Sunday Morning Worship

Sunday Morning Worship

December 22, 2024

11:00 AM ET

Preacher: Rev. Adriene Thorne

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December 2024

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Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
1 Sunday Morning Worship: Advent I Sunday Morning Worship: Advent I Whoever you are: You are safe here. You are loved here. You are invited into full participation in our life together. We welcome, affirm, and celebrate all God’s children, LGBTQIA+. Worship of God is at the center of our life at The Riverside Church and our services reflect the diversity of who we are as […] Location Online Time 11:00am - 12:00pm 2024 AdventFest 2024 AdventFest Join us for AdventFest on Sunday, December 1, and make your own Advent wreath! We will supply pine branches, candles, and all the materials—you just need to supply the creativity. There will also be activities for kids and holiday snacks. Even if you don’t think of yourself as “crafty,” this will be a fun event […] Location South Hall Time 12:30pm - 2:00pm	2	3	4 Space for Grace Space for Grace Join us for Space for Grace, a monthly in-person and online gathering featuring Gospel music, prayer, preaching, communion, and more. Dinner at 6:30PM. Space for Grace will occur the Wednesday after Communion Sunday (First Sundays). https://www.youtube.com/embed?listType=playlist&list=PLFcF522N5nEAbo0zRY5tWB9DGmiE56Q19 Location 9T and Online Time 7:00pm - 9:00pm	5	6	7
8 Sunday Morning Worship: Advent II Sunday Morning Worship: Advent II Whoever you are: You are safe here. You are loved here. You are invited into full participation in our life together. We welcome, affirm, and celebrate all God’s children, LGBTQIA+. Worship of God is at the center of our life at The Riverside Church and our services reflect the diversity of who we are as […] Location Online Time 11:00am - 12:00pm Christmas Pageant Christmas Pageant The Christmas Pageant, performed by our Church School students, will take place on Sunday, December 8 during worship. Location Nave & Livestream Time 11:00am - 12:30pm Clara & the Nutcracker: A Christmas Story through Music Clara & the Nutcracker: A Christmas Story through Music Experience a free afternoon of music and holiday magic at Riverside, perfect for children and families! Enjoy inspiring performances by emerging young musicians, unique compositions, and festive activities in a concert designed to ignite a love of music in New York's young people. This special event features live classical, jazz, and contemporary music, along with […] Location 9T Time 1:30pm - 3:00pm Service of Hope and Consolation Service of Hope and Consolation Amidst the Advent season of waiting and hope, join us for our Service of Hope and Consolation. As we share in a time of quiet reflection, Scripture and candle lighting, we remember the light of Christ, who came into our darkness as Emmanuel, God with us. All are invited to gather in community, seeking light, […] Location Christ Chapel Time 2:00pm - 3:00pm 1 more	9	10	11	12	13 The Nutcracker The Nutcracker Join us for The Nutcracker, a beloved holiday classic presented by Mooney/Cooley Dance and The Riverside Church! After receiving the gift of a beloved nutcracker from her Uncle Drosselmeyer, the magic of this timeless ballet begins! Dolls come to life, battles ensue, and Clara travels through the Land of the Snowflakes to meet the Sugarplum […] Location Riverside Theatre Time 7:00pm - 9:00pm	14 The Nutcracker The Nutcracker Join us for The Nutcracker, a beloved holiday classic presented by Mooney/Cooley Dance and The Riverside Church! After receiving the gift of a beloved nutcracker from her Uncle Drosselmeyer, the magic of this timeless ballet begins! Dolls come to life, battles ensue, and Clara travels through the Land of the Snowflakes to meet the Sugarplum […] Location Riverside Theatre Time 2:00pm - 4:00pm Maranatha Christmas Celebration with a Purpose Maranatha Christmas Celebration with a Purpose Maranatha Annual Christmas Celebration with a Purpose Saturday, December 14th \| 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM \| Room 9T Come celebrate the season with us at the Maranatha Annual Christmas Celebration with a Purpose! Enjoy a festive evening filled with delicious dinner, live entertainment, DJ music, dancing, carol singing, and great fellowship in a warm […] Location 9T Time 6:00pm - 10:00pm
15 Sunday Morning Worship: Advent III Sunday Morning Worship: Advent III Whoever you are: You are safe here. You are loved here. You are invited into full participation in our life together. We welcome, affirm, and celebrate all God’s children, LGBTQIA+. Worship of God is at the center of our life at The Riverside Church and our services reflect the diversity of who we are as […] Location Online Time 11:00am - 12:00pm The Nutcracker The Nutcracker Join us for The Nutcracker, a beloved holiday classic presented by Mooney/Cooley Dance and The Riverside Church! After receiving the gift of a beloved nutcracker from her Uncle Drosselmeyer, the magic of this timeless ballet begins! Dolls come to life, battles ensue, and Clara travels through the Land of the Snowflakes to meet the Sugarplum […] Location Riverside Theatre Time 1:00pm - 3:00pm Candlelight Carol Festival Candlelight Carol Festival This longstanding tradition has become an essential part of Christmas in New York City. This service of music and light combines carillon, organ, harp, and all the choirs of The Riverside Church, culminating in a ritual sharing of candlelight illuminating the nave. The Candlelight Carol Festival will take place in person at The Riverside Church […] Location Nave & Livestream Time 4:00pm - 6:30pm	16	17	18	19	20	21
22 Sunday Morning Worship: Advent IV Sunday Morning Worship: Advent IV Whoever you are: You are safe here. You are loved here. You are invited into full participation in our life together. We welcome, affirm, and celebrate all God’s children, LGBTQIA+. Worship of God is at the center of our life at The Riverside Church and our services reflect the diversity of who we are as […] Location Online Time 11:00am - 12:00pm	23	24 Christmas Eve Service for Children & Families Christmas Eve Service for Children & Families Join us on December 24 at 4:00 PM in the Nave and online for our Christmas Eve Children and Families Service. This festive and interactive service is designed for children, families, and all who embrace the joy of Christmas. Together, we’ll celebrate the birth of Jesus with storytelling, carols, and a warm, family-friendly worship experience. […] Location Nave & Online Time 4:00pm - 5:30pm Christmas Eve Service of Lessons & Carols Christmas Eve Service of Lessons & Carols Join us on December 24 at 4:00 PM in the Nave and online for our Christmas Eve Lessons and Carols Service. This cherished tradition offers a beautiful opportunity to celebrate the birth of Christ through Scripture readings, timeless carols, and inspiring music. The service will feature a mix of choral performances, congregational singing, and moments […] Location Nave & Online Time 7:00pm - 9:00pm	25	26	27	28
29 Sunday Morning Worship: First Sunday After Christmas Sunday Morning Worship: First Sunday After Christmas Whoever you are: You are safe here. You are loved here. You are invited into full participation in our life together. We welcome, affirm, and celebrate all God’s children, LGBTQIA+. Worship of God is at the center of our life at The Riverside Church and our services reflect the diversity of who we are as […] Location Online Time 11:00am - 12:00pm	30	31

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