Riverview Ministries

EDUCATION

Sundays:
Beginning at 9:00 and 10:30 AM, classes are offered for all age groups, age 2 - Adult.
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Wednesdays:
Adult prayer meeting begins at 7 PM and includes a Bible study.

Thursdays: (September - May)
Ladies Morning Out includes a fellowship time at 9:30 with classes beginning at 10 AM.
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MUSIC

Exalt:
The contemporary praise team which leads worship most Sunday mornings at 10:30. Exalt includes technical support as well as musicians.
Rehearsal: Sundays, 8:15 AM

Steadfast:
The praise team that "rocks" at SHOUT! They strive to include the latest contemporary music in their eclectic repertoire. New musicians as well as "techies" are welcome.
Rehearsal: Wednesdays, 8:30 PM

Sanctuary Choir:
Provides traditional style anthems at most morning worship services September - May. It is not too late to be a part of this anointed ministry. Come and join us this week. We are also seeking willing instrumentalists to accompany the choir. Occasionally we sing anthems that call for additional instruments. If you are proficient on an instrument, any type of instrument, (washtubs count too!) and are willing, please contact Cheryl Reeves.
Rehearsal: Wednesdays, 7:00 PM

Children's Choir:
Designed for students in grades 1-6, the children present music in the morning worship service monthly, September - June. They usually present a musical Christmas program in early December.

PRAYER

Women's Praise & Prayer:
Meets bi-weekly in homes. See calendar for location.

Adult Prayer:
Meets Wednesdays, 6 PM in the Fireside Room South.

ADULT MINISTRIES

Riverview's Adult Ministries include bible studies and prayer groups for men and women, college/young adults through senior adults.

Wise Guys:
What is true manliness? What is success? What's the real bottom line of life? How can I nurture my family? How can I be a Christian leader? What ministry skills do I have that can be developed? How do I live out my faith at work? What is integrity and how is it developed? Wise Guys exists to help men answer these questions, and have fun while doing it. Monthly (last Tuesday of month) small group includes a short study and prayer time.
We also meet quarterly for events that always involve eating.

55 & Better:
Designed for those 55 and older, this groups meets monthly, usually on the second Tuesday of the month. Activities range from service to community and Riverview organizations to potluck luncheons as well as day outings. Past outings have included a trip on the Jonathon Padelford, a tour of the Minnesota History Museum, enjoying the Japanese Gardens at Como Park.

RELEVANT 24-7 STUDENT MINISTRIES

Youth Ministries (grades 7-12)
"So then just as you received Jesus Christ as Lord, continue to live in Him..." Colossians 2.6

J-Walk exists to build up the Kingdom of God among students in grades 7-8.
Wednesday nights at 6:00-7:15 PM and Sunday mornings at 9 AM.

Outlet: A reminder that each student needs to be plugged in to God, His Power and His word on a daily basis. Focused on students in grades 9-12.
Wednesday nights at 7:15-8:30 PM and Sunday mornings at 9 AM.

Check out Relevant247.com for more information about our youth programming.

CHILDREN'S MINISTRIES (infant - grade 6)

A variety of ministry opportunities are available to children attending Riverview.

For kindergarten and elementary school-age children, these include Sunday morning Kingdom Kids (K-6) (9 am), and Children's Church (K-4) (during the morning worship service). Wednesday night activities include Pioneer Girls for girls grades 1-6, and Boys Brigade for boys grade 1-6.

Riverview offers a structured program for preschoolers age 2 through 4 including Sunday School and Children's Church. Both venues offer lessons directed to the concrete learning needs of preschoolers.

Nursery care is provided for infants up to 24 months on Sunday during Sunday School, Worship and Shout! Nursery care is available on Wednesday evenings from 6-7:45 PM for those attending study groups or club activities and during Ladies Morning Out on Thursdays.

View the VBS 2007 highlight video!

Safe & Fun Online Games for Kids!

FAMILY FELLOWSHIP MEALS

Weekly dinners (Sept-May) take place Wednesday evenings at 5:15. Bring the entire family to dinner ($4/person or $10/family), and then stay for the Wednesday night activities.
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COMMUNITY

Military Prayer Support:
Meets Sundays, 7 PM, to pray for armed service personnel and their families. Personnel are prayed for individually, by name; most are not members of the church. Provides practical support to personnel through shipments of personal care products, cookies, snacks, and magazines.

Recovery, Inc:
Meets Mondays, 7 PM, a self help group for those dealing with depression, anxiety, nervousness, stress and other mental health issues.

Ladies Morning Out:
Meets Thursdays, 9:30 - 11:00 AM, September through May: Fellowship with some special feature or speaker; bible study begins at 10 AM. Child care provided for infants and preschoolers. [ more ]

Bible Study at Westwood Ridge Senior Residence:
Meets Wednesdays, 10:00 - 10:45 AM at Westwood Ridge, 1 W. Thompson, W. St. Paul. A non-denominational Bible study taught by Pastor Wick.

Cornerstone Jail Ministry:
Riverview partners with six other churches, under the leadership of Hastings area pastor James Bzoskie, to bring the Gospel to men and women in the Dakota County jail. Riverview leads a Sunday morning worship service at the jail every seven weeks, and also provides support for a weekly Bible study at the jail on Wednesday mornings.

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