First Time Guests

Parking is available around all sides of the church buildings, including Coral Gables Parking Lot #19, located on the west side of the church.

We invite you to enter the sanctuary through the Sunset Drive entrance, where bulletins will be available at the back as you arrive. As you are greeted, please feel free to ask any questions. We are always glad to help and welcome you.

At Riviera Presbyterian Church, worship is rooted in a traditional style that invites reverence, participation, and community. You may choose either a printed bulletin or a digital bulletin on your device to follow the Order of Service and sing along with the hymns.

If you are a first-time visitor, we would be grateful if you would fill out the Friendship Pad or scan the QR code in the bulletin. This information allows our pastor to connect with you and welcome you more personally into the life of Riviera.

Families with small children are invited to sit in the Prayground area, where you will find resources to help your child experience what is happening in worship through play. We encourage you to guide your child in using these materials as a way to reflect on and engage with the worship service.

At Riviera Presbyterian Church, Communion is celebrated on the first Sunday of each month, and all are welcome at Christ’s table. Whether you come with long-held faith, questions, or simply a seeking heart, you are invited to share in this sacred meal.

At the same time, please feel entirely at ease if you choose not to participate. We honor each person’s journey, and we want everyone to feel comfortable, respected, and welcomed in worship.

Following worship, we invite you to gather in the Narthex for refreshments, treats, and conversation during our cherished time of fellowship known as “Holy Grounds.” This is a wonderful opportunity to meet our pastor, connect with members of the congregation, and enjoy the warmth of our church community.

At Riviera, we want every person who enters our doors to feel seen, welcomed, and at home. While our members do their best to greet those who may be visiting for the first time, we are human and may sometimes miss the chance. If you are new, please introduce yourself and let us know. We would be grateful for the opportunity to welcome you personally.