Aroma Mums group is dedicated to getting along side mothers and their children.
Our hope is to encourage the well being of mothers and their family's, to enjoy each others company and have a relaxed time together over coffee and fresh home baking.
Riverside Community Church - Welcome to our Family
Families
Aroma Mums
Prayer
Prayer powerfully binds us to our father God, he knows what we have need of before we ask, but we're definitely, specifically told to pray and to ask — not to impress or inform God, but to invite God, so that we might have that fellowship with Him, so that we might grow, and learn to depend upon him and see his kingdom come and will be done.
“In His Presence” is our six weekly prayer meeting at the church.
Also join us for our weekly prayer at Riverside Community Church, 45 Charles Street, Kaiapoi, each Tuesday 12-1 pm.
Whats On
Missions
We are passionate about the final commissioning message of Jesus Christ found in Matthew 28 to go into all the world.
We support all our missionaries with finances, love, prayers and communication.
Local Missionaries
Aroma Mums
At Aroma Mums we are dedicated to getting alongside mothers and their children. Join us for a relaxed time together over coffee and fresh home baking. Tuesdays 10.00 am at Riverside Community Church. For more information, please contact Carol on 021 042 3377
Waimak Open Door
We aim to be available to all in the community who might need a helping hand or just somewhere to visit.
Please join us each week in the back hall at Riverside Church, 9.30 till 2 pm, and enjoy a nice cuppa, something to eat and great conversation.
International Missionaries
Hope Homes
WILLIAM & MORIA THOMPSON with son, Aaron (HOPE HOMES). William and Moira do God’s work in Kenya, heading up Hope Homes, which support and care for 23 orphans. They farm the land around the homes, with the surplus produce being sold to help support Hope Homes. Website: www.hopehomesinternational.org
New Day Uganda
JACKY & HILARY TUMUSIIIME Jacky and Hilary work in Kampala, Uganda. Jacky runs Medical Clinics in the area and Hilary runs Bible Schools. Website: www.facebook.com/newdayuganda
Laos
Partnering with and supporting the local church network in Laos to train the next generation of leaders and achieve their 2030 goals. Please use Riverside church account 03-1585-0002312-00, reference Laos.
Men
We run coffee catchups the first Wednesday (10am) of the month and quarterly events for men at Riverside. Our vision is to build vital relationships, to serve, encourage, and disciple each other.
Life Groups
Life groups are where we learn and grow, serve and love, and experience true community.
Connect in and you’ll discover that life is better together.
Life Group Leaders
Sarah Jarrett
Fortnightly, Tuesdays, 7.15pm
Contact her on 021 0295 1201
Barry and Jeannette Reed
Fortnightly, Wednesdays, 7pm
Contact: 0294 444 475
Sarah Thompson
Fortnightly, Thursdays, 10am
Contact church office: 327 6917
Marlon and Kay Besuyen
Young Families Life Group
Fortnightly during school terms, Wednesdays, 7.30pm
Various Venues
Contact: 03 313 1333
Mobile: 021 0600 522
Aroma Womens Life Group
Fridays Fortnightly, 10am
Various Venues
Contact: Church Office: 03 327 6917
Youth Ages 13-18
Riverside Youth is about young people encountering Jesus, great friendships and awesome memories!
Our team is committed to walking along side youth, equipping and empowering them to make a difference in the lives of others.
Everyone is valued and belongs so come as you are and bring a friend!
Kidz
The Riverside Kidz team love children and consider it a great honour to be serving the children of our church community.
We take great care in presenting Jesus in a way that is fun and relevant. During our weekend church services we provide quality, age specific programs with craft, music and bible teaching.
Parents Room Ages 0-1
Parents with babies under one can enjoy a warm, cozy room. It is equipped with toys, audio feed and viewing window to main auditorium.
Our heart is for you to feel, honoured, loved and connected to others while at this wonderful stage of life.
Pre-Schoolers Ages 2 - 4
Lighthouse is a safe, fun, loving family environment. Your children are a precious gift and we delight in teaching them the word of God in ways that are simple, creative and interactive.
We operate every Sunday morning which enables parents/caregivers to attend the service.
Crossfire Ages 5-12
Crossfire is an interactive, creative and fun program for school aged children.
Children are an important part of our family at Riverside. They are loved and valued.
Our purpose is to teach them how they can encounter God for themselves and have a personal friendship with Jesus. It’s also a great opportunity for your kids to have loads of fun, and build strong Christian friendships.