Riverside Church Budapest was started in the fall of 2014 by Dave and Karmi Buckley. We knew going into this term that we would be a part of the team that would plant this new international church. We basically assumed the role of associate pastors/youth pastors in late 2014. Riverside Church grew from a handful of people to an average attendance of around 225, with a high of over 250. Of course, during the COVID lockdowns we went to online services. Once the restrictions eased, we began in-person services and were around 100 in attendance. Attendance slowly increased over a few months. Also, beginning in September, 2021 we began the renovation of an old disco. After months of work, we moved into our new facility in April of 2022. Attendance at the first service was 250. Sunday morning attendance at Riverside is now over 300.
This is truly an international church, as many nationalities are represented in the congregation. There are also many who pass through the church once or twice when they are in Budapest for business or vacation.
We are thankful for the opportunity we were given to help plant this church, for the many friendships that were developed, and the opportunities to minister to so many who passed through the doors of RCB from 2014 - 2023.
God continues to do great things at Riverside Church Budapest!
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