Sunday 4 January 2026 ‘Moving Forwards in Faith’ We begin 2026 looking ahead, and exploring what it might look like to take steps forwards in our faith in Jesus in the year to come. We’re an intergenerational church made up of people from diverse backgrounds and experiences who believe Jesus is the source of life. Find out more about Riverside Church & plan your visit: riverside-church.org.uk

Sunday 7 December 2025 The not-so secret weapon This week, Nathanael Ballew speaks on Ephesians 6:18-20 part of our Army of Us series. It’s easy to forget the hidden weapon for the battle. Maybe we could remember just how powerful this army really is. We’re an intergenerational church made up of people from diverse backgrounds and experiences who believe Jesus is the source of life. Find out more about Riverside Church & plan your visit: riverside-church.org.uk

Sunday 30 November 2025 ‘How do we fight?’ This week, Tim Chilvers speaks on Ephesians 6:13-17 part of our Army of Us series. Sadly, throughout history, the church has done a lot of harm. But maybe its because the church has picked the wrong weapons. Maybe we should choose some different weapons to fight the good fight? We’re an intergenerational church made up of people from diverse backgrounds and experiences who believe Jesus is the source of life Find out more about Riverside Church & plan your visit: riverside-church.org.uk

Sunday 24 November 2025 ‘What kind of battle?’ This week, Judy Moore speaks on Ephesians 6:10-13 part of our Army of Us series. What battles are you fighting, and why? Maybe we should choose the right battles! And maybe we should remember who we fight with. We’re an intergenerational church made up of people from diverse backgrounds and experiences who believe Jesus is the source of life Find out more about Riverside Church & plan your visit: riverside-church.org.uk

TEACHING SERIES: Fridge Magnet Christianity TITLE: Deuteronomy BY: Tim Chilvers DATE: Sunday 16 November 2025 Bible Passage: Deuteronomy 7:1-6, 16 “You must destroy them totally.” A passage that raises deep ethical and theological questions. How do we approach texts that seem to endorse violence or even genocide? And what can they show us about God’s justice, holiness, and mercy? Welcome: What's true of Riverside Church when we meet together in-person is still true of us online. We are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as his followers across Birmingham and beyond. Riverside is a church made up of people from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences all with one thing in common; our discovery of God and His amazing love. We hope you will feel at home among us and that you will find our weekly services, events and groups welcoming and relevant to your life. Whoever you are, whatever you believe, you're so welcome in this community. To find out more about Riverside Church please visit our website: https://riverside-church.org.uk/ Useful Links: ONLINE (YouTube) - https://www.youtube.com/RiversideChurchBirmingham

TEACHING SERIES: Fridge Magnet Christianity TITLE: Leviticus BY: Sarah Auger DATE: Sunday 9 November 2025 Bible Passage: Leviticus 11 “These are the animals you may eat…” Why does the Old Testament include such detailed food laws and clothing restrictions? We’ll explore their meaning in Israel’s story, and consider whether they have any relevance for us today. Welcome: What's true of Riverside Church when we meet together in-person is still true of us online. We are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as his followers across Birmingham and beyond. Riverside is a church made up of people from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences all with one thing in common; our discovery of God and His amazing love. We hope you will feel at home among us and that you will find our weekly services, events and groups welcoming and relevant to your life. Whoever you are, whatever you believe, you're so welcome in this community. To find out more about Riverside Church please visit our website: https://riverside-church.org.uk/ Useful Links: ONLINE (YouTube) - https://www.youtube.com/RiversideChurchBirmingham

TEACHING SERIES: Fridge Magnet Christianity TITLE: Mark BY: Tim Chilvers DATE: Sunday 2 November 2025 Bible Passage: Mark 10:17-30 “Go, sell everything you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then, come follow me.” How should we view our possessions? So we really have to be willing to give away everything? Welcome: What's true of Riverside Church when we meet together in-person is still true of us online. We are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as his followers across Birmingham and beyond. Riverside is a church made up of people from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences all with one thing in common; our discovery of God and His amazing love. We hope you will feel at home among us and that you will find our weekly services, events and groups welcoming and relevant to your life. Whoever you are, whatever you believe, you're so welcome in this community. To find out more about Riverside Church please visit our website: https://riverside-church.org.uk/ Useful Links: ONLINE (YouTube) - https://www.youtube.com/RiversideChurchBirmingham

TEACHING SERIES: Fridge Magnet Christianity TITLE: Romans BY: Ben Pearson DATE: Sunday 26 October 2025 Bible Passage: Romans 8:28 “In all things God works for the good…” This verse has encouraged countless believers, but it’s often misunderstood. Does it mean everything in life is automatically good? Or is Paul pointing to a deeper assurance of God’s ultimate purposes at work? Welcome: What's true of Riverside Church when we meet together in-person is still true of us online. We are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as his followers across Birmingham and beyond. Riverside is a church made up of people from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences all with one thing in common; our discovery of God and His amazing love. We hope you will feel at home among us and that you will find our weekly services, events and groups welcoming and relevant to your life. Whoever you are, whatever you believe, you're so welcome in this community. To find out more about Riverside Church please visit our website: https://riverside-church.org.uk/ Useful Links: ONLINE (YouTube) - https://www.youtube.com/RiversideChurchBirmingham

TEACHING SERIES: Fridge Magnet Christianity TITLE: Luke BY: Judy Moore DATE: Sunday 19 October 2025 Bible Passage: Luke 14:25-27 “Anyone who does not hate father and mother… cannot be my disciple.” Did Jesus really mean we should hate our families and even ourselves? Together we’ll wrestle with these shocking words and discover what wholehearted discipleship truly looks like. Welcome: What's true of Riverside Church when we meet together in-person is still true of us online. We are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as his followers across Birmingham and beyond. Riverside is a church made up of people from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences all with one thing in common; our discovery of God and His amazing love. We hope you will feel at home among us and that you will find our weekly services, events and groups welcoming and relevant to your life. Whoever you are, whatever you believe, you're so welcome in this community. To find out more about Riverside Church please visit our website: https://riverside-church.org.uk/ Useful Links: ONLINE (YouTube) - https://www.youtube.com/RiversideChurchBirmingham

TEACHING SERIES: Fridge Magnet Christianity TITLE: Genesis BY: Nathanael Ballew DATE: Sunday 12 October 2025 Bible Passage: Genesis 38:1-30 “Come now, let me sleep with you.” A disturbing and often-overlooked story. We’ll face its difficult themes head-on, asking what it reveals about the human heart, God’s purposes, and the need for redemption in even the darkest places. Welcome: What's true of Riverside Church when we meet together in-person is still true of us online. We are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as his followers across Birmingham and beyond. Riverside is a church made up of people from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences all with one thing in common; our discovery of God and His amazing love. We hope you will feel at home among us and that you will find our weekly services, events and groups welcoming and relevant to your life. Whoever you are, whatever you believe, you're so welcome in this community. To find out more about Riverside Church please visit our website: https://riverside-church.org.uk/ Useful Links: ONLINE (YouTube) - https://www.youtube.com/RiversideChurchBirmingham

TEACHING SERIES: Fridge Magnet Christianity TITLE: Philippians BY: Judy Moore DATE: Sunday 5 October 2025 Bible Passage: Philippians 4:13 “I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” A verse often quoted as a motivational boost, but what did Paul really mean? We’ll explore how this passage is less about winning or achieving, and more about finding deep contentment in every circumstance. Welcome: What's true of Riverside Church when we meet together in-person is still true of us online. We are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as his followers across Birmingham and beyond. Riverside is a church made up of people from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences all with one thing in common; our discovery of God and His amazing love. We hope you will feel at home among us and that you will find our weekly services, events and groups welcoming and relevant to your life. Whoever you are, whatever you believe, you're so welcome in this community. To find out more about Riverside Church please visit our website: https://riverside-church.org.uk/ Useful Links: ONLINE (YouTube) - https://www.youtube.com/RiversideChurchBirmingham

TEACHING SERIES: Fridge Magnet Christianity TITLE: Jeremiah BY: Judy Moore DATE: Sunday 28 September 2025 Bible Passage: Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the plans I have for you…” This much-loved verse is often applied to individual success and prosperity. But in its original context, it spoke to a whole community living in exile. What does “hope and a future” mean when life doesn’t go to plan? Welcome: What's true of Riverside Church when we meet together in-person is still true of us online. We are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as his followers across Birmingham and beyond. Riverside is a church made up of people from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences all with one thing in common; our discovery of God and His amazing love. We hope you will feel at home among us and that you will find our weekly services, events and groups welcoming and relevant to your life. Whoever you are, whatever you believe, you're so welcome in this community. To find out more about Riverside Church please visit our website: https://riverside-church.org.uk/ Useful Links: ONLINE (YouTube) - https://www.youtube.com/RiversideChurchBirmingham

TEACHING SERIES: Risked it TITLE: Deeper in our discipleship BY: Tim Chilvers DATE: Sunday 21 September 2025 Bible Passage: Acts 11:19-23 What if following Jesus isn’t about doing more, but daring to remain where the deepest transformation takes place? Welcome: What's true of Riverside Church when we meet together in-person is still true of us online. We are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as his followers across Birmingham and beyond. Riverside is a church made up of people from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences all with one thing in common; our discovery of God and His amazing love. We hope you will feel at home among us and that you will find our weekly services, events and groups welcoming and relevant to your life. Whoever you are, whatever you believe, you're so welcome in this community. To find out more about Riverside Church please visit our website: https://riverside-church.org.uk/ Useful Links: ONLINE (YouTube) - https://www.youtube.com/RiversideChurchBirmingham

TEACHING SERIES: Risked it TITLE: Braver In Our Evangelism BY: Tim Chilvers DATE: Sunday 14 September 2025 Bible Passage: Acts 11:19-23 Everyone loves hearing good news. What could happen if we played our part in being bringers of hope? Welcome: What's true of Riverside Church when we meet together in-person is still true of us online. We are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as his followers across Birmingham and beyond. Riverside is a church made up of people from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences all with one thing in common; our discovery of God and His amazing love. We hope you will feel at home among us and that you will find our weekly services, events and groups welcoming and relevant to your life. Whoever you are, whatever you believe, you're so welcome in this community. To find out more about Riverside Church please visit our website: https://riverside-church.org.uk/ Useful Links: ONLINE (YouTube) - https://www.youtube.com/RiversideChurchBirmingham

TEACHING SERIES: Risked It TITLE: Riskier In our Faith BY: Tim Chilvers DATE: Sunday 7 September 2025 Bible Passage: Matthew 25:14-30 Life involves risk. Will we choose fear that holds us back, or trust that leads to growth? Welcome: What's true of Riverside Church when we meet together in-person is still true of us online. We are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as his followers across Birmingham and beyond. Riverside is a church made up of people from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences all with one thing in common; our discovery of God and His amazing love. We hope you will feel at home among us and that you will find our weekly services, events and groups welcoming and relevant to your life. Whoever you are, whatever you believe, you're so welcome in this community. To find out more about Riverside Church please visit our website: https://riverside-church.org.uk/ Useful Links: ONLINE (YouTube) - https://www.youtube.com/RiversideChurchBirmingham

TEACHING SERIES: Pity the Fool TITLE: David BY: Judy Moore DATE: Sunday 31 August 2025 Bible Passage: 2 Samuel 24:2-4 & 24:8-25 It is foolish to rely on our own achievements to define our success. May we repent once again from this and give all the glory to God. Welcome: What's true of Riverside Church when we meet together in-person is still true of us online. We are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as his followers across Birmingham and beyond. Riverside is a church made up of people from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences all with one thing in common; our discovery of God and His amazing love. We hope you will feel at home among us and that you will find our weekly services, events and groups welcoming and relevant to your life. Whoever you are, whatever you believe, you're so welcome in this community. To find out more about Riverside Church please visit our website: https://riverside-church.org.uk/ Useful Links: ONLINE (YouTube) - https://www.youtube.com/RiversideChurchBirmingham

TEACHING SERIES: Pity the Fool TITLE: Absalom BY: Jenny Barthow DATE: Sunday 24 August 2025 Bible Passage: 2 Samuel 15:1-18 & 15:30-34 It is foolishness to never be satisfied and to try to claw for more. Trust that God gives you what you need and has placed you where you are. Welcome: What's true of Riverside Church when we meet together in-person is still true of us online. We are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as his followers across Birmingham and beyond. Riverside is a church made up of people from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences all with one thing in common; our discovery of God and His amazing love. We hope you will feel at home among us and that you will find our weekly services, events and groups welcoming and relevant to your life. Whoever you are, whatever you believe, you're so welcome in this community. To find out more about Riverside Church please visit our website: https://riverside-church.org.uk/ Useful Links: ONLINE (YouTube) - https://www.youtube.com/RiversideChurchBirmingham

TEACHING SERIES: Pity the Fool TITLE: Nabal BY: Ado Muronzi DATE: Sunday 10 August 2025 Bible Passage: 1 Samuel 25:2-42 How do we invite the Holy Spirit to give us the fruit of gentleness when our foolishness leads us towards anger? Welcome: What's true of Riverside Church when we meet together in-person is still true of us online. We are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as his followers across Birmingham and beyond. Riverside is a church made up of people from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences all with one thing in common; our discovery of God and His amazing love. We hope you will feel at home among us and that you will find our weekly services, events and groups welcoming and relevant to your life. Whoever you are, whatever you believe, you're so welcome in this community. To find out more about Riverside Church please visit our website: https://riverside-church.org.uk/ Useful Links: ONLINE (YouTube) - https://www.youtube.com/RiversideChurchBirmingham

TEACHING SERIES: Pity the Fool TITLE: Saul BY: Andy and Emma Davies DATE: Sunday 10 August 2025 Bible Passage: 1 Samuel 13:1-14 God gives us clear directions through the Bible and puts people around us to keep us from making foolish mistakes. Do we pause to listen to their wisdom and advice? Welcome: What's true of Riverside Church when we meet together in-person is still true of us online. We are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as his followers across Birmingham and beyond. Riverside is a church made up of people from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences all with one thing in common; our discovery of God and His amazing love. We hope you will feel at home among us and that you will find our weekly services, events and groups welcoming and relevant to your life. Whoever you are, whatever you believe, you're so welcome in this community. To find out more about Riverside Church please visit our website: https://riverside-church.org.uk/ Useful Links: ONLINE (YouTube) - https://www.youtube.com/RiversideChurchBirmingham

TEACHING SERIES: Pity the Fool TITLE: Solomon BY: Ben Pearson DATE: Sunday 27 July 2025 Bible Passage: 1 Kings 3:3-15 The wisest person that ever existed still made mistakes. How much more do we need to seek God’s guidance and wisdom in our own lives? Welcome: What's true of Riverside Church when we meet together in-person is still true of us online. We are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as his followers across Birmingham and beyond. Riverside is a church made up of people from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences all with one thing in common; our discovery of God and His amazing love. We hope you will feel at home among us and that you will find our weekly services, events and groups welcoming and relevant to your life. Whoever you are, whatever you believe, you're so welcome in this community. To find out more about Riverside Church please visit our website: https://riverside-church.org.uk/ Useful Links: ONLINE (YouTube) - https://www.youtube.com/RiversideChurchBirmingham