or anywhere in between, send your photos to (904) 274-3470 or communication@rpcjax.org #rpcjax #rpcyouthjax #flatbrian #pcusa
From Montreal to Jacksonville to Denver, Flat Brian had a great week out in the world! Basilicas, backyards, and even his childhood bedroom 😆 Flat Brian is currently taking in the sights at Outdoor Challenge. #rpcjax #rpcyouthjax
Isn’t it funny how a trip just two weeks ago feels like it was months and months ago? We know our youth are missing their time at Montreat! Throwback to a morning hike up Lookout at Montreat. #rpcjax #rpcyouthjax #myc22 #pcusa
Join us for a Blessing of the Backpacks on Sunday, August 7 at 10:30 am worship. Children ages preK to college as well as teachers and other school / administrative staff are invited to bring their backpacks to worship for a blessing for the new school year. #rpcjax #rpcyouthjax
Flat Brian Challenge 9 Summer is a great time for picnics. Take Flat Brian on a picnic (even if it's just in your yard - or in your living room!). As always, document your travels with Flat Brian. Whether you go to Paris, Publix, or anywhere in between, send your photos to (904) 274-3470 or communication@rpcjax.org #rpcjax #rpcyouthjax #flatbrian #pcusa
Flat Brian met many of your pets this week (varying degrees of affection for Flat Brian have been expressed) and even had time for trips to Wyoming and the beach! #rpcjax #flatbrian #pcusa
Summer Book Club - It's a wrap! A story of racial transformation brought together nearly 20 adults over the course of three weeks to participate in Riverside's Summer Book Club. This year's title, "Cousins: Connected through slavery, a Black woman and a White woman discover their past and each other" allowed readers to personally experience the different journeys taken by Phoebe Kilby and Betty Kilby Baldwin to ultimately reach a place of "common grace." Through their authentic storytelling, the participants learned more about generational trauma and the importance of supporting personal healing as part of addressing broad-scale racial injustice. Special thanks to our neighbors at Riverside Park Methodist Church for joining the weekly discussions! First photo: During the Book Club's opening night, members of both Riverside and Park Methodist were excited to welcome their respective traveling pastors (Flat Brian and Portable Pastor Emily) to the group. #rpcjax #pcusa #flatbrian
Thank you for your generosity! We are so proud to support the work of @fonkoze #rpcjax #pcusa #fonkoze #shouldertoshoulder
This past Sunday some of our youth, along with Lauren Scott, led the congregation in a “body prayer” they learned at Montreat Youth Conference the previous week. Thank you, @rpcyouthjax
Challenge #8 Pastor Brian has two dogs. Show us what your own pets think of Flat Brian. Send your photos to (904) 274-3470 or communication@rpcjax.org #rpcjax #flatbrian #pcusa
Challenge 7 gave us a very meta experience with Pastor Brian AND Flat Brian hiking a mountain with our high school youth at Montreat. Thanks for showing us things that seems like a mountain to Flat Brian! #rpcjax #rpcyouthjax #flatbrian
Thank you to @rpcyouthjax for leading us in our weekly devotional while in Montreat this week. #myc22 #rpcjax #rpcyouthjax
Flat Brian Challenge #7 Our youth are in Montreat this week, in the mountains of North Carolina. Since Flat Brian is so short, many things can seem like a mountain to him. Show us one! Send your photos to (904) 274-3470 or communication@rpcjax.org #rpcjax #flatbrian #pcusa #PCUSA #myc22
Flat Brian Challenge 6 was to take a photo of Flat Brian with your favorite American symbol. Thanks to all who submitted photos for this challenge! Challenge 7 will be posted later today (Sunday) and was also in the bulletin this morning. #rpcjax #flatbrian #pcusa
Flat Brian had an active week of travel! In line with this past week's challenge related to camping, Flat Brian spent some time with RPC children at Montgomery Center as well as camp-like activities like hiking, eating, swimming and more! Thanks for sharing your photos of Flat Brian out in the world. As always, document your travels with Flat Brian. Whether you go to Paris, Publix or anywhere in between, send your photos to communication@rpcjax.org #rpcjax #rpcyouthjax #flatbrian #pcusa
Watermelon seed spitting was a hit at the Summer Sizzler. There were many worthy contenders but in the end, Pastor Sunelle took home the title! #rpcjax
The Summer Sizzler was so good it needed more than one post. #rpcjax
The rain couldn’t stop the Summer Sizzler!
Flat Brian Challenge #6 Independence Day is July 4. Take a picture of Flat Brian with your favorite American symbol. Send your photos to (904) 274-3470 or communication@rpcjax.org #rpcjax #flatbrian #pcusa # PCUSA
Throwback to TEN summers ago on Outdoor Challenge! Who can you spot in this photo from ODC 2012?? #tbt #rpcyouthjax #rpcjax
Flat Brian Challenge #5 Some RPC kids are at Camp Montgomery this week. Take a photo of Flat Brian doing something you do at camp - like making s’mores, telling ghost stories, swimming in the lake, or doing arts and crafts. Send your photos to (904) 274-3470 or communication@rpcjax.org #rpcjax #flatbrian #pcusa
Flat Brian Challenge #4 was to take a photo of Flat Brian with your dad, or someone who is like a dad to you. Thanks to all who sent in photos this past week. And, as always, regardless of the challenge, take photos of Flat Brian wherever you go! ps- Check out the last photo to meet Portable Pastor Emily, the pastor at our neighbor church, Riverside Park United Methodist! Challenge #5 will be posted Monday morning. Send your photos to (904) 274-3470 or communication@rpcjax.org #rpcjax #flatbrian #pcusa
VBS week was so much fun! Thank you to all of our volunteers and staff for making it such a great week to be kind, be loved, be you. 💛💗🧡 #rpcjax #rpcyouthjax @rpcyouthjax
Many worship-goers folded origami doves to contribute to the Pentecost art installation. We are so grateful for the leadership of Kathy Stark to include so many in these beautiful installations! #rpcjax #pentecost #pcusa #liturgicalart
There's something for everyone at Riverside's Summer Sizzler! Kids and families can enjoy an inflatable water slide and watermelon seed spitting contest on the sports field from 4:00 to 6:00. Our traditional Patriotic Concert, featuring the Bold City Brass, will begin at 5:00. We'll all gather in Kissling Hall for a fried chicken dinner at 6:00, and then the youth will meet in the Youth House for a pre-Montreat icebreaker. 4:00 - 6:00 Rice Sports Field Inflatable Water Slide, Watermelon Seed Spitting Contest 5:00 Sanctuary Patriotic Concert 5:00 Youth House Pre Montreat Trip Icebreaker 6:00 Kissling Auditorium Fried Chicken Dinner #rpcjax
Many Riversiders attended the "Race Cards" hosted by Riverside Park United Methodist Church (next door) a few weeks ago. Race Cards goal? "...to facilitate honest, authentic discussion around race in a way that is accessible to everyone." Learn more about the Race Cards at 904ward.org/racecards/ #rpcjax @904wardjax
Today is Juneteenth (Freedom Day), the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. It was on June 19, 1865 that Union soldiers, led by Maj. Gen Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston with news that the war had ended and that the enslaved were now free. Juneteenth was established as a federal holiday in 2021. In observance of this important holiday, our office will be closed today. We will reopen on Tuesday, June 21 at 8:30 am. #rpcjax #pcusa #juneteenth
This past week's Flat Brian Challenge was to show us your favorite way to stay cool with Flat Brian. Flat Brian had a busy week with plenty of travel as well as time staying cool with ice cream and pool time. Reminder, this week's challenge is to take a photo of Flat Brian with your dad or someone who is like a dad to you. Send your photos to (904) 274-3470 or communication@rpcjax.org #rpcjax #flatbrian
Flat Brian Challenge #4 Father’s Day is June 19. Take a photo of Flat Brian with your dad, or someone who is like a dad to you. Send your photos to (904) 274-3470 or communication@rpcjax.org #rpcjax #flatbrian #pcusa
Well that isn't something you see every day... ☠️ This week, our sanctuary is being fumigated to remove our unwelcomed termite guests from the building. Don't worry, the sanctuary will be ready to go before Sunday! This week, Flat Brian had some new outfits made for him and then to round it out, here's a few photos we didn't have room to post last week. Flat Brian visited DESC with our Summer in the City group, a great covered bridge in Indiana and even visited the Session meeting at church last night. ❗️There's just a few more days to get your photos in for this week's challenge: Pastor Brian stays cool by drinking iced coffee. Show us your favorite way to stay cool with Flat Brian. 🧊 ☀️ 🕶 Send your photos to (904) 274-3470 or communication@rpcjax.org #rpcjax #flatbrian
Meatballs & Movies was a blast! People of all ages came for dinner in Bittinger Hall before breaking off for a Montreat meeting, nursery time or to watch The Goonies. Thank you to Windy for such a delicious dinner! #rpcjax #meatballsandmovies #pcusa #rpcyouthjax
Flat Brian Challenge #3 Pastor Brian stays cool by drinking iced coffee. Show us your favorite way to stay cool with Flat Brian. Take a photo of Flat Brian with someone you love. Send your photos to (904) 274-3470 or communication@rpcjax.org
Flat Brian's second week took him all over. Flat Brian... - cooked dinner at Sulzbacher - served with Summer in the City - met new people including people our Riversiders love - attended music class during VBS - watched the jubilee - went to Boone Park with some tiny Riversiders - ate breakfast in Amsterdam - hung out with Michael on RPC's campus - was dropped off at the airport for another adventure Flat Brian Challenge #3 will be posted on social media on Monday! Challenges will also be in the bulletin each Sunday and in the weekly email each Wednesday. As always, document your travels with Flat Brian. Whether you go to Paris, Publix or anywhere in between, send your photos to (904) 274-3470 or communication@rpcjax.org #rpcjax #rpcyouthjax #flatbrian
Child of God, you are welcome here. The month of June is #pridemonth, a time for us to make sure the #LGBTQ community knows they are welcomed, accepted, and loved by God and us. May the abundant love of God be present in each of us today and every day. #rpcjax #pride #pcusa
Be loved. Be kind. Be you. 💛💗🧡 It’s already Day 4 of Vacation Bible School and Summer in the City. It is so wonderful to have our campus full of children, youth volunteers, music, and service. @rpcyouthjax #rpcjax #pcusa #rpcyouthjax
Led by Kathy Stark, the Pentecost doves took flight in the Sanctuary on Saturday evening before Pentecost worship the following morning. Thank you to our installation team for all of your hard work. #rpcjax #pentecost #pcusa #jaxchurch
Flat Brian Challenge #2 This is VBS week! The theme is Compassion Camp: Be Loved, Be Kind, Be You. Take a photo of Flat Brian with someone you love. Send your photos to (904) 274-3470 or communication@rpcjax.org #rpcjax
Pentecost worship 🔥 🕊 06.05.22 #rpcjax #pentecost #pcusa
Flat Brian had a great first week out in the world! He experienced all kinds of leisurely breakfasts (Challenge #1) as well as Memorial Day celebrations, study sessions, hikes and even a central Indiana farm. Keep an eye out for our next post which will have Challenge #2 and, as always, document your travels with Flat Brian. Whether you go to Paris, Publix or anywhere in between, send your photos to (904) 274-3470 or communication@rpcjax.org #rpcjax
The Memorial Day Meet Up - brisket, sweet tea, a wonderful host and a great afternoon with some of our church family!
Flat Brian, Challenge #1 School-age kids long to sleep in during the first week of summer. Take a photo of Flat Brian enjoying a leisurely breakfast. Text photos to (904) 274-3470 or email to communication@rpcjax.org Remember, you can always pick up a Flat Brian in the narthex or in the church office.
Summer can be a tough time to stay connected to our church family. School is out, the sun is hot, and the Jaguars season seems a million years away. If only there was a way to take a little piece of church with you….. Now there is! Introducing Flat Brian, your personal pocket pastor. You can pick up a Flat Brian in the narthex on Sunday mornings or in the church office. You can take Flat Brian on all your summer adventures, whether you’re headed to Paris or Publix. Each week over the summer, we’ll provide a Flat Brian photo challenge for members to complete. Text your snaps to (904) 274-3470 or email them to communication@rpcjax.org and be featured on the church’s social media accounts.
Thank you to all who planned or attended the special weekend with our Haitian visitors from @fonkoze. The reception on Saturday, May 21 and the special Sunday School class on May 22 were a great success! Marie-Claire Dorcely and Rachel Pierre-Champagne were welcomed so graciously by Riverside. Thank you! #rpcjax #fonkoze
We are so proud of this group of newly promoted (to novice) Choristers! Choristers is a free music education for grades 2-6. For more information, please email music@rpcjax.org. #rpcjax #riversidechoristers
Youth musicians on the alto saxophone, baritone saxophone and the organ during our Youth Sunday service. #rpcjax #rpcyouthjax #youthsunday
Join us this Sunday (10:30 am) as we celebrate and promote our Choristers. These Choristers became “Probationers” in the fall of 2021 and spring of 2022. After months of hard work and weekly rehearsals they will be come “Novices.” We hope you will join us as we recognize them during the service. #rpcjax #riversidechoristers
Youth Sunday 2022. #rpcjax #rpcyouthjax #pcusa
The Confirmation Class of 2022. We are so proud of you! #rpcjax #rpcyouthjax @rpcyouthjax #confirmationclass2022 #pcusa
Thank you to our youth for leading us in worship this past Sunday. We are so grateful for you! #rpcjax #pcusa #youthsunday #jaxchurch
See you there? Riversiders is back! Join the Community Life Committee at Riversiders on May 15! All adults are invited to come to this adult potluck on Sunday, May 15 at 5:30 p.m in the Ortega area (hosted by Judy Fackler, address details below). Bring a dish to share and enjoy this time of fellowship! >Nursery for young children will be provided at the church, register here: https://bit.ly/nurserymay15 >Click on this link for the address: https://bit.ly/riversiders
Cold Brew/ hot coffee / a mug of java... Hot or Iced, whatever you call it, we've got it! See you after Sunday worship in Bittinger Hall for caffeine and a catch up. #rpcjax #jaxchurch #coldbrewcoffee #pcusa
See you there? Riversiders is back! Join Windy and Jason at Riversiders on May 15! All adults are invited to come to this adult potluck on Sunday, May 15 at 5:30 p.m in the Ortega area (address details below). Bring a dish to share and enjoy this time of fellowship! >Nursery for young children will be provided at the church, register here: https://bit.ly/nurserymay15 >Click on this link for the address: https://bit.ly/riversiders
We love you and think you're fabulous! Thanks to the Riversiders who helped with race setup and then stood at the RPC table for the @jasmynjax Strides for Pride 5K in Riverside last week. #JASMYN #rpcjax #pcusa #welovejax #5pointsjax
Young Adult Salad Night SUCCESS. The success being a wonderful group of people, a gorgeous evening / location and, not one repeat salad for our potluck-style meal! The next young adult event will be on May 21. More info will be shared soon. #rpcjax #pcusa #youngadultpotluck #jaxchurch
A few weeks ago, Riversiders were given the opportunity to write a note of prayer, encouragement and support to Ukrainians. These will be given to Ukrainian refugees through a contact the church has through RPDS. Many of you have asked how you can financially help. If you would like to provide financial support for those affected by the war in Ukraine, there are two ways to give: Donate to the Presbyterian Disaster Assistance Fund. Add a comment to indicate you would like your donations to go to Ukraine. Go to: pma.pcusa.org/donate/make-a-gift/gift-info/DR000156/ Give directly to Ukrainian refugees through a contact the church has through RPDS. This money will go to refugees as they cross the border into Romania to help with basic needs, like clothing, gas, food etc. Go to: onrealm.org/rpcjax/-/form/give/now and change "Fund" to "Ukraine Relief Fund." #ukrainerelief #rpcjax #pcusa #pda #presbyteriandisasterassistance
Palm Sunday Processional #rpcjax #palmsunday #pcusa
Moments before the palm processional this past Sunday! #rpcjax #pcusa #palmsunday
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Confirmation Class for 8th Graders

9:30 -10:15 am in Education Building

Class dates - 

Jan 23, 30, Feb 6, 13, 27, Mar 20, 27

Apr 3, 10, 24, May 1

Confirmation Breakfast is on May 15 in Kissling Hall

For our 8th Graders. We believe Confirmation Class is an important part of our adolescent's faith journey. It is a place to learn, to ask questions and to be joined on the journey of faith by adult teachers and mentors. At the end of this class there is an option to join the church. When the class does not meet, the 8th graders can attend the Youth Class in the Youth House. 


September 2025

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OFFICE CLOSED-LABOR DAY

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7pm Adult Children of Alcoholics Meeting

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6pm Handbell Choir Rehearsal

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11am Adult Children of Alcoholics Meeting

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9am Rally Day - Fall Kickoff: Breakfast and Campus-Wide Activities

11:30am Church Tour

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7pm Adult Children of Alcoholics Meeting

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4:30pm Connections Committee

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11am Adult Children of Alcoholics Meeting

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7pm Adult Children of Alcoholics Meeting

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6pm Handbell Choir Rehearsal

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6pm Riversiders

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