A warm welcome
Friendly people at the door will greet you and point you to a seat. No one will put you on the spot.
Plan your visit
Sunday service starts at 09:00.
Come as you are. There is a seat for you on Sunday.
Join us in Durbanville every Sunday at 09:00 for singing, a short talk and tea afterwards. Kids and youth programmes run at the same time.
Your first Sunday
What to expect on your first Sunday
Easy-to-follow service
About 75 minutes of live music, a short practical talk and a moment for prayer. No jargon, just plain words.
Kids are looked after
Our kids' programme runs during the service, with trained helpers and a safe check-in.
Tea afterwards
Stay for tea, coffee and a chat. It is the easiest way to meet people.
Come as you are
Wear whatever is comfortable. You will see everything from shorts to Sunday best.
No pressure
You are welcome to simply watch and listen. Come back whenever you like.
Ministries
Find your place in our community
Kids and youth
Songs, stories and games for children on Sundays, and a weekly youth group where teenagers can ask real questions and make friends.
Small groups
Meet in homes during the week to share a meal, talk and pray for one another. It is the best way to feel known.
Community outreach
Every week we pack and hand out food parcels to families in our area. Come and help, or let us know if you need one.
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Upcoming events at Riverside
Family picnic by the river
Bring a blanket and a snack to share. Games for all ages after the service.
Youth night
Music, food and an honest chat for teenagers. Friends are welcome.
Food parcel pack-up
Help us pack parcels for local families. Everyone can lend a hand.
Newcomers' lunch
A relaxed lunch with our leaders for anyone new to Riverside.
Our leadershipPastor DavidSenior pastor RuthKids' ministry leader ThaboYouth pastor AnnelieCommunity outreach Mei ChenOwner, Lantern Tea House Jonas WeberPartner, Weber and Lund Accounting
Meet the people who lead and serve
Friendly faces you will probably meet on your first Sunday. Names and bios are placeholders for you to replace.
David leads our church and teaches on Sundays. He loves good coffee, honest questions and long walks.
Ruth looks after our kids' programme and makes sure every child feels safe and welcome.
Thabo runs youth group and believes teenagers deserve to be heard and taken seriously.
Annelie connects people into small groups and leads our weekly food parcel drive.
The shop was easy to set up, and my regulars found their way to it without asking me.
Clients can book a call from the site. That alone paid for the first year.
GivingBank transfer Food parcel drive
Giving is a joyful choice, never a duty
Your gifts keep our food drive, kids' programme and youth group going. Give only if and when…
Bank: [Bank name]. Account name: [Account name]
Account number: [Account number]. Branch code: [Branch code]. Reference: [Your name or Offering].
Give towards weekly food parcels
Use the reference [Food drive] and your gift goes straight to feeding local families. Banking details above are placeholders.
Ask about giving
Good to know
Questions before your first visit
Quick answers to what newcomers often ask us.
What should I wear?
Whatever you are comfortable in. Jeans, dresses and suits are all common here.
Where do I park?
There is free parking on our grounds, and helpers in bright vests will guide you to a space.
What happens with my children?
Kids can join our programme during the service. You check them in and collect them afterwards, or keep them with you.
Will I be asked to speak or give?
No. You can simply sit, listen and enjoy the morning.
Send us a prayer request or a question
Share it through our contact form and a real person will reply, usually within two days. Everything is kept private.
Open the contact form