October is Pastor Appreciation Month. We are so grateful for our pastors, Joe Velarde and Chris Dean! We are blessed by their hearts for the Lord and for people. Pastor Joe and Pastor Chris both make a meaningful impact on their families and friends, in our church family, and within the community. 

We appreciate them year round, but the elders and the pastoral care team invite you to take the opportunity to be intentional this month in reaching out to Pastor Joe, Pastor Chris, and their wives, Amy Velarde and Sam Dean with a note, text, call, or by sharing in person how grateful you are for them! 

For those interested in giving a love offering to the pastors, any gifts can be given directly to the pastors. (Please note, any gifts would not be tax deductible.)

Tuesday, October 6th: Delivery and bag packing at 9:30am

Wednesday, October 14th: Distribution at 11:00-12:30pm (volunteers arrive at 10:00am)

Saturday, October 24th: Volunteer Bag Packing at 10am

Wednesday, October 18th: Distribution at 11:00am-12:30pm (Volunteers arrive at 10:00am)

If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Tabitha at tabitha@riverbendonline.org or text 484-312-5831

The Open Table will be hosting a Costume Party Friday October 9th from 6:30-9:00pm. The Open Table is a monthly social for adults with special needs. The event is always looking for volunteers to help with set up and clean up - as well as volunteers to just hang and have a fun time with our guests. We also are in need of snack and baked good donations for the event.

To Volunteer: https://riverbendforms.churchcenter.com/registrations/signups/3904107

For Snack and Baked Good Donations email: lisa@riverbendonline.org

To Attend: https://riverbendforms.churchcenter.com/registrations/signups/3904091

Follow The Open Table at facebook.com/TheOpenTableLV

Are you exploring faith? Perhaps, new to a relationship with Jesus? Maybe you’ve already taken steps like baptism? Wherever you are, we want to help you on your journey with Jesus. We’ve created a New Believer Class between services on select Sundays to help support and further equip you.

Classes meet in the Family/Sensory Room behind the Cafe. 

Register here.

Join us for a fun filled afternoon of fellowship, games and prizes at our Bingo and Basket Raffle Fundraiser on October 17th! Your support will enable Riverbend Community Church to host our 11th annual Lehigh Valley Night To Shine, a truly unforgettable prom experience for our guests with special needs and their families. We are so grateful for your support! Please visit our website or reach out to Laura Coates at laura@riverbendonline.org for more details.

We are so excited to celebrate with you as we end our Foundations for the Valley Campaign! 3 Years ago our church launched this campaign as we looked for a new home and this Sunday we are going to celebrate all God has provided Riverbend since we launched the campaign. Come expecting to eat cake, praise the Lord, fellowship with one another, remember the journey, learn the total money we raised, and pray about the future of Riverbend Community Church!

Riverbend 101 is an in-depth look into Riverbend’s beliefs, culture, and ultimate heartbeat.

This 60+ minute class is designed for those who are in step with Riverbend’s vision and are ready to take the next step toward church membership.

In this class, we’ll explore what it means to be a committed part of the Riverbend community — not just as an attendee, but as a vital member of the body of Christ. We’ll unpack how membership provides clarity, accountability, belonging, and a shared call to live out the gospel together.

You’ll learn how Riverbend views biblical community, spiritual growth, leadership, and the mission we’re called to as a church family.

Lunch is provided. Child care is provided upon request. Please register HERE.

The women's walk and talk happens on the first Saturday of the month. Women of all ages and abilities gather at 8:50 a.m. in the church parking lot. Participants will depart the lot for an hour-long walk in the city at 9 a.m.. The walk will conclude back at the parking lot at 10 a.m. While exercise is one of the benefits of the walk, it is not the primary goal. The primary goal is to have conversation and to connect with one another. Getting steps in and gaining an awareness of the community around our church are additional benefits.