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Port Republic Riverside Church

Our Mission: Helping people know God, grow in their faith, discover God's purpose for them, and make a difference in others' lives. for our worship service!

Join us Sunday mornings at 9:30 a.m. Most weeks the service is held inside the Church. Occasionally, the service is held at Bradburn Park, located 200 yards north of the church on Water Street. Please send us a message if you have questions or would like more information.

06/02/2026

As our children gain adulthood we watch them step out on their own and our roles shift from daily supervisors of them. In our prayers we ask God to continue to protect and guide them with wisdom and purpose when we are no longer able to directly manage their choices.

We ask that God will guard their hearts, minds, and steps, and to replace our own parental anxieties with trust and peace. We also pray that their roots in faith grow deeper and that they will always be surrounded by people who also have a strong belief in Christ!

"When I was a child, I spoke and thought and reasoned as a child. But when I grew up, I put away childish things." ~ 1 Corinthians 13:11

06/01/2026

Yesterday was another blessed day at PRRC. We so enjoyed the Praise Band music and the youth lessen by Adriana Kurtz and Kevin Cox. Pastor Jace's message at PRRC was titled 'The Goodness of God. Another strong message from Pastor Jace and here are a few highlights:

The Shepherd
Why do God's people need a shepherd? In spite of all God's goodness people continue to fall away. We need a shepherd because we are like sheep and we need a shepherd to guide and provide for us.

"He leads me in paths of righteousness." ~ Psalm 23-3
He will not lead us to sin; God leads His people through His son and His word. The Bible gives us clear guidance and wisdom. When we are struggling God is giving us His wisdom if we invite Him to help us.

The Shepherd leads us through suffering. Jesus has passed through His own suffering so He is the one who knows what we are going through. Jesus is always with us!

05/31/2026

On this last Sunday in May we invite you to join us as we worship the Lord. Our services begin at 9:30 a.m. Pastor Jace's message this morning is titled 'The Goodness of God'. Reflecting on 'The Goodness of God' is a beautiful way to start the morning and a new week.

Call to Worship: Psalm 100
Sermon Passage: Psalm 23
Sermon Title: The Goodness of God
Benediction: 2 Corinthians 13:14

05/30/2026

A message for our teens...(and some of us grownups, too!)

'Whoever has the idea that all the things God wants you to do are dull must not like to swim or listen to music, or eat, or have dates. Jesus went around when He was here on Earth saying, "Be of good cheer'. In the language of our day, He would have walked into a group of teens and said, with what must have been the most wonderful smile in the world, "Hello kids. Have fun! Use up that energy; I gave it to you to use!"' ~ from the book by Eugenia Price 'Never a Dull Moment - Honest Questions by Teen-agers.

This doesn't mean we can do anything we want - especially things we know are wrong. As we grow up it is about finding that healthy balance between living responsibly and making sure we take the time to actually enjoy the journey!

"Rejoice, young person, while you are young, and let your heart be glad in the days of your youth. Follow the ways of your heart and the desire of your eyes, but know that for all of these things God will bring you to judgment." ~ Ecclesiastes 11:9

05/29/2026

Port Republic Riverside Church brings people together with uplifting music from our Praise Band, a warm family atmosphere, and engaging messages from Pastor Jace Bower. Come as you are, grab some coffee, and experience a faith community that proves going to church can actually be the highlight of your week! Our services begin at 9:30 a.m. every Sunday!

"Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing." ~ 1 Thessalonians 5:11

05/28/2026

Registration is now open at www.PortChurch.org for Port Riverside Church and The Gathering Church Vacation Bible School and The Youth Rally in the Park coming up in July!

RAINFOREST FALLS VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL!!!
🦋 Preschool Age 3 to Rising Grade 9
🌴 Monday to Thursday, July 13-16, 6:00-8:30 p.m.
🦜 Port Republic Riverside Church
🌺 Bible Lessons, Games, Music, Heavy Snack, Woodworking Project

YOUTH RALLY IN THE PARK!!!
🦋 Rising Grades 6 to 12
🌿 The YOUTH RALLY is also open to Youth and Young Adults with disabilities (ages 15-25). Please contact Chris Dodson with any questions (540-435-2412).
🌴 Friday, July 10th, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
🦜 Bradburn Park in Port Republic
🌺 Food, Games, Devotions

05/27/2026

Last Sunday we celebrated Pentecost at Port Republic Riverside Church. Many beautiful red geraniums were donated in memory of loved ones...here are just a few of them that brightened our Sunday at PRRC! The deep red hues of the geraniums represent the ultimate sacrifice and passion of Jesus Christ and the eternal love of God.

"May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit." ~ Romans 15:13

05/26/2026

Pastor Jace's message on Sunday was about how our expectations of eternity shape our preparation for it. Key points were:

Heaven is a world of peace. Believers will dwell with God securely in the new creation with no suffering or conflict.

Heaven is a world of holiness. Heaven comforts us that we will be without sin and motivates us to pursue holiness no matter the cost.

Heaven is a world of love. The greatest of all eternity's blessings is reflected in the one phrase, 'they shall his His face'. (Robert Mounce). Perfect fellowship with God which satisfies our soul is the hope to which we look in this life.

05/25/2026

"Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends." - John 15:13.

Today we observe Memorial Day. Memorial Day is a solemn time to remember and grieve the service members who gave their lives to protect the freedoms we enjoy today. We say a prayer of thanks for those who paid the ultimate price. We lift up the military families still navigating the pain of loss. And we reflect on the freedom our faith provides, and thank God for the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus.

05/24/2026

Pastor Jace is back with us this morning for our Sunday morning worship service which begins at 9:30 a.m. Our Adaptive Youth Program taught by Chris and Kara Dodson will be held this morning, too! Hope to see lots of folks this morning at church!

Call to Worship: Acts 2:1-4
Sermon Passage: Revelation 21:22-22:5
Sermon Title: The Lamb is All the Glory of Immanuel's Land
Benediction: Numbers 6:24-26

Address

8525 Water Street
Port Republic, VA
24471

Telephone

+15402494111

Website

http://www.portchurch.org/

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