Small Groups

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’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’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’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

Michael’s Small Group

Woodbury

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! Our group will meet bi-weekly.

Leader

Michael Rice

Marriage

Mighty Marriages – Rich & Laura Lucas, Nate & Krystle Kaderlick, Ben & Lindy Bakeberg,

Shakopee

Sunday at 6:00 PM

God is for healthy marriages. A strong marriage with God at the center creates a firm foundation for a family. This small group is designed for couples in any season of marriage. We believe that your marriage will be blessed with this small group and you'll be able to connect with other married couples at River Valley. We'll dive into biblical principles for your marriage and work through content from "Marriage on the ROCK".

Leader

Rich Lucas

Marriage

Mighty Marriages- Colin & Alex Shepp

Shakopee

Monday at 6:00 PM

God is for healthy marriages. A strong marriage with God at the center creates a firm foundation for a family. This is a 10 week course covering 10 of the most common talking points in marriage. We welcome anyone who is seriously dating, engaged, newly married, or married for decades. We will spend 10 weeks (may not be consecutive) covering topics from kids to money to parenting, etc. There will be a video teaching on each topic and book that holds all the tools for discussion throughout the week. You don't have to be in a "rough" season to work on your marriage, Not only is the content enlightening but building community with others with the same goals in marriage is invaluable. NOTE: The Shepps have 4 kids under 10 and anticipate other families with younger kids. We will discuss possible group childcare options as the date gets closer.

Leader

Alex Shepp

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Mighty Marriages-Matt & April Schafer

Shakopee

Wednesday at 6:30 PM

God is for healthy marriages. A strong marriage with God at the center creates a firm foundation for a family. This small group is designed for couples in any season of marriage. We believe that your marriage will be blessed with this small group and you'll be able to connect with other married couples at River Valley. We'll dive into biblical principals for your marriage and work through content from "Marriage on the Rock"

Leader

Matt Schafer

Women

Mommy Meet Up

Shakopee

Friday at 9:30 AM

This is an invitation for you and your littles (newborn to 5 years old) to come fellowship with other mamas every other Friday. If you are a mama of littles and are looking for a community who will encourage, pray and listen this is for you! We plan on meeting OUTSIDE at different parks every other Friday of the month if weather permits. Co-led by Sam Thames. Please reach out with any questions!

Leader

Jamie Servin

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

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RVYA | Saturday | Women

Woodbury

Saturday at 10:00 AM

We will meet Bi-Weekly on Saturday. This is an opportunity for young Women of God to meet together in community and fellowship, growing and championing one another in our walk with God digging into His word in all seasons of life.

Leader

Katy Baringer

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

Serve Our Community | Meal Ministry

Woodbury

This group is for those who wish to bless others by making a meal. When a family is facing a challenging situation (whether a new baby, health diagnosis, emergency, etc.) and could use some support, my desire is to help provide some meals. When a need arises, I will create a meal train schedule & send it out to all members. You do not need to participate for every need - you can choose what works for you! My goal is to grow the group to easily provide for any need without relying too heavily on any member. This is not a typical small group & will not be meeting together.

Leader

Katelyn Penticoff

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Serve Our Community | SALT (Serving in All the Little Things) | Woodbury

Woodbury

This group exists to provide services to people in the Woodbury community. The projects vary in time/place in homes of widows, veterans, single parents. The team leader will communicate as the needs arise. Your gifts/talents/availability will bless those around us!

Leader

Dave Hill

Serve Our Community | Shakopee

Shakopee

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

Liz Overson

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Serve Our Community | Union Gospel Mission | Woodbury

Woodbury

Join us as we serve meals with The Union Gospel Mission on the first and third Sundays of each month from 5:00pm-7:00pm! You can park anywhere in our lot, even in spots designated as staff only. You can enter through the Bethel Hotel entrance and our front desk staff will direct you to our kitchen area. Once you arrive in the kitchen, our kitchen staff will give instructions on how to serve the meal. We will provide everything you need, and our kitchen staff will be present the entire time to help and support you. Here are some other things to be mindful of: - Wear closed-toed shoes - Make sure clothing covers the chest, shoulders, underarms, torso, and knees - Hairnets (provided by UGMTC) or hat (brought by the volunteer) - Gloves and aprons (provided by UGMTC) Here is a helpful resource, https://volunteers.ugmtc.org/faq

Leader

Diane Donatell

Serve Our Community | Woodbury

Woodbury

Leader

Katelyn Penticoff

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Serve Our Community Group | City

City

Leader

Vicki Hernandez

Young Adult

Serving & Praying for our City

Shakopee

Friday at 6:00 PM

Our small group will meet twice a month. Once to serve our city on Friday evenings with ICCM Life Center on Street Team. The second meeting will be to gather on a Saturday morning for coffee, breakfast, and reading the word together & praying for our city, a missionary in the field abroad, and the people we meet on street team. God called me to start taking notes of the people I met on street team and praying for them regularly. If you are wanting to pray for others and/or share the good news of Jesus. I encourage you to pray about if this group is right for you!

Leader

Mason Giebel

Adult

Study of Colossians | Allan + Angel Rodriguez

City

Wednesday at 6:30 PM

We will embark on a journey throught the book of Colossians.

Leader

Allan Rodriguez

Adult

Study of the Old Testament

Shakopee

Tuesday at 6:00 PM

This will be a 9 week deep dive into the Old Testament. We meet EVERY OTHER Tuesday from 6:00pm-7:30pm We will be using the faith in action series. $10.00 for the book, please bring your $10.00 to the first meeting, we will have the book for you. Lead by Jen Flynn and Laura lucas

Leader

Jen Flynn

MenPromise Principle

The Promise Principle | Jesse Johannesen & Damian Uecker

Shakopee

Thursday at 7:00 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 Lifegroups. 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: rivervalley.org/promise-principle. This group meets Thursday mornings from 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM at Caribou Coffee in Savage (7745 Egan Dr, Savage, MN 55378)

Leader

Jesse Johannesen

The Promise Principle | Wade Gelhar

Woodbury

Tuesday at 6:00 AM

We are meeting at Jerry's Foods, Hargis Dr. Woodbury in the upper seating area. 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

Wade Gelhar

Welcome Home | City Campus | April 2024, Sundays at 11am

City

Sunday at 11:00 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! This is a 4-week small group. Once Welcome Home is complete, we encourage you to find another small group where you can continue growing in your faith as you build friendships. We will meet for 4 weeks on Sundays from 11am-noon at the campus. (April 7, 14, 21, 28). If you are have children, they are welcome to go to Kids during group! You can also attend the 9:30am service and then stay for group!

Leader

Vicki Hernandez

Welcome Home | City Campus | May 2024, Sundays at 11am

City

Sunday at 11:00 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! This is a 4-week small group. Once Welcome Home is complete, we encourage you to find another small group where you can continue growing in your faith as you build friendships. We will meet for 4 weeks on Sundays from 11am-noon at the campus. (May 5, 12, 19, 26). If you are have children, they are welcome to go to Kids during group! You can also attend the 9:30am service and then stay for group!

Leader

Vicki Hernandez

Welcome Home | City Campus | May 2024, Wednesday evenings

City

Wednesday at 6:30 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! This is a 4-week small group. Once Welcome Home is complete, we encourage you to find another small group where you can continue growing in your faith as you build friendships. We will meet for 4 weeks on Wednesdays from 6:30pm-7:30pm at the campus. (May 1, 8, 15, 22).

Leader

Hannah Robinson

Welcome Home | Shakopee | April 2024

Shakopee

Tuesday at 6:30 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! This is a 4-week small group. Once Welcome Home is complete, we encourage you to find another small group where you can continue growing in your faith as you build friendships. Welcome Home for April will meet on Tuesday nights following the conclusion of our Core Groups on April 16th, 23rd, and 30th.

Leader

Josh High