Our worship experience
is marked by participation. We are blessed to be led by song leaders who lead the in an initial time of praise and song, offering their voices in this time of spiritual preparation. At the Riverside DC, we believe that liturgy is the work of the people. The congregation is not an audience that expects a choir or music program to entertain, but the “first” choir. Many times throughout the year, the choir provides special music, especially for holy celebrations like Christmas and Easter.
Do you want to lift your voice with us?
We hope you will join the first choir and if you really have an interest in music, consider joining one of our ensembles as a vocalist or instrumentalist. You may reach out to Lauren White if you would like more information. Membership not required.
Music Ministry Reimagined 2025
We are doing new things! Join one of our music endeavors below:
Riverside Choral Ensemble
Director: Lauren White
Sundays: 1st, 3rd Sundays, Select 5th Sundays
Rehearsals: Thursday before 1st and 3rd Sundays
Style: Traditional Choral Music, Gospel Choir Music, Hymns; sheet music-based
Liberation Worship Collective
Director: Mia McClain
Sundays: 4th Sundays, Select 5th Sundays
Rehearsals: Thursday before 2nd and 4th Sundays
Style: Contemporary Christian Music, Praise and Worship Music, Original Compositions, Freedom Songs; Cultivating the ability to learn by ear, to improv, and to harmonize as a smaller team
Solo and Leader Work
Director: Lauren White
Sundays: 2nd Sundays and throughout, as needed
Rehearsals: Thursday before 2nd Sundays
Purpose: to develop solo worship leaders and ensemble soloists