Church Office Closed Monday, January 21
This Sunday, January 20
8:30 am  Worship with Communion
9:30 am  Sunday School
Sunday School Highlight - Overview of the Gospel of Luke with Rev. John Ragsdale
9:00-11:00 am  Holy Grounds in Bittinger Hall
11: 00 am  Worship

Nursery available all Sunday morning
12:00-2:00 pm  BLAST Girl's Bible Study
5:00-6:30 pm  Youth Group Summer Trip Info Meeting
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Insight Trip to Haiti
February 16-20 

  • Are you ready to see something new?
  • Are you open to learning and stretching a little? 

Join us for Riverside’s educational trip to Haiti where we will see firsthand the wonderful work of our mission partner, Fonkoze. We will meet courageous people who are working hard to bring hope to their families and to Haiti. We will understand more about the conditions that lead to extreme poverty and how real change is possible. Depart on Saturday, February 16 and will return on Wednesday, February 20. Questions? Contact Trip Leader, Breanna Sooter.
Upcoming Special Events and New Groups
JB Scott's Swingin' All Starz Jazz Band
Sunday, January 27, Kissling Hall, 3:00 pm
Chicago Swing/New Orleans style Jazz Ensemble Concert and refreshments in Kissling Hall.
Journey through the Life of Jesus
Sundays February 10- April 21, 9:30 am, location to be determined
Facilitated by Ben McDonald
Rev. Andy Stanley presents the story of Jesus from the day Jesus stepped into history as an adult on the banks of the Jordan River to the morning his grave was discovered empty. This series presents how Jesus came to introduce something new for the world. Bring your questions, doubts, ideas and reexamine well known verses from a fresh perspective.
Riverside Presbyterian Women's Getaway
Saturday February 23-Sunday February 24
Join us for a meaningful getaway at Marywood Retreat Center on the St. John's River. The retreat will be led by Ann Rose, sister of RPC member Dale Child. The retreat theme is  A Personal Journey: Experiencing Grace in our Past, Sacredness in the Present, Hope in our Future.  Cost is $85. Saturday only cost is $30. Scholarship money available. Sign up online or contact Emily Heeg. Click here for more info and to register.
New Women's Small Group
Beginning Monday February 3, 7:00-8:30 pm
A small group of women in their 30's (ish) who gather monthly for a time of fellowship and learning. The group meets the first Monday of each month at a member's house. This group explores how their faith shapes and informs their daily lives. Interested? Call Maribeth Ashley, 904-955-5419.
New Presbyterian Apartments Bible Study
Beginning Monday January 21, 6:30 PM, location at the Apartments to be determined
This group will meet at the Apartments on the third Monday of each month.The group will be studying "God's Promise: I Am with You" led by Jeanette Hoffman and Wendy Mueller. Click here to learn more.
Celebrating the Year of the Organ - Inaugural Concert
February 10 • 5:00 pm in the Sanctuary  
The new pipe organ has been installed, tuned and is in use in worship. On February 10 at 5:00 pm, the Inaugural Concert of the instrument will feature the world-famous young organist Chelsea Chen. We are expecting a crowd and hope that will include many Riverside Presbyterian Church parishioners. It is free and open to the public,
so please plan to attend and bring your friends.
Greeters Needed
From the Worship/Music Council: We need greeters for Sundays at 8:30 am and 11:00 am. You need to be present with a smile, worship bulletin and a , "Hello, nice to see you." You will be done when worship begins. Please step up to help in this New Year. Call Tina at 904-729-5851.
Ongoing Groups and Events
Join us this Sunday for our Summer Info Meeting! 
5:00-6:30 pm in the Youth Building (729 Post St.)
After a brief meal, we will meet to discuss all of our summer trips and programming. Signups for summer trips begin at this meeting! All youth and parents are invited. Get more info at  www.rpcjax.org/learn/youth.
Children and Youth Choir Offered Twice on Sundays
Sundays 9:00-9:30 am and 4:00-5:00 pm beginning agaile, n January 13
Children and youth can join in the choir that meets on Sunday mornings or the Sunday afternoon choir that meets at 4:00 pm. Choirs are led by Mrs. Crumrine.
Young Adult Women's Small Group
Monday January 21, 7:30-9:00 pm
Women in their late 20s and 30s meet biweekly to share about their lives, learn about women of the Bible & pray together. Interested? Jessica 407-488-7886
PRAYER & CARE
Remember those needing our prayers:
Prayer & Care:
Jack Adams (Bill Adams son), Roberta Birch, Tina Burrow, Isabel Chambers (Diane Schwalbe's sister), Claudia Coley's father, Davis Collier, Martha Davis, Chuck Davidson, Jane Estes, Mary Gamble (Susan Smathers' mother), Lockwood Greene (Jane Lockwood's grandson), Winn Hampton (Wade Hampton's son), The Henry Family (RPDS), Doug Hutchins (Denise Brennan's father), Allan Knight, Angela Knight, Joan Madison, Joe Meux, Gunnar Miller (Betsy Miller's husband), John Ormand (Lisa Taylor's brother), Mersida Porcic, Bill Schilling, Carol Schoenberger, Mae & Norm Singletary (Carol Proctor’s parents), Mildred Taylor, Cristy Turner (Anita Jones' niece)
Assisted Living, Nursing Homes, Rehab or Long Term Care (at home or at a facility): Shirley Ballowe, Mary Brown, Margie de Bauernfeind, Gerald Faircloth, Peggy Fannin, Jack & Betty Hazard, Jim Hodge, Norma Hooker, Olive Mahoney, Minerva Mason (Marcy Moody's mother), Velva Moll, Myra Pattishall, Judi Perdue, Dannette Robinson, Bill & Suzanne Tomlinson, Bunny Wilkinson, Ruth Wrenshall