Friday 19th December 2025 Welcome to this week's Friday Mail, with information about our services, events and ministries. Please note, there will not be a Friday Mail on Boxing Day. Scripture of Encouragement When Jesus spoke again to the people, He said, ‘I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.’ John 8:12 (NIV) This Sunday, 21st December, we are looking forward to our Christmas Carol Service at 3:30pm. Sarah Payne will be sharing a short message as part of the celebration where there will be traditional carols, readings and performances. Invite your friends, family and colleagues for this fantastic festive celebration of our Immanuel. (Remember, we won't have a morning service this week.)

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Christmas Blessings to you all! Pastor Rob, Sarah and the leadership team would like to thank you for being such an important part of our Church family. Your unwavering support, generosity and servant hearts make such a difference to the community. There's more in store for 2026 and we're looking forward to all that God has planned for us. May you each know His blessings this Christmas. Tree of Hope- Thank you! We are so thankful to all those who supported our Tree of Hope campaign this year. On Wednesday, we sent off the gifts to those who are homeless or in supported living in Felixstowe this Christmas. Prayer meetings The corporate prayer meetings won't be running until the new year. However, do continue to pray in your own quiet times for the needs of the church family and the wider community. Christmas services: With Us Don't forget, we have a Christmas Day service this year. Starting at 10am, this short service will put Jesus at the centre of Christmas. Children can bring their new toys to show everyone. Then the following Sunday, 28th December, bring along your leftover choccies (if you have any!) for our café- style morning service. Please note, both of these services will be held in the café area of the building. There will not be any River of Life Kids work for these services to give our wonderful leaders a rest. Pop Up Shop Needs Many thanks to all who want to bless those who need to use our Pop-Up shop. Thank you to our volunteers and to all who have donated this year. We will be closed until Friday 9th January after today's session. We will still be taking any food and toiletry donations to fill our cupboards ready for the new year. Please note, the Church office will be closed from Tuesday 23rd December to Monday 5th Jan.



We have a River of Life app- you can download it by clicking on the image below. "The Christmas message is that there is hope for a ruined humanity—hope of pardon, hope of peace with God, hope of glory—because at the Father’s will, Jesus Christ became poor, and was born in a stable so that thirty years later He might hang on a cross." J Packer
River of Life Church 2 Carr Road Felixstowe IP11 2FS mail@riveroflifechurch.net

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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.