The choirs of Two Rivers UMC and Church of Peace UCC will present three musical anthems in worship on April 26. 
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Combined choirs April 26
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New resources for kids and youth
There are new resources for available for kids and youth to enrich their spiritual life. The youth devotional Devozine (combined Devotional and Magazine) and kids devotional Pockets are now available in the west entrance with the newsletters and brochures.These are also the resources that are used on Wednesday nights for Ywo Rivers Youth and Two Rivers Kids. The Kids Club meets from 7-8 in the Nursery. Kids in grades K-5 are invited to come to engage in the Bible study, activities, games, and play time. The Kids Club Book Club will be starting shortly.
Two Rivers Youth meets from 7-8 in the Movie Theater. Complete with couches, snacks, and games, Two Rivers Youth divides the hour in half with games and discussion. The Devozine readings are written by young people for youth. They provide a stimulating starting point for group discussions.
Wednesday Nights at Two Rivers will continue to meet through May with the following schedule:
5:30 Dinner
6:00 Happy Hearts Dance and Bell Choir
7:00 Sanctuary Choir, Two Rivers Youth and Two Rivers Kids
If you would like to add to the Wednesday night experience by leading a Bible study, or some other small group, contact the church office at 309-788-9384,
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Country-Western Night April 18
On Saturday, April 18 at 3:30, Two Rivers will have a day featuring both kinds of music: Country AND Western. At 3:30, an experienced line-dancing instructor will be in Epworth Hall to give basic lessons. At 4:30, a square dance caller will take over. at 5:30, we’ll have a meal. These two different experienced instructors will be on hand to make sure everyone is having a great time. The afternoon promises to be a fun event for first-timers and savvy dancers alike. Spectators and “People Watchers” are welcome too. Don’t worry about the ten-gallon hat or boots, just bring a pair of shoes that will glide across the tile. And don’t forget to invite a friend.
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Youth Retreat at Camp Milan Apr 24-25
In partnership with the Illinois Great Rivers Camping Ministries, Camp Milan will host a youth retreat on April 24-25. The event begins at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, April 24, and ends at 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 25. It is hoped that about 50 youth and adults will come to the event from churches from around the district.
Worship will be led by Rob Leveridge. The preacher will be Rev. Sharon L. S. Cook. Leveridge is an experienced worship leader who has recently relocated to the Quad Cities. You can listen to his music at http://robleveridge.bandcamp.com/. Cook is the director of camping ministries in the Wisconsin Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church.
The theme of the event is “Arts in the Spirit,” and participants will be encouraged to think of ways that creating art can be a spiritual exercise. There will be opportunities for youth to explore their creativity and strengthen their prayer life.
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March Movie Matinee
Join us on March 21 at 2:00pm for a wonderful March Movie Matinee!We will be showing
Tim Rice & Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Classic Family Musical
“Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat”
This movie showing is free and open to the public.
Popcorn and water will be provided.
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2015 Lenten Noontime Concert Series
The 2015 Lenten Noontime Concert Series of Two Rivers United Methodist Church, Rock Island will begin its 24th season on Wednesday, February 25, at 12:15 p.m. in the church Sanctuary.
The series will begin with an appearance by The RiverBend Bronze Handbell Ensemble. This group is directed by Larry Peterson of Augustana College and is a community-based ensemble that has presented several concerts in the area.
Michael Wahlman, Cello and Robert Elfline, Piano will be playing for us on March 4.
The Rock Island High School Chamber Singers will return to the series on March 11. They are directed by Scott Voight and accompanied by Cheryl Bolt.
Gregory Etzel, Baritone will sing on March 18. Gregory, a native of Moline and former member of Two Rivers Church, is the Director of Music at St. Mary’s Cathedral in Peoria, and also is a member of the River Valley Brass Quintet and the Peoria Municipal Band.
Edgar Crockett, Trumpet, and David Holcomb, Piano will present the program on March 25. Edgar holds a Ph.D. in composition from the University of Iowa and is currently a professor of music at Black Hawk College, Moline. Dave is a well-known pianist, having performed at many venues in the Quad City Area.
On April 1, our last concert of the season, Stephen Steely, Organ will perform for us. Stephen is the Director of Music at First Lutheran Church, Moline and Temple Emmanuel, Davenport, and also plays for several Sunday Masses at St. Plus Church in Rock Island.
The Lenten Noontime Concert Series is presented by the church for the enjoyment of its members, those who work in the downtown Rock Island area, for the retired, and for all those who love great music. The concerts begin at 12:15 P.M. and last approximately one/half hour and will take place in the church Sanctuary. The concerts are free of charge, but freewill donations will be gladly accepted.
