Upcoming Events
Community Thanksgiving Food Boxes
Nov 1–15: Community Thanksgiving Food Boxes – This year, The River is partnering with several area churches to support families in need. We are collecting 200 cans of corn, peas, or carrots, as well as 100 individually wrapped homemade cookies. A sign-up sheet is available at the welcome desk, and forms are located in the foyer if you know a family in need of a box. Please see Janelle McEwen or Gem Lawrence for more information.
Operation Christmas Child
Nov 1–20: Operation Christmas Child Boxes – Please be sure to grab a box along with a label from the foyer. Filled boxes are due back no later than Friday, November 20. Please complete the label, tape it to the box, and place your postage money inside. See Pastor Nancy for more info.
River Men
Nov 21: River Men – Family Fun Lanes and Roca Azul Restaurant in Bangor. The cost for bowling is $10, plus lunch. See Matt McEwen for more info, or sign up at the welcome desk in the foyer.
Impact Youth Pie Auction
November 22 - Impact Youth Thanksgiving Pie Silent Auction- We are in need of donated homemade pies. Sign-up sheet is available at the welcome desk.
Marriage Class
Please join us for a Marriage Ministry Class directly following service in the fellowship hall. See Eric or Michelle Rollins for more info
Family Fall Festival & Chili-Cook Off
This is a night of fun for the whole family! Games! Prizes! Caramel Apple Station! Face Painting! Outdoor Movie! and of course our Chili Cook-off! See the sign up sheet at the welcome desk to enter your award winning chili!. Make plans to be there!
Missions Sunday & Raise the Roof Fundraiser
Several Missionaries from across the nations will be with us.
Raise the Roof - Help us raise $7,500 to put a new roof on the Miago Church, the very first church planted in the Philippines by Sea to Sea Ministries! This campaign will run through December 31. Our goal is 75 gifts of $100. As each $100 is raised, we’ll fill in another section of the roof and watch our progress together!
Mens Paintball
Paintball Men's Event I Maine Military, Holden. The cost is $25. This includes all of your equipment and paintballs. Payment is due by Wednesday, Oct 14. Checks made payable to The River. You must sign up to attend this event. See welcome desk.
Impact Youth
Impact Youth are going to be attending a night maze at Treworgy Family Orchard. This event is $15 a person and open to all who are from 6th-12th Grade. RSVP and payment is due by October 14. See Pastors Josh or Keisha Bradley for more information.
Discipleship Conference with Joanne Moody
Get ready to dive deep into the world of discipleship at The River Church - this conference will ignite your passion for growth!
Click the link below to Register for free!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/discipleship-conference-tickets-1743178256089
Autumn Days at The River
Grab a hot cider, a pumpkin spice coffee or a delicious apple or pumpkin dessert directly after service.
2026 Jesus Reigns
10:00 AM | If you are interested in volunteering or more info see the table set up in the upper foyer.(Sept 16 at 6:00 PM Knowlton Park - special time of prayer for anyone wanting to attend)
River Ladies - Created to Gather
6:00 PM | Hey ladies! This night is for you! Grab your favorite flannel and friend and make plans to join us for a night of crafting, some warm and delicious soups and chowders, and a time of giving thanks!
The Forge - Young Adults
6:00 PM | Young Adults 18-35 $5 covers lane and shoes. B & L Bowling lanes, Brewer. See Pastor Shanon for more info. Sign up sheet in lobby
My Tribe - “Mom’s of the Bible” Study
6:00 PM | Mondays My Tribe, “Moms of the Bible” by Rhonda Stoppe. Lessons from the Fearless, Flawed and Faithful.
River Family BBQ
River Family BBQ under the tent right after service - please see the sign up sheet at the Welcome Table to RSVP. Please bring a side dish to share! Chips, Beverages, and Ice Cream Bars provided.
Back to School Sunday
10:30 AM | A special time of prayer over our kids along with some fun during Kids Church! Gigantic water slide! Bounce House and more!
Impact Youth - Gen Z Turn, Seek, Go
6:00 PM | Gen Z Turn, Seek, Go is a New England Conference, Gill Stadium, Manchester, NH. Please Contact Pastor Joshua and Keisha for more info.
Weds. Evening Study -Power of Evangelism
6:00 PM | Wednesdays Power of Evangelism by John Wimber
Impact Youth at George’s Pond
Aug 29 - Impact Youth Grades 6th-12th - afternoon on Georges Pond Swimming, Kayaking, and more! Van will leave the church at 12pm. Pick up at Shaws available. See Pastors Josh or Keisha for more details and to sign up.
Kineo Ministry Training Center Info Meeting
Kineo Ministry Training Center - If you are interested in hearing more about Kineo or registering for classes please go to the fellowship hall directly after service for an information meeting. See Pastor Nancy for more details.
The Forge - Young Adults
If you are a young adult between the ages of 18-35 this night is for you. We will be meeting at The Village Green downtown Bar Harbor for a time of worship and fellowship. Please see Pastor Shanon for more details.
Maine Glory Gathering
Aug 14th 7pm & Aug 15th 9am - Maine Glory Gathering with guest speaker Dr. Chuck Pierce. Location: Kingdom Life Church, 191 High St. Oakland. If you are interested in going and need a ride, please see Pastor Nancy.
Faith Stage Downeast
Faith Stage Downeast will be putting on the production of 'Ruth' at the Milbridge Theater. Show times will be Aug 8th and 15th at 7pm and Aug 9th and 16th at 3pm. Come on out and support several from our River family as well as this ministry as it shares the gospel to our community. See the flyer in the upper foyer or Director Rachel Ipe for more details.
Impact Youth
August 8 | Impact Youth Grades 6th-12th - 'Ruth' - a Theater production. Milbridge Theater. Van will leave the church at 5:30 PM. Pick up at Shaws available - see Pastors Josh or Keisha for more details and to sign up.
River Men Fellowship, Full Breakfast, Fishing & Kayaking/Boating
8:00 AM | Mens Breakfast & Fishing! Grab your poles or just come for a time of fellowship! 206 Georges Pond Rd., Franklin. Full breakfast and a time for Bible Study, followed by boating/kayaking and fishing on George’s Pond. Sign up sheet available at the Welcome Center. Dad’s, your sons are welcome to join in!
My Tribe Family BBQ/Potluck
5:00 PM | BBQ/Potluck My Tribe is inviting the whole family! Come for a BBQ/Potluck! Please RSVP by July 19th. Sign up at the Welcome Center and bring a food item to share.
Sundays at our Stonington Campus!
10:30 AM | We are excited to announce that our Stonington Campus will be switching to a 10:30 AM service time! Sunday School at 9:30 AM
Impact Youth
Funtown/Splashtown, Saco, ME | This event is open to all 6th-12th graders. The van will be leaving by 7:00 AM. RSVP by July 12th. Cost is $60 per person to get in both parks. Youth will need to bring spending money. See Pastors Keisha or Josh for more details.
Forge Collective Launch!
6:00 PM | Hey young adults between the ages of 18 and 35! You don’t want to miss this. Join us at Hadley Point Beach on MDI as we launch something NEW! and oh so powerful! Bring a lawn chair and your Bible.
Vacation Bible School 2026
Step through the mist into Rainforest Falls, overflowing with wild waterfalls, towering trees, and colorful creatures. Beneath a canopy of chattering birds and howling monkeys, kids plunge into a lifelong adventure of discovering the nature of God. They’ll explore what it means to be rooted in relationship with God, their creator, a safe place in life’s storms.
Fathers Day at the River
10:30 AM | Come celebrate Father’s Day with us at the River! We can’t wait to honor you - Dunkin’ will be on site along with gifts for all the men!
River Men Fellowship, Fishing & BBQ
10:00 AM | Hey Men! Grab your poles or just come for a time of fellowship! 206 Georges Pond Rd., Franklin. A great day on the pond. BBQ served up. See Connect table for more info & to sign up.
My Tribe - Mom’s Night Out
6:00 PM I My Tribe Mom’s Night Out Hey Mom’s! Grab a lawn chair and come gather for a time of Word & fellowship around the fire! Smores too!