Small Groups

“But God”…a 10-week Bible Study for Moms of Kids with Special Needs | Nancy Gozola

Apple Valley

Wednesday at 7:00 PM

If you have been chosen to raise a child with unique needs, this small group is for you. Moms and grandmothers welcomed. "But God", is a study offering an inspiring message of faith, resilience, and love. Uncover the power of connection with both your Creator and other moms. Each week includes a podcast or sermon to listen to, sections of scripture to reflect on, and thought-provoking content and questions to grapple with. Whether you’re a Christian seeking a relatable study or a woman searching for hope in the unexpected, But God offers a meaningful and transformative experience.

Leader

Nancy Gozola

“What Happens Next” | Povolny & Enochs

Apple Valley

Wednesday at 6:30 PM

This co-ed group will be studying the book "What Happens Next" by Max Lucado. "What Happens Next" is an optimistic, accessible, and nonsensational guide to what the Bible says about heaven's time line that will empower you to face the future with faith. Max takes you on a well-researched overview of what God's Word says, exploring the following four big ideas that provide a solid foundation for understanding God's eternal plan. Our group will meet on Wednesday evenings, starting September 18.

Leader

Mark Enochs

Men

A Study Through Paul’s Letters | Dan Zustiak

Apple Valley

Tuesday at 6:15 AM

Come join us as we read through and discuss Paul's letters to the early church.

Leader

Dan Zustiak

Alpha | Apple Valley | Fall 2024

Apple Valley

Tuesday at 6:30 PM

Alpha is an intentional place where we can have honest and open conversations about life’s biggest questions. Whether you’ve been a Christian for a long time, you’re new to faith, or exploring Christianity, Alpha is a safe place where you can ask questions and get answers. Each week we will share a meal together as we discuss our topic for the night. Everyone is welcome and no questions are off limits. This group meets weekly on Tuesdays from September 10th to November 19th. Note: not meeting on September 24, due to Sparkle week. Childcare for 0-5yr old children. Christmas Musical for Elementary aged students.

Leader

Davey Collins

Alpha | CITY | Fall 2024

City

Wednesday at 6:30 PM

Alpha is an intentional place where we can have honest and open conversations about life’s biggest questions. Whether you’ve been a Christian for a long time, you’re new to faith, or exploring Christianity, Alpha is a safe place where you can ask questions and get answers. Each week we will share a meal together as we discuss our topic for the night. Everyone is welcome and no questions are off-limits. Our group will meet weekly at our campus on Wednesdays September 11 thru October 30, 6:30-8pm.

Leader

Kirby Sato

Alpha | Lakeville | Fall 2024

Lakeville

Thursday at 6:30 PM

Alpha is an intentional place where we can have honest and open conversations about life’s biggest questions. Whether you’ve been a Christian for a long time, you’re new to faith, or exploring Christianity, Alpha is a safe place where you can ask questions and get answers. Each week we will share a meal together as we discuss our topic for the night. Everyone is welcome and no questions are off limits. This group meets weekly on Thursdays at 6:30, September 12th to November 14th at the Lakeville Heritage Center.

Leader

Justin Durbin

Amber & Jasmine’s Small Group

Maple Grove

Tuesday at 6:30 AM

This group is designed to get into God's Word, grow in your relationship with Jesus and connect to others. We will read the Bible together following River Valley's SOAP method. We can't wait to get to know you!

Leader

Amber Miller

AdultCore Group

Andy & Nancy’s Small Group

Maple Grove

Wednesday at 6:30 PM

This group is designed to get into God's Word, grow in your relationship with Jesus, and connect to others. We are going through the Freedom CORE curriculum this fall 2024. We can't wait to get to know you!

Leader

Andy Miller

Are You Chosen? | Tracy Smith & Kathy Sheehan

Apple Valley

Thursday at 6:30 PM

What does being made new, established, and cherished by God look like? Come go through a study on Season 1 of the Chosen with us as we explore what it means to be called and chosen by God, what it looks like to rest in Him, and yet be a witness for Him in an ever-changing world.

Leader

Tracy Smith

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Art of Marriage | Stephen & Krista Prince

Apple Valley

Join us for this 6 week video & discussion small group for engaged and married couples. Every marriage has its strengths and its stresses. There's not one that can't be improved, fine-tuned, made stronger-or even overhauled-if needed. In this six-session series made in partnership with FamilyLife, discover a transformative marriage resource designed to help you explore new levels of intimacy, communication, and connection with your spouse. Whether you're a newlywed or have been married for decades, this small group can be your path to a stronger, more beautiful masterpiece of God's handiwork. We will meet on Mondays September 9 and 23, October 7 & 21, November 4 & 18 from 7-8:30pm at the leaders' home.

Leader

Stephen Prince

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Attributes of God | Erika Koeberl & Tara Bohnen

Apple Valley

Monday at 6:00 PM

God's attributes are His characteristics. They tell us who He is and what He is like. When we know and love God, He changes everything. This study walks through God's incommunicable attributes (characteristics that are only true of Him) as well as His communicable attributes (attributes that we are called to reflect). We will get together weekly over 12-weeks, discussing the reading content every OTHER week. For the weeks in between we'll go for a walk, weather permitting. The content we will follow is from The Daily Grace Co. We can't wait to dive into this topic further with you!

Leader

Erika Koeberl

Men

Authentic Manhood | Matt Yost

Apple Valley

Monday at 6:30 PM

This group focuses on the process of discipleship by studying who Jesus is through His Word and using videos and a workbook from Authentic Manhood Modules 1-6. Group includes Scripture memorization, prayer, and accountability all work towards helping each man share, learn & grow in a safe setting. Objectives: 1. To be known, understood, and valued in a safe setting with God & brothers. 2. To understand who Christ is and how He has defined a path & pattern of Authentic Manhood for each of us. 3. To be/become the disciples (and disciple-makers) God made us to be. We meet at the Apple Valley campus in the lounge every Monday 6:30pm-8pm.

Leader

Matt Yost

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Bible Breakdown | Caleb Wochnick

Apple Valley

Wednesday at 6:30 PM

It's important to read the Bible every day and discuss it with other Christians, but reading it can be intimidating if your just starting out. In this group we'll go over how to read the Bible, what resources there are to make it easier, and then we'll practice reading it by going over key passages that tell us who God is and what it means to be a Christian. Please reach out if you're interested! Caleb Wochnick (651)231-1759.

Leader

Caleb Wochnick

Young AdultWomen

Bible Study for Women in their 20’s | Mandy’s Group

Apple Valley

Thursday at 6:30 PM

This group is designed for women in their 20s to dive deeper into the Word, grow your relationship with Jesus, and connect you with godly community. We will be reading the bible together using River Valley’s SOAP method as well as praying together! As women of God, let’s spur each other on in how to live with purpose, passion, and joy for the Lord in today’s world. We’re not supposed to do this life alone, so let’s lean on each other. Can’t wait to meet you!!

Leader

Mandy LaChance

Book of Job Bible Study

Lakeville

Monday at 6:30 PM

Are you experiencing a season of hardship? Are you struggling to find hope? If so, this Bible study is for you! Join us as we dive into the story of Job, deciphering the imagery and learning from the Hebrew context. In this 7-week study, you will also discover how to partner with God in seasons of pain and suffering, and bring hope to others who are also suffering.

Leader

Janell Kremer

Family

City Parenting Group | Anthony & Hannah Cox

City

Wednesday at 6:30 PM

Parenting can be challenging… but it is one of the greatest honors in life. This is a group where parents come together to grow in their faith and learn how to raise their children according to biblical principles! Whether you’re a new parent or have years of experience, this group will provide an environment for sharing wisdom, challenges, and encouragement. Join us as we seek God’s guidance, build lasting relationships, and walk alongside each other on this rewarding journey of parenting.

Leader

Anthony Cox

Coed Community Bible Study | Sonya Amundson

City

Tuesday at 6:30 PM

In this group, our goal is simply this: grow closer to God by reading his word, and grow in richness of community. Invite your coworkers, gym friends, neighbors and whoever else God brings into your life!

Leader

Sonya Amundson

Craig and Zann’s Small Group

Maple Grove

Monday at 7:00 PM

This group is designed to get into God's Word, grow in your relationship with Jesus and connect to others. We will read the Bible together following River Valley's SOAP method. We plan to go through the book of James this fall. This group is for adults in their 20's and 30's. We meet every other Monday at 7pm.

Leader

Craig Holst

CTY Worship/Production Small Group Fall 2024

City

Tuesday at 6:30 PM

A small group for those who serve on the worship & production teams at City Campus - join us Tuesday evenings for a time of worship and community! Kids welcome. Led by the Josh & Emily Wong and Michael & Britta Probert

Leader

Britta Probert

WomenServe Our Community

Embrace Grace

Apple Valley

Monday at 6:30 PM

We are an outreach group who provides emotional, practical, and spiritual support for single, young women and their families who find themselves in an unintended pregnancy. www.embracegrace.com WAYS YOU CAN PARTICIPATE IN THIS GROUP... Brave Girls - this is the name we have for our amazing moms to be. If you are a young single mom-to-be, we would love to have you join our group! If you know of a young single mom-to-be, let her know we would love to support her during this time in her life. Volunteers - our group is always looking for other women help us support these amazing young women as prayers warriors, mentors, and classroom leaders. If you want more information or are led to join, please contact us. Baby Shower - at the end of each semester, we celebrate with a baby shower for all of our beautiful blooms. We would be so honored to receive gift donations for the moms to be and help with planning/coordinating the event. If you love throwing parties, we would love to have you join our group! Please contact us for more information.

Leader

Cindy Gruver

Empower | Apple Valley Fall 2024

Apple Valley

Monday at 6:30 PM

There is nothing more exciting than living a Spirit-filled, empowered life! This group will instruct, encourage and inspire you to walk in all that Jesus has made available to you through the infilling of the Holy Spirit and the gifts that He imparts. You will also learn in detail about each of the nine gifts of the Spirit and how they are used throughout the Bible as well as in our own lives. Finally, you will have the opportunity to deepen your relationship with the Lord through the lessons on prayer and intercession. Our group wil meet on Monday nights from 6:30pm-8:00pm, September 9 thru November 11. Note: not meeting on September 23rd, due to Sparkle week. No childcare for 0-5yrs old. Elementary programming available. ALPHA IS A PREREQUISITE TO THIS GROUP.

Leader

Brooke Perron

Empower | City Campus | Fall 2024

City

Wednesday at 6:30 PM

There is nothing more exciting than living a Spirit-filled, empowered life! This group will instruct, encourage, and inspire you to walk in all that Jesus has made available to you through the infilling of the Holy Spirit and the gifts that He imparts. You will also learn in detail about each of the nine gifts of the Spirit and how they are used throughout the Bible as well as in our own lives. Finally, you will have the opportunity to deepen your relationship with the Lord through the lessons on prayer and intercession. Our group will meet weekly at our campus on Wednesdays September 11 through November 6, 6:30-8pm. Doors open and check-in will be available beginning at 6pm. Empower will meet on the fourth floor of City Campus.

Leader

Steph Williams

Empower | Lakeville | Fall 2024

Lakeville

Tuesday at 6:30 PM

There is nothing more exciting than living a Spirit-filled, empowered life! This group will instruct, encourage and inspire you to walk in all that Jesus has made available to you through the infilling of the Holy Spirit and the gifts that He imparts. You will also learn in detail about each of the nine gifts of the Spirit and how they are used throughout the Bible as well as in our own lives. Finally, you will have the opportunity to deepen your relationship with the Lord through the lessons on prayer and intercession. Group meets Tuesday nights from 6:30 - 8pm, starting September 10th. Note: Meeting location is on the border of Lakeville, about 6 minutes from Lakeville South Highschool

Leader

Heather Wochnick

Ephesians: Women Growing in Christ | Tammy Mielke

Apple Valley

Thursday at 6:30 PM

Women connecting through watching a video and reading a chapter of Ephesians together (S.O.A.P). We'll meet twice a month, 1st & 3rd Thursdays (Sept 19, Oct 3 & 17, Nov 7 & 21).

Leader

Tammy Mielke

Explore | Apple Valley | Fall 2024

Apple Valley

Monday at 6:30 PM

You may hear us say the phrase “Our Heart is Global” often throughout your time at River Valley, but what does it really mean? In Explore, we walk through the great commission that Jesus gave to his followers before He left this earth. Our mandate is to make disciples from every part of the world. Each and every one of us has a part to play in that, whether it is to pray, to mobilize others, to send or to go! This group is for everyone to discover how God wants to use them to accomplish His great commission. We meet from 6:30pm - 8pm starting on September 9th - November 4. Note: not meeting on September 23rd, due to Sparkle week. No childcare for 0-5yrs old. Elementary programming available.

Leader

Vicki Hernandez

FAITHRXD (Faith, Fitness, Fun)

Apple Valley

Saturday at 11:00 AM

We meet twice a month where we do an hour workout for our bodies then an approx. 10 min devotional time, followed by 15-30 min of small group discussion. TIME: Saturday's from 11AM - 12:30PM ADDRESS: CrossFit 5885 6950 146th Street West #106 Apple Valley MN 55124 WHAT TO BRING: Bring water and a friend :) Dress for gym (also outdoor components to some workouts depending on weather) Currently we meet every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month at 11am-1230ish at Crossfit 5885 in Apple Valley. No Membership required for this event, it is free to attend. Come sweat and connect! All levels of faith and fitness welcome. All workouts can be modified to meet you where you are at. Each message and discussion is independent, so come and connect! We gather at CrossFit 5885 where our coach will warm us up, jump into a workout and we wrap with a short message from God and discussion. Best way to stay in touch on what is happening through FAITHRXD events and if there is a location change: I will keep our group updated via email as well as connection through the facebook page. FAITHRXD Mission & Methods: We exist to unite and strengthen the fitness community to live for Christ, share His love and serve the world. Engage by inspiring the fitness community through authentic relationships. Expand when our leaders and those whom they influence are becoming mature disciples of Christ, making new disciples, and serving their communities. Please join to say in touch!

Leader

Brandon Krech

Farmington moms in prayer

Apple Valley

Friday at 9:30 AM

Moms meet weekly in homes in Farmington to pray for our students and our schools in Farmington. Children welcome.

Leader

Cindy Gruver

Men

Franklin Foster’s Small Group

Maple Grove

Wednesday at 7:00 AM

This group is designed to get into God's Word, grow in your relationship with Jesus and build friendships. We will read the Bible together following the Promise Principle method. We can't wait to get to know you!

Leader

Franklin Foster

Freedom | Apple Valley | Fall 2024

Apple Valley

Tuesday at 6:30 PM

Freedom is designed to equip you to live the victorious and abundant life Christ came to give you. Freedom builds on the foundation of your faith in Christ to help you embrace the truth of God’s Word as it relates to your worldview, your past, your sin, your personal value to God and your purpose in His Kingdom. This group will help you remove every obstacle to having a close relationship with God and walk in true freedom. We meet from 6:30 - 8pm, September 10th thru November 19. Note: Not meeting on September 24th due to Sparkle week. Childcare for 0-5yr old children. Christmas Musical for Elementary aged students.

Leader

Patraic Utecht