This class focuses on strengthening muscles and increasing range of movement for daily life activities. Participants can use hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles and a SilverSneakers ball. Often a chair is used for seated exercises or standing support. The cost is the same as Yoga—$3 per class unless you are a member of Silver Sneakers, then it is free! Invite your friends and give it a try!!

Questions: Contact Crystal Passmore at 704-960-8265

All of the women of the church are invited and encouraged to be a part of the Presbyterian Women Circle and Bible Studies. We strive to minister to the congregation as a whole and to the women in particular through Bible study, prayer and fellowship. We would love to welcome some new faces to our groups! We meet the first Tuesday of each month.

Questions? Please contact Priscilla Giuliano at 704-706-3203   

Crystal Passmore is the instructor and is certified by Silver Sneakers. If you are a member of Silver Sneakers the class is offered at no charge, if you are not a member of Silver Sneakers the cost is $3 per class. This class is designed for all ages and skill levels. Chairs are available if needed for support! Come and give it a try!

Questions? Please contact Cyndi Conway in the church office at 704-455-2479

We will be participating in the Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child again this year. Boxes are in the vestibule if you haven’t gotten yours yet! You can pack your own box OR donate items for our packing party!

We will bless the boxes during worship service on Sunday, November 11. Please make sure you bring all boxes back by November 11.

Items we can use for the packing party include: small stuffed animals, shoes, jump ropes, yo-yos, toys that light up (with extra batteries), socks, hats, sunglasses, hair clips, jewelry and watches, pens, pencils, crayons, markers, notebooks and paper, coloring books, toothbrushes, bar soap, washcloths, combs.

DO NOT INCLUDE: candy, toothpaste, gum, used or damaged items, war-related items, seeds, food, liquids or lotions, medicines or vitamins, breakable items or glass containers, aerosol cans.

Menu:  Soups, Stews, Salad

We welcome our neighbors and friends to join us on the First Wednesday of the month at 6:00pm for a FREE meal and friendship. Come meet the members of our church and feed your body and your soul.  No RSVP necessary

Questions? Please contact Candice Shepard at 704-778-1278     

Cost:  $5/meal; $15/family maximum

November 7 - Free Community Meal - Soups, Stews, Salad

November 14 - Baked Spaghetti  

November 21 - NO MEAL

November 28 - Mac N Cheese

Please RSVP by signing the friendship pad during Sunday Service or send a quick note to churchadmin@rockyriver.org.   We are happy to share in fellowship with our church and community.  Let us feed your body and soul!

NEW BIBLE STUDY CLASSES BEGIN ON OCTOBER 17TH

The Bible From Scratch - youth- 6:45 pm after dinner

The Bible From Scratch - adults - 6:45 pm after dinner

What’s In the Bible? - children - 6:45 pm after dinner

Please note that this is the last Healing Touch Clinic being offered this year. 

This clinic is available for anyone interested in experiencing a relaxing, 30-minute session to restore your balance and energy. There will be several experienced Healing Touch Practitioners and possibly some students of Healing Touch from the CMC College of Health Sciences available for these sessions.  While there is no charge for the clinic, donations are accepted for the use of the building. Most of the evaluations of previous clinics have rated the experience as a valuable one and most enjoyable.  The clinic is held the second Sunday of each month and is open to the public.  You can read more about Healing Touch at www.healingtouchprogram.com

Questions? Please contact Julia Alexander at 704-455-9753   

Theology on Tap with Neal is held at Vortex Bottle Shop in Harrisburg.

Help and hope as you navigate the Christmas season.

Wondering how you will survive the weeks surrounding Thanksgiving and Christmas?  Are you dreading these holidays, knowing that everything has changed and that happy memories from past years can’t be recreated?   

Our Surviving the Holidays seminar is especially for people who are grieving a loved one’s death. You’ll learn:

     How to deal with the many emotions you’ll face during the holidays .

     What to do about traditions and other coming changes .

     Helpful tips for surviving social events .

     How to discover hope for your future .

Questions: Contact Julia Alexander at 704-455-9753

Game Night has become a fun Friday night tradition at RRPC. Young and old members alike come out to play a friendly game of cards, or their favorite board game. All you have to bring is your favorite game, a snack to share and your competitive spirit! Invite your neighbors and friends for some good clean fun!   

All are welcome!

Questions? Please contact Priscilla Giuliano at 704-706-3203.

The men's breakfast is held the third Sunday of each month at 9:00am.  This is a time for fellowship between the  men (young and old) of the congregation.  The food is great and the company even better.  What a great way to start to your Sunday!  Please join us!

Questions? Please contact Jerry Clark at 704-596-0062 