Dear Riverside, this holiday season has flown by! This Sunday is Christmas, a day that many of us pause to honor the birth of Jesus and to remember that God-With-Us rings true even when we can't feel it or see it clearly. God has truly been with us through perilous times and joyous times.

Many among and surrounding us are hurting. The pain is pervasive and as we sing about "tidings of comfort and joy" this week, may we do our best to be present for those who may not feel comfort or joy so easily. May we remember our call to be community with each other. May we--as the hands and feet of God--be God With Us, for us, by us.

There are 2 ways to join us on Christmas Sunday!
Virtual Christmas Service will air on Youtube at 10 AM
 Rev. Mia will be at the church on Christmas morning from 10-11 AM to share a word, coffee, and refreshments with anyone who wishes to stop by in-person. 

(In-person: masks required unless eating or drinking)

I'm wishing you a holiday full of rest, comfort and joy.
Prayerfully,
Rev. Mia 

Here at Riverside DC, we welcome new members into our community quarterly at our congregational meeting. Being a member at Riverside is not about following a creed or requiring you to be baptized or give a certain amount of money. Membership here is about community. We want to walk with you through the many seasons of your life, and for you feel like this place is home. And we want you to walk with us--to change us for the better, and to help us carry out Jesus' mission of liberation.

At Riverside, our one law is love of God and neighbor.  Justice matters, so we celebrate gender equality, racial diversity, and inclusion of all persons no matter their sexual orientation or gender identity. We draw the circle of God’s love large. You’re included.

Our next congregational meeting is Sunday, January 29, 2023.

New here and want to know more about us?

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