Find what you need
As a church, we want to play our part in serving those in our community who might need some practical support.
For more information or to refer yourself or someone to any of the initiatives below, click one below.
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Explore the big questions of life and the Christian faith in a friendly, open and informal environment.
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Every single Sunday + Christmas Day, join us for a free hot meal at Riverside House at 1pm. No need to book or bring anything.
Vegan and vegetarian options are available.
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Real Riverside Football Club is for adult players with all abilities aged 16 and upwards, and welcomes players from Christian, non-faith, and other faith backgrounds. If you would like to know more, please contact us.
Contact Us:
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Riverside Academy is a gap-year for 18-30yr olds who want to give a year to grow and discover God’s purpose for their lives. It is a life-changing year to grow in faith, character & grace, and explore what life serving God in a church is really like.
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Riverside Money Advice offers free, confidential and independent budgeting and debt advice and practical help to escape debt.
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For a small weekly subscription of £5, members of the Riverside Pantry can purchase a weekly food shop including fresh fruit and vegetables and family favourites to stock up the cupboard and fridge.
Opening times:
Thursday: 10.00am - 12.00noon
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Riverside Performing Arts is a theatre company passionate about using storytelling to share a message of hope.
Discover innovative drama and workshop packages for children and young people.
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We provide safe, well-equipped and caring environments in which to help your children grow, and discover something of God’s love for them. All of our children’s groups are led by fully trained children’s workers who are DBS cleared in accordance with our Safeguarding Policy.
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The Well is women’s drop-in, where we have craft and Bible storytelling on Wednesdays (term time), 11-1pm.
219 Mary street, B12 9RN.
We warmly welcome women of all faiths and backgrounds to join us for an opportunity to be creative, learn new crafting skills, make friends, and share stories. Enjoy homemade refreshments, build meaningful connections, and experience the power of friendship and prayer in a supportive and welcoming environment.
Contact Us
Mel Lynch: mell@riverside-church.org.uk
Interested in joining a team?
Our teams are always looking for volunteers. Find out more about all of our teams and register your interest.
Pantry Drop-off
Every second Sunday of the month, you can drop non-perishable goods off at Riverside House, which will be used by Riverside Pantry.
Next drop-off: Sunday, 9 Feb
Current needs: Tinned fruit, jam, tinned fish, tea bags, hand soap, cereal, spices, vegetable oil
Partnership initiatives
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Open Doors
Open Doors prays for persecuted Christians around the world. Learn more about their initiative and how you can join the global Church in praying.
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Home for Good · Who Cares?
Join thousands of people who are actively praying for the children and young people in need of safe and stable homes. Learn more about this initiative on the Home for Good website or by contacting Riverside's representative, Kirsty McLachlan.
