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Welcome to The River!

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 Small Group, or serving, contact our Director of Connections and Small Groups at leslie@hittheriver.com for more information.

Are you wanting to grow in your Spiritual journey?

Would you like to get to know others better? The River Church is committed to helping others grow in their faith and developing deeper connections with others. Our small groups are a great way to do this. We have groups for all ages and stages of life. They meet at different days and times to help provide an opportunity that can fit your schedule.

We are looking to grow our groups. If you are interested in joining a new group please contact Leslie Stone, our Director of Small Groups & Connections at leslie@hittheriver.com.

Upcoming Events at The River

March 15 - Breakout & Build Night
Breakout & Build is a night created for both middle school and high school students to come together — and then intentionally grow within their own stage of life. This night is slightly longer than normal youth group time, we will meet from 6:00 - 8:00 PM
We’ll break out into middle school and high school groups so each group can spend focused time together through games, worship, teaching, and real conversations! High schoolers are bringing the snacks this month. If you have any questions, feel free to email Ty@Hittheriver.com.

March 18 - Toddler Open Play
On the first and third Wednesday morning of each month, our Toddler and Nursery classrooms will be available for drop-in style play, fellowship, and fun! Invite friends and neighbors to join you and your kids for some play at church! This is a non-staffed, parent stay style program. When you arrive at The River for open play, simply enter the "West Entrance" doors, ring the doorbell, and a staff member will let you in!

March 28 - River Youth Serve Day
We’re excited to share that our River Church Youth Group will be serving together for our upcoming Service Day at Matthew 25 Ministries! During our time there, we will be helping however we can — sorting food, stocking shelves, cleaning, and serving in any way that is needed. It’s a great opportunity to serve our community and be the hands and feet of Jesus together!
Details are below:
Date: Saturday, March 28
Meeting Location: Matthew 25 Ministries
Transportation: Please find a ride to meet us @ Matthew 25 Ministries
Service Time: 11am-1pm (you can show up late!)

March 29 - River Youth Hosting Easter Egg Hunt
River Youth students are invited to help host an Easter Egg Hunt in Pastor Ty’s neighborhood (Lanes Landing) on Sunday, March 29. Students should arrive at 2:00 PM to help set up. The Egg Hunt will take place from 3:00–4:00 PM at 5234 Autumn Oak Dr, Liberty Township, OH 45044. Food and snacks will be provided for all students who come to help make this a fun event for the neighborhood kids! Sign up at HitTheRiver.com.

Following the Egg Hunt....
Students are invited to join us for a fun Game Night on Sunday, March 29 from 5:00–7:00 PM at The River Church. It will be a great evening of games, laughter, and time together with friends. Food and snacks will be provided, so just bring yourself and get ready for a fun night with the group. We hope to see you there!

April 5 - Easter Sunday
Join us for Easter Services this year at The River. We will have an 8:00 a.m. service in addition to our normal 9:30 & 11:00 am service times. At the 8:00 am service the nursery and toddler classrooms will be available. All River Kids classes will be open and available for the 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. services.

April 8 - May 20 - Ladies Spring Bible Study
Ladies join us for a bible study this spring. The study is 7 weeks long and will begin on April 8 from 6:30 - 8:00 pm. The study is titled “Heaven” by Jennifer Rothschild. In this 7-session video-based study, Jennifer Rothschild explores the subject of Heaven from a biblical perspective. She will separate what’s true about Heaven from what’s based on legend, media depictions, and hopeful guesses. As you walk through the study, you'll not only gain a deeper understanding of what God has prepared for His children, but also learn how to live with confidence today as you look forward to the glorious unending that awaits. For questions, email Emily Mercer at emilysmercer@gmail.com. Sign up at HitTheRiver.com.

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Following Jesus means choosing Jesus above all.

1. Following Jesus creates division.

Following Jesus means choosing Jesus above all.

1. Following Jesus creates division.
2. Following Jesus requires devotion.

Polycarp, Bishop of Smyrna, 155 A.D.

“Eighty and six years have I served him, and he never did me injury. How then can I blaspheme my King and Savior?”

Following Jesus means choosing Jesus above all.

1. Following Jesus creates division.
2. Following Jesus requires devotion.
3. Following Jesus brings discovery.