About The River
The River is a African Methodist Episcopal church located at 42 Court Street, Hackensack, NJ, 07601. You can reach The River at +12014877659.
Where is The River located?
The River is located at 42 Court Street, Hackensack, NJ, 07601. The building sits at coordinates 40.87908, -74.04209, placing it in Hackensack, NJ 07601.
Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.
- Public parking 187 ft
- Public parking 285 ft
- Public parking 305 ft
- Public parking 318 ft
- Public parking 371 ft
- Solari's · italian 230 ft
- Vitality Bowls Superfood Cafe 531 ft
- Tikka Shack Indian Grub · indian 554 ft
- Starbucks · coffee_shop 646 ft
Nearby places drawn from OpenStreetMap, May 31, 2026.
The neighborhood around The River
The ZIP code 07601 area around The River is home to 45,758 residents with a median household income of $79,133 and a median age of 40.0 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.
US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 five-year estimates.
What to expect at a service at The River
Methodists worship with a blend of structured liturgy and heartfelt singing — a Wesleyan inheritance.
- Service length is about an hour. Expect hymn singing, readings, prayers, a sermon, and often Holy Communion.
- Communion is an "open table" — anyone seeking Christ is welcome to receive.
- Dress is casual to business-casual.
Generalized notes for first-time visitors. Individual churches vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.
Your Sunday at The River
Questions and answers about The River
- What denomination is The River?
- This church is part of the African Methodist Episcopal tradition.
- Where is The River located?
- The River is located at 42 Court Street, Hackensack, NJ, 07601.
Photographs of The River
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