Friday 5th December 2025 Welcome to this week's Friday Mail, with information about our services, events and ministries. Scripture of Encouragement "For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” Isaiah 9.6 This Sunday, 7th December, Pastor Rob will be beginning our Christmas series, 'With Us'. He will be sharing a message entitled 'God Anticipated'. Then, join us again on Sunday evening for our Christingle service. A wonderful family event, we begin the festivities at 5pm.

If you've missed a Sunday message, you can click the image below to find all of our recent sermons. News and events coming up
Thank you! We were thrilled once more with the generosity of our wonderful Church. Thank you to everyone who donated presents to this year's Tree of Hope appeal. The gifts will be distributed to the 4 supported housing projects for the homeless in the town. Thanks to Mary for organising it all. Prayer meetings You are welcome to join us for our prayer meetings. Let's stand with other believers as we commit our needs to the Lord. Christmas services: With Us We are so looking forward to celebrating together this Christmas. Invite your friends, family and neighbours to join us for our services and events. River of Life Kids The theme for the Christmas season in the River of Life Kids group is 'Rejoice'. Let's keep praying for the children to have powerful experiences of Jesus in their meetings too. Pop Up Shop Needs Thank you so much to everyone who supports this important ministry by buying extras to bless those who need to use our Pop-Up shop. This week's needs include soup, cleaning products, tinned meat and fish, bottles of squash and rice pudding. Thank you!
Ministry News
This week's Ministry News is an encouragement from J John. Click the image below to reflect on the wonder of Advent.

We have a River of Life app- you can download it by clicking on the image below. "The great challenge left to us is to cut through all the glitz and glam of the season that has grown increasingly secular and commercial, and be reminded of the beauty of the One who is Christmas." Bill Crowder
River of Life Church 2 Carr Road Felixstowe IP11 2FS mail@riveroflifechurch.net

Hello and welcome to our church. If you are a new visitor, we have a page for you to get to know us and learn more about planning a visit.
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Planning your Visit

First Visit?

web 800x400 (8) Welcome! Whether you've just moved to the area, or have lived here all your life, we hope our website helps you to find out everything you want to know about our Church.

Some key information about the church...

When & where does the church meet?
What should I expect when I visit the church?
What happens to the children/teens at church?
Is there a dress code?
Will I have to join in?
I have more questions, how can I get in touch and ask them?

Where & when does the church meet?

Our Church meets every Sunday at 10.30am for Sunday Service. Aim to arrive 10 minutes early to get parked and find a seat in time for the service to start.

We meet at:

River of Life Christian Life Centre
2 Carr Road, Felixstowe, IP11 2FS

You can see a map on our Contact us page.

There is plenty of parking available on the site.

What should I expect when I visit the church?

You will receive a very warm welcome particularly from our Welcome Team who will be able to answer your questions and direct you to where you need to go. There will be approximately 45 mins of singing with opportunity for church members to pray or read a passage from the bible. After the notices there will be a spiritual message from one of the leaders at the Church with a chance to respond at the end of the service.

Tea, coffee and biscuits are normally served after the service where there is plenty of time to meet new people and ask more questions.

What happens to the children at church?

We have a fantastic programme for children at the Church for ages 0 thru 17. Children stay with their parents at the start of the service as we worship (sing songs!) together for the first part of the morning. An announcement is made when it's time for children to join their programmes. Children need to be registered.

For more information about programmes and age groups, please refer to the relevant pages under the main menu heading "Ministries".

Is there a dress code?

No! Please just be yourself and come dressed in your 'normal' clothes.

Will I have to join in?

Not at all!
You are free to simply observe or participate as much as feels comfortable for you.

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I have more questions, how can I get in touch and ask them.

Please feel free to Contact us. If you want to know who works in the church office, check out our Staff and Leadership page.