Religious Community Services of New Bern, Inc.

06/12/2026

We were honored to welcome the women of Highland Park Christian Church to RCS yesterday for a tour and a chance to share more about the work being done right here in our community.

It’s always encouraging to open our doors and connect with people who have a heart for serving others. We enjoyed spending time together, answering questions, and showing how donations, volunteers, and community partnerships come together to make a difference for neighbors in need.

Thank you to the Highland Christian Women for taking the time to visit and learn more about the mission of RCS. We are grateful for your support and for the many churches and organizations that help us bring hope, food, and assistance to those who need it most. 💙

Together, we can continue making a meaningful impact in our community.

06/11/2026

Every bag of groceries, every box of clothing, every hour spent volunteering, and every act of kindness makes a difference. 💙

At RCS, we’re incredibly grateful for the people in our community who choose to support our mission. Whether you’re donating food, giving gently used clothing, lending a helping hand, or simply sharing our story, you’re helping bring hope and practical support to neighbors who need it most.

It takes a community to care for a community, and we are thankful every day for the generosity, compassion, and servant hearts that make this work possible.

From all of us at RCS, thank you for being part of something bigger. Together, we’re making a difference right here at home. 🫶

06/11/2026

Music can feed the soul — and together, we can help feed our neighbors. 💙🎶

RCS is grateful to partner with Craven Community Chorus for Let Music Be the Food of Love, where community members are invited to enjoy an inspiring concert and bring non-perishable food donations to support local families facing food insecurity.

Concert attendees are encouraged to bring items such as canned goods, cereal, jelly, pasta & sauce, peanut butter, ramen, rice, soup, and other pantry staples. #10 cans are also welcome for our Community Kitchen.

Every donation helps provide nourishment, hope, and support for neighbors right here in our community.

📅 Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 3 PM
📅 Sunday, June 14, 2026 at 3 PM

🎟️ Purchase tickets here:
https://www.givsum.com/opportunities/let-music-be-the-food-of-love-62610ab51

Come enjoy an afternoon of beautiful music, community, and giving — and help us make a meaningful difference for local families. ❤️

06/10/2026

Sometimes the smallest acts of generosity can make the biggest difference. 💙

Did you know you can support neighbors in need right here in our community simply by rounding up your City of New Bern utility bill to the nearest dollar?

Through the City of New Bern’s Round Up Program, those extra cents are combined to help local residents facing hardships with utility assistance and other critical needs. Every penny adds up to hope for families in our area. ❤️

At RCS, we know firsthand how much community support matters. Programs like this remind us that when we all give a little, we can accomplish a lot together.

Learn more about the Round Up Program and how to enroll here:
https://www.newbernnc.gov/departments/utilities/round_up_program.php

06/09/2026

We’re still reminiscing on the memories, generosity, and community spirit that made last year’s RCS Gala so special. 💙

Each year, this event reminds us what can happen when people come together with a shared purpose: to support neighbors in need and strengthen the community we all call home.

Now, we’re excited and ready for this year’s gala — *Haunted Histories: Tales of the High Seas* — an evening filled with themed dinner, entertainment, auctions, interactive experiences, and meaningful impact.

📅 Saturday, October 17, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM
📍 Riverfront Convention Center of Craven County

Sponsorships are available, and there are many ways to get involved — from purchasing tickets and donating auction items to volunteering and helping spread the word.

Let’s make this year another unforgettable night of purpose for RCS and the neighbors we serve.

06/08/2026

Music can feed the soul — and together, we can help feed our neighbors. 💙

RCS is grateful to partner with for *Let Music Be the Food of Love*, where community members are invited to enjoy an afternoon of beautiful music while helping support local families facing food insecurity.

Concert attendees are encouraged to bring non-perishable food donations such as canned goods, cereal, jelly, pasta & sauce, peanut butter, ramen, rice, soup, and other pantry staples.

Every donation helps provide nourishment, hope, and support for neighbors right here in our community.

📅 Saturday, June 13 at 3 PM
📅 Sunday, June 14 at 3 PM

Come enjoy the music, bring a donation if you can, and help make a meaningful difference for local families!

06/03/2026

The support from this community continues to allow us to help others in need! Thank you so much to the Tryon Civitan Club for their generosity! 💟

Tryon Civitan Club delivered food and hygiene items to Religious Community Services of New Bern, Inc. today! Thanks to Cammie Armstrong, Dan Armstrong, Dan Eland, Stephanie Crosby, Leigh Wilkinson and Marie Henderson who helped deliver the items today.

06/02/2026

The TWIN RIVERS YMCA is showing what community partnership looks like in action. 💚🙌

Today, a group of YMCA Summer Camp students spent part of their summer giving back by volunteering with Religious Community Services (RCS). From pulling weeds and cleaning up outdoor areas to helping tackle projects around the property, these young volunteers rolled up their sleeves and got to work. 🌱🧤

For generations, the YMCA has made service a part of its summer program, teaching young people that making a difference starts with being willing to help others. Their commitment to building strong kids, strong families, and strong communities extends far beyond their own walls. 💪❤️

We’re grateful for the partnership between the Twin Rivers YMCA and RCS and for every student who gave their time and energy today. When organizations come together to serve, everyone benefits. 🤝✨

Thank you, Twin Rivers YMCA, for helping shape the next generation of community leaders. 🌟

06/01/2026

June is full of opportunities to connect, serve, and support our community.

Here’s what’s happening this month through RCS and our community partners:

📍 Knights of Columbus Summer Yard Sale (June 5-7)
📍 Unity in the Community (June 6)
📍 Operation Outpost – Havelock (June 3)
📍 Operation Outpost – Pamlico County (June 17)
📍 Pop-Up Food Distributions every Tuesday and Friday

We’re grateful for organizations like the Knights of Columbus, whose continued support helps strengthen the work being done throughout our community.

05/29/2026

We are SO GRATEFUL for these amazing young men and women from The Epiphany School of Global Studies ❤️🙏