Small Groups

Men’s Discipleship | Authentic Manhood

Apple Valley

Monday at 6:30 PM

This group is for men pursuing God and asking Him to equip them with all they need to walk with Him in truth, passion, purpose, purity and discipleship. The group utilizes the Authentic Manhood curriculum ("33" series -for the 33 years that Jesus walked the earth). The curriculum and group resources offer clear and practical Biblical insights on God’s design for manhood that are both refreshing and inspiring. The group will point men to a gospel-centered vision of life that sets them up to enjoy God’s grace as they pursue the promises of His Word. Group Timeline: Stage 1: 12 weeks - Authentic Manhood for Grown Men (A Man’s Design, His Story, and His Traps) (meets for 12 consecutive weeks). Stage 2: 6 additional weeks: Man and his Work 6 additional weeks: Man and his Marriage, and Fatherhood Men can join at anytime, but in order to earn a camo wristband with “Iron Sharpens Iron” (Free, Pure Disciples on the inside) a man must complete his full commitment to Stages 1 & 2.

Leader

Matt Yost

Men’s Discipleship | Meyer Carriger

City

Thursday at 7:00 PM

We will read/watch Wild at Heart and go through the '33 Series Authentic Manhood', hear from guest speakers, and learn from each other as we are discipled into better men, who walk in God's truth of what manhood is, know our life's purpose, live in purity, and be men who are never complacent and who go Full Throttle and Take Ground in every segment of our Life: Church, for our Wife (or future wife), Friends, Community, and at Work. Also, we will bbq while we still can! Looking forward to meeting you! If you have any questions, text me at 952-215-4535

Leader

Meyer Carriger

Men’s Group

Faribault

Saturday at 7:00 AM

Come join us as we have breakfast and read the word of God together every Saturday morning starting at 7:00am at 125 5th Ave. NE Faribault, MN 55021.

Men’s Group – ‘The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry’

Shakopee

Tuesday at 6:30 AM

Hello! We meet at River Valley Shakopee on Tuesdays from 6:30-7:30am. Starting Sep. 12, we will start a new book series discussing John Mark Comer's book 'The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: How to Stay Emotionally Healthy and Spiritually Alive in the Chaos of the Modern World". Here is the synopsis: --- “Who am I becoming?” That was the question nagging pastor and author John Mark Comer. Outwardly, he appeared successful. But inwardly, things weren’t pretty. So he turned to a trusted mentor for guidance and heard these words: “Ruthlessly eliminate hurry from your life. Hurry is the great enemy of the spiritual life.” It wasn’t the response he expected, but it was—and continues to be—the answer he needs. Too often we treat the symptoms of toxicity in our modern world instead of trying to pinpoint the cause. A growing number of voices are pointing at hurry, or busyness, as a root of much evil. Within the pages of this book, you’ll find a fascinating roadmap to staying emotionally healthy and spiritually alive in the chaos of the modern world.

Leader

Matt Lemos

Men’s Open Gym Basketball

Crosstown

Sunday at 7:00 PM

We are starting a men’s only (for now) small group in which we’ll be getting together on Sunday nights at Trinity Lutheran Church in Long Lake, for open gym basketball. All skill levels are welcome and the gym will be reserved for this RV group, specifically. Get in the gym and enjoy some fellowship and fun runs up and down the court for a few hours, followed by group prayer. Competition is great, especially in an encouraging environment, surrounded by men who love Jesus. Let’s form some authentic friendships while collectively missing plenty of shots and turning the ball over dozens of times. Please wear outdoor shoes until you enter the gym, in which then you can switch into your gym/basketball shoes. The cost is $5/person (each time) and their staff prefers cash, if possible.

Leader

Corey Thonn

Men’s Pure Life

Eagan

Friday at 6:30 AM

This Small Group is for men of all ages seeking to have accountability to live pure lives. We check in weekly to: • Report on purity • Share praise for the good things God has done in your life • Request prayer • Set goals for the week 1 John 1:9 If we confess our sins He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and purify us from all unrighteousness. We meet at Panera Bread in Eagan at 6:30 to 7:30 on Friday mornings. SPECIAL NOTE: During the summer we meet at Lebanon Hills Park (Holland Lake Entrance on Lexington & Cliff Rd.) BEGINNING 04/21/2023

Leader

PAUL WEISENBURGER

Mens Promise Principle Minnetrista Chapter – The Listeners

Minnetrista

Saturday at 8:00 AM

You are welcome here! This is a "join at anytime" men's group. If you are looking for a deeper connection with God, this group is for you. Have you ever wanted to hear God's voice, but not sure if it was His voice you are hearing? Scripture is our guide as we read and explore God's plan for our lives. If you have questions, if you are seeking Truth - Whether you’re still exploring faith in Christ, or you have been a Christian for many years, you’ll experience His Promises, Truths, and Commands in this weekly study. Practice listening for God's calling on your life. This group meets weekly in the Mound/Minnetrista area.

Leader

Tony Strong

Michael Rice’s Small Group

Woodbury

Tuesday 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! Our group will meet bi-weekly.

Leader

Michael Rice

Minnetrista Young Adults

Minnetrista

Thursday at 6:30 PM

This is an opportunity for young adults (18-26) to connect with each other. Come and build community and be with others growing a relationship with God. We will dive into relatable lessons and topics followed by purposeful conversation and prayer. We are excited about this group and look forward to seeing you there! This group will be held off-site in a home near the Minnetrista campus. Connect with us for directions! We will see you on September, 29th for a young adult event hosted in Minnetrista!

Leader

Faith Unglaub

Women

Mom’s Small Group

Shakopee

Thursday at 9:30 AM

This is an invitation for you to come fellowship with other mamas every other week! If you are a mama of littles and are looking for a community of women who will encourage, pray and listen this is for you! We plan on meeting the 1st and 3rd THURSDAY of the month at Shakopee Campus 9:30-11. They say it takes a village so let’s gather together and create that village! Co-led by Sam Thames. Please reach out with any questions

Leader

Jamie Servin

Morning Men’s Breakfast

Crosstown

Wednesday at 6:30 AM

In-person meeting: we meet Weds morn 6:30-7:30am at Edina OPH. Some come early and some stay late. Casual get together with conversation around the recent sermon or other weekly bible study topics presented by group members. Come Fellowship with other men chasing after Jesus! For updates and to stay connected, join the Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/926957327477648/?multi_permalinks=933970293443018%2C933948086778572¬if_id=1517317872309078¬if_t=group_activity&ref=notif

Leader

Matt Dillon

Narrow Gate Leadership

Crosstown

Tuesday at 7:00 AM

Narrow Gate Leadership exists to call business leaders to a higher level of awareness and engagement of their God-given calling in the marketplace. Both Established Leaders and Emerging Leaders are welcome.

Leader

Brandon Murphy

Nightly Prayer on Zoom

Woodbury

Monday at 7:00 PM • Virtual

Prayer is powerful, indispensable, irreplaceable, and makes all things possible! We have been praying nightly online for almost 3 years. Join us whenever you can as we pray for God's Kingdom to come and His will to be done. We are battling in prayer for darkness to be driven back, for America to be saved, for the Churches to be revived, and for the world to be won for our Lord Jesus Christ ! Personal prayer requests will be honored at the end of the meeting. Nightly Monday-Friday 7PM, Saturday & Sunday 6PM. Zoom Room # is 2262218119. "Now unto Him,... who is able to carry out His purpose and do super abundantly, far over and above all that we ask or think, and infinitely beyond our highest prayers, desires, thoughts, hopes, or dreams- To Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations forever and ever. Amen! (Ephesians 3:20-21)

Leader

Jim Crawmer

Online Community Connect

Online

Sunday at 1:00 PM • Virtual

A monthly get together over Zoom for anyone who calls River Valley Online their home, or who is interested in learning more. A time of fellowship, sharing and prayer for each other.

Leader

David Rowe

Philippians Study

Crosstown

Thursday at 6:30 PM

We are starting a new adult small group and looking for couples and singles (multi-generational) that are wanting to find community, grow deeper in their faith, and just do life together. We will be studying the book of Philippians and will meet on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. Our first meeting will be a time to get to know each other with a short intro into the book of Philippians. We'd love to have you join us!

Leader

Neal Hildebrandt

Women

Pray for the Nations

Apple Valley

at 6:30 AM

We are a group of women dedicated to pray - specifically for unreached people around the world, for the missionaries who have gone to reach them, and for the future 500. We will meet at the Panera in Apple Valley.

Leader

Tara Mack

Pray for the Nations

Woodbury

Friday at 6:30 PM

This group will meet monthly to pray for the nations and our church missionaries. We will gather the second Friday of each month in our home for prayer and worship. Additionally, once a month, we will explore cultural opportunities in the Twin Cities.

Leader

Michael Rice

MenPromise Principle

Promise Principle John Farinacci

Crosstown

Saturday at 9:00 AM

You are welcome here! This is a "join at anytime" men's group. If you are looking for a deeper connection with God, this group is for you. God desires that we overcome being ruled by our thoughts and feelings, which are highly influenced by our circumstances — family, work, health, or temptation. 2 Peter 1:3–4 tells us that we can actually do this! It comes from learning to respond to God's promises in His Word and through prayer. This is the purpose of The Promise Principle Men's Small Groups. Whether you’re still exploring faith in Christ, or you have been a Christian for many years, you’ll experience what we believe Jesus meant when He called His disciples to change the world by discovering and responding to His promises, truths, and commands. Click here to read more about The Promise Principle and see our weekly reading plan: http://leaders.rivervalley.org/promise

Leader

John Farinacci

AdultServe Our Community

Public School Family & Staff Group

Crosstown

Sunday at 3:00 PM

The public schools are one of the largest mission fields right in our neighborhoods. This group will meet monthly to inspire, encourage, and equip one another to take ground in our local public schools. Let's be the hands and feet of Jesus! We will share ways to get involved in the schools, pray for one another, and take time to connect. Come join us as we encourage one another. You are not alone! For our first meeting, we will meet on September 17th at 3-4:30 pm. There is no childcare but kids are welcome to come if they are self-sufficient. The content is geared toward adults. If you have any questions please reach out to the Leader.

Leader

Jill Anderson

Reid & Bethany’s Small Group

Maple Grove

Leader

Reid Thompson

Serve Our Community

Rhonda Benson Small Group

Apple Valley

Tuesday at 6:30 PM

We gather together to work on projects, share a devotional, fellowship, pray and bless our community. You can bring a project of your own or work on one we've already started. Group projects are donated to the community. All ages are welcome and no experience is necessary. Current projects include tie blankets, loom hats, knitted and crocheted scarves, hats and blankets.

Leader

Ronda Benson

Young AdultAdultFamily

RVYA | Eagan

Eagan

The purpose of River Valley Young Adults Ministry is to help you learn how to hear the voice of God, pursue discipleship, and also have community that is focused on people on mission! For every first Thursday of the month, we will all join and build the RVYA Service together at the Minneapolis (City) Campus. The Young Adults of the Eagan Campus meet every Thursday (except the first Thursday of the month) at 7PM via Zoom for a Bible Study. We are excited for you to join us!

Leader

Ari Lowell

RVYA | Faribault

Faribault

Sunday at 6:00 PM

Welcome to Young Adults in Faribault! We will explore tangible and everyday ways to build your faith and help you find community with fellow young adults. We will meet every other Sunday evening at 45th Avenue NW, Faribault, MN 55021. We will enjoy some snacks, read some scripture, open up for Q/A time and prayer at the end.

Leader

Chris Sletto

Young AdultWomen

RVYA | Saturday | Women

Woodbury

Saturday at 10:00 AM

We will meet Bi-Weekly on Saturday. This is an opportunity for young Women of God to meet together in community and fellowship, growing and championing one another in our walk with God digging into His word in all seasons of life.

Leader

Katy Baringer

RVYA | Thursday | WI

Woodbury

Thursday at 6:30 PM

We are a group of young adults pursuing after a relationship with Christ. Our mission is to dive deeper into knowing God, and raise up the next generation. We want to represent who God is and build His kingdom through community while having lots of fun. We are located 20 min from the Woodbury Campus just off exit 10 on 94 in Wisconsin.

Leader

David Daleiden

RVYA | Tony Zappia

City

Thursday at 6:30 PM

A small group all about God, community, discipleship, growth and intentionality. To do life together and dive deeper in all God has for us. Each week will be different but focused on what God is speaking to us and build from that! Any questions feel free to reach out!

Leader

Tony Zappia