Riverbend's Sunday (10:30 a.m.) and Wednesday (6:15 p.m.) worship services are live-streamed through the church website (click here) and YouTube (click here).

To enhance the safety of both students and church attenders, two sets of speed bumps, with "slow down" signs, and a crosswalk, have been added on the east-west roadway adjacent to the church building.

They complement two "caution" barriers that were installed a few weeks ago at a couple of must-turn junctions on the church campus. The safety reminder barriers were installed by Les Smith and Andy Johnston.

Photos supplied by Gabriel Martinez

Young Adults 'Worship Night'

This Sunday, August 9, at 6 p.m. at the Underwood home (1528 Oak Forest Drive, Ormond)

Church Family Training ... Sunday, August 16

Youth Center at 5 p.m.

All Riverbenders (members & those pursuing membership) should plan on this regular "Third Sunday" hour together—learning more about the church, plus growing in love toward our Lord and each other through Bible study and prayer. Afterward, we will share a meal together (food is provided). NOTE: If you need childcare for the training time, please call the church office in advance (386-672-1821).

Church family, it’s time to come together and take care of OUR church home! Join us from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a special day of service, fellowship and fun. We’ll be working both inside and outside the building...cleaning, organizing and making sure our space reflects the love and care we have for this place.

But this day isn’t just about physical labor...it’s about community. Whether you’re scrubbing, sweeping, or simply showing up to encourage and connect with others, your presence matters. Even if you’re unable to do heavy lifting, we still want you there to spend time with your church family.

This is an all-family event, so bring the kids, bring a friend and let’s serve together. Lunch will be provided, so come ready to work, laugh, and enjoy time together.

More than 100 Riverbenders, plus a handful of guests, enjoyed a triple-header experience last Thursday.

The free event, sponsored by the church's Senior Adult ministry, included an old-fashioned hymn sing, some tasty ice cream & cookies and a UNO card game competition.

Above: Participants enjoyed the desserts, plus experienced great fellowship

These four senior ladies—(from left) Muffet Kocmanek, Laura Stene, Linda DeBord and Susan Dorner—dished out the goodies. Below: Blakely Brown, a fun time.

Above: Jordan Hargrave (left) & Josh Birkedal used their guitars and voices to lead everyone in singing several old-time hymns in the Youth Center.

A special "thank you" to Arleen Fortson, who designed and built the event's decorations in Fellowship Hall. Her chief assistants: Pat Massebeau & Sandy Leisner.

Below: These five folks (seated) played a competitive round of UNO, a card game, seeking a spot in the finals. Standing is Jacob Giaquinto, who led the team of folks administering the UNO Tournament.

When the group sang Amazing Grace, leader Jordan Hargrave asked them to join hands with the persons beside them and raise the clasped hands during the last verse, reminiscent of what always happened at the conclusion of the Lord's Supper under late Pastor Roy Hargrave. Photo by Rachel Mergener

Young Adult 'Worship Night' —

• This Sunday, August 9, at 6 p.m. at the Underwood home (1528 Oak Forest Drive, Ormond Beach).

Avanté Thursday Morning Worship —

• New leader for this ministry is Milt Mosher, and he is encouraging more Riverbenders to get involved: Thursdays, 10 a.m., Avanté Skilled Nursing Center in Ormond Beach. Contact Milt for more info (click here or call 315-247-0346).

Ministry Leader Needed —

• If you are interested in leading the Thanksgiving Baskets ministry (which now has no leader), please contact the church office (386-672-1821).

Cheap Used Vehicles Needed —

• Riverbender Jocelyn Johnsen is looking for a used, well-running car for a low price. Please contact her at 386-235-8037.
• Riverbend Ministry Intern Josh Birkedal is searching for a car for a friend. If you know of such an availability, please contact him at 386-506-2874.

Summer Kids Club —

• Continues on Wednesdays till further notice ... Children's Wing, 6:15 p.m.

Sundays

9:00 a.m. — Bible Fellowship Groups

10:30 a.m. — Morning Worship

Wednesdays

6:15 p.m. — Mid-Week Worship



Other Regular Weekly Activities

Sundays

Praise Team warm-up, Stage, 8 am

Men's Prayer Time, Fellowship Hall, 8:30 am

Nursery (age 4-under), Children's Wing, 8:45 am

Mondays 

Men's Basketball, Worship Center, 6:30 pm

Wednesdays

Scripture Memory Team (Middle & High School Girls), Room 706B, 5 pm

Student Bible Study, Youth Center, 5:30 pm

Nursery opens (birth to pre-K), Children's Wing, 6 pm

Summer Kids Club, Children's Wing, 6:15 pm

Praise Team Rehearsal, Stage, 7:30 pm

Thursdays

Morning Worship at Avanté Skilled Nursing Center, 10 am

AUGUST

OFFICE

Regular church office hours: Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.

PHONES

Church Office: (386) 672-1821

Riverbend Academy (PreK-12): (386) 615-0986