Annual Events
Our Big, Huge, Colossal Events!
EASTER 2009
The 2009 River Easter production is best described by our Music Director Jim Jensen:
Over the years our major productions at The River are done with some wildly creative stuff, but this ranks up there as one of the best.
The Story of Forgiveness element came together in a truly inspiring way. Many people have asked me how the dream team plans out these kinds of elements. It really was a bringing together of many ideas from various sources. One brought the idea of telling the story of creation through the resurrection, another the use of scripture narration, a color scheme, an original score, and so on. Another person brought the idea of the shadow shapes, which was brilliantly realized by Annie Syke. Another person fleshed out the creation elements. What a humbling experience to be surrounded by such talent! I wish I had another couple months to refine the musical score, but in the end we had deadlines and it all worked out.
It is hard to underestimate the impact of the "My Story" video with the D'Arcy family. They have alot of courage to tell their story and I know that it will be influential in the lives of many, many people.
In terms of attendance, creativity, and spiritual impact, I believe the Easter production was incredibly successful!
Link to a video of Easter 2009!
CHRISTMAS 2008
The 2008 Christmas experience at the River unwrapped the tale of a young man’s journey as he discovered the true meaning of the holiday season.
The story was told through a four-part drama, sand art displayed on two large screens and a musical number.
Messages delivered alternately by Terry Prisk and Tony Tice were enlightening and reassuring while the My Story provided a relatable account of finding Christ.
The experience ended with interactive music and a farewell in hopes more will look past the distractions and find the Christ in Christmas.
Beach Baptism BLAST 2009!
Family, Friends, Fun and New Found Faith!
Are you a follower of Christ, or maybe a Christian that has never had the opportunity to publicly display your faith in Jesus Christ?
We had an experience like never before! An awesome celebration of faith with over 35 people baptised! What a day and what a blast! We will be doing it again next August for sure!