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    On Sunday, June 12, Jeff McLain looked at Matthew 8:18-23, and what it means to respond to God's call on our life with immediacy. Though this passage, we see that truly following Jesus means we must fully count the cost of surrender. Jesus invites us all to follow him, but the cost is often too great for many.

    River Corner Church is a growing church community of everyday people who gather to worship God, follow Jesus, and journey through life together. We gather on Sunday mornings, at 10:00 AM, at 524 River Corner Road in Conestoga, Pennsylvania. Learn more about our growing church community online through our website (www.rivercornerchurch.com) or our Facebook (www.facebook.com/RiverCornerChurch).

    We invite you to gather with us on Sunday mornings at 10:00 AM.

    You are welcome to come as you are, just be you. As a community of everyday people, we want to be a people who live and love like Jesus in the places we live, work, and play.

    If you have a question about something you heard in this message, or you want to learn more about our growing church community, visit us online at www.rivercornerchurch.com.

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    The Rhythm of Prayer (Week 6): God's Protection (Matthew 6:9-13)

    The Rhythm of Prayer (Week 6): God's Protection (Matthew 6:9-13)

    Throughout our series, The Rhythm of Prayer, we will delve into the transformative experience of prayer, focusing on the Lord’s Prayer to cultivate greater intentionality, intimacy, and illumination, seeking a rejuvenated prayer discipline that sustains spiritual renewal and challenges traditional, duty-bound approaches.

    In Week 6, Jeff McLain looked at Matthew 6:13, and how the line "deliver us from evil," reminds us of that there is evil at play in this world and it longs to distract us from God's best for our lives. Through this line in the Lord's Prayer, we realize we cannot resist evil on our own and that we need God's Protection and Deliverance at work in our lives.

    Who we are together.
    River Corner Church is a growing church community of everyday people who gather to worship God, follow Jesus, and journey through life together.

    What we practice together.
    Our small church community is uniquely caring, simple, laid-back, and intergenerational. As a church, we want to be a welcoming, safe, and healing community for those who are seeking, hurting, or need a place to belong. Our practices are contemplative (reflective) charismatic (Spirit-driven), conversational, and informative. The times we share together are intentional and intimate, and a mix between modern and traditional. We want to be a place in which love and honor are lived out, where humility is central, and where hospitality is woven into the threads of our community. There is room at the table.

    When we gather together.
    River Corner Church gathers weekly on Sunday mornings at 10:00 AM to worship and experience God, study the scriptures, journey through life together, and partner with the Holy Spirit. We meet in a simple worship meeting house at 524 River Corner Road in Conestoga, Pennsylvania. You are welcome as you are, just be yourself. There are other times that we hold small groups, events, and more.

    Our Pastoral Leader.
    As the pastor of River Corner Church, Jeff McLain leads our church community and helps others to think differently about Jesus, life, and everything in-between. Jeff also serves as the Director of Pastoral Ministries at Water Street Mission, where he works with those facing homelessness and poverty. Jeff, Katie, and their three wander-filled daughters look to lead quiet lives. Committed to lifelong learning, Jeff is currently pursuing a Doctor of Ministry at Kairos University and completing a Master of Business Administration with a focus on Executive Leadership at City Vision University. These academic pursuits complement the two masters he completed earlier at Fuller Seminary. Jeff has a passion for baseball, boardwalks, beaches, bays, and books, but above all, his greatest joy lies in spending time with his family and guiding our church community on our journey of faith together.

    Learn more about us at rivercornerchurch.com.

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    The Rhythm of Prayer (Week 5): God's Guidance (Matthew 6:9-15)

    The Rhythm of Prayer (Week 5): God's Guidance (Matthew 6:9-15)

    Throughout our series, The Rhythm of Prayer, we will delve into the transformative experience of prayer, focusing on the Lord’s Prayer to cultivate greater intentionality, intimacy, and illumination, seeking a rejuvenated prayer discipline that sustains spiritual renewal and challenges traditional, duty-bound approaches.

    In Week 5, Kevin Bradford looked at Matthew 6:13, and how this line in the Lord's Prayer causes us to intentionally reflect on God's Guidance in our lives. This line reminds us that God desires to guide and shepherd us, to convince us of his goodness and best for our lives. Kevin explores how this prayer puts our feet into the reality of who God is, it is a prayer that shelters us in God and reminds us of who God is.

    Who we are together.
    River Corner Church is a growing church community of everyday people who gather to worship God, follow Jesus, and journey through life together.

    What we practice together.
    Our small church community is uniquely caring, simple, laid-back, and intergenerational. As a church, we want to be a welcoming, safe, and healing community for those who are seeking, hurting, or need a place to belong. Our practices are contemplative (reflective) charismatic (Spirit-driven), conversational, and informative. The times we share together are intentional and intimate, and a mix between modern and traditional. We want to be a place in which love and honor are lived out, where humility is central, and where hospitality is woven into the threads of our community. There is room at the table.

    When we gather together.
    River Corner Church gathers weekly on Sunday mornings at 10:00 AM to worship and experience God, study the scriptures, journey through life together, and partner with the Holy Spirit. We meet in a simple worship meeting house at 524 River Corner Road in Conestoga, Pennsylvania. You are welcome as you are, just be yourself. There are other times that we hold small groups, events, and more.

    Our Pastoral Leader.
    As the pastor of River Corner Church, Jeff McLain leads our church community and helps others to think differently about Jesus, life, and everything in-between. Jeff also serves as the Director of Pastoral Ministries at Water Street Mission, where he works with those facing homelessness and poverty. Jeff, Katie, and their three wander-filled daughters look to lead quiet lives. Committed to lifelong learning, Jeff is currently pursuing a Doctor of Ministry at Kairos University and completing a Master of Business Administration with a focus on Executive Leadership at City Vision University. These academic pursuits complement the two masters he completed earlier at Fuller Seminary. Jeff has a passion for baseball, boardwalks, beaches, bays, and books, but above all, his greatest joy lies in spending time with his family and guiding our church community on our journey of faith together.

    Learn more about us at rivercornerchurch.com.

    Support the show

    The Rhythm of Prayer (Week 4): God's Forgiveness (Matthew 6:9-15)

    The Rhythm of Prayer (Week 4): God's Forgiveness (Matthew 6:9-15)

    Throughout our series, The Rhythm of Prayer, we will delve into the transformative experience of prayer, focusing on the Lord’s Prayer to cultivate greater intentionality, intimacy, and illumination, seeking a rejuvenated prayer discipline that sustains spiritual renewal and challenges traditional, duty-bound approaches.

    In Week 4, Pastor Jeff McLain looked at Matthew 6:13, and how this line in the Lord's Prayer causes us to intentionally reflect on God's Forgiveness in our lives. Through this Line in the Lord's Prayer, Jesus teaches us to reflect on our own forgiveness and extend it to others. We are reminded to release harbored hate and unforgiveness, ensuring our prayers are not hindered by a sense of resentment towards others.

    Who we are together.
    River Corner Church is a growing church community of everyday people who gather to worship God, follow Jesus, and journey through life together.

    What we practice together.
    Our small church community is uniquely caring, simple, laid-back, and intergenerational. As a church, we want to be a welcoming, safe, and healing community for those who are seeking, hurting, or need a place to belong. Our practices are contemplative (reflective) charismatic (Spirit-driven), conversational, and informative. The times we share together are intentional and intimate, and a mix between modern and traditional. We want to be a place in which love and honor are lived out, where humility is central, and where hospitality is woven into the threads of our community. There is room at the table.

    When we gather together.
    River Corner Church gathers weekly on Sunday mornings at 10:00 AM to worship and experience God, study the scriptures, journey through life together, and partner with the Holy Spirit. We meet in a simple worship meeting house at 524 River Corner Road in Conestoga, Pennsylvania. You are welcome as you are, just be yourself. There are other times that we hold small groups, events, and more.

    Our Pastoral Leader.
    As the pastor of River Corner Church, Jeff McLain leads our church community and helps others to think differently about Jesus, life, and everything in-between. Jeff also serves as the Director of Pastoral Ministries at Water Street Mission, where he works with those facing homelessness and poverty. Jeff, Katie, and their three wander-filled daughters look to lead quiet lives. Committed to lifelong learning, Jeff is currently pursuing a Doctor of Ministry at Kairos University and completing a Master of Business Administration with a focus on Executive Leadership at City Vision University. These academic pursuits complement the two masters he completed earlier at Fuller Seminary. Jeff has a passion for baseball, boardwalks, beaches, bays, and books, but above all, his greatest joy lies in spending time with his family and guiding our church community on our journey of faith together.

    Learn more about us at rivercornerchurch.com.

    Support the show

    The Rhythm of Prayer (Week 3): God's Provision (Matthew 6:9-13)

    The Rhythm of Prayer (Week 3): God's Provision (Matthew 6:9-13)

    Throughout our series, The Rhythm of Prayer, we will delve into the transformative experience of prayer, focusing on the Lord’s Prayer to cultivate greater intentionality, intimacy, and illumination, seeking a rejuvenated prayer discipline that sustains spiritual renewal and challenges traditional, duty-bound approaches.

    In Week 3, Pastor Jeff McLain looked at Matthew 6:11, and how this line in the Lord's Prayer causes us to intentionally reflect on God's Provision in our lives. This line from the Lord's Prayer emphasizes dependence on God's provision rather than a mere request for material possessions. We explore the multifaceted nature of God's provision, and we explore how this passage calls believers to continual prayerful dependence on God's unfailing love and wisdom.

    Who we are together.
    River Corner Church is a growing church community of everyday people who gather to worship God, follow Jesus, and journey through life together.

    What we practice together.
    Our small church community is uniquely caring, simple, laid-back, and intergenerational. As a church, we want to be a welcoming, safe, and healing community for those who are seeking, hurting, or need a place to belong. Our practices are contemplative (reflective) charismatic (Spirit-driven), conversational, and informative. The times we share together are intentional and intimate, and a mix between modern and traditional. We want to be a place in which love and honor are lived out, where humility is central, and where hospitality is woven into the threads of our community. There is room at the table.

    When we gather together.
    River Corner Church gathers weekly on Sunday mornings at 10:00 AM to worship and experience God, study the scriptures, journey through life together, and partner with the Holy Spirit. We meet in a simple worship meeting house at 524 River Corner Road in Conestoga, Pennsylvania. You are welcome as you are, just be yourself. There are other times that we hold small groups, events, and more.

    Our Pastoral Leader.
    Jeff McLain has served as our pastoral leader since April 2022. He is currently a doctoral student at Fuller Seminary, where he also has earned two master's degrees - one in Theology and Ministry and another in Leadership. Jeff also holds a Graduate Certificate in Non-profit Management from City Vision University. In addition to serving River Corner Church, Jeff serves full-time as the Director of Pastoral Ministries at Water Street Mission. In addition to over 13 years of pastoral ministry, Jeff has enjoyed event promotion, leadership coaching, blogging, and podcasting. For over 17 years, Jeff has been happily married to Katie. Jeff, Katie, and their three wander-filled daughters are avid fans of road trips, baseball, boardwalks, beaches, and books.

    Learn more about us at rivercornerchurch.com.

    Support the show

    The Rhythm of Prayer (Week 2): God's Kingdom (Matthew 6:5-13)

    The Rhythm of Prayer (Week 2): God's Kingdom (Matthew 6:5-13)

    Throughout our series, The Rhythm of Prayer, we will delve into the transformative experience of prayer, focusing on the Lord’s Prayer to cultivate greater intentionality, intimacy, and illumination, seeking a rejuvenated prayer discipline that sustains spiritual renewal and challenges traditional, duty-bound approaches.

    In Week 2, Pastor Jeff McLain looked at Matthew 6:5-13, and how the Lord's Prayer intentionally focuses on God's Kingdom. Prayers become more effective when we deliberately focus on and reflect upon the Kingdom of God, fostering intimacy with the rule and reign of God that transforms our world and  has a transformative impact on our hearts, characters, outlook, choices, and actions.

    Who we are together.
    River Corner Church is a growing church community of everyday people who gather to worship God, follow Jesus, and journey through life together.

    What we practice together.
    Our small church community is uniquely caring, simple, laid-back, and intergenerational. As a church, we want to be a welcoming, safe, and healing community for those who are seeking, hurting, or need a place to belong. Our practices are contemplative (reflective) charismatic (Spirit-driven), conversational, and informative. The times we share together are intentional and intimate, and a mix between modern and traditional. We want to be a place in which love and honor are lived out, where humility is central, and where hospitality is woven into the threads of our community. There is room at the table.

    When we gather together.
    River Corner Church gathers weekly on Sunday mornings at 10:00 AM to worship and experience God, study the scriptures, journey through life together, and partner with the Holy Spirit. We meet in a simple worship meeting house at 524 River Corner Road in Conestoga, Pennsylvania. You are welcome as you are, just be yourself. There are other times that we hold small groups, events, and more.

    Our Pastoral Leader.
    Jeff McLain has served as our pastoral leader since April 2022. He is currently a doctoral student at Fuller Seminary, where he also has earned two master's degrees - one in Theology and Ministry and another in Leadership. Jeff also holds a Graduate Certificate in Non-profit Management from City Vision University. In addition to serving River Corner Church, Jeff serves full-time as the Director of Pastoral Ministries at Water Street Mission. In addition to over 13 years of pastoral ministry, Jeff has enjoyed event promotion, leadership coaching, blogging, and podcasting. For over 17 years, Jeff has been happily married to Katie. Jeff, Katie, and their three wander-filled daughters are avid fans of road trips, baseball, boardwalks, beaches, and books.

    Learn more about us at rivercornerchurch.com.

    Support the show

    The Rhythm of Prayer (Week 1): God's Character (Luke 11:1-4)

    The Rhythm of Prayer (Week 1): God's Character (Luke 11:1-4)

    Throughout our series, The Rhythm of Prayer, we will delve into the transformative experience of prayer, focusing on the Lord’s Prayer to cultivate greater intentionality, intimacy, and illumination, seeking a rejuvenated prayer discipline that sustains spiritual renewal and challenges traditional, duty-bound approaches.

    In Week 1, Pastor Jeff McLain looked at Luke 11:1-4, and how the Lord's Prayer begins with a focus on God's Character. Prayers become more effective when we deliberately focus on and reflect worshipfully upon God's Character, fostering intimacy with God's ways and leading to a transformative impact on our hearts, characters, outlook, choices, and actions.

    Who we are together.
    River Corner Church is a growing church community of everyday people who gather to worship God, follow Jesus, and journey through life together.

    What we practice together.
    Our small church community is uniquely caring, simple, laid-back, and intergenerational. As a church, we want to be a welcoming, safe, and healing community for those who are seeking, hurting, or need a place to belong. Our practices are contemplative (reflective) charismatic (Spirit-driven), conversational, and informative. The times we share together are intentional and intimate, and a mix between modern and traditional. We want to be a place in which love and honor are lived out, where humility is central, and where hospitality is woven into the threads of our community. There is room at the table.

    When we gather together.
    River Corner Church gathers weekly on Sunday mornings at 10:00 AM to worship and experience God, study the scriptures, journey through life together, and partner with the Holy Spirit. We meet in a simple worship meeting house at 524 River Corner Road in Conestoga, Pennsylvania. You are welcome as you are, just be yourself. There are other times that we hold small groups, events, and more.

    Our Pastoral Leader.
    Jeff McLain has served as our pastoral leader since April 2022. He is currently a doctoral student at Fuller Seminary, where he also has earned two master's degrees - one in Theology and Ministry and another in Leadership. Jeff also holds a Graduate Certificate in Non-profit Management from City Vision University. In addition to serving River Corner Church, Jeff serves full-time as the Director of Pastoral Ministries at Water Street Mission. In addition to over 13 years of pastoral ministry, Jeff has enjoyed event promotion, leadership coaching, blogging, and podcasting. For over 17 years, Jeff has been happily married to Katie. Jeff, Katie, and their three wander-filled daughters are avid fans of road trips, baseball, boardwalks, beaches, and books.

    Learn more about us at rivercornerchurch.com.

    Support the show

    The Spirit Who Reveals Jesus (John 16:12-15, Acts 2:1-39)

    The Spirit Who Reveals Jesus (John 16:12-15, Acts 2:1-39)

    On January 28, 2024, at River Corner Church, Kevin delivered a Sunday morning message titled "The Spirit Who Reveals Jesus," and he explored the passages of John 16:12-15 and Acts 2:1-39.
     
    In Kevin's sermon, he unpacked the scripture passages of John 16:12-15 and Acts 2:1-39 to find the role of the Holy Spirit to emphasize the guidance and transformative power of the Holy Spirit as portrayed in these biblical passages, highlighting the profound impact of spiritual revelation on individual lives and the collective community of believers. The sermon aimed to deepen the our understanding of the significance of the Holy Spirit in our journey of faith and the ongoing revelation of Jesus' truth.

    Who we are together.
    River Corner Church is a growing church community of everyday people who gather to worship God, follow Jesus, and journey through life together.

    What we practice together.
    Our small church community is uniquely caring, simple, laid-back, and intergenerational. As a church, we want to be a welcoming, safe, and healing community for those who are seeking, hurting, or need a place to belong. Our practices are contemplative (reflective) charismatic (Spirit-driven), conversational, and informative. The times we share together are intentional and intimate, and a mix between modern and traditional. We want to be a place in which love and honor are lived out, where humility is central, and where hospitality is woven into the threads of our community. There is room at the table.

    When we gather together.
    River Corner Church gathers weekly on Sunday mornings at 10:00 AM to worship and experience God, study the scriptures, journey through life together, and partner with the Holy Spirit. We meet in a simple worship meeting house at 524 River Corner Road in Conestoga, Pennsylvania. You are welcome as you are, just be yourself. There are other times that we hold small groups, events, and more.

    Our Pastoral Leader.
    Jeff McLain has served as our pastoral leader since April 2022. He is currently a doctoral student at Fuller Seminary, where he also has earned two master's degrees - one in Theology and Ministry and another in Leadership. Jeff also holds a Graduate Certificate in Non-profit Management from City Vision University. In addition to serving River Corner Church, Jeff serves full-time as the Director of Pastoral Ministries at Water Street Mission. In addition to over 13 years of pastoral ministry, Jeff has enjoyed event promotion, leadership coaching, blogging, and podcasting. For over 17 years, Jeff has been happily married to Katie. Jeff, Katie, and their three wander-filled daughters are avid fans of road trips, baseball, boardwalks, beaches, and books.

    Learn more about us at rivercornerchurch.com.

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    The Spirit Brings Liberation (2 Corinthians 3:17)

    The Spirit Brings Liberation (2 Corinthians 3:17)

    On January 21, Pastor Jeff McLain looked at 2 Corinthians 3:17, and what it means to live a Spirit Filled Life. We discovered that where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberation to be who God has called us to be.

    Who we are together.
    River Corner Church is a growing church community of everyday people who gather to worship God, follow Jesus, and journey through life together.

    What we practice together.
    Our small church community is uniquely caring, simple, laid-back, and intergenerational. As a church, we want to be a welcoming, safe, and healing community for those who are seeking, hurting, or need a place to belong. Our practices are contemplative (reflective) charismatic (Spirit-driven), conversational, and informative. The times we share together are intentional and intimate, and a mix between modern and traditional. We want to be a place in which love and honor are lived out, where humility is central, and where hospitality is woven into the threads of our community. There is room at the table.

    When we gather together.
    River Corner Church gathers weekly on Sunday mornings at 10:00 AM to worship and experience God, study the scriptures, journey through life together, and partner with the Holy Spirit. We meet in a simple worship meeting house at 524 River Corner Road in Conestoga, Pennsylvania. You are welcome as you are, just be yourself. There are other times that we hold small groups, events, and more.

    Our Pastoral Leader.
    Jeff McLain has served as our pastoral leader since April 2022. He is currently a doctoral student at Fuller Seminary, where he also has earned two master's degrees - one in Theology and Ministry and another in Leadership. Jeff also holds a Graduate Certificate in Non-profit Management from City Vision University. In addition to serving River Corner Church, Jeff serves full-time as the Director of Pastoral Ministries at Water Street Mission. In addition to over 13 years of pastoral ministry, Jeff has enjoyed event promotion, leadership coaching, blogging, and podcasting. For over 17 years, Jeff has been happily married to Katie. Jeff, Katie, and their three wander-filled daughters are avid fans of road trips, baseball, boardwalks, beaches, and books.

    Learn more about us at rivercornerchurch.com.

    Support the show

    Go Long (John 20:21)

    Go Long (John 20:21)

    District Overseer and Bishop Mike Clemmer visited River Corner Church on January 14, and looked at John 20:21, and what it means to go long with the mission of God in the places we live, work, worship, and play.

    Who we are together.
    River Corner Church is a growing church community of everyday people who gather to worship God, follow Jesus, and journey through life together.

    What we practice together.
    Our small church community is uniquely caring, simple, laid-back, and intergenerational. As a church, we want to be a welcoming, safe, and healing community for those who are seeking, hurting, or need a place to belong. Our practices are contemplative (reflective) charismatic (Spirit-driven), conversational, and informative. The times we share together are intentional and intimate, and a mix between modern and traditional. We want to be a place in which love and honor are lived out, where humility is central, and where hospitality is woven into the threads of our community. There is room at the table.

    When we gather together.
    River Corner Church gathers weekly on Sunday mornings at 10:00 AM to worship and experience God, study the scriptures, journey through life together, and partner with the Holy Spirit. We meet in a simple worship meeting house at 524 River Corner Road in Conestoga, Pennsylvania. You are welcome as you are, just be yourself. There are other times that we hold small groups, events, and more.

    Our Pastoral Leader.
    Jeff McLain has served as our pastoral leader since April 2022. He is currently a doctoral student at Fuller Seminary, where he also has earned two master's degrees - one in Theology and Ministry and another in Leadership. Jeff also holds a Graduate Certificate in Non-profit Management from City Vision University. In addition to serving River Corner Church, Jeff serves full-time as the Director of Pastoral Ministries at Water Street Mission. In addition to over 13 years of pastoral ministry, Jeff has enjoyed event promotion, leadership coaching, blogging, and podcasting. For over 17 years, Jeff has been happily married to Katie. Jeff, Katie, and their three wander-filled daughters are avid fans of road trips, baseball, boardwalks, beaches, and books.

    Learn more about us at rivercornerchurch.com.

    Support the show

    Shattered: Surviving & Thriving After the Worst Pains of Life

    Shattered: Surviving & Thriving After the Worst Pains of Life

    On January 7, Rip Wahlberg preached on Shattered: Surviving & Thriving After the Worst Pains of Life, as he conveyed the tragic narrative of his journey through mourning following the tragic drowning accident that claimed his son's life. Through this harrowing experience, he learned the significance of inviting God into our moments of distress and permitting God's intervention to guide and transform our pain.

    Who we are together.
    River Corner Church is a growing church community of everyday people who gather to worship God, follow Jesus, and journey through life together.

    What we practice together.
    Our small church community is uniquely caring, simple, laid-back, and intergenerational. As a church, we want to be a welcoming, safe, and healing community for those who are seeking, hurting, or need a place to belong. Our practices are contemplative (reflective) charismatic (Spirit-driven), conversational, and informative. The times we share together are intentional and intimate, and a mix between modern and traditional. We want to be a place in which love and honor are lived out, where humility is central, and where hospitality is woven into the threads of our community. There is room at the table.

    When we gather together.
    River Corner Church gathers weekly on Sunday mornings at 10:00 AM to worship and experience God, study the scriptures, journey through life together, and partner with the Holy Spirit. We meet in a simple worship meeting house at 524 River Corner Road in Conestoga, Pennsylvania. You are welcome as you are, just be yourself. There are other times that we hold small groups, events, and more.

    Our Pastoral Leader.
    Jeff McLain has served as our pastoral leader since April 2022. He is currently a doctoral student at Fuller Seminary, where he also has earned two master's degrees - one in Theology and Ministry and another in Leadership. Jeff also holds a Graduate Certificate in Non-profit Management from City Vision University. In addition to serving River Corner Church, Jeff serves full-time as the Director of Pastoral Ministries at Water Street Mission. In addition to over 13 years of pastoral ministry, Jeff has enjoyed event promotion, leadership coaching, blogging, and podcasting. For over 17 years, Jeff has been happily married to Katie. Jeff, Katie, and their three wander-filled daughters are avid fans of road trips, baseball, boardwalks, beaches, and books.

    Learn more about us at rivercornerchurch.com.

    Support the show