Welcome to Riverwalk Church!

We’re glad you’re HERE.

This is a place where you can ask questions, encounter God, explore the Bible, find community, and discover how God might be asking you to serve others.

We look forward to worshiping alongside you and welcoming you as part of our community.

Join us

Sundays at 10:30 am
40 Aspinwall Ave,
Brookline, MA

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Worship In-Person

  • Time

    Worship Gathering
    Sunday 10:30 AM

  • Location

    Brookline Teen Center
    40 Aspinwall Avenue
    Brookline MA 02446

  • Parking

    Parking is available in front of the building and along the fence in the Walgreens lot.

  • What to Expect

    Check out our Frequently Asked Questions below!

Sunday Service Baby Community Family

KIDS & FAMILIES

Have kids? Don't worry—we love the next generation and believe that they're going to change the world 🚀 with Jesus.

Riverwalk Church offers programs for children from one year old through fifth grade.

If you attend in person, our friendly greeter will show you where our RiverKids will be when you arrive. We will meet your family and kid(s), and answer any questions you may have. We can't wait to meet you!

 FAQs

  • Our services typically run around 80-90 minutes.

  • Whatever you feel comfortable in! We keep it very informal, so casual attire is just fine. You might see a few bowties on Easter Sunday, but please come as you are.

  • The kiddos typically join us in service at the beginning for praise and worship. After that, the kids (ages 1-12) are invited to go to our RiverKids class which lasts until the end of service. Of course, they’re always welcome to stay in the service instead if they prefer!

  • To start, join us for worship on Sunday and fill out a connection card! Our pastor and Welcoming Team will then reach out for next steps, and you will be added to your weekly email newsletter to get updates on upcoming events. There will also be a link to join our Slack community board at the bottom of every newsletter.

  • Our COVID safety team keeps a close eye on the current case levels in the greater Boston area. If there’s a surge happening, we strongly recommend you wear a mask during service. When case levels are low, masks are optional. In either case, our welcome team has masks available for you if you want one.

  • Riverwalk Church is part of the East Coast Conference of the Evangelical Covenant Church. You can read more about what we believe and affirm on our Beliefs page.

  • Yes. We embrace all persons as beloved by Jesus and believe the story of Jesus is good news for everyone. We welcome all persons into the life of our church, including LGBTQ+ persons and their families, respecting their discernment of God’s calling towards wholeness and holiness in all parts of their lives, whether they are currently married, dating, or single, pursuing covenantal marriage, or committed to celibacy.

    We do not believe anyone should feel forced or coerced into any use or non-use of their sexuality. We respect people who choose celibacy and will encourage them in their commitment. We also respect people who choose to date, partner, or marry, and we are committed to investing in their spiritual growth towards Christlikeness equally. We believe all have ways to contribute to, receive from, and hold influence in the spaces we foster, for this is the Kingdom of Heaven.

    Because of our “third-way” approach, our community members and leaders may hold various theological views on human sexuality. We support prayerful and communal discernment on how to live this out in becoming more like Jesus, with love for God and neighbor. LGBTQ+ persons participate among us as members, volunteers, and leaders.

    We embody a diversity of experiences and expressions on what it looks like to follow Jesus with all of who we are, including our sexuality.

    With regard to marriage and human sexuality, the Covenant denominational position adopts the “traditional” ethic – “Faithfulness in heterosexual marriage, celibacy in singleness.” Therefore, according to policies for Covenant clery and Covenant churches, marriages are only performed between one man and one woman. Clergy are not permitted to officiate/preside at same-sex weddings. However, Covenant clergy may attend as a participant in the congregation.

    Regardless of the spectrum of views represented within our congregation, we are all committed to learning to live and love like Jesus together. We affirm that God’s embrace comes without pre-conditions and is abundant and expansive, life-changing and lavish, boundary-crossing and barrier-breaking.

    We are committed to making safe and brave space for one another and walking alongside all persons with love – across differences in race, ethnic or national origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, economic status, education, marital status, and stations in life – encouraging all to prayerfully and communally seek the wisdom of the scriptures and guidance of the Spirit in following Jesus.

  • Yes, absolutely! We are a church that welcomes people from all parts of the faith journey, including both the curious and the skeptic. We believe God is big enough to answer our questions and meet us in our doubts. So come visit and see what we’re all about. Ask questions. Observe. Be curious! And explore who Jesus is in a warm and welcoming environment.

    We hope to see you soon!

I have more questions!

No problem! If there’s something else you’d like to know, ask!

About us

Get to know us by reading about our vision, mission, values, and story.

What’s My Next Step?

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FAQs

CONNECT FURTHER

Fill out a Connection Card
Come to The Intro Newcomers Lunch
Come to Get to Know You Dinner Party

JOIN & SERVE

Join a Small Group
Serve on a Ministry Team
Volunteer for Serve Week
Give Generously
Become a church member

EMPOWER OTHERS

Lead a Small Group
Lead a Ministry Team
Start Something New
Develop More Leaders