Small Groups

50 + Married Couples | Cindy Kerzman

Shakopee

Wednesday at 7:00 PM

We will watch courses on DiscipleU and discuss them as a group.

Leader

Cindy Kerzman

60+ in Bloomington Fellowship

Shakopee

Wednesday at 6:30 PM

This is a group that meets once every two weeks and is for those 60 years and above. We will get together to fellowship, have some spiritual discussion and pray for each other.

Leader

Teri Kojetin

Youth

Abby & Katy’s Small Group | High School Girls

Woodbury

Monday at 7:00 PM

This is a group for young women to meet together in community and fellowship, growing and championing one another in our walk with God as we dig into his word. We will meet weekly on Monday's at 7pm. We can't wait to see you there!

Leader

Abby Countryman

Alpha | Apple Valley Winter 2024

Apple Valley

Tuesday at 6:30 PM

Alpha is a Core Group that unpacks what River Valley believes. It answers questions like: Who is Jesus?, How do I read the Bible?, and Does God heal today? The format is simple: We share a meal around a table, listen to a talk on the week’s topic, and then have discussion together to learn more. Arrive at 630pm. If you have children, childcare is provided, you can check them in and drop them off at 615pm. Note, due to a time change for core groups, dinner will not be provided in Kids, so please plan accordingly. Alpha will begin on Tuesday, Feb 6 in the Lounge. Our group will meet for 10 weeks, ending on Tuesday, Apr 9.

Leader

Tamara Ringeisen

Alpha | CITY Winter 2024

City

Wednesday at 6:00 PM

Alpha is a Core Group that unpacks what River Valley believes. It answers questions like: Who is Jesus?, How do I read the Bible?, and Does God heal today? Each week we will begin our time together with a meal, followed teaching and discussion. Our group will meet weekly at our campus on Wednesdays February 7 thru April 10, 6:00pm-8pm. Doors open, check in and food for this group will be available beginning at 6pm. We will conclude our group by serving together on our 11th week - Wednesday April 17 at 7pm in Coon Rapids (ages 5+ are welcome to attend)

Leader

Vicki Hernandez

Alpha | Crosstown Winter 2024

Crosstown

Tuesday at 6:30 PM

Alpha is a Core Group at River Valley. Alpha is a series of sessions over 8 weeks that explores the Christian faith (Tuesdays, Feb 6-Mar 26). It answers questions like: Who is Jesus?, How do I read the Bible?, and Does God heal today? The format is simple: We listen to a talk on the week’s topic, and then have a discussion together to learn more. For this season, free childcare will be offered with limited capacities on a first-come, first-serve basis. Please indicate within this registration, the name and age of the child[ren] you would like to bring to childcare for the duration of the Alpha season.

Leader

Alan Pastian

Alpha | Faribault Winter 2024

Faribault

Sunday at 10:00 AM

Alpha is a Core Group that unpacks what we believe at River Valley Church. What do we believe about the Bible? Who is Jesus? How do I share my faith? If you have questions about being a Christian that you want to find genuine answers to, this is a safe place to get those answers! We share a meal around a table, listen to a talk on the week’s topic, and then have a discussion together to learn more about God and get to know one another in a deeper way.

Leader

Leif Crooks

Alpha | Minnetrista Winter 2024

Minnetrista

Monday at 6:00 PM

Alpha is a Core Group that unpacks what River Valley believes. It answers questions like Who is Jesus?, How do I read the Bible? And Does God heal today? The format is simple: We share a meal around a table, listen to a talk on the week's topic, and then have discussion together to learn more. Our Winter semester will begin Monday, February 5, at 6:00pm. Dinner will be served each week, and childcare will be provided on a limited basis. A separate registration will be required for childcare. This group will meet for 10 weeks and will end on April 8.

Leader

Shawn Roehl

Alpha | Shakopee Winter 2024

Shakopee

Tuesday at 6:00 PM

Alpha is a Core Group, taught by Pastor Zeus Vital, that unpacks what River Valley believes. It answers questions like: Who is Jesus?, How do I read the Bible?, and Does God heal today? The format is simple: We share a meal around a table, listen to a talk on the week’s topic, and then have discussion together to learn more. For this season, free dinner and free childcare will be offered with limited capacities on a first come, first serve basis. Registration will be required for each child individually which will secure a spot in childcare for the whole Alpha session. Childcare is available at a limited capacity. The childcare registration link will be available soon!

Alpha | Woodbury Winter 2024

Woodbury

Monday at 6:30 PM

Alpha is an intentional place where we can have honest and open conversations about life’s biggest questions. Whether you’re new to faith, exploring Christianity or a bit put off by religious conversations, Alpha is a safe place where you can ask questions and get answers. Each week we will share a meal together as we discuss our topic for the night. Everyone is welcome and no questions are off-limits. Arrive at 6:15pm. If you have children, childcare is provided; you can check them in and drop them off at 6pm. Dinner is provided, but if you have food allergies, plan ahead and eat your own food. Alpha will begin at 6:30pm and go until 8:00pm. This group starts on Monday, February 5th, in the Main Auditorium. Our group will meet for 9 weeks, ending on Monday, April 8th. Also, mark your calendar for the Holy Spirit Retreat on Saturday, March 16th.

Leader

Matt Nylin

Women

Amber & Jasmine’s Small Group

Maple Grove

Tuesday at 6:30 AM

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! We will start with the "Take Ground" study guide that is inspired by this year's vision that pastor rob shared in January. We believe that we are going to end the year strong as we take ground as a church and also see you take ground personally

Leader

Amber Miller

Andy & Nancy’s Small Group

Maple Grove

Tuesday at 6:30 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! We will start with the "Take Ground" study guide that is inspired by this year's vision that pastor rob shared in January. We believe that we are going to end the year strong as we take ground as a church and also see you take ground personally.

Leader

Andy Miller

Family

Apples of Our Eyes

Faribault

Friday at 10:00 AM

We are welcoming all mom's and dad's with kids to join us for a short devotional lesson, play/game/interact time for the kids and social time for the parents. We will be integrating various field trips so we can learn and explore our town and the surrounding area together. We will meet the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month. This group is co-lead by Sommer Cunningham, Taina Dubbels and Brooke Stang. Please feel free to contact us with any questions. Our first meeting will be February 10th.

Leader

Taina Dubbels

Young Adult

Bible Study at U of M | Kirby Sato

City

Thursday at 7:00 PM

Just us at the U of M campus for our Thursday night bible study. We will read the bible together, have fellowship and a time of worship/prayer. We are excited to build community and grow in Christ together! We will meet weekly on Thursdays 7pm at Coffman Memorial Union

Leader

Kirby Sato

Women

Brittany Carson’s Small Group

Maple Grove

Thursday at 6:30 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! We will be going through a take-ground study guide that follows the vision for our church for this year! After we are done with the six weeks we will continue to study the Bible together.

Leader

Brit Carson

Brotherhood

Woodbury

Tuesday at 6:30 PM

In this series we will be studying the Book of Romans. It will be a very powerful study as we dig into God's word and grow closer to the Lord. We will have an awesome time of learning the Bible, developing friendships, having great discussions, and lifting up one another in faith and prayer. We need each other. Proverbs 27:17 tells us, "Just as iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another." Together we will encourage, challenge, and help each other to become all we can be for Jesus Christ. For more information call or text Jim at 715-441-4802.

Leader

Jim Crawmer

Bryant & Seth’s Small Group

Maple Grove

Monday at 7:15 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! We will be going through a take-ground study guide that follows the vision for our church for this year! After we are done with the six weeks we will continue to study the Bible together.

Leader

Bryant Bohlig

AdultWomen

Cathy’s Group

Apple Valley

Friday at 6:30 PM

If you are newer to River Valley church and are looking to get connected 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! Address will be emailed upon registration.

Leader

Cathy Bertell

Chanhassen Iron Sharpeners

Crosstown

Wednesday at 6:00 AM

We will meet in person on Wednesday mornings from 6:00-7:30am. Each week we'll study the scriptures to grow deeper in our faith as well as encourage one another through prayer and fellowship. We meet at the Chanhassen Lunds & Byerly's Caribou Coffee.

Leader

Marty Ward

Family

Couples Study on Romans

Crosstown

Thursday at 6:30 PM

We will be diving in as couples to study the first half of the book of Romans, leveraging Nathan Finochio's TheosU study. We have a rotating meeting schedule to make it easier for families with kids that rotates between men only, women only and couples every 3 weeks (with a sitter at our house for those that need it during study). Tentative schedule below. 10/5 – Men 10/12 – MARRIAGE NIGHT! (No group meeting to attend marriage night) 10/19 – Women 10/26 – Couples (with sitter @ Nelsons) 11/2 – Men 11/9 – Women 11/16 – Couples (with sitter @ Nelsons) 11/23 – THANKSGIVING (NO MEETING) 11/30 – Men 12/7 – Women 12/14 – Couples (with sitter @ Nelsons)

Leader

Sydney Nelson

CTY Men’s Bible Study | Dave Ritzman & Aaron Overfors

City

Wednesday at 6:30 PM

This is an interactive Men’s Bible and discipleship group where men grow in Christ and His Word thru community with one another. We cover books in the Bible related to aspects of a man’s life such as his purpose, roles, relationships, lifestyle, gifts, workplace, money, sex, communications and more! We will learn how to read, study, and apply the Bible so we learn Truth, walk by The Spirit and hear God's voice for ourselves. It will also be a time of prayer, laughter, and fellowship with every few months engaging in a special activity (e.g., have a meal, go to a game, etc.) as well as serve our church and city. We hope you’ll join us in doing life together in Christ!

Leader

Dave Ritzman

Dave Olson | Monday

Chaska

Monday at 6:00 AM

Leader

Dave Olson

Dave Olson | Thursday

Chaska

Thursday at 6:00 AM

Leader

Dave Olson

AdultFamilyMarriage

Eagan | Marriage + Parenting | Winter 2024

Eagan

Monday at 6:30 PM

Join us for Marriage + Parenting, an on-campus group meeting on Monday nights starting on Feb 5, 2024. The format includes a large-group teaching on Marriage (weeks 1-4), and Parenting (weeks 5-8), then small group/round table discussion. Please make sure to register for yourself and your spouse. Childcare is available!

Leader

Josiah Christian

Young Adult

Emily & Olga’s Small Group

Maple Grove

Thursday 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! Let's dig deep, build big and let God get all the glory as we move in His likeness. It's God's heart and will that we would mature in our faith and move into all that He has for us. Together let's move from striving to thriving as we share life together!

Leader

Emily Auge

Empower

Faribault

Friday at 6:30 PM

There is nothing more exciting than living a Spirit-filled empowered life! This eight-week Bible study will instruct, encourage, experience and inspire you to walk in all that Jesus has made available to you through the infilling of the Holy Spirit and the gifts that He imparts. These gifts are vital and need to be used in order to be effective witnesses for Him. In this study you will learn about the unseen world, which is called the Spirit realm. Even though we don't see it with our physical eyes, we interact with it on a daily basis. You will also learn in detail about each of the nine gifts of the Spirit and how they are used throughout the Old and New Testament by ordinary people. Finally, you will have the opportunity to deepen your relationship with the Lord through the lessons on prayer and intercession. Are you ready to get started? Empower is open to anyone at River Valley that has been through our Alpha; if you have not attended Alpha you will want to sign up for that. Our group will meet weekly at our home on Fridays October 13 thru December 15, 6:30pm-8pm.

Leader

Ann Muenchow

Empower | Apple Valley Winter 2024

Apple Valley

Tuesday at 6:30 PM

There is nothing more exciting than living a Spirit-filled, empowered life! This eight-week Bible study will instruct, encourage and inspire you to walk in all that Jesus has made available to you through the infilling of the Holy Spirit and the gifts that He imparts. These gifts are vital and need to be used in order to be effective witnesses for Him. In this study you will learn about the unseen world, which is called the Spirit realm. Even though we don't see it with our physical eyes, we interact with it on a daily basis. You will also learn in detail about each of the nine gifts of the Spirit how they are used throughout the Old and New Testament by ordinary people. Finally, you will have the opportunity to deepen your relationship with the Lord through the lessons on prayer and intercession. Empower will meet every Tuesday beginning Feb 6 through Tuesday, Apr 9, 6:30 to 8:00pm. Childcare is provided. We will be meeting in Suite 1000. Please note*** It is strongly recommended that you attend the Alpha and Freedom courses before attending Empower.

Empower | City Campus | Winter 2024

City

Tuesday at 6:30 PM

Empower is open to anyone at River Valley that has been through our Alpha; if you have not attended Alpha you will need to sign up for that. There is nothing more exciting than living a Spirit-filled empowered life! This 9 week Bible study will instruct, encourage, experience and inspire you to walk in all that Jesus has made available to you through the infilling of the Holy Spirit and the gifts that He imparts. These gifts are vital and need to be used in order to be effective witnesses for Him. In this study you will learn about the unseen world, which is called the Spirit realm. Even though we don't see it with our physical eyes, we interact with it on a daily basis. You will also learn in detail about each of the nine gifts of the Spirit and how they are used throughout the Old and New Testament by ordinary people. Finally, you will have the opportunity to deepen your relationship with the Lord through the lessons on prayer and intercession. Are you ready to get started? Our group will meet weekly at our campus on Tuesdays February 2 thru April 2, 6:30pm-8pm. Doors open and check in will be available beginning at 6pm. We will conclude our group by serving together on our 11th week - Wednesday April 17 at 7pm in Coon Rapids (ages 5+ are welcome to attend)