Worship Services

Join Us for Worship

"Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God" (Colossians 3:16) On Sunday mornings, our church family gathers to hear God’s word, to grow in our understanding of God’s will, to experience God’s grace, and to share food and fellowship.

We have Hearing Loop in the sanctuary to assist those with hearing loss.

8:30 am Worship

There is no 8:30 am service on December 15. Join us at 10:30 am for our Lessons and Carols service. 


The 8:30 service is held in the chapel area in the sanctuary (near the front, on the right) and is a smaller, more intimate version of the 10:30 service. Communion is offered every week and there is no choir.

10:30 am Worship

 The Sunday 10:30 am service features our chancel choir, and communion is offered on the first Sunday of the month.

During the 10:30 am service, all children are invited to participate in Faith Sharing with Children. 

After Faith Sharing, children in preschool through 2nd grade are invited to attend Grow in Grace where children "grow in grace" through story, music, and play. Each week, participants focus on a Bible story and learn more about it through storytelling, movement, music, and more!  Participants will be guided to Children’s Church by Nursery staff and returned to the back row of the Sanctuary during the final hymn where they can be picked up.


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Worship and Wonder

First Sundays November 2024–April 2025

8:30–9:15 am in the Sanctuary


Worship and Wonder follows a similar order of worship to Sunday mornings, guided by more creative movement and activities. With particular appeal to children and families, this service is relevant to all ages of worshipers, and all are welcome.

Dinner Church (1st Wednesdays) at 5:30 pm

Please RSVP so we can prepare a meal for you!

November 6 - All Saints Compline


December 4 - Caroling on the Corner


Get a new perspective on worship at Dinner Church! On the first Wednesday of the month, join us at one table in the sanctuary for a worship service that blends liturgy, song, and food. In place of a sermon, we share a meal and discuss the scripture reading. Don’t miss out on this unique worship opportunity. 


Need nursery for children age 0–K? Email emily.heeg@rpcjax.org. 

A Service of Lessons and Carols

Sunday, December 15, 10:30 am (one service only)

Join us for one of the most beloved services of the year, featuring the Riverside Choir accompanied by a string orchestra and the Riverside Handbells. Inspired by the world-famous Festival of Lessons and Carols at Kings College Cambridge, the service will feature anthems and our favorite carols interspersed with the Biblical narrative of the anticipation and birth of Jesus Christ. You won’t want to miss this musical highlight of the season! Be with us in the sanctuary or online at rpcjax.org/live.

Longest Night Service of Healing and Wholeness

December 18, 7:00 pm

A service of healing and wholeness for those navigating a season of grief. In the RPC sanctuary. All are welcome.

December 24, Christmas Eve

 4:00 pm - Family Candlelight Service

 Children can come dressed as one of the characters from the Christmas story or children can choose one of the costumes available in the narthex. Children will be invited to participate as the Christmas story is told. Join us for this very fun and meaningful candlelight service. Nursery available.


7:00 pm Festival Candlelight Service with Brass, Choir, and Extended Prelude

Join us for this festival candlelight service with brass and choir. An additional set of music will commence the service. Holy Communion will be served. The Rev. Lauren Scott preaches. Be with us in the sanctuary or online at rpcjax.org/live. Nursery available.


11:00 pm Contemplative Candlelight Service

Join us for this 11:00 pm candlelight service featuring contemplative music. Holy Communion will be served. The Rev. Lauren Scott preaches.

Carols and Cocoa Worship Service December 29, 10:30 am (one service only)

Join us for carols and Cocoa at 10:30 am for the last worship service of the year! Wear cozy pajamas, drink hot cocoa, coffee, or tea (provided) as we sing carols and reflect on their meaning for our lives. Nursery available.

Staff Contact

The Rev. Dr. Brian Lays

Pastor

Staff Contact

The Rev. Lauren Scott

Associate Pastor for Youth and Families

Staff Contact

The Rev. Dana Riley

Associate Pastor of Community Outreach

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