Our Weekend Services
Church can be an intimidating place to visit — especially if you don’t know what to expect. We invite you to experience what the gospel means both intellectually and relationally at one of our Sunday worship services. You can engage with others as much as you want, or remain anonymous if you prefer. We hope that through visiting with us, you will experience the hope, love and joy that comes from a community of people who love Jesus.
Authentic Worship
We look for God’s love in our lives as the evidence that we have been truly worshipping Him. At Riverside, worship is central to everything. Worship means learning to recognize God’s goodness while delighting to deepen in our responses. It means purposing together, as individuals and as a community, to unite our actions, intentions, and emotions in loving response to God. It means transforming the ways we think so that what we do and who we are become one—in, for, through, and to the Father, Son, and Spirit.
Teaching from Scripture
We believe that practical, relevant teaching is the catalyst for transformation in an individual's life. Scripture is inspired by God, completely accurate and our authority regarding Christian beliefs and the guide for Christian living. We value Scripture—the Bible—as the basis for understanding who God is and how to orient our lives fully around Him. You can expect that each Sunday morning will include a set-aside time for hearing from Scripture, as well as practical teaching surrounding God's Word.
First time at Riverside?
We know that attending a church service for the first time can be a super scary thing... Being unsure of what the dress, culture or even when to stand up and sit down can be a weirdly paralyzing thought! At Riverside, you can expect friendly and authentic people, engaging and relevant music and worship, compelling preaching from the Bible, and an opportunity to encounter God. You will be encouraged and maybe even challenged.
If you are a first-time Visitor, we'd love to get to know you better. Please complete our Guest Form so that our pastor can follow up.
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First Time FAQ
Our worship service begins at 10:30am on Sunday. W we like to show up early for small group bible studies and fellowship. The youth and children's groups (grades 1 - 12), as well as adult groups, begin at 9:15am. Childcare is provided for newborns - kindergarten during these classes.
We are located at 1919 Highway 52, Helena, Al, 35080. Enter through the front doors and we will welcome you and guide you to a small group or the Sanctuary for Worship.
Dress is casual. Guys will wear jeans, slacks, polos and button-downs, some a suit and tie. Ladies wear skirts, pants or jeans. Depending on the weather and your mood - come as you are!
On Sunday mornings Babies - 12th grade meet at 9:15 am for their own time of study. They are divided by age Babies -Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary and Middle/High School. Each age group meets in a separate room with age-appropriate surroundings and supervision.
During the worship service, we welcome all kids to participate. However, we offer nursery/childcare for babies, toddlers and preschool during the whole service. After the service, a parent or authorized pick up person will need to come to the Sunday School room to get each child. A registration table is available in front of each classroom, and a Riverside staff member or volunteer can assist you in checking your child into/out of each class, locating your child's class, or answering your questions.
We have many Wednesday Bible studies for all ages, some Sunday evening Dinner & Discipleships, and other small groups that meet throughout the year. Contact the church office for help in finding a way to get involved. 205-426-1910
If you miss him after worship, contact the church office to arrange a time, 205-426-1910, he would love to meet you!
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