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 plays an important role in creating a warm, welcoming environment for our guests. You are one of the first people that a guest encounters, and you have the opportunity to help create an atmosphere where people feel at home. Your responsibilities on the Cafe Team include preparing the cafe, brewing the coffee, setting out bakery items and cleaning up before and after services.

Greeters

The Prayer Team is a vital part of the ministry done during all services at River Valley! On the Prayer Team, you will have the opportunity to lead others in praying for healing, salvation and difficult circumstances, all while being led by the Holy Spirit as you minister alongside others.

Host

The Host Team is responsible for making sure that newcomers leave feeling connected! They actively seek out those who are new to church or looking for community. The Host Team goes out of their way to ensure people feel seen and included, while helping them make meaningful connections.

Kids

Do you love Jesus and have a heart for the next generation? There are so many ways that you can serve as the hands and feet of Jesus with River Valley Kids! From teaching in the elementary room to serving in childcare, there is a place for you on the Kids Team. Everyone who desires to serve in Kids must complete an application. Upon completion, someone at the campus will review your submission and reach out to you with next steps.

Parking Lot

Be the first smiling face that greets someone at River Valley on the Parking Lot Team! Eagerly engage with guests as you set up parking cones, direct traffic and assist attendees as they make their way into and out of church.

Prayer

The Prayer Team is a vital part of the ministry done during all services at River Valley! On the Prayer Team, you will have the opportunity to lead others in praying for healing, salvation and difficult circumstances, all while being led by the Holy Spirit as you minister alongside others.

Production

The Production Team is crucial to creating an experience that allows people to encounter the presence of God during church services! By joining the team, you will play a key role in enhancing the worship experience as you help with media, lighting, sound, and video. Every detail is shaped by your behind-the-scenes contribution, making a lasting impact on every person who walks through our doors.

Security

By providing a watchful and reassuring presence, the Security Team helps to create a safe space where everyone can worship and participate in church activites. Members of this team help monitor the flow of children, youth and parents in the building, as well as assist with any special circumstances that may arise. Join this ministry to protect and support our church community!

Set Up/Tear Down

Portable campuses are made possible by the Set Up and Tear Down Teams! Everything people see and interact with during a service needs to be set up beforehand and put away after. This behind the scenes team plays a crucial role in setting up our spaces for people to have an encounter with Jesus. Whether you’re passionate about details or wanting to put your strength to the test, this team is for you!

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.

Ushers

The Usher Team are involved in all the details of any particular service by helping people find somewhere to sit, remaining alert to any special needs, assisting with gathering the offering, counting and more! This team has a unique role to play in interacting with people throughout the service, where a helping hand and a smile goes a long way in brightening someone’s day!

YTH Leaders

We would do anything for the next generation! YTH Leaders help with weekly Wednesday night YTH services from ministering to students all the way to helping with set up and tear down. They also help to mentor and guide YTH students through Wednesday nights, Small Groups, events and beyond!

YTH Student Leaders

YTH Student Leaders are current students who want to help lead the way in YTH ministry! YTH Student Leaders help with weekly Wednesday night YTH services, lead Small Groups and build meaningful connections with their peers to help them grow in their faith!

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.

Get Involved

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

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.

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!

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