NYC Coronavirus Health Emergency Forces Cancellation Of Roosevelt Island In Person Religious Services - Online Streaming Available For Cabrini And Mosaic Churches

The Roosevelt Island Jewish Congregation (RIJC) reported yesterday the cancellation of Friday services and programs due to the Coronavirus health emergency.

Today, the NY Archdiocese announced

In light of the continued concern surrounding the coronavirus, and the advice of medical experts, all Masses in the Archdiocese of New York will be canceled beginning this weekend, March 14-15, 2020. https://t.co/5nXy6Mehfi

— Archdiocese of NY (@NY_Arch) March 14, 2020

which includes Roosevelt Island's

St Francis Xavier Cabrini Church. Father Richard Baker of East River Catholics adds that Sunday Mass will be streamed online from their Facebook Page:

Mass will be aired at Noon from our Church on First Avenue on Facebook.

The Mosaic Roosevelt Island Church (formerly known as Hope) is also cancelling it's in person Sunday Service and streaming it live.

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Hope Church Hosts Roosevelt Island Egg Hunt Saturday April 20 At Firefighers Field - 10 Thousand Eggs To Be Picked Up Filled With Candy

Hope Church is hosting the annual Roosevelt Island Egg Hunt at Firefighters Field.

10,000 EGGS!
Don't forget to sign-up for the Egg Hunt on 4-20 @ 11:00am at Firefighters Field. https://t.co/UIIYZ8uBW4 pic.twitter.com/RO9ZMcWoSl

— Hope Covenant Church (@HopeCovNYC) April 17, 2019

According to Hope Church:

Join neighbors from the surrounding area for an island Egg Hunt. Gather at Firefighters park (across from 405 Main Street) for a free egg hunt. Get ready for some live music, kids activities, snacks, and 10,000 Eggs filled with candy!

We will also be raffling fun prize baskets from our local Roosevelt Island businesses. This is your place to purchase your discount raffle tickets below. The day of prices will go up!

Here are some scenes from 2018 Egg Hunt.



Past eggs hunts hosted by Hope Church and before them, the Roosevelt Island Residents Association (RIRA), here.

UPDATE 4/20, 10:55 AM - According to the Hope Church:

Parents and Guardians,

Sorry for the change, but we will postpone until 4PM today

We will still meet at (Firefighters field) at 4PM

Hope to see everyone there.

Get out those rain boots! It will be a messy (and memorable) egg hunt!

UPDATE 7:20 PM - After a few hours delay due to the rain earlier this morning the Roosevelt Island Egg Hunt took place with approximately 500 families taking part.

Here are some scenes.

Anticipation before start of Roosevelt Island Egg Hunt at Firefighters Field. pic.twitter.com/JqUcbDLnUd

— Roosevelt Islander (@Rooseveltisland) April 20, 2019

Countdown to Roosevelt Island Egg Hunt and then it begins. pic.twitter.com/i4a0qLtneX

— Roosevelt Islander (@Rooseveltisland) April 20, 2019

Arial timelapse...🐣🥚🐰 pic.twitter.com/6Iis6bpEhX

— 007Myy (@NYTTYTTYY) April 20, 2019

After the rush to pick up as many eggs as possible, I witnessed a very nice act of kindness by one young Roosevelt Islander. A boy named Matthew learned that a friend was upset because she was not able to get many eggs. Matthew took some of the eggs in his basket and slipped them into his friend's basket - Well done Matthew!

Roosevelt Island Hope Church Hosting Back To School Carnival Sunday September 23 At Good Shepherd Plaza - You're Invited

Roosevelt Island Hope Church is hosting a Back To School Carnival and all members of the Roosevelt Island community are invited to attend.

DATE CHANGE! September 23rd we're throwing a massive back to school carnival for the whole community! Join us in Good Shepherd Plaza, surrounding the chapel, for carnival games, eats, raffles, contests and more! pic.twitter.com/affxagKsLy

— Hope RICC (@HopeRooseveltNY) August 28, 2018

According to Roosevelt Island Hope Church Pastor Dan Sadlier:

Parents and Guardians,

Last year we were able to host a carnival on the Island called Family Fest. This year we want to do much of the same as we celebrate the new school year here on the island.

Join us for carnival games, face painting, a dunk tank, water balloon wars, cotton candy, food prizes and so much more! In addition this round we are raising awareness and support for Roosevelt Island's "Child School".

There will be many free activities for parents and children, with additional games and more at a low cost. CLICK HERE. There will also be additional activity tickets sold on the day of the event. We look forward to celebrating the Back To School season with you.

Please let us know you are coming ON FACEBOOK.

When: Sunday September 23rd immediately following our 11:30AM service

What: Back to School Carnival - carnival games, water balloon fight, face painting, cotton candy, popcorn, FREE FOOD, dunk tank and raffles - in support of after school programming at "The Child School and Legacy High School"

Who: Hope Church is hosting the event

Where: Good Shepherd Plaza (543 Main Street)

Tickets: There will be plenty of FREE events but we will be selling games and snacks tickets to help raise funds for the Child’s School.

UPDATE 8:30 PM:

BACK TO SCHOOL CARNIVAL is tomorrow! It's your last chance to get up to 15 free tickets for the The Dunk Tank, Prizes, Laser Tag, Cotton Candy and more!

Get your tickets here - https://t.co/EEBYPWyvx9#FreeFood #Lasertag #RooseveltIsland #Dunktank #Cottoncandy pic.twitter.com/KBYQtIPK3e

— Hope RICC (@HopeRooseveltNY) September 22, 2018

Roosevelt Island Center Of Community Development & Beacon Program Free Little League Baseball Season Begins April 15 - Still Time To Register And Play Ball, Volunteer Coaches Needed Too

Roosevelt Island Hope Church Pastor Dan Sadlier reports the Roosevelt Island Center of Community Development (RICCD) Little League baseball season begins it's third season on April 15.

This spring, the Roosevelt Island Center of Community Development will host our third year of island wide little league.

In partnership with Beacon, the league will include 3 different age groups; minors (5-6), majors (7-9yrs old) and seniors (10-13yrs old), with the intent of expanding to other age groups in the coming years.

Children and their parents can expect a well-planned, 10 game season. The RICCD little league will include an opening day parade, a pre-season parent's gathering, an all-star game, and the league will finish strong with a playoff and little league championship game. Little League opening day and parade are on April 15th.

In addition, the league has focused on recruiting high character parents, young professionals, and others leaders from the community who are ready to invest much of their spring into launching this new neighborhood little-league. Register online at http://www.riccd.com/recreation/

So far, over 160 kids have signed up to play. There is room for about 10 more players and 2-3 more volunteer coaches too.

Register here.

Have fun Playing Ball



on



Roosevelt Island's Field of Dreams.

Scenes From Today's Roosevelt Island Egg Hunt At Firefighters Field Hosted By Hope Church

Firefighters Field

was packed this morning with young children and their parents

for the Roosevelt Island Egg Hunt hosted this year by the Hope Roosevelt Island Covenant Church.

Egg Hunters were greeted by a very friendly bunny

and waited patiently, but with great anticipation,

for the festivities to begin



An estimated 500 people attended the

Egg Hunt

and a good time

was had by all.

Roosevelt Island Easter Services At St Francis Xavier Cabrini and Hope Church

Roosevelt Island Easter services are being held at St Francis Xavier Cabrini Church (504 Main Street)

and Hope Roosevelt Island Covenant Church.

According to Roosevelt Island Hope Church Pastor Dan Sadlier

Hope Church Easter Weekend 2018

You are invited to join neighbors, friends, and family for Hope Churches annual Easter Celebration. Pick from one of two identical services (11:30AM and 1PM) on Sunday April 1st, for an hour of music, teaching, some good laughs, and a chance to celebrate the holiday with those from the neighborhood and city. Both services will be held at 543 Main Street. There will be a free community-wide meal immediately following the 1PM service. In addition you are welcome to join us for additional Easter week gatherings

• Good Friday Service | Friday March 30th @ 7:30PM | 543 Main Street (lower level)
• Egg Hunt | Saturday March 31st @ 11AM | Firefighters Park (Register:http://www.hopericc.org/events/egghunt )
• Easter Celebration | April 1st @ 11:30AM and 1PM | 543 Main Street (community-wide meal after the 1PM)

No info about Easter Service at Church of the Good Shepherd.

Dayspring Church info here (851 Main Street, behind Octagon building).

Hope Church Hosts 2018 Roosevelt Island Egg Hunt Saturday March 31 At Firefighters Field - Please Register For Event

Roosevelt Island Hope Church Pastor Dan Sadlier reports:

Hope Church hosts 2018 Free Island Egg Hunt

Join neighbors from the surrounding area for an island Egg Hunt. Gather at Firefighters park (405 Main Street) on Saturday March 31 for a free egg hunt. Get ready for some live music, kids activities, snacks, and 10,000 Eggs filled with candy! To register your children go to http://www.hopericc.org/events/egghunt

Image From Hope Church

Here are some scenes from the 2017 Roosevelt Island Residents Association (RIRA) egg hunt



on the Manhattan Park lawn.

The annual Roosevelt Island egg hunt overcomes near-freezing temperatures and gale-force winds https://t.co/6rSwFr8ow4

— Nick Turner (@NewsyNick) April 2, 2017

Have fun.

You're Invited To Roosevelt Island Hope Church Annual Candlelight Christmas Service Sunday December 17 At Good Shepherd

Roosevelt Island Hope Church Pastor Dan Sadlier reports:

Join us for Hope's annual Candlelight Christmas Service. Every year Hope gathers to celebrate the story of Christmas and its implications on life today in NYC. Celebrate the Christmas season with family and friends from around the city by joining us at our 4:30PM family friendly celebration with a catered meal to follow.

Sunday, December 17th | 4:30PM
Chapel of the Good Shepherd | 543 Main Street
Hopericc.org

More information about the Roosevelt Island Hope Church available at their web site.

You're Invited To Roosevelt Island Hope Church Fall Festival On Sunday October 29 - Pumpkins, Donuts, Cider, Face Painting, Pie Eating, Carnival Games & More

Fall Fest is Sunday at 4:30pm. Share this post w/friends & family https://t.co/VLdUmtAlcc. For weather updates see https://t.co/BMLlKXvPOO. pic.twitter.com/Ega91ufYav

— Hope RICC (@HopeRooseveltNY) October 24, 2017

Roosevelt Island Hope Church Pastor Dan Sadlier reports:

Join Hope Roosevelt Island this Sunday, October 29th for a shortened Sunday celebration and Fall Fest After Party.

Get ready for pumpkins, donuts, cider, face painting, pie eating contests, and photo booth, along with carnival games where you and friends can win some great prizes.

Win a trip to the Poconos and one of the many gift baskets. Join us for free food, live music, and karaoke. All are welcome.

The night begins at 4:30PM inside The Chapel Of The Good Shepherd at 543 Main Street. Invite friends and family, and make sure to register today to get your free food tickets...

Fall Fest (hosted by Hope Church)
Sunday, October 29th
Night begins at 4:30PM
543 Main Street
Hopericc.org

Roosevelt Island Hope Church Invites You To Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival Wednesday October 4 - Please RSVP

Roosevelt Island Hope Church Pastor Dan Sadlier reports:

Come celebrate the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival with us on a Roosevelt Island rooftop! Enjoy free food (moon cakes, of course), games, and live music!

Wednesday, October 4, 2017
7:00pm-10:00pm

Rooftop Lounge 405 Main Street New York, NY, 10044
RSVP online.

More info here.

Scenes From Yesterday's Roosevelt Island Hope Church Community Festival - Games, Food, Music, Dunk Tank & Epic Water Balloon Fight

On a beautiful late Sunday afternoon yesterday, the Roosevelt Island Hope Church hosted a free neighborhood summer festival at Good Shepherd Plaza with a community meal

carnival games enjoyed by young

and slightly older,

cotton candy,

and a dunk tank with Pastor Dan Sadlier the target.

Here are some scenes from the Dunk Tank (soccer coach John Palladino was also dunked),



the EPIC Water Balloon Fight,



music performance



and more.



Good times.

Roosevelt Island Hope Church Hosting Free Summer Festival Sunday July 9 - You're Invited To Neighborhood Party At Good Shepherd Plaza For Food, Carnival Games, Dunk Tank & Water Balloon Fight

Hope Church July Events - https://t.co/mvC7kPXDLl

— Hope RICC (@HopeRooseveltNY) July 6, 2017

Roosevelt Island Hope Church is hosting a free summer festival and all members of the Roosevelt Island community are invited to attend. According to Roosevelt Island Hope Church Pastor Dan Sadlier:

At Hope we believe that our neighborhood, as well as our city is only as good as the next generation. If the next generation is thriving emotionally, physically, socially, and spiritually than usually the overall community is as well. This is why investing in the next generation (Birth-25yrs) is one of our largest priorities at Hope Church. This happens throughout the year in various ways, from our weekly kids programming every Sunday at 4:30PM, to social events, mentoring programs, retreats, and global trips. We want Hope Church to be a people and a place where Roosevelt Island kids, as well as youth living around the city can flourish, having a community of peers and adults supporting, encouraging, and empowering them every step of the way.

This Sunday is another one of those moments where we have planned an event for all of Roosevelt Island, but with families and their children especially on our minds.

Join us for our first summer family fest immediately following our 4:30PM service. We will be throwing a neighborhood party in the Chapel square. The family fest includes live music, a community wide meal, carnival games, and a dunk tank. You won’t want to miss it! In addition registration for the island’s largest water balloon fight will begin at 4:15PM just before our Sunday family friendly service. All activities are free to the community. If you haven't yet had the chance to experience a Hope service this would be the perfect summer weekend.

Hope Church Family Fest
Sunday July 9th @ 4:30PM
543 Main Street | Good Shepherd Chapel & Square

Click here from more info.

Hope Church Roosevelt Island Has A Family Mission Says Pastor Dan Sadlier

Pastor Dan Sadlier describes the Roosevelt Island Hope Church missional community activities.

The story of 1 of our 3 missional communities @HopeRooseveltNY #churchasfamily #mainstreet #rooseveltisland https://t.co/lnWEfg2qRq

— Dan Sadlier (@dansadlier) September 15, 2015

More information on the Roosevelt Island Hope Church at their web site.

Best Wishes For A Happy Roosevelt Island Easter - From Doctor Who, Fred Astaire and Judy Garland & President Obama

Best wishes for a Happy Roosevelt Island Easter.

Image From Free All Pictures

From Doctor Who.



Put on your Easter Bonnet and Celebrate with Fred Astaire and Judy Garland.



An Easter and Passover message from President Obama

"To all Christians celebrating…Happy Easter." —President Obama: http://t.co/DHnWucPqYX
— The White House (@WhiteHouse) April 5, 2015

and a history of Easter.



More information on Roosevelt Island Christian organizations available at:

• Church of the Good Shepherd,
• St Francis Xavier Cabrini Church,
• Hope Church Roosevelt Island and
• Dayspring Church.

Hope Church Forming On Roosevelt Island - Community Dinner And Preview Service Sunday January 12

Roosevelt Island resident Drew Hyun reports that the Hope Church Roosevelt Island will be hosting a community dinner and preview service 4:30 PM Sunday January 12,  at the Good Shepherd Chapel.

Image From Hope Church Roosevelt Island

More information on the Hope Church Roosevelt Island available at their web site.

Roosevelt Island Hope Church Christmas Candle Lighting Service & Community Dinner 4:30 PM December 22 At Good Shepherd

Roosevelt Island resident Drew Hyun reports that the Hope Church Roosevelt Island will be conducting a Christmas candle lighting and community dinner on December 22 at the Good Shepherd Chapel (4:30 PM).

More information on the Hope Church Roosevelt Island available at their web site.

Low Cost Meals For Roosevelt Island Residents From Family Table Food Ministries Provided By Hope Church Roosevelt Island - December Menu Now Available, Orders Must Be Placed By December 10

Roosevelt Island resident Jim Bates reports on a new low cost food buying option for Roosevelt Islanders. 

I have now assumed the role of contact person for Family Table Food Ministries on Roosevelt Island provided by Hope Church Roosevelt Island.

The way the service works is that once a month a menu is distributed with a deadline for ordering and a pick up location at the Seniors Center (546 Main Street). The December menu is located below and includes pricing as well as item information.

According to Family Table Food Ministries:

Our Mission is to partner with churches, companies and civic-minded Host Sites to provide families and individuals with affordable food and to make a difference in your community, one food box at a time.

Regardless of our income level, most of us are searching for value and money saving ideas to stretch our food dollars at home. The family food budget is one of the largest costs in a household. Our food boxes offer a unique solution to cutting household costs without sacrificing food quality.

How It Works

Family Table Food Ministries puts together a menu each month designed to feed a family of four for a week, or a single individual for nearly a month. We then sell the items as a monthly food box at a deeply discounted price. These food boxes are not a hand-out but an opportunity for those who want to stretch their dollar. Our boxes can contain over 20 lbs of nutritious, top quality food and may include beef, chicken, seafood, sometimes pork, vegetables, fruit, snack items, juices and other items....

Here's what's included in the December Family Box For $38

and the rest of the December  Menu.

The delivery distribution date for December orders is December 21. Orders must be submitted by December 10. Click here to order online or call in person 347-985-7540.

More information on Family Table Food Ministries available at their web site.

Hope Church Forming On Roosevelt Island - Preview Service and Thanksgiving Community Dinner November 24

Roosevelt Island resident Drew Hyun reports that a new church is being formed on Roosevelt Island. The Hope Church Roosevelt Island will be conducting a preview service and Thanksgiving Community Dinner on November 24 at the Good Shepherd Chapel.

More information on the Hope Church Roosevelt Island available at their web site.

Roosevelt Island Songs of Christmas Hope Concert - Friday, December 14th

Roosevelt Island Disabled Association (RIDA) President Jim Bates reports:

The Roosevelt Island Disabled Association is sponsoring a Christmas concert sing a long at the Good Shepherd Church Main Street, Roosevelt Island,NY time is 7:30. Refreshments to follow

Hope Church NYC will be providing the music and program:

Come for a wonderful time of celebrating the season with Christmas Carols, Dance, Poetry, Home-made Cookies, and more.

This event is sponsored by the Roosevelt Island Disabled Association with music and program from Hope Church NYC.