River City Vineyard
River City Vineyard is a downtown Sarnia, Ontario church and community centre offering casual contemporary Sunday worship (main service Sundays at 10am), family-friendly children’s programs, fellowship (coffee and bagels), and a range of local outreach services — including housing assistance, a food bank, shelter improvements (bed capsule project), fundraising events (Coldest Night of the Year), and partnerships with local organizations to support people experiencing homelessness and addiction.
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Last updated on Feb 7th, 2026
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Coldest Night of the Year 2026 fundraiser
River City Vineyard's Coldest Night of the Year 2026 walk took place on 2026-02-28, raising $42,991.00 and surpassing its $35,000.00 goal with 81 registered walkers and broad local support. Donations are still accepted on the organization's website until 2026-03-31, and photos from the event can be emailed to rcard@rcv.org.
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CNOY event
River City Vineyard is hosting the CNOY walk on 2026-02-28 with sign in at 4:00 PM and a 5:00 PM kickoff in the gymnasium. The campaign has already reached 108 percent of its fundraising goal, and same day registration is available at the gym; visit https://www.cnoy.org/sarniamittonvillage for details.
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Fundraising goal reached
River City Vineyard announced they reached their fundraising goal on 2026-02-25, three days ahead of schedule, and will celebrate with walkers and volunteers on Saturday, 2026-02-28. The message thanks supporters and uses #CNOY2026 to share updates and community reactions.
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Staff/Member appreciation post
On 2026-02-25 River City Vineyard shared a short, heartfelt video reel that says "What a joy its been to have her around! #Love #miracles". The post reads as a staff or member appreciation moment, perfect for followers who want to celebrate or leave supportive comments.
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Yearly fundraising progress update
River City Vineyard reports they are less than $500 away from their annual fundraising goal with three days left, and they link to www.cnoy.org/sarniamittonvillage for donations. This is an urgent appeal to help the campaign meet its target before 2026-02-28.
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Poem of gratitude by Audrey Kelway
Audrey Kelway posted a short devotional poem via River City Vineyard on 2026-02-25 that moves from isolation to rescue and ends with the line "Thank you Jesus!". The piece reads as a testimony aimed at people in crisis, offering gratitude and compassion without asking for anything in return.
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Coldest Night of the Year Route Sponsorship
River City Vineyard named C.E. Technology Solutions Ltd. as Route Sponsor for the Coldest Night of the Year walks, supporting signage setup and driving the 2 km and 5 km routes. The campaign is at 94 percent of its goal with four days to go, making February 28 2026 a key day to support the final push. Visit https://cetechltd.ca/ to learn about the sponsor.
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Congratulatory post
River City Vineyard published a short uplifting celebratory reel on 2026-02-24 that encourages anyone who achieved something to feel seen and supported. The post uses tags like #love, #hope, #future, and #miracles to invite warm responses and sharing among a general audience.
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Coldest Night of the Year fundraising event
River City Vineyard's Coldest Night of the Year walk is on February 28, the team is at 86 percent of a $35,000 goal with 66 walkers signed up and less than $5,000 to go. Sign up or donate online at the campaign page or give directly through the secure donation link, donations of $20.00 or more receive a tax receipt.
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Tonight, door tickets available ($12 cash)
River City Vineyard is hosting a ticketed evening on 2026-02-14 with door tickets sold for $12 cash only. The hosts say all are welcome and the tone is relaxed and friendly; check with the venue if you need exact start time or accessibility details before you go.
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Back on his feet update
River City Vineyard posted an upbeat recovery update on 2026-02-13 with the message "back on his feet!!! Doing amazing!" and the hashtags #miracles and #love. The entry is a brief social reel style update that celebrates a positive health milestone; check River City Vineyard on their social channels to watch the full reel or see follow up posts.
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Coldest Night of the Year Fundraiser
River City Vineyard is inviting walkers and donors to its Coldest Night of the Year fundraiser on Saturday, February 28, 2026. The team has 63 walkers signed up and has reached 74 percent of its fundraising goal, aiming to grow to 100 walkers; raise $150 or $75 for kids to earn a toque or donate $20.00 or more to receive a tax receipt.
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Latte fundraiser for United Way
River City Vineyard asks you to buy a latte at Coffee Culture today — for every latte sold, $1.00 will be donated to United Way of Sarnia-Lambton to support local organizations.
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Coldest Night of the Year Fundraiser
Join River City Vineyard's Coldest Night of the Year fundraiser on February 28, 2026, in Sarnia, Ontario, and help raise funds while having a chance to win gift cards donated by Giresi’s Pizza!
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Worship Style and Community Practices
River City Vineyard offers a casual worship experience with contemporary music, engaging messages, and a welcoming community atmosphere.
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Sunday Morning Service at River City Vineyard
Join us for Sunday Morning Service at River City Vineyard in Sarnia, Ontario, every Sunday at 10 AM, where you'll experience worship, fellowship, and a special kids' room.
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Contact Information for River City Vineyard
Contact River City Vineyard at 260 Mitton St. N, Sarnia, Ontario, for assistance, with phone and email options available.
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River City Vineyard Contact Information
River City Vineyard, located at 260 Mitton St. N, Sarnia, Ontario, offers community services and can be contacted at 519-383-8463 or via email at vineyard@rcv.org.
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River City Vineyard Church Online Donation
Donate to River City Vineyard Church to support outreach programs and ministries, with options for eTransfer and cheque donations.
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Bed Capsules Project Funding Needs
The Bed Capsules Project by River City Vineyard seeks funding to provide safe sleeping spaces, with a total need of $36,000 for 24 beds, and is collaborating with Lambton College for support.
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Sunday Church Services
Join us for Sunday Church Services at River City Vineyard every Sunday at 10 AM, featuring a Kids Program, Worship, Teaching, and Fellowship.
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Shelter Levels and Mission of River City Vineyard
River City Vineyard is dedicated to helping the homeless by providing three levels of shelter, aiming to fulfill their mission of supporting those in need.
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River City Vineyard Mission and Services
River City Vineyard is dedicated to providing shelter, food, and clothing to those in need, embodying a mission of community support and justice distribution.
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Emergency Food Bank Needs
River City Vineyard's emergency food bank is in urgent need of non-perishable food items to support community members in need, with no ID required for assistance.
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Hygiene Supplies Request
River City Vineyard is requesting donations of essential hygiene supplies to assist individuals in need, including items like shampoo, soap, and feminine hygiene products.