Small Groups

33 Series of Authentic Manhood | Meyer Carriger

City

Thursday at 7:00 PM

We will go through the '33 Series Authentic Manhood', hear from guest speakers, and learn from each other as we are discipled into better men, who walk in God's truth of what manhood is, know our life's purpose, live in purity, and be men who are never complacent and who go Full Throttle and Take Ground in every segment of our Life: Church, for our Wife (or future wife), Friends, Community, and at Work. Looking forward to meeting you! If you have any questions, text me at 952-215-4535

Leader

Meyer Carriger

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

Family

Al & Charity’s Group

Apple Valley

Saturday at 9:30 AM • In Person & Virtual

Leader

Charity Chang

Alpha | Apple Valley Fall 2024

Apple Valley

Tuesday at 6:00 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 Mondays from September 10th to November 19th. Childcare for 0-5 is available.

Leader

Tamara Ringeisen

Alpha | CITY Fall 2024

City

Wednesday at 6:00 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, 6-8pm. Doors open, check-in and food for this group will be available beginning at 6pm.

Alpha | Faribault Fall 2024

Faribault

Sunday at 11:00 AM

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.

Alpha | John + Sally Hastings

Maple Grove

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. Everyone is welcome and no questions are off limits. Begins February 6 and meets for 10 weeks.

Leader

John Hastings

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! We will start with the "Take Ground" study guide that is inspired by this year's vision that pastor rob shared in January. We believe that we are going to end the year strong as we take ground as a church and also see you take ground personally

Leader

Amber Miller

Andy & Nancy’s Small Group

Maple Grove

Tuesday 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 will read the Bible together following River Valley's SOAP method. We can't wait to get to know you! We will start with the "Take Ground" study guide that is inspired by this year's vision that pastor rob shared in January. We believe that we are going to end the year strong as we take ground as a church and also see you take ground personally.

Leader

Andy Miller

Family

Apples of Our Eyes

Faribault

Friday at 10:00 AM

We are welcoming all mom's and dad's with kids to join us for a short devotional lesson, play/game/interact time for the kids and social time for the parents. We will be integrating various field trips so we can learn and explore our town and the surrounding area together. We will meet the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month. This group is co-lead by Sommer Cunningham, Taina Dubbels and Brooke Stang. Please feel free to contact us with any questions. Our first meeting will be February 10th.

Leader

Taina Dubbels

Authentic Manhood | Matt Yost

Apple Valley

Monday at 6:30 PM

This group is for men pursuing God and asking Him to equip them with all they need to walk with Him in truth, passion, purpose, purity and discipleship. The group utilizes the Authentic Manhood curriculum ("33" series -for the 33 years that Jesus walked the earth). The curriculum and group resources offer clear and practical Biblical insights on God’s design for manhood that are both refreshing and inspiring. The group will point men to a gospel-centered vision of life that sets them up to enjoy God’s grace as they pursue the promises of His Word. Group Timeline: Stage 1: 12 weeks - Authentic Manhood for Grown Men (A Man’s Design, His Story, and His Traps) (meets for 12 consecutive weeks). Stage 2: 6 additional weeks: Man and his Work 6 additional weeks: Man and his Marriage, and Fatherhood Men can join at anytime, but in order to earn a camo wristband with “Iron Sharpens Iron” (Free, Pure Disciples on the inside) a man must complete his full commitment to Stages 1 & 2.

Leader

Matt Yost

Authentic Manhood Module 2 – Leaders Gilbert Domally & Kirk Oliver

Apple Valley

Thursday at 7:00 PM

This group focuses on the process of discipleship by studying who Jesus is through His Word and using videos and a workbook for Authentic Manhood Module 2 - A Man & His Story which is the basis of discussion. Scripture memorization, prayer, and accountability all work towards helping each man share, learn & grow in a safe setting. We meet in a host home in Rosemount.

Leader

Kirk Oliver

Battlefield Of The Mind

Apple Valley

Monday at 6:30 PM

A group of women going through the book, Battlefield of the Mind by Joyce Meyer. We will be learning, growing, encouraging, and challenging eachother in the area of our thoughts and worries. In a world filled with anxiety, we will remind ourselves of the truth and use scripture as our anchor as we learn how to find freedom in Christ within the area of our mind.

Leader

Ally Vagle

Ben & Cathy’s Group

Apple Valley

Leader

Ben Bertell

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 Acts | Bradley & Michelle McCoy

City

Wednesday at 7:00 PM

Whether you are new to River Valley or looking to get connected, join us to build community and grow in your faith. Each week we will meet in-person, share snacks and stories, dive into the book of Acts, and pray for each other. We will live out what it looks like to love God and love others. Our intention is to build meaningful relationships over time that move from feeling like acquaintances to feeling like family. If you have questions, please reach out. We can't wait to meet you!

Leader

Bradley McCoy

Book of Exodus | Patti’s Group

Apple Valley

Friday at 9:30 AM

This group is designed to get into God's Word, grow in your relationship with Jesus and connect to others. We will study of the second half of the book of Exodus, chapters 19–40. Through this 10 session study taught by Jen Wilkin, we will revisit the familiar scenes of the giving of the 10 Commandments, the idolatrous worship of a golden calf, and the intricate details of the tabernacle… With fresh perspective, we will learn to trace the promise of Christ throughout and discover how to live today as those who are truly free.

Leader

Patti Schlesser

Book of Job

Apple Valley

Monday at 6:30 PM

Join us for a study of the Old Testament book of Job. In our study, we will explore suffering, God's sovereignty, and glorifying God in the midst of pain. We will be meeting the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month from 6:30pm-8pm. We would be happy to have you join us!

Leader

Rob Schwensen

Family

Book Study: Insanity of Obedience | Vicki Hernandez

City

Let's journey together! Join me for a sharpening book study that will prepare us to share the Good News of Jesus Christ, whether that is across the street or the oceans. The Insanity of Obedience is a bold challenge to global discipleship. Nik Ripken exposes the danger of safe Christianity and calls readers to something greater. The Insanity of Obedience challenges Christians in the same, provocative way that Jesus did. We will meet every other Sunday at the campus at 1pm.

Leader

Vicki Hernandez

Brittany Carson’s Small Group

Maple Grove

Thursday 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 will read the Bible together following River Valley's SOAP method. We can't wait to get to know you! We will be going through a take-ground study guide that follows the vision for our church for this year! After we are done with the six weeks we will continue to study the Bible together.

Leader

Brit Carson

Bryant & Seth’s Small Group

Maple Grove

Monday at 7:15 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 can't wait to get to know you! We will be going through a take-ground study guide that follows the vision for our church for this year! After we are done with the six weeks we will continue to study the Bible together.

Leader

Seth Allen

Chris Hwang Small Group

Maple Grove

Tuesday at 6:30 PM

The goals of this group are to foster accountable relationships and promote healthy discipleships. We strive to learn and follow the word of God in thought-provoking and interactive ways, and they include Bible studies, Christian book readings/discussions, and video series. We would be delighted to have you join us! We meet in Plymouth, MN.

Leader

Christopher Hwang

Divorce Care

Apple Valley

Thursday at 6:30 PM

DivorceCare is a biblically based, Christ-centered support group seminar. Each session shows a 30-minute video followed by a small group discussion about the video. The DivorceCare videos present experts, ministers, and Christian counselors discussing divorce-related issues such as depression, anger, forgiveness, and reconciliation. Real people share their stories of how they deal with the pain and heartbreak of divorce and separation. During the week between meetings, group members complete a daily Bible study and practical exercises to help them heal from their hurt and pain. DivorceCare is for people who are separated or divorced. A workbook costs $20, which will be collected on the first night we meet. (please let us know if you need help with the cost of the book and we can take care of that)

Leader

Doug Kauffman

Ellie and Marisel’s Group

Online

Tuesday at 7:00 PM • Virtual

Leader

Ellie Ilunga

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 thru Novemger 6, 6:30-8pm. Doors open and check-in will be available beginning at 6pm.

Empower | Faribault Fall 2024

Faribault

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.

Leader

Ann Muenchow

Explore | City | Fall 2024

City

Wednesday 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. Our group will meet weekly for 8 weeks at our campus on Wednesdays September 11 thru October 30, 6:30-8pm.

Explore | City | Summer 2024

City

Wednesday 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. Our group will meet weekly for 8 weeks on Wednesdays July 17 thru September 4, 6:30-7:30pm. Location TBD (may vary from at the campus to an outside location).

Leader

Hannah Robinson