Meet & Greet is an event designed to allow new comers to meet some key leaders within our community, hear about our story and learn about specific ways to further connect with the Riverbend community. Lunch will be provided!

You can register HERE.

We are having a Child Dedication on May 18th and would love to have you participate! A Baby/Child Dedication is a ceremony in which believing parents, make a commitment before the Lord to submit a child to God's will and to raise that child according to God's Word and God's ways. If you are ready to take the step toward dedicating your child, you can sign up HERE.

If you have any questions at all, please contact Pastor Chris at chris@riverbendonline.org

We are looking forward to Carpenter's Hand's coming in early June to begin work on our new church space. We have a bit more work to do to prepare our new Gathering space which includes ripping out carpet.  If you are available to help on Saturday, May 17th, please email Alyssa at alyssa@riverbendonline.org.  

Join the ladies of Riverbend for a night of fellowship around the fire pit at the home of Bethann Miller. Bring a chair and a snack, if you are able. Please let them know if you will be attending by contacting Monica at monicaandmark@yahoo.com.

We will be having baptisms on Sunday, May 11th during the Gathering. If you are ready to be baptized, you can fill out an application HERE. If you have questions or would like to talk to a Pastor, please email Chris at chris@riverbendonline.org.

Hey grads of 2025! We want to celebrate you! If you graduated from high school, college, or graduate school, let us know what we are celebrating by filling out THIS FORM.

We would also love to share your photo(s) when we celebrate your achievement. If possible, email a baby photo and a recent photo to Chris Dean at chris@riverbendonline.org.

We look forward to celebrating with you!!

Get ready for a night of laughter with comedian David Dean at Riverbend Community Church on Saturday, May 3rd! This FREE event is open to all—no ticket needed. Come enjoy an evening of clean, side-splitting comedy while supporting a great cause. An offering will be received to benefit New Missions, a ministry making a difference in Haiti. We hope to see you there!

Riverbend 101 is an in depth look into Riverbend's beliefs and ultimate heartbeat. This 60+ minute class is intended for those who are in step with Riverbend's vision and would like to take the step toward church membership. Lunch and childcare will be provided. Click HERE to register.

Join us on Sunday, April 20th at 9am or 11am as we celebrate that our Savior is Risen! We will have a petting zoo available in between services.

On Friday, April 18th at 6 PM, Riverbend Community Church will be starting Easter weekend with a Good Friday worship night. We invite you, your family and friends to come join us here at Riverbend as we take time to read scripture, sing songs, and spend time in reflection and prayer. This night will be a powerful reminder of Jesus’ great price paid for us on the cross.

*No childcare is provided.

The boys are getting together for a video/board game hang out at the McDaniel’s house in New Tripoli. Contact Drew at drewjdolan@gmail.com for more details.

The Climb is our youth ministry for students 6th grade through 12th grade. They will meet directly following the 2nd Gathering at the church from 12:30-2:30pm. For questions, please contact Drew Dolan at drewjdolan@gmail.com.

On March 30th we will be having only 1 Gathering. We will be having a family-style Gathering with a shortened message and enjoying brunch together. This will be a time of great fellowship as a church! Consider bringing a dish to share. You can sign up HERE. Please contact Sam at sam@riverbendonline.org with any questions.

We have 2 work dates scheduled:

Saturday, March 22nd from 8:30am-2pm

Tuesday, March 25th from 8:30am-2pm.

We’d love some help painting, cleaning and working on other miscellaneous repairs! Please dress accordingly. Children are welcome but need supervision. Please email Alyssa as alyssa@riverbendonline.org to RSVP.

We are working diligently behind the scenes to get the Certificate of Occupancy and coordinate the various work teams and projects over the coming months.  After evaluating the remaining projects and timelines, we have realized will not be able to begin meeting on Sundays at the new building by March 2nd as planned.  We will continue to communicate our plans as all the behind-the-scenes details fall into place.  

We know a lot of people may have questions regarding this transition and our new space, therefore we have created a space for your to come talk to leaders regarding this move and get your questions answered.  Join Pastor Joe, Alyssa and Hunter this Sunday, February 23rd at 10:15 in the Foundations area.  

The Climb will be painting the new youth room at our future church home in Bethlehem. The Youth will come together and make this space their own! It will be from 10am-12pm. Please contact Drew at drewjdolan@gmail.com for questions.

The Climb is our youth ministry for students 6th grade through 12th grade. They will meet directly following the 2nd Gathering at the church from 12:30-2:30pm. For questions, please contact Drew Dolan at drewjdolan@gmail.com.

Night To Shine is an unforgettable prom night experience centered on God's love for people with special needs, ages 14 and over.

You can click HERE to learn more about the event.

Will you pray with us as the event approaches? This week please be praying for our honored guests and volunteers. In our prayer time we are focusing on Psalm 139:13-14 which says, “For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.”

We are getting excited to make our new church building our home in the New Year. We have set aside 2 dates as “clean out and work days.” We will be renting a dumpster and cleaning out unneeded items, as well as making necessary repairs. This is all hands on deck and we would love your help! If you are willing to help, please RSVP to Eric DeWire at ericdewire@gmail.com.

In an effort to celebrate the season together as a family and to say thank you to those who have served faithfully over this last year, we will be gathering online only on December 29th.  This will give us a chance to catch our breath as a church and prepare for the New Year.  

Teens can explore the neighborhood of our new church home and compete in a scavenger hunt from the Christmas City at Christmastime. Meet at the parking lot of the new church at 81 E North St at 10am. There will be an adult leader to accompany each group during the scavenger hunt. Email Drew Dolan at drewjdolan@gmail.com with questions.

Join us for a heartwarming Christmas Eve celebration at Riverbend Community Church on December 24th! Immerse yourself in the spirit of the season with Christmas songs, a message of hope and inspiration, and a festive photo booth to capture cherished memories! Please note that we will only be providing childcare for PEBBLES age range (6 months to 2 years) during the 3 PM gathering. Let the joy of Christmas fill your hearts as we celebrate together!

Meet & Greet is an event designed to allow new comers to meet some key leaders within our community, hear about our story and learn about specific ways to further connect with the Riverbend community. Lunch will be provided!

You can register HERE.