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This Week @ RiverLife — September 24, 2023

by | Sep 24, 2023 | Announcements
  • This Morning: Morning Worship Service— Join us in person in our Sanctuary or virtually (on our RiverLife Media YouTube Channel or our RiverLife Media Facebook page) for our morning worship service starting at 10:00 AM. Pastor Byron Wicker will share.
  • This Morning: RiverLife Wilmington— 10:00 AM at 118 Rockledge Rd. in Wilmington. Sunday School is available for ages Pre-K through Elementary during the message.  Email Ryan and Mary [[email protected]] to get on the official mailing list, or follow RLFW on Instagram [@riverlifewilmington] for updates and future meeting locations.
  • Monday: Waffles & Worship (Young Adults)— 6:30 PM at Brian and Jo’s place in Cornelius. Waffles and Worship is a young adult group (from high school up to around age 30) that seeks to create a place for community and fellowship while remembering that we have a greater dream and destiny to pursue as believers. Our meetings consist of a short time of fellowship and waffles starting at 6:30 PM. Then, around 7:00 PM, we transition to a time of worship followed by a Bible study. Finally, we like to wrap up our meetings by praying for and encouraging one another as we face the week ahead. So, if you love waffles and want to build community with other young adults and pursue God alongside fellow believers, come check out our group! Contact Brian Stepanek [704-618-3792] for more details.
  • Monday: Sojourn Women’s Ministry Meeting— Women (ages 18+) are invited to join us from 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM in the Sanctuary for our September gathering with Pam Stevenson. Sojourn is where we set aside our busy schedules to worship, build relationships, pray, fellowship, edify, and encourage, reinforcing our faith and identity. Contact Paula Stark [[email protected]] for more information.
  • Tuesday: Women in the Word— 10:00 AM – 12:00 noon in the Sanctuary. Women in the Word is a Bible study and fellowship group led by Rhonda Bumgarner that meets on Tuesdays. We are about sharing our hearts, developing relationships, and getting into the Word. Everyone is welcome! For more information, please contact Rhonda [704-528-8000 / [email protected]].
  • Tuesday: RiverLife School of Ministry— 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM in the back building. The RiverLife School of Ministry endeavors to train those who have a recognized call of God on their lives for Kingdom ministry within and outside the church through teaching sound doctrine, training in biblical leadership, activation of spiritual gifts, and equipping in preaching ministry. Visit our website for more information.
  • Wednesday: Women’s Intercessory Prayer— 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM in the Sanctuary. We gather for a short time of worship, followed by praying for Pastor Byron’s requests and Holy Spirit-led prayer. Contact Sue [[email protected]] for additional information.
  • Wednesday: Journey through the Living Word— 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM in the Sanctuary. You are invited to join us on a journey through the Bible with the Holy Spirit as our guide! We are halfway through the Bible, and you can still join in. The reading schedule is located on the white desk in the foyer. Text Cindy Baker [828-999-2115] or just come by if you want to join the trek!
  • Wednesday: Tidal Wave (Middle School Youth in Grades 6-8)— 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM in the church’s back building. We desire to create an environment for middle schoolers to grow in their relationship with the Lord, knowledge and love of the Word, spiritual gifts, and worship. We also believe that social interaction is essential for a group of this age and have plenty of opportunities for activities and fun. Contact Stacy [704-763-5389 / [email protected]] for more information.
  • Wednesday: High School Youth— 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM in the church’s back building. Students in grades 9-12 are invited to join us! Email Cory [[email protected]] for details.
  • Thursday: Men of Fire (Men’s Fellowship)— 7:00 PM in the church’s back building. We focus on the Scriptures, prayer, and building one another up. We meet to support all the men in our fellowship and the church at large. Gathering in a small group helps us to develop closer relationships and encourages us to stand together in our walk with Jesus. Contact Tommy McCraw [[email protected]] for more information.
  • Saturday: Dream Boot Camp— 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM. God speaks in dreams, but we must learn to understand His language! Learn how God communicates in dreams and develop an understanding of symbolism and steps in interpretation during this one-day seminar. Bring a lunch and a drink. If you would like to attend but were unable to register before the deadline, please contact Kristen [704-664-3540 / [email protected]].
The Father’s Table provides food assistance to families in our fellowship and community. Food and monetary donations are welcome! For monetary donations, please use our website or app or put “Father’s Table” on the memo line of your gift. Contact Barbara [[email protected] / 704-664-3540, extension #3] if you need food assistance.
September Father’s Table Needs:

Please consider supporting the Father’s Table with a monetary donation or by purchasing any of the following items:

  • Pancake Mix
  • Boxes of Crackers
  • Boxes or Bags of Cereal
  • Loaves of Bread (Fresh or Frozen)
  • Sugar
  • Powdered Milk
  • Canned Tuna
  • Canned Chicken
  • Mayonnaise
  • Pickle Relish

Drop-Offs:  Sundays 10 AM -12:30 PM | Wednesdays 11-11:30 AM | The Foyer
  • Friday, October 6: Draw Near Worship & Encounter Night— 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM in the Sanctuary. You are invited to a night of worship dedicated to the Lord and His presence! Come. Rest in Him; praise Him; open your heart to Him, and pursue His heart. Childcare is available for children ages 2 -5 years old.
  • Saturday, October 14: Church Board Game Night— Let the games begin! We will meet in the back building from 6:00 PM until we’re done. We’ll have plenty of board games, but feel free to bring your own. Please bring a snack to share. This is an event geared toward adults. No childcare is available. Reach out to Cory [[email protected]] with any questions.
  • Sunday, November 5: RiverLife’s 2023 Fall Festival — You are invited to join us on Sunday, November 5, from 1:00 PM – to 5:00 PM at Patterson Farm in Mt. Ulla for our 2023 Fall Festival! Patterson Farm offers a variety of fun Fall activities for the entire family, including a 2.5-acre corn maze, a petting zoo, and hayrides! Get ready to feast at our potluck BBQ lunch! Each family should bring two (2) HOMEMADE sides (such as macaroni & cheese, potato salad, pasta salad, slaw, casseroles, tossed salads, fruit, rolls/bread, etc.). Singles should bring one (1) dessert (such as cookies, pies, brownies, cupcakes, fudge, etc.). This event would not be possible without a team of amazing volunteers! We will need help setting up, serving food, cleaning/packing up, and making cakes for the Cake Walk. Consider how you can help, and prepare to sign up in the coming weeks.
  • Mid-November thru Mid-December 2023: Operation Christmas Child Full-Time Seasonal Work Opportunity— Samaritan’s Purse is looking to hire approximately 500+ Christian men and women to fill full-time paid positions for a four-week project with Operation Christmas Child. Positions include various customer service and warehouse roles (including team coaches, greeters, heavy lifters, Class-A CDL drivers, and forklift operators). This is seasonal employment at the Operation Christmas Child facility in Charlotte. Customer service and warehouse positions pay $20/hour, and Class-A CDL driver positions pay $25/hour. Click the link below to apply.
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