As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace: —1 Peter 4:10
Do not be negligent, for the Lord has chosen you to stand in His presence, to minister to Him and to be His ministers ... —2 Chronicles 29:11a
Above and Beyond Missions — providing missions support around the world, as well as locally ... includes mission trips and financial assistance to missionaries ... promotes awareness and support from the church ... Ministry Leader: David Dorner (757-604-8650, dcsbdorner@gmail.com) ... Elder Adviser: Josh Brown.
Baptism — coordinates the planning and conducting of baptisms in worship services ... Ministry Leaders: Larry & Jackie Steese (386-871-0519, ljsteese@bellsouth.net) ... Elder Adviser: Call the church office (386-672-1821).
Benevolence — provides for the special needs of members who need a helping hand ... administered by the Deacons ... includes the Barnabas Fund (for people with major medical needs) ... Ministry Leader & Elder Adviser: Aaron Johnsen (386-672-1821, aaron@riverbendchurch.com).
Bible Fellowship Groups — group Bible study and fellowship ... meet Sunday mornings at 9 a.m. ... graded classes for all ages ... Ministry Leader & Elder Adviser: Jason Karr (386-672-1821, jason@riverbendchurch.com).
Biblical Counseling — provides answers from Scripture for people seeking to solve problems or manage life issues ... Ministry Contact: Call the church office (386-672-1821).
Chairs — group of men & women who set up chairs weekly for Sunday worship activities ... Ministry Leader: Duke Landorf (386-677-2493, dukelandorf@yahoo.com) ... Elder Adviser: Call the church office (386-672-1821).
Children — providing Biblical-learning opportunities for elementary-age kids and below through a variety of programs ... Ministry Leader: Call the church office (386-672-1821). ... Elder Adviser: Aaron Johnsen.
Community Groups — small home groups which meet periodically for fellowship, discipleship, outreach and prayer ... Ministry Leader & Elder Adviser: Aaron Johnsen (386-672-1821, aaron@riverbendchurch.com).
Deacons — Servant leaders who assist with pastoral duties (administer communion, minister to widows & orphans, administer the church's benevolence funds)... Ministry Leader: Mike Mergener (386-679-2894, mergener_mike@hotmail.com)... Elder Advisor: Aaron Johnsen.
Facilities — oversight for preparation of events and the maintenance of church properties ... includes church-wide Work Days ... Ministry Leader: Gabriel Martinez (386-672-1821, gabriel@riverbendchurch.com) ... Staff Adviser: Jordan Hargrave (386-672-1821, jordan@riverbendchurch.com).
First Impressions — intentionally making people feel welcome on the Riverbend campus ... includes Welcome Center, Greeters, Guest Welcome, etc ... Ministry Leader: Rick Shanklin(270-243-4523, rishanklin9@gmail.com) ... Elder Adviser: Aaron Johnsen.
Food Services — prepares meals for church activities ... Ministry Leader: Gabriel Martinez (386-672-1821, gabriel@riverbendchurch.com) ... Elder Adviser: Call the church office (386-672-1821).
Hands of Grace — group of senior ladies who engage monthly in a special time of fellowship and worship ... Ministry Leader: Sandy Mosher (315-420-3570, smosher@cfl.rr.com) ... Elder Adviser: Jerry Schaeffer (386-672-1821, jerry@riverbendchurch.com).
Homebound Visitation — reaching out to fellow members who are unable to get out of their homes ... Ministry Leader: Natalie Kennedy (502-494-7617, kennedykween2379@gmail.com) ... Elder Adviser: Aaron Johnsen.
Hospitality — coordinates church-wide social events such as banquets, fellowships and receptions ... Ministry Leader: John & Cindy Carswell (386-453-0971, ccarswell@gatorfam5.com) ... Elder Adviser: Call the church office (386-672-1821).
Library — provides study resources for pastors, teachers & ministry leaders ... Ministry Leader & Elder Adviser: Jerry Schaeffer (386-672-1821, jerry@riverbendchurch.com).
Membership — holds periodic church informational meetings for prospective members ... seeks to get new members acclimated into the church ... Ministry Leader & Elder Adviser: Jerry Schaeffer (386-672-1821, jerry@riverbendchurch.com).
Men — provides opportunities for men to grow in Christlikeness & to learn how to be better leaders—in the home, at church, in the workplace ... Ministry Leader & Elder Adviser: Josh Brown (386-672-1821, josh@riverbendchurch.com).
Nursery & Preschool — child care provided by volunteers for all regularly scheduled Sunday morning and Wednesday evening worship services ... for bed babies through age four ... Ministry Leader: Hope Hargrave (386-672-1821, hope@riverbendchurch.com) ... Elder Adviser: Aaron Johnsen.Aaron Johnsen, aaron@riverbendchurch.com).
Outreach — coordinated efforts to reach people of the community with the Gospel ... includes visiting guests, special events, overseeing collection and distribution of food/gifts for holidays ... Ministry Leader & Elder Adviser: Call the church office (386-672-1821).
Persevering Saints — provides spiritual encouragement, fellowship and ministry support for senior adults (age 60-up) ... Ministry Leader & Elder Adviser: Jerry Schaeffer (386-672-1821, jerry@riverbendchurch.com).
Prayer — provides direction and support for intercessors...includes regular & special prayer times... Ministry Leader & Elder Advisor: Call the church office, 386-672-1821.
Publications — gets the Riverbend word out ... includes newsletters, bulletins, advertising, electronic publications, etc. ... Ministry Leader & Elder Adviser: Jerry Schaeffer (386-672-1821, jerry@riverbendchurch.com).
Riverbend Academy — Christ-centered classical Christian school which teaches preschool through 12th grade ... Ministry Leader & Elder Adviser: Jason Karr (386-672-1821, jason@riverbendchurch.com).
Riverbend Homeschool Co-op — Homeschool cooperative for grades K-12 that meets on campus every-other Friday from September thru May ... Ministry Leader: Rachel Mergener (386-214-1092, rmergener@gmail.com) ... Elder Adviser: Jason Karr.
Riverbend Kids — coordinates the calendar of events for the children’s programs and Bible Fellowship Groups on Sunday mornings ... plans activities, such as TAG (Truth & Grace Club), Baby Dedication, Summer Kids Club, etc. ... Ministry Leader: Hope Hargrave (386-672-1821, hope@riverbendchurch.com ... Elder Adviser: Aaron Johnsen.
Safe Team — provides security at the church during worship services and other events ... Ministry Leader: David Dorner (757-604-8650, david@riverbendchurch.com) ... Elder Adviser: Call the church office (386-672-1821).
Social Media — provides information about Riverbend on the world-wide web ... includes website and other social outlets, such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc. ... Ministry Leader: Shayna Mills (386-672-1821, shayna@riverbendchurch.com) ... Elder Adviser: Jerry Schaeffer.
Students — extensive program of activities for youth (grades 6-12), with almost daily happenings to choose from ... Ministry Leader & Elder Adviser: Aaron Johnsen (386-672-1821, aaron@riverbendchurch.com).
Tech Ministry — provides technical expertise in sound, lighting and multimedia for worship and special events ... Ministry Leader: Jordan Hargrave (386-672-1821, jordan@riverbendchurch.com ... Elder Adviser: Josh Brown.
Vacation Bible School (VBS) — a one-week summer Bible-training time for children ... Ministry Leader: Hope Hargrave (386-672-1821, hope@riverbendchurch.com) ... Elder Adviser: Josh Brown.
Women — provides opportunities for women to grow in Christlikeness & to learn how to be better Christians—in the home, at church, in the workplace ... includes Sarah's Circle: Ministry Leaders: Encourager Group (contact person: Carole Edwards, 386-453-5990, edwardsrealty@bellsouth.net) ... includes Hands of Grace (seniors): Ministry Leader: Sandy Mosher (315-420-3570, smosher@cfl.rr.com) ... Elder Adviser: Josh Brown (386-672-1821).
Worship Team — worship leaders for Riverbend services ... Ministry Leader & Elder Adviser: Josh Brown (386-672-1821, josh@.riverbendchurch.com).
Young Adults — meeting needs of college-age singles and young marrieds into their 30’s ... Elder Adviser: Call the church office (386-672-1821).