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Young Adult

How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth

Crosstown

Thursday at 6:30 PM

A group for young adults where we honestly wrestle with questions about the Bible and how to apply this ancient text to our 21st century lives. Bring your Bible, your notebook, your questions, your doubts, your fears, your joy, your curiosity and join this community of folks who want a serious relationship with their Bible…but who aren’t there yet.

Leader

Lindsay Willis
Adult

Intercessory Prayer Group | Kevin Kamau

City

Thursday at 6:30 PM

Join us in uplifting the Church, missionaries, nations, tribes and unbelievers in prayer, that God will intervene according to His Riches in Glory. Prayer is a fundamental tool in taking ground in every aspect of our lives. Let us stand before the Lord in the gap on behalf of the land (Ezekiel 22:30). Mathew 5:44 But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, 1 Timothy 2:1 I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people Ephesians 6:18 And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people.

Leader

Kevin Kamau
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

John Farinacci
Men

Jarad & Josh’s Small Group

Maple Grove

Wednesday at 7:30 PM

This group is designed to get into God's Word, grow in your relationship with Jesus and connect to others. We will focus on becoming stronger and more Godly Dads together. Each week we go through 1-2 chapters of the Bible in great detail. We meet at the Panera in Maple Grove near the Costco in Arbor lakes. It is easy to jump into the group at anytime. Please reach out with any questions!

Leader

Jarad Watts
Marriage

Jaron & Cassie | Married Couples

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!

Leader

Jaron Crim
Women

Lisa Anderson’s Small Group

Maple Grove

Monday at 7:00 PM  •  Virtual

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

Lisa Anderson
Adult

MAPers | Crosstown

Crosstown

Sunday at 7:00 PM

This is a group intended for those going through the MAP (Missionary Action Plan) process with River Valley. The intent is to spend time with one another and to help encourage one another with what God is revealing to us through the MAP. We plan to meet monthly to discuss any updates and to share what God is teaching us through this journey.

Leader

Joe Witcher
Marriage

Marriage Small Group | Carl & Maria

City

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!

Leader

Carl Sharperson
Adult

Men of Discipline & Grit | Bradley McCoy

City

Saturday at 10:00 AM

"You use steel to sharpen steel, and one friend sharpens another!" Proverbs 27:17 (MSG) This is a men's discipleship group for men who are leaders at CTY Campus and who desire to push each other to grow and dream bigger in their faith walk! Each man in this group is committing to: 1. Attend all 12 group sessions and if not in person we will make every effort to Zoom in during our 1 Hr. discussion time 2. Pair up with an accountability buddy for the year. We will check-in EVERY WK with your buddy on what we are learning/growing in during our Bible Reading Plan/Quiet time ea. wk. 3. PRAY for the men in this group every week 4. Once a month we will attend River Valley CTY’s 6AM Tues Prayer 5. Be held accountable and pushed as iron sharpens iron to live to the standards set out in River Valley’s Leader Covenant and are willing and open to receive challenges to be better from the men in this group

Leader

Bradley McCoy
Men

Men’s Bible Study | Dave Ritzman & Aaron Overfors

City

Wednesday at 6:30 PM

This is an interactive Men’s Bible and discipleship group where men grow in Christ and His Word thru community with one another. We cover books in the Bible related to aspects of a man’s life such as his purpose, roles, relationships, lifestyle, gifts, workplace, money, sex, communications and more! We will learn how to read, study, and apply the Bible so we learn Truth, walk by The Spirit and hear God's voice for ourselves. It will also be a time of prayer, laughter, and fellowship with every few months engaging in a special activity (e.g., have a meal, go to a game, etc.) as well as serve our church and city. We hope you’ll join us in doing life together in Christ!

Leader

Dave Ritzman
Young Adult

Men’s Bible Study | Jorden Gannon

City

Sunday at 12:45 PM

Mens let's get together and talk about what God is being speaking to you through SOAP and inspire each other with our walk with Chirst

Leader

Jorden Gannon
Men

Men’s Bible Study | Kirby Sato

City

Sunday at 12:30 PM

Mens let's get together and talk about what God is being speaking to you through SOAP and inspire each other with our walk with Chirst

Leader

Kirby Sato
Men

Men’s Bible Study | Samuel Casey

City

Sunday at 11:00 AM

We'll get together and share how God has been speaking to us through SOAP (Scripture, Observation, Application, Prayer) and inspire each other in our walk with Christ. We'll meet at 11am (after the 9:30am service) at City Campus or outside (weather permitting).

Leader

Samuel Casey
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 – Promise Principle Group | Lou Hernandez

City

Tuesday at 7:15 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. Text the word “promise” to 94000 or use the link below to read more about The Promise Principle and see the annual Bible reading plan: https://rivervalley.org/promise-principle/

Leader

Lou Hernandez
Men

Men’s Group | Jordan Charles & Graham Colwell

City

Monday at 7:00 PM

A small group that meets weekly to discuss and dive into biblical principals found in The Bible, Christian podcasts, theosu, etc. We will grow and connect through prayer, fellowship, and accountability.

Leader

Jordan Charles
Young Adult

Molly & Bekah’s Small Group

Maple Grove

Tuesday 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 can't wait to get to know you!

Leader

Molly Rushmeyer
Men

Morning Bible Study | 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.

Leader

Anthony Cox
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
Women

Motherhood Connected

Crosstown

Friday at 10:00 AM

This is an informal group meant to provide a resource for moms to find and connect with other moms! Motherhood can be so challenging and isolating and we may not feel seen or understood. This group is meant to connect moms for encouragement, support, play dates, whatever the situation may be! Participants will share their name, contact info, and city of residence so the information can be shared in a spreadsheet with all members. This can then be used to find and connect with moms near you! There will not be a formal weekly meeting, but members are encouraged to contact one another and set things up personally! Some play dates or mom outings may also be scheduled based on interest.

Leader

Sonja Denow
Adult

Pathway to Purpose: The Singles Edition

Crosstown

Monday at 7:00 PM

No matter what age or stage of life you find yourself in, this small group is open to all single people looking to deepen their relationship with God as they seek out what God has for them in their future relationships. We want you to experience the fullness of God’s love, peace and purpose as you navigate your life. This small group will challenge and inspire you to become the person God wants you to be as you pursue the plans He has for your life. An 8-week Small Group course focused on bringing faith-based singles together for fun, learning, healing, growing, and falling in love led through the teachings of Jesus and taught by certified— Master relationship expert, life coach, and Christian relationships author, Kailen Rosenberg and Pastor Alan. May 13 - July 1, 2024.

Leader

kailen rosenberg
Adult

Philippians Study

Crosstown

Thursday at 6:30 PM

We are starting a new adult small group and looking for couples and singles (multi-generational) that are wanting to find community, grow deeper in their faith, and just do life together. We will be studying the book of Philippians and will meet on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. Our first meeting will be a time to get to know each other with a short intro into the book of Philippians. We'd love to have you join us!

Leader

Neal Hildebrandt
Young Adult

Psalm 23 Deep Dive

Crosstown

Thursday at 6:30 PM

This is a young adults/adults (most of the group is ~24-26) that will spend ~6 weeks doing a deep dive on Psalm 23 and what God has to tell us through it. Meeting dates will be Thursday Nights 3/14 through 4/25 (skipping 4/11) at 6:30pm. Feel free to reach out to me @ 952-829-5720 with any questions. The group will also do some volunteer events together.

Leader

Andrew Broman
Adult

Reid & Bethany’s Small Group

Maple Grove

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

Reid Thompson
AdultMarriage

Rob & Lisa’s Small Group

Maple Grove

Wednesday 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 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

Rob Monson
Serve Our Community

School Staff Gather and Prayer | City Campus

City

The schools are one of the largest mission fields right in our neighborhoods. This group will meet monthly to inspire, encourage, and equip one another to take ground in our local schools. Let's be the hands and feet of Jesus! We will share ways to get involved in the schools, pray for one another, and take time to connect. Come join us as we encourage one another. You are not alone!

Leader

Haley Velez
Women

Season of the Singles

Crosstown

Tuesday at 6:30 PM

This group is open to any single woman - young or old - who desires to be a part of a community of other single women as they journey together to gain a greater understanding of God's word and grow in their relationship with Jesus. Group members are encouraged to utilize the SOAP method in their daily reading of scripture throughout the week and share during the weekly group session (if desired) how they might be seeing, or have seen, God working in their life. In addition to discussion, weekly group sessions will also include video and other supplemental teachings to gain greater insight into God's word and its applicability in one's life today. New group members can join anytime. And if your relationship status is: "It's complicated," feel free to join us.

Leader

Shelli Halbersma
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

John Van Tassel
Serve Our Community

Serve Our Community | CST | ICCM Life Center Street Team

Crosstown

Friday at 6:00 PM

We partner with ICCM Life Center for a promising evening of God ordained encounters! Teams hit the streets of Minneapolis to love our neighbors, build relationships while connecting with others from your campus that are serving in this capacity. You can serve as often as it works for your schedule. Starting at 6pm we meet at the Life Center for prayer and worship (preparing food is also an option). At 7pm we then load up the Life Center buses and drive to various parts of the city, focusing on encampments, bus stops, high traffic areas and shelters. Throughout the night we will have countless opportunities to pray with, love on, and provide essentials to individuals and families while spreading the JOY OF THE LORD. :) We gather back at the Life Center around 9pm to share our experience, testimonies and encouragement. It’s always powerful to see how the Holy Spirit moves both inside us and through the individuals we meet. Hope to see you there!! Here is a document that has a few details: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1E8jARV83iH9BR6IDN13WKSj0ES2QCN3AmgHozPrPRGA/edit?usp=sharing

Leader

Jacque Friede
Serve Our Community

Serve Our Community | Maple Grove

Maple Grove

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

Emily Havens