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Find Your Place to Serve

This is your invitation to be part of what God is doing at River Valley Church and in our local communities.

Serve Teams

Each campus has amazing teams of volunteers. From the parking lot to the platform, Serve Teams make a difference in the lives of everyone who comes through our doors. Join a team, make new friends and own the atmosphere at your campus!

Cafe

The Cafe Team prepares the cafe, brews the coffee, sets out the bakery items and performs minor cleaning during their service time and after the last service.
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Greeters

The Greeter Team welcomes people and watches for newcomers! They serve as a friendly presence as people walk into church and also as a personal guide for new guests.
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Host

The Host Team is responsible for connecting with people. Hosts actively seek out those who are new to our church as well as those who seem disengaged and go above and beyond to help people feel seen and included.
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Kids

Our kids are world-changers! Everyone who desires to serve in Kids must complete an application. Upon completion, someone at the campus will review your submission and contact you to determine the best fit for your gifts and schedule.
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Parking Lot

The Parking Team sets up parking cones, directs inbound/outbound traffic flow, assists attendees making their way into the building and makes all of our guests feel welcomed by directing, waving and answering any questions.
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Prayer

The Prayer Team prays with people after each service. Prayer Team members will have opportunities to pray for healing, salvation, challenging life situations and much more!
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Prison Ministry

After applying to join the team, we will communicate specific details and instructions for getting you connected and serving in prison ministry.
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Production

The Production Team controls the media, lighting and sound during services. Members queue the media content on the screens, manage audio and set the lighting during worship and the message.
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Security

The Security Team ensures safety during our campus services and events. Security Team members monitor the flow of children, youth and parents in our building, as well as secure building entrances and exits. They also assist with any disruptions, special circumstances or emergencies that may arise.
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Set Up/Tear Down

The Set Up and Tear Down Teams help with our portable campuses and events. Everything people see and interact with during a service needs to be set up beforehand and put away afterward.
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Social Media

The Social Media Team serves to promote the story of our local River Valley campuses through social media platforms. Through talented photographers, videographers, writers and storytellers, we elevate the values, opportunities and events of our church across our community. In addition, we engage with our church and online community through meaningful conversations and connections.
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Ushers

The Usher Team assists guests with seating as they enter, remains alert to any special needs, facilitates the offering, counts people in a specific section of the auditorium and distributes Connect Cards and giving envelopes. These members are also responsible for minor cleaning of the auditorium following the service.
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YTH Leaders

We believe in the next generation! YTH Leaders minister to students, participate in events and activities and assist with pre-service setup and post-service teardown.
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YTH Student Leaders

We believe in the next generation! YTH Leaders minister to students, participate in events and activities and assist with pre-service setup and post-service teardown.
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Serve Our Community

Serve Our Community exists to go out – out beyond our campuses to care for and serve our communities through consistent and relational ministry. We want to share the love of Jesus through our partnerships, generous giving and practical use of our talents and time to meet tangible needs. Click below to participate! 

First Saturday Serve

On the first Saturday of each month, teams meet at various locations to share God’s love in practical ways by caring for the felt needs within our community. Details and registrations for upcoming opportunities are listed below.

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Get Involved

Sign up to serve with a Serve Our Community Small Group below.

Small Groups

Serve Day

Join us and thousands of others on July 12 as we come together to bless those in our communities! Serve Day is a day dedicated to showing people that we love the city they live in, the schools they go to, the parks they play at, and we will serve however we can! Simple acts of selfless love can open hearts to Jesus, and together we can make a difference.

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More Intiatives

Angel Tree

Angel Tree is a Prison Fellowship program that invites you to purchase a Christmas Gift on behalf of an incarcerated parent(s) for their child(ren). We can show these kids the love of Jesus and help them know they are valued – unlocking their potential for a brighter future!

Basic Needs Drive

Food insecurity is a huge issue throughout the United States. Every March, we support food shelves in our communities. Every donation helps someone in need and we are excited to make a difference.

Foster Care

If you are considering Foster Care, we would love to pray with you and provide you with resources! Email us at fostercare@rivervalley.org

ICCM Life Street Teams

Every Friday night there is an opportunity to serve with the ICCM Life Center and serve the streets of Minneapolis to love our neighbors and build relationships! You are welcome to serve one time or multiple times.

Serve Day

Join us and thousands of others one day in July as we come together to bless those in our communities! Serve Day is a day dedicated to showing people that we love the city they live in, the schools they go to and the parks they play at! Simple acts of selfless love can open hearts to Jesus, and together we can make a difference.

School Staff

We are happy to get connected with you and to help you get connected with other school staff!
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Operation Christmas Child

Operation Christmas Child provides shoeboxes and the Good News of Jesus Christ to children affected by war, poverty, natural disaster, famine, and disease. Let’s ignite our generosity and giving spirit during the Christmas season by giving thousands of shoeboxes to kids around the world!

Not sure how to serve? Here are some ideas: