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Men

Authentic Manhood

Crosstown

Monday at 6:30 PM

Men pursuing the promises and equipping of God to realize true freedom, purity, and discipleship. Authentic Manhood will run for 12 weeks (week of 9/11/2023 through week of 11/27/23). This is one part of the three-part Discipleship challenge (Promise Principle, Disciplines of a Godly Man, and Authentic Manhood). There is a high level of focus & commitment required, but the fruit of this journey is sweet. We will be meeting at the Crosstown Campus in Conference Room A (second level).

Leader

Steve Brielmaier
Men

Chanhassen Iron Sharpeners

Crosstown

Wednesday at 6:00 AM

We will meet in person on Wednesday mornings from 6:00-7:30am. Each week we'll study the scriptures to grow deeper in our faith as well as encourage one another through prayer and fellowship. We meet at the Chanhassen Lunds & Byerly's Caribou Coffee.

Leader

Marty Ward
Men

Disciplines of a Godly Man

Crosstown

Wednesday at 6:30 PM

Come join your brothers in Christ lean-in to become more disciplined followers of Christ. Using the book "Disciplines of a Godly Man" as a guide, along with other hand-picked topics of biblical manhood, this group will focus on a specific discipline of discipleship each week to continue growing in our faith (think Alpha - for men). Come dive deep into the community of manly discipleship! We meet weekly on Wednesdays, Sept 13-Nov 1, 6:30-8pm, Crosstown Campus Lounge! No Childcare Provided.

Leader

Chris Foster
Men

Disciplines of a Godly Man | Logan Nugent

City

Tuesday at 7:00 AM

Discipline equals Freedom! In this group, we will read and review the inspiring and bestselling book Disciplines of a Godly Man. This book is filled with godly advice aimed at helping men grow in the disciplines of prayer, integrity, marriage, leadership, worship, purity, and more. Lean on other men as we grow to understand how discipline leads to a more fruitful and godly life.

Leader

Logan Nugent
Men

Disciplines of a Godly Man | Mark Urban

Crosstown

Saturday at 7:00 AM

This is a 10-week weekly small group specifically directed to young men ages 16-29. We'll discuss R. Kent Hughes' book "Disciplines of a Godly Man," an incredibly practical guide about how to live your life the way God wants you to live it. We'll cover two chapters a week for ten weeks with each guy reading them in advance followed by a 90-minute weekly group discussion. Disciplines include purity, marriage, fatherhood, friendship, mind, devotion, prayer, worship, integrity, tongue, work, perseverance, church, leadership, giving, witness, and ministry. Seventeen disciplines that are essential to live a godly life. The book can be obtained online from Amazon for about $15. If you need discipleship, this group is for you.

Leader

Mark Urban
Men

Iron Sharpeners

Crosstown

Friday at 6:30 AM

Come together as men Friday mornings from 6:30 to 7:30 AM. As iron sharpens iron, we sharpen each other through studying the Bible and discussing how we apply it to our lives today. Just bring a Bible!

Leader

Randy Stevens
Men

Men On Mission | John Henderson & Phil Amundson

City

Wednesday at 6:30 PM

Calling men of all ages! Come and hang out in this small group to sweat a little, laugh a little and maybe even cry a little. We will start the evening off with some manly mayhem playing sports (ex. Kickball, ultimate, spikeball, cornhole, kanjam, etc) and then moving into a time of discussing a topic for the week and breaking into smaller groups to process through it. The purpose is to strengthen, encourage, and stretch each other and make some great friends in the process. Invite your friends and come join Phil Amundson and I for an amazing time! We will meet each Wednesday night starting at 6:30pm and wrap up around 8:30 or 9. Sports will be played at a park just down the street. Contact John or Phil with any questions. First day of small group will be Wednesday, September 20th.

Leader

John Henderson
Men

Men’s Breakfast (EP – OPH)

Crosstown

Wednesday at 7:00 AM

A study for men who are looking to make a difference in their workplace and family. We meet Wednesdays from 7-8 am at the Original Pancake House in Eden Prairie. We review the previous week's sermon message, then share testimonies and prayer requests.

Leader

Jeff Mahon
Men

Men’s Discipleship | Meyer Carriger

City

Thursday at 7:00 PM

We will read/watch Wild at Heart and 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. Also, we will bbq while we still can! Looking forward to meeting you! If you have any questions, text me at 952-215-4535

Leader

Meyer Carriger
Men

Men’s Open Gym Basketball

Crosstown

Sunday at 7:00 PM

We are starting a men’s only (for now) small group in which we’ll be getting together on Sunday nights at Trinity Lutheran Church in Long Lake, for open gym basketball. All skill levels are welcome and the gym will be reserved for this RV group, specifically. Get in the gym and enjoy some fellowship and fun runs up and down the court for a few hours, followed by group prayer. Competition is great, especially in an encouraging environment, surrounded by men who love Jesus. Let’s form some authentic friendships while collectively missing plenty of shots and turning the ball over dozens of times. Please wear outdoor shoes until you enter the gym, in which then you can switch into your gym/basketball shoes. The cost is $5/person (each time) and their staff prefers cash, if possible.

Leader

Corey Thonn
Men

Morning Men’s Breakfast

Crosstown

Wednesday at 6:30 AM

In-person meeting: we meet Weds morn 6:30-7:30am at Edina OPH. Some come early and some stay late. Casual get together with conversation around the recent sermon or other weekly bible study topics presented by group members. Come Fellowship with other men chasing after Jesus! For updates and to stay connected, join the Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/926957327477648/?multi_permalinks=933970293443018%2C933948086778572¬if_id=1517317872309078¬if_t=group_activity&ref=notif

Leader

Matt Dillon
MenPromise Principle

Promise Principle John Farinacci

Crosstown

Saturday at 9:00 AM

You are welcome here! This is a "join at anytime" men's group. If you are looking for a deeper connection with God, this group is for you. God desires that we overcome being ruled by our thoughts and feelings, which are highly influenced by our circumstances — family, work, health, or temptation. 2 Peter 1:3–4 tells us that we can actually do this! It comes from learning to respond to God's promises in His Word and through prayer. This is the purpose of The Promise Principle Men's Small Groups. Whether you’re still exploring faith in Christ, or you have been a Christian for many years, you’ll experience what we believe Jesus meant when He called His disciples to change the world by discovering and responding to His promises, truths, and commands. Click here to read more about The Promise Principle and see our weekly reading plan: http://leaders.rivervalley.org/promise

Leader

John Farinacci
Young AdultFamilyServe Our Community

Serve Our Community | Crosstown

Crosstown

Serving opportunities will be shared with this group and participants can participate as it works with their schedule and/or interest. No set meeting times or commitments. Emails will be sent out as opportunities become available. Let's radically serve and love our community so that more people will come to know Jesus.

Leader

Colette Almars
MenServe Our Community

Serve Our Community | Men Community & Serving | Crosstown

Crosstown

Saturday at 9:00 AM

This will be a place for Men of crosstown to be connected to events happening specifically for men, whether it is a serving opportunity, sports activities, or simply a chance to get together as men and sharpen each other. The Idea is that we can grow our ministry here at crosstown by being better connected as a whole. If you have an event you would like to add to the calendar, please share and let's fill up our calendar.

Leader

Chris Foster
Young AdultAdultFamilyYouthServe Our Community

Serve Our Community Group | City

City

Serving opportunities will be shared with this group and participants can participate as it works with their schedule and/or interest. No set meeting times or commitments. Emails will be sent out as opportunities become available. Let's radically serve and love our community so that more people will come to know Jesus.

Leader

Vicki Hernandez
Men

Take Ground | Anthony Cox

City

Tuesday at 7:15 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 the group with the “Take Ground” study guide that is inspired by this years 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 see you take ground personally!

Leader

Anthony Cox
Men

Take Ground | Dave Ritzman & Aaron Overfors

City

Wednesday at 6:30 PM

This is a Men's Bible Study Group designed to get into God's Word, grow in your relationship with Jesus and connect with 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 the group 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 see you take ground personally!

Leader

Dave Ritzman
Men

Take Ground | Lou Hernandez

City

Tuesday at 7:00 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 the group with the "Take Ground" study guide that is inspired by this years 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 see you take ground personally!

Leader

Lou Hernandez
Men

The Promise Principle | Crosstown | Hope West End – Joe Miller

Crosstown

Wednesday at 7:00 AM

The Promise Principle is a powerful tool to teach men how to hear the voice of God through reading the Bible. It calls men to a daily God connection in which He speaks clearly through His Word and promises transformation, power, and direction in our everyday lives, (Romans 12:2, 2 Peter 1:3-4). Each week we will meet on Wednesday mornings at 7:00 AM, at Hope Breakfast Bar in West End. We will read through and discuss the Bible chapter for that week together from a reading plan developed by the national Promise Principle team.

Leader

Joe and Karen Miller
Men

The Promise Principle | Logan Nugent

City

Tuesday at 7:00 AM

This group utilizes the Promise Principle to help our men remain in God's word each day, letting the Spirit reveal promises, commands and truths through His word. We read one chapter of the Bible each week and discuss it together at 7am on Tuesday mornings at River Valley's City Campus. This is a group for connection, growth and accountability. If you are a man craving community with a desire to grow, this group is for you. Join us at any time!

Leader

Logan Nugent
MenPromise Principle

The Promise Principle: Joe Miller & Steve Brielmaier

Crosstown

Thursday at 6:30 AM

The Promise Principle is a powerful tool to teach men how to hear the voice of God through reading the Bible. It calls men to a daily God connection in which He speaks clearly through His Word and promises transformation, power, and direction in our everyday lives, (Romans 12:2, 2 Peter 1:3-4). Each week we will meet on Thursday mornings from 6:30-7:30 AM, Mugshots Coffee in Bloomington. Go through that weeks bible chapter together. For more details go to http://leaders.rivervalley.org/promise Lead by Steve Brielmaier and Joe Miller

Leader

Joe Miller
Men

Thessalonians Study | Grant Page

City

Friday at 7:00 AM

Continuing to be faithful to our vocations and workspaces can be haul. As a group of men, we want enter our workspaces with encouraged and empowered by the word of God and the hope we have in the promises of Jesus Christ. Join us on Friday Mornings, 7:30am at Starbucks as we have coffee together, read the bible together, and pray together so we can enter our workplaces and homes strong and secure.The best is yet to come!

Leader

Grant Page
Men

Wednesday Morning Hybrid Men’s Iron Sharpens Iron

Crosstown

Wednesday at 6:30 AM  •  In Person & Virtual

Video chat link will be sent when you join the group We will meet via Zoom and/or in person on Wednesday mornings from 6:30-7:30am. Each week we'll study the scriptures to grow deeper in our faith as well as encourage one another through prayer and fellowship. We meet at the Dunn Bros' in Minnetonka off Hwy 7 and Williston Rd.

Leader

Joe Konold
Welcome Home

Welcome Home | City Campus | November, 12:30pm

City

Sunday at 12:30 PM

Welcome Home is your first step at River Valley Church. You were created for a purpose and we want to help you discover that purpose! You will build community, understand how God made you and dive deeper into your walk with Jesus. We can’t wait to meet you! We will meet for 4 weeks on Sundays, 12:30pm-1:30pm at the campus. (November 5, 12, 19, 26). **You can attend the 11am service and then attend Welcome Home!
Welcome Home

Welcome Home | City Campus | October, 9:45am

City

Sunday at 9:45 AM

Welcome Home is your first step at River Valley Church. You were created for a purpose and we want to help you discover that purpose! You will build community, understand how God made you and dive deeper into your walk with Jesus. We can’t wait to meet you! We will meet for 4 weeks on Sundays, 9:45am-10:45am at the campus. (October 1, 8, 15, 22). **You can attend welcome home and then attend the 11am service!

Leader

Vicki Hernandez
Welcome Home

Welcome Home | Crosstown | October 2023

Crosstown

Sunday at 11:00 AM

Welcome Home Groups are your first step at River Valley Church. We want to help you discover the plan and purpose God has for your life. Whether you are just getting to know God or have been a Christ-follower for a long time, Welcome Home is for you. This 4-week Small Group will meet at the Crosstown Campus every Sunday at 11:00 am, beginning October 8th. You will connect with others at our campus, build community, and understand a bit more about how God made you, in order to go deeper in your relationship with Jesus and with others. We can't wait to meet you!

Leader

Nancy Remington