
Church in the Rose Village neighborhood asks its members to volunteer for community service at least once a month
Drivers used their horns to provide a loud show of support.
Some even rolled down their windows to yell “Thank you!”
Residents walked out of their homes to show their appreciation, as well.
It is all part of River City Church’s mission.
“Today we’re not having a worship service, but we’re doing service as worship,” said Ryan Sidhom, pastor of River City Church.
On Sunday, close to 40 church members broke up into teams and cleaned up several blocks of Fourth Plain Blvd., and nearby streets, filling large trash bags.

A local Starbucks and the Comfort Inn Suites near the mall also contributed to the cause.
“It was cool to see businesses come alongside our faith-based nonprofit,” Sidhom said. “It was a great picture of a community that works together to care for each other.”
River City Church was established four-and-a-half years ago and serves the Rose Village neighborhood. With the exception of the time when the church met online only, there have been service projects once a month. The second Sunday of each month is reserved for community projects. This past Sunday was a clean-up day.
“We believe that worship is not confined within the four walls of a church building,” Sidhom said. “It is an act that extends to the care we show for our community and our environment. This service project provides a fantastic opportunity for our congregation to put their faith into action.”
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