Wasted - Part 1

Message | 1 Peter 4: Gifts Have To Flow

River Valley Podcast

Are the Gifts of the Spirit for Today?

Talking Church

Episode 77: Pastor Rob Ketterling dives into his thoughts on our church-wide Seek Week, where we sought after more of the Holy Spirit. He discusses his thoughts on the gifts of the Spirit, healings, miracles, and so much more!

Sermons, Marijuana, Abortion and Persecution with Pastor Rob Ketterling

Talking Church

Episode 86: Pastor Rob Ketterling jumps into this week's episode to answer some current event/hot topic questions from the community! There is a lot going on in the world today, especially in Minnesota, and Pastor Rob shares amazing insight on some of these cultural conversations.

Chris Hodges: 5 Keys for Church Growth

Talking Church

Episode 84: We hope you had a great Labor Day Weekend! We are taking this week to rewind back to River Valley Conference 2022, where Pastor Chris Hodges spoke to pastors and leaders on casting vision and implementing principles into the DNA of your church to help you grow!

Message | 1 Peter: Humility

River Valley Podcast

Pastor Rob shared an incredible message on 1 Peter 5 and encouraged us to clothe ourselves with the apron of humility! "In the same way, you who are younger must accept the authority of the elders. And all of you, dress yourselves in humility as you relate to one another, for'God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.'So humble yourselves under the mighty power of God, and at the right time he will lift you up in honor. Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you."-1 Peter 5:5-7

Message | The Power of a Yes

River Valley Podcast

Pastor Rob shares the power of your YES! Your "yes" unleashes more opportunities to say "yes" to what God has.

A Dream Within a Dream

Talking Church

Episode 75: We are thrilled to share with you one of our breakout sessions from River Valley Conference 2023! "A Dream Within a Dream" breaks down the relationship of a lead pastor having vision within his church, and the team members who steward that vision while dreaming of goals themselves. Pastor Rob Ketterling, Ryan Williams, and Aaron Johnson share their stories within realizing how to steward someone else's vision, while the leader champions other dreams that fit alongside the mission of the organization. We encourage you to listen along with your team members!

"We're in Acts, Baby!"

River Valley Podcast

Pastor Kirk and Pastor Logan talk about the Book of Acts, sherbet and speaking in tongues. 

AI & Next Gen Discipleship

Talking Church

Episode 79: Our Next Gen Pastor Terry Parkman and our Lead Youth Pastor Gabi O'Rourke sit down for a discussion with Logan about AI in the next generation, in the church, and within our youth ministires as next generation leaders. How do we pastor these students through an AI generated reality? How can AI actually be used for the Kingdom of God?

Ryan Williams on Songwriting & The Future of Worship Music

Talking Church

Episode 65: Ryan Williams disects his process within writing worship music, the roadblocks he experiences as an established songwriter, and the direction he sees worship music heading from seeing where it has been. Pastor Ryan has an amazing testimony within River Valley, having written so many songs, and albums, and we're so glad he joined us to share his wisdom!

The Tension of Creativity

Talking Church

Episode 63: Today on Talking Church we welcome River Valley staff, Kirk Graham and Aaron Johnson, to talk about the tension of creativity in ministry. How do you create towards the vision of your lead pastor? How do you encourage your creative teams in their process while also implementing boundaries? These questions and more are answered in this conversation. Don't miss it!

Taking a Spiritual Audit, Tithing & "Anywhere Else"

River Valley Podcast

Pastor Kirk talks about what a spiritual audit looks like, tithing and answers some of your questions. Listen to the full podcast to hear a brand new, unreleased song from our team, "Anywhere Else."