Welcome to RIVERVIEW

Office hours for Pastor Branch beginning Saturday, December 13, by appointment only.
Saturdays - 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Sundays - 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Church Budget Meeting – Monday, December 8 – 7:00 p.m.

Voices of Riverview Rehearsal – Tuesday, December 9 – 6:30 p.m.

Male Ensemble Rehearsal – Thursday, December 11 – 6:00 p.m.

Riverview Ensemble Rehearsal – Saturday, December 13 - 12:00 p.m.

Romans 16:13
“May the God of hope fill you with all
joy and peace in believing, so that by
the power of the Holy Spirit you may
abound and hope.”
                             Prayer Partner Ministry

The Christian Calendar
Today is the Second Sunday of Advent. (Advent is the preparation of the coming of the Lord. Advent begins on the fourth Sunday before Christmas and ends on the day before Christmas). The color is PURPLE. For this season, it is the color of Royalty.
                                                                                                           Christian Education Ministry

Please join us for Sunday School at 9:30 a.m., conference call and in person.

Bible Study – Wednesdays – 12:00 Noon by Conference Call (202) 926-1127 Access Code
72890 and 7:00 p.m. by click to Zoom or Phone.

Meeting ID: 826 1872 3381 Participant ID: # Passcode: 441841
By Phone: 1-929-205-6099 or 1-301-715-8592

Grief during the holidays? You are invited to attend a gathering, Saturday, December 13 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. exploring “A Different Christmas“. Facilitator: Deacon Pamela Bridgeforth. Light refreshments! Please sign up in the vestibule or contact the church office. Thank you!
                                                                                                                                Deacon Ministry

Annual Sunday School Christmas Program – December 21 – 9:00 a.m. Theme: “Trusting Jesus Who Loves Us”.

Come worship with us during our morning service, Sunday, December 21. Experienced love and excitement as our music ministry presents a Musical Cantata, “Meet Him At The Manger.”

Please join us for our Watch Night Service on Wednesday, December 31, 7:00 p.m. as we give thanks to God for His grace and mercy in 2025, and we seek His Presence and Guidance for 2026. Come and enjoy loving fellowship in a New Year's Eve ‘feast’ following the service.

MINISTERS & MISSIONARIES OFFERING
The Retired Ministers and Missionaries Offering is a way to say “Thank You” to retired ministers and missionaries who have served American Baptist Churches, mission fields, or related organizations for 15 years or more. Give generously to the Ministers and Missionaries Offering!

The Riverview Baptist Church Missionary Ministry will be collecting new or gently used (clean) socks, scarves, hats, and gloves for the homeless population in the city. Please leave them in the box in the vestibule no later than Sunday, December 28. Monetary donations for purchasing the items are also appreciated. Bless someone who is less fortunate this holiday season. #Missionaries Matter

CHURCH TREASURER VACANCY
We are looking for a church treasurer for FY2026. The following skill set is preferred: QuickBooks experience (training will be provided), knowledge of accounting principles, bookkeeping experience, excellent organizational skills, computer skills and math skills. All interested persons should contact the church office and leave their name and contact information or e-mail Bernadine Spencer ASAP. E-mail firstgbs@aol.com.

Riverview, it is that time of the year to review of your medical plan coverage. Medical opening enrollment ends today, December 7. Let us stay healthy.
Social Justice Ministry

You may support Riverview with your Tithes and Offerings by the use of the Givelify App and Zelle. Please use our email address RiverviewBapt@verizon.net to access the Zelle account. Be sure to list where the funds are to be credited.

Attention All Ministry Leaders/Members:
It is time to prepare for the installation of all ministry leaders. Please submit to the church office, no later than Sunday, December 21, a list of your ministry leaders (i.e., President/chairperson, vice president/chairperson, secretary, treasurer, chaplain). In addition, please, include a list of members. If the ministry is no longer active, please indicate that as well. Thank you for your timely cooperation.
                                                                                                       The Nominating Committee

Remember our Sick and Shut-Ins
Arthur Fleming, Jr. - Home
Deacon Emeritus Woodrow Jackson - Home
Ruth Redwood – Home
O’ndre Roane – Home
Ellen Saunders – Home