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You're invited.
Join us on Christmas Eve as we gather together to celebrate the birth and arrival of our Lord Jesus Christ. From the moment humanity hid in the garden, God has been on the move—coming after His people, entering their pain, and inviting them into His mission. Advent is not just about waiting for God to come, but recognizing that He already has—and He’s still moving!
This year we have 3 gathering times: 1:00pm, 3:00pm, and 5:00pm
Celebrate throughout the Christmas season with us.
We know calendars can fill up quickly during the holidays, so here are a few upcoming events your family can be a part of this year in addition to our Christmas Eve gatherings.
Sunday, December 7th
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Friday,December 19th
Come exactly how you are.
We don't have a dress code. Whether you're coming straight from work, or everyone's dressed fancy for the family picture, Riverside is pretty casual. We aren't concerned with outward appearances but focused on inward transformations.
Come early and enjoy time with others, sweet treats, hot cocoa or coffee, and take pictures at the photo booth.
Each gathering is about 1 hour, including time of worship, and a Christmas message from our Lead Pastor, John Hinkebein. Finally, one of our traditions is the lighting of the candles and singing Silent Night together as we remember God coming to us through His Son, Jesus.
Register your kids before you come.
This year we are offering childcare during each of our Christmas Eve services at 1PM, 3PM, and 5PM. Spots are limited for our space and volunteer teams, so please register for which service you are planning on attending ASAP to help us better prepare.
Childcare is available for kids ages birth through 5 years old, and e will have an activity for the older ones to do in service.
Ways you can help us serve.
Looking for ways to help out for our Christmas Eve gatherings? We’ve got several different opportunities that range from baking treats in advance, serving on the hospitality team and parking lot team, or playing with kids in the nursery. Click this link to take a look at the options for you to join us in welcoming others this year.