Missions
Simplifying Evangelism
SHARING THE GOSPEL IN EVERYDAY LIFE The gospel is such good news! We know that it is our privilege and mission to share the love of Christ with others in word and deed, but how exactly do we do that? We hope that you will join us for our two-part class, Simplifying Evangelism, focusing on how to share the gospel effectively in everyday life. Join us November 10 and 17 at the Downtown Campus from 4:00 – 6:00 pm. Please contact Shae Walton with any…
Volunteer with Graces
Our local missions partner, Graces of Gurley is looking for volunteers! Some specific opportunities include: mentoring or volunteering with the Jacob’s Ladder Program, writing encouraging notes to teachers, making casseroles for family emergencies, tutoring, volunteering at the library, and helping with the children’s grief group (BEST). If you would like to help with any of these, please contact Diane Blocker at wdblocker@gmail.com. Thank you for loving and serving our neighbors, Rivertree family!
Care Center Food Pantry Collection
Would you like to help our neighbors in need? Our local partner, The Care Center, provides basic necessities, assistance with education, job training, and more. The heart of their ministry is powered by the overflowing love of Jesus for their community. One of the ways we partner with them is by donating non-perishable food items to their food pantry. The items they have requested include peanut butter, mac & cheese, dried beans, canned meat, and canned spaghetti sauce. We collect…
Christmas Around the World: Uganda
Recently, we asked Ava Weeks, Rivertree’s missionary to Uganda, to tell us about how Christmas is generally celebrated by Christians there. When she asked the staff at 60 Feet, they were so excited to share that one of the staff members even sent photos of their family Christmas celebration to share with us! Please enjoy hearing this story from our brothers and sisters around the world, and we can remember each other in our prayers: heard by our God who…