​2019 EVENTS

AUGUST

Aug 4    Hunter's Hope Charity Lawn Concert
River Spring Lodge, Darien Center, NY

6:15 - 9:15 PM .   What could be better than an outside concert in the summertime? How about an outside Charity Lawn Concert with Fireworks over the water all at Beautiful River Spring Lodge in Darien Center!   River Spring Ministries will be hosting a Charity Lawn Concert for Hunter’s Hope.   Hunter’s Hope was established in 1997 by Pro Football Hall of Fame Member and former Buffalo Bills Quarterback, Jim Kelly and his wife Jill, after their infant son, Hunter, was diagnosed with Krabbe Leukodystrophy, an inherited fatal nervous system disease.   The Original Red Osier will be at each event with their Food Truck, as well as Yummies Ice Cream.  Tickets are on sale now at www.riverspringlodge.com , once on the site click on “Music for Missions” Select the Benefit Concert that you would like to attend, and scroll down the page. Tickets cost $25.00 General Admission, $50.00 VIP Admission. $12.50 from each Adult ticket goes to support the Charities. Hurry tickets are limited.  River Spring Lodge is located at 1961A Church Road, Darien Center, NY 14040 .  585-708-4212

Aug 6    Child Safety Webinar    FREE
Online/Roberts Wesleyan College

Are there unseen risks your church or ministry may be missing when serving children under the age of 18?  No matter the size of your congregation or organization there are resources available to better protect and serve children as they learn and grow in faith. Northeastern Seminary is hosting a free, one-hour webinar on Tuesday, August 6, at 6:00 p.m. (EDT) for ministry and community leaders like you.

Aug 8-9    Global Leadership Summit
Lakeshore Community Church

Lakeshore Community Church in Rochester, NY presents a live HD broadcast of world class leadership training. Get a unique blend of vision, inspiration and skills you can apply immediately. Learn from a faculty representing multiple sectors and backgrounds. Leverage the Summit as a resource to transform yourself, your team and your community. Network with influencers in your community who are committed to living out God's purposes in our world.

Aug 9-10  Three Strands Marriage and Parenting Seminar
Koinonia Fellowship

Koinonia Fellowship invites parents and children to Three Strands, a unique event that will help build families the way God designed them to be. Parents will participate in a two-part seminar on Marriage and Parenting, while children enjoy their own Bible Studies and other fun activities. Everyone will come together for prayer and worship, and to enjoy breaks and a meal together.  Our time will include not only instruction but also interactive activities as we seek to understand the beautiful mystery of God’s plan  and how we respond to Him and each other. We will learn about Marriage from a Biblical perspective, looking at things like Covenant, Unity, Success, Harmony, Understanding, Satisfaction, Blessing, Prayer, and more.  You will be truly Blessed!

Aug 12-15    VBS ROAR
St. John the Evangelist - Spencerport

​Children entering preschool through 6th grade are invited to join us for Roar VBS 2019, an experience where kids explore God's goodness and grow a ferocious faith that powers them through a wild life!  Kids will travel to a savannah full of opportunities as we design crafts like canteens and rain sticks, play games like sponge tag, build (and then eat) bugs out of fruits, experience Bible stories as if you were in them, collect mini stuffed animals of each Bible Buddy, and develop a faith-based understanding through games, music, and activities.  Registration ends August 6th so reserve your spot today!

Aug 16    Basket of Flowers Play   FREE
Lamplighter Auditorium

The Lamplighter Players are excited to announce the upcoming stage production of "The Basket of Flowers." This stage adaptation of the classic novel will be premiering August 16th and 17th, at 7:30 PM (doors opening at 7:00), at the Lamplighter Campus located at 25 State Street, Mount Morris, NY, 14510. 
​"Mary was just the daughter of a simple gardener before she was falsely accused of stealing a precious ring from royalty. Now she is faced with the challenge to either lie and confess to the theft or face the severe consequences of telling the truth. In her time of doubt, Mary clings to what her father has told her: “It is better to die for the truth than to live for a lie.” Choosing the right path is certainly not easy. After Mary refuses to lie, she and her father are banished from their homeland and forced to rely on the mercy of God through the hand of strangers. Will they ever be vindicated?"  Tickets to attend this production are free, but seating is limited so please reserve your tickets using the online form.

Aug 17    Gospel in the City    FREE
Andrew J. Townson School #39

​Come out for a fun-filled day of fellowship in our church community - 100% free. Free school backpacks, free kids bikes, free clothing and shoes, free health checks, free bounce house, games, painting and crafts for the children, free food, live music, safety demonstrations by the Rochester fire Department and canine shows by the Rochester Police Department.  The school is located at:  145 Midland Avenue, Rochester NY 14621.

Aug 18    David's Refuge Charity Lawn Concert
River Spring Lodge, Darien Center, NY

What could be better than an outside concert in the summertime? How about an outside Charity Lawn Concert with Fireworks over the water all at Beautiful River Spring Lodge in Darien Center! 
Sunday, August 18th, 2019, River Spring Ministries will be hosting a Charity Lawn Concert for David’s Refuge.   Parenting can be a difficult journey under any circumstances, but it’s especially challenging for those who provide full-time care to children with special needs. David’s Refuge reminds these parents of three things: you are not alone, what you do matters, and God and your community loves you.  David’s Refuge gives parents’ permission to take a moment to care for themselves, free from guilt.  The Original Red Osier will be at each event with their Food Truck, as well as Yummies Ice Cream.  Tickets are on sale now at www.riverspringlodge.com , once on the site click on “Music for Missions” Select the Benefit Concert that you would like to attend, and scroll down the page. Tickets cost $25.00 General Admission, $50.00 VIP Admission. $12.50 from each Adult ticket goes to support the Charities. Hurry tickets are limited.  River Spring Lodge is located at 1961A Church Road, Darien Center, NY 14040
585-708-4212

Aug 18-23    Camp Judah (Junior Camp)
Camp Hickory Hill

Jr. Camp Judah is a week long camp designed to provide a fun and exciting experience that encourages 8-12 year old campers to meet with God. The daily schedule includes chapel services focused on encountering God and discovering His plan for our lives as well as things like skill classes, free time and competition events

Aug 19-23    VBS - Soul Wars    FREE
Park Ridge Church

Vacation Bible School runs 6pm-8pm
There is a free dinner offered 5:30pm-6pm donations accepted

Aug 20    Teen Suicide Prevention Seminar   FREE
Youth For Christ, 1 Favor Street

  7:00 PM - 9:00 PM    Suicide is an epidemic in our country. One out of 14 high school students attempted suicide last year. It’s the second leading cause of death for teens and young adults, and affects kids as young as 10 years old.   There is a great need for spiritual healing in a world full of hurting people. It is critical that we all learn how to recognize the warning signs that someone may be considering suicide, especially those of us who work with youth.   The good news is YOU can help save a life! But we need to learn what to say and what not to say, so everyone will know they are loved, that there is hope, and that faith will triumph over death. Then God can do His healing work in the hearts of anyone considering ending their life.  This is a free event, but please register so we know how much food to order.

Aug 24    Married Couples Night Out
Lasertron, Henrietta, NY

​5:00 PM    As a husband or wife, we all have a desire to be covered, or protected by our spouse.  "Cover Me!" is an event designed to strengthen the integrity of our marriages in a fun and unique way!  Come out for a social evening of engagement, sharing and connection! And, dress comfortably; we're going in to take out the enemy!!!   Cost of $47.50  (per person) includes Social Activity, Food and Beverages, Laser tag, and a 1-month membership at Lasertron.

 Aug 24    Natalie Grant & Charlotte Gambill    CONCERT
Roberts Wesleyan College

Dare To Be is an annual one-night event designed for women of ALL ages. The brand-new theme for 2019 is "Speak To The Storm" and Natalie Grant and Charlotte Gambill prayerfully sculpt the night around worship, music, and two full Bible teaching sessions. At Dare To Be, women are able to experience the fullness of a multi-day women’s conference, but in an affordable, three-hour, one-night event. We encourage you to bring your friends, families, church groups and neighbors to experience an evening designed to encounter God and awaken your full potential in Christ.

SEPTEMBER

Sept 1    Make-A-Wish Charity Lawn Concert
Darien Center, NY

What could be better than an outside concert in the summertime? How about an outside Charity Lawn Concert with Fireworks over the water all at Beautiful River Spring Lodge in Darien Center! 
Sunday, September 1st, 2019, River Spring Ministries will be hosting a Charity Lawn Concert for Make-A-Wish.  A wish isn’t just a nice, heartwarming experience. It’s a necessity that gives kids the stamina to face their illness and fight it. When a wish is granted, a child replaces fear with confidence, sadness with joy and anxiety with hope. Put simply, we believe a single wish transforms lives.  The Original Red Osier will be at each event with their Food Truck, as well as Yummies Ice Cream.  Tickets are on sale now at www.riverspringlodge.com , once on the site click on “Music for Missions” Select the Benefit Concert that you would like to attend, and scroll down the page. Tickets cost $25.00 General Admission, $50.00 VIP Admission. $12.50 from each Adult ticket goes to support the Charities. Hurry tickets are limited.  River Spring Lodge is located at 1961A Church Road, Darien Center, NY 14040
585-708-4212

Sept 13    Tauren Wells    CONCERT
Browncroft Community Church

Sept 14    Women's Prayer Conference
Holiday Inn Downtown

10:00 am - 1:00 pm .   The Harvest is waiting. There is a world in need of God's Love, His Grace, His Power, His Salvation, and His Word. And, it's all wrapped up in YOU!   Join us for a time of praise and worship, prayer, and an impartation of the prophetic anointing.  The Lord has need of thee! Will you answer His Call?  Special guest: Prophetess Hestina Legette, Faith By Love Family Worship Church, Syracuse, NY.   Cost $23-$38

Sept 14    Sherry Ann, The Torchmen, Gloryway   CONCERT
Spencerport Bible Church

Sept 15    Rend Collective    CONCERT
Roberts Wesleyan College

Rend Collective is a Northern Irish Christian folk rock worship band originating from Bangor, Northern Ireland. The current lineup consists of Gareth Gilkeson, Chris Llewellyn, Ali Gilkeson, Patrick Thompson and Steve Mitchell.  In 2017 they released the Build Your Kingdom Here compilation followed by Good News in early 2018.  Rend Collective’s Good News more than lives up to its Gospel-inspired title. It’s the band’s most inspired and nuanced album, with creativity, energy and heart to spare. This spunky Irish group has created a folk-rock worship album opus that is a welcome bit of sunshine in the cold of winter, and one of the best things you’ll in all four seasons this year.

​Sept 21  Natl Day of Volunteer Youth Ministry Training
Hope Church

9:00 am - 11:30 am Hope Church has an invitation for all of our area youth pastors and other adults working with students in our awesome churches. Hope will be the local host location for the National Day of Volunteer Youth Ministry Training on Saturday, September 21 from 9 - 11:30am. Imagine TED-Talk-style training from 8 leading voices in youth ministry in one short morning as you gather with local youth pastors and volunteers. This 2.5-hour volunteer training event via video from Download Youth Ministry fits any budget, since there is just one registration fee of $109 (until July 16) for all of your youth leaders from your church. For more information, check the event website at  https://trainmyvolunteers.com/   and to register to attend at Hope Church, head to https://downloadyouthministry.brushfire.com/events/451651. ​​

Sept 21    Ken Davis Comedy
Roberts Wesleyan College

​Family Life presents a Night of Comedy with Ken Davis in Rochester, NY at Hale Auditorium, Roberts Wesleyan College . Ken Davis is one of the country’s most sought after motivational and inspirational speakers. His mixture of side-splitting humor and his powerful insights on living fully alive have inspired audiences around the world. Ken says, ” I love seeing auditoriums of people laugh until they require medical attention, I love to awaken in my audience the courage to raise above circumstances and the passion to live Fully Alive! Something tells me that the same desire burns in you as well.”
Tickets: AC – $20, GA – $15, Door – $18. Advance ticket sales will end the day before the show at noon. Doors open at 6 pm.

Sept 22    10th Annual Fall Festival   FREE
Park Ridge Free Methodist Church

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM   ​10th annual Fall Festival at Park Ridge Free Methodist Church, corner of Straub and Long Pond Roads in Greece. Free event for the community. Free hot dogs, popcorn, caramel apples, door prizes, special music, bounce houses for kids and teens, games, crafts AND MORE. Fun for the whole family.

OCTOBER

Oct 1    Currents Worship Night    FREE
Calvary Assembly

7:00 PM    Come and join us for a night of pure praise and worship! This is an event totally dedicated to chasing after God, and experiencing his Presence and heart. Refreshments will be provided afterwards, and childcare is also available. ASL interpreter provided.

Oct 3    Further Up & Further In Conference   
Zion Fellowship, Canandaigua

 The EF Tri-Regional Conference will be held at Zion Fellowship, featuring Eric Peoples of Legacy Church in Farmington, CT; Laurie Bolton, co-pastor of New Testament Christian Church in Greece, NY; and Jonas Cortes, youth pastor at Word of Life Christian Fellowship in Rochester, NY.    $35 registration, $40 after August 4.  Registration includes lunch.

Oct 12    Oil Change Ministry  FREE
Calvary Assembly

Come out on Saturday, October 13th to receive a FREE oil change applied by volunteers from our church family. This ministry has been created to bless the single parents, widows/widowers, and military spouses in our community.  Sign up in advance online.

​OCT 18   Switchfoot    CONCERT
Roberts Wesleyan College

Switchfoot is an American rock band from San Diego, California. After early successes in the Christian rock scene, Switchfoot first gained mainstream recognition with the inclusion of four of their songs in the 2002 movie A Walk to Remember. This recognition led to their major label debut, The Beautiful Letdown, which was released in 2003 and featured the hits "Meant to Live" and "Dare You to Move". The album sold over 2.6 million copies. They have since been noted for their energetic live shows, and their seventh studio album Hello Hurricane received a Grammy award in 2011 for Best Rock or Rap Gospel Album.

Oct 22    Pastor's Conference    FREE
Family Life Network, Bath, NY

8:45 AM - 2:00 PM    Pastors Conference with Chip Ingram. Pastors are invited to enjoy the ministry and teaching of Chip Ingram.  Chip Ingram’s passion is helping Christians really live like Christians. As a pastor, author, and teacher for more than three decades, Chip has helped believers around the world move from spiritual spectators to healthy, authentic disciples of Jesus by living out God’s truth in their lives and relationships in transformational ways.  A continental breakfast and hot lunch will be provided. This is a free event for all pastors. Doors open at 8 AM.  Attendees must register in advance.  The deadline to register for this conference is Tuesday, October 15. Register online or call Family Life 800.927.9083.

NOVEMBER

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Nov 1-3    BASICcon:  College and Young Adult Conference
​Rochester, NY

Join over 700 college students and young adults for a weekend of passionate worship, dynamic teaching and life-changing ministry! This high energy event is one of the largest of its kind in the Northeast, drawing students from dozens of universities and churches.  BASICcon is the national conference held by BASIC College Ministries. This event is held regularly each spring and fall in Rochester, NY. BASIC stands for “Brothers and Sisters in Christ.” BASIC College Ministries’ mission is to serve and equip local churches to help college students succeed in college and life. This is accomplished by resourcing them to start chapters that meet weekly on over 30 campuses across the Northeast. 

Nov 2    Iron Sharpens Iron - Conference for Men
​Greece Assembly of God

Iron Sharpens Iron is a first class one-day equipping conference for men of all ages!Emerging Men (ages 13-19) Pioneering Men (ages 20-29) Full Throttle Men (ages 30-54) Seasoned Men (ages 55+) . Early Group (10 or more):  $45 – Student or Active Military:  $29 – Early Individual:  $53 – Standard:  $59. Lunch:  $8

Nov 7-9   Saturate Youth Event
Elim Gospel Church

Saturate is a life changing event created for youth groups. The goal of this conference is one thing; to saturate you in the presence and love of God. At Saturate you will you connect with God, have fun and build lasting relationships.

DECEMBER

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2020 EVENTS
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Feb 7, 2020    Night to Shine
​Cross Creek Church

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM .   Night to Shine is an unforgettable prom night experience centered on God’s love for people with special needs ages 14 and older.  This year’s event was Friday, February 8, 2019.  Churches from around the world hosted 90,000 honored guests with the support of 175,000 volunteers!  Night to Shine 2020 will be held on February 7, 2020.  Registration for Honored Guests is expected to open in November 2019!

March 7, 2020    American Spiritual Ensemble
The Cultural Life Center at Roberts Wesleyan College

7:00 PM    The American Spiritual Ensemble is a critically-acclaimed professional group composed of some of the finest singers in the classical music world. The vocalists have thrilled audiences around the world with their dynamic renditions of classic spirituals and Broadway numbers.    "The prodigious voices of the North American group the American Spiritual Ensemble made the audience tremble with emotions this past Sunday at the plaza of Santa Maria la Real, of Najera... The forcefulness and sheer power of the voices and the impressive timbre and sounds were almost too much to imagine. They created a warm ambiance and the audience surrendered with applause."- La Rioja - Logroño, Spain

March 2020   Leading Today's Church - What Now?  
Northeastern Seminary

Coming in March 2020, Brooke Hempell, Barna Senior VP of Research, will speak on the key spiritual, cultural and generational trends that are influencing the Christian faith today, and how to prepare yourself and your organization for the future.

April 18, 2020   HER Impact
​Elim Fellowship

Join hundreds of other women for a one day conference crafted to help you encounter Jesus and launch you into your destiny. Come and be empowered, celebrated and equipped to walk in the fullness that God has for you.

July 26-29, 2020    Kingdom Bound
Darien Lake, NY

Kingdom Bound Ministries exists to present the Gospel through a variety of art forms including concerts, outreaches and an annual performing arts festival; to bring people to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ and to encourage and equip believers in their walk with God.

July 20-31, 2020    Summer Ministry Camp
Northeastern Seminary at RWC

Transform your God-given passion into world-changing service.  Join high school students from across North America, on the campus of Roberts Wesleyan College, and gain exposure to the wide variety of ways that the love of Jesus is transforming lives. Explore the great things God has in store for your life while learning about impactful ministries in and outside of the church.