Tuesday, May 5th: Delivery and bag packing at 9:30am

Wednesday, May 13th: Distribution at 11:00-12:30pm (volunteers arrive at 10:00am)

Saturday, May 23rd: Volunteer Bag Packing at 10am

Wednesday, May 27th: 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

Serve Lehigh Valley and Riverbend Community Church are teaming up to support The Nehemiah Wall, right here in Bethlehem. The Nehemiah Wall is a transitional home for women and children with life-controlling problems (addiction, incarceration, abuse, etc.). Their mission is to provide a secure home where women will be elevated to the level of person-hood. They encourage and teach women how they can obtain a full-time job and maintain a steady home, how to obtain a personal bank account and maintain a good budget, help secure their own housing, and learn to live and function in a society that may be unfamiliar to them. This ministry runs out of an old house with eight bedrooms that can be used by the women and children who come here.

During Serve, we will be painting, replacing doorknobs, and helping to create an updated and homey feel for these families.

We would like to invite Riverbend to provide donations for the ministry. The are seeking things like bedding, towels, paper products, hygiene products, cleaning items, kitchen items and more! To see a full list of items needed, pleaseclick here.‍ ‍

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.

Child dedications are an opportunity for parents to commit themselves to raising their child or children in the ways of the Lord - and for the Riverbend Church Community to commit to loving, supporting and walking with you and your family on this journey.  It is through your example and the church community that these young children get a clearer picture of who Jesus is. 

If you would like to register your child, please sign up HERE.

Please join us for a Family Game Night. You are welcome to bring your own games or just come and learn something new!

Click this link to sign up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfde1BrZ2-lVANjTjVix9hnjsXAImEW0FPpjW73N6VIKd2Wyw/viewform

Families will have the opportunity to learn together on Sunday 5/31. Self guided activities will be provided for families in the gym. Come down and watch a teaching video, play a game, or do some crafts together. No Foundations will be available.

Join us for Faith Night at the Iron Pigs!

Come on out to Coca-Cola Park on Friday, June 5th to see the Lehigh Valley IronPigs take on the Rochester Red Wings! Each ticket purchased will include $2 ballpark credit, which can be used toward the purchase of food, drinks, or merchandise at the team store. Tickets at $16.05 including fees.

First pitch is at 6:45 PM with the gates opening at 5:30 PM.

Get your tickets 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.

For more information, email Rebecca Escott escotts@rcn.com