The River Church Community

Announcements from Sunday December 13, 2009

Christmas Eve Party

You’re invited to...The River’s 4th annual Christmas Eve Celebration!

Join us on Thursday, December 24th for an afternoon celebration designed for the whole family - young and old, marrieds and singles. We will sing carols, enjoy Christmas desserts, and participate in a hands-on activity designed to help us remember the journey to Bethlehem and the miracle of Jesus’ birth in our lives.

When:     Thursday, December 24th, 2 to 4 pm
Where:     The River Ministry Center - 701 North 1st Street, San Jose, CA 95112

Come for the whole time or just stop by and enjoy some desserts with your friends at The River.

RSVP:  You can sign-up on our website or by contacting . Sign-up is not required, but greatly appreciated as we plan for food.

Giving Opportunities

• Giving Catalog online – a way to bless our local and international partners.  See River Invitation card below.
• Mistletoe – support the youth. On sale by the Connecting Tables.
• Force of the Spirit book – support a friend of The River through this photography book designed to draw people closer to Scripture. Also on sale at the Connecting Table.  More information on the River Invitation cards below.

River Invitation Cards from Sunday December 13, 2009

Christmas Eve Party

See announcements above

Giving Catalog

This holiday season you have an opportunity to give to all of our River Partners both here and abroad.  The Giving Catalog is meant to be an easy way for you to learn more about and support ministries that The River is both relationally and financially connected to.  To learn more, take a look online at:

http://www.the-river.org/compassion-ministry/christmas-catalog-2009/

A Note on Year-End Giving Statements

This year, as per IRS guidelines, The River will be sending year-end giving statements for donors who have donated over $250 during the calendar year to The River.  If you have donated less than this amount and still would like a copy of your giving statement sent to you, please contact Dave Kwok at or 408-252-5500 x104 and specify whether you would like the statement emailed or mailed to you.

Also, if you have recently changed addresses and want to ensure that a giving statement is sent to the correct address, please send Dave your current updated address.

Thank you for your generosity towards God's work at The River!