core values

Our Core Values give us a more intentional focus in accomplishing our God-given Mission: Connect > Grow > Go. These values clarify our foundational convictions and guiding passions.

> CONNECT to Jesus

Connect to Thrive - We connect people to Jesus, and each other through Life Groups, because lives depend on it. John 15:4,5; Col. 2:19; Eph. 4:16

People Matter - We believe no matter who you are, where you’ve been, what you’ve been through, or what you’ve done, you matter to God, and there’s a home for you at River Valley. Luke 15; Titus 3:3-7

Real & Relevant  - We believe authenticity before God is the only way to come to Him. The Biblical message never changes but our methods must to better impact our community.   Luke 18:9-14; Matt. 11:28; James 5:16; 1 Cor. 9:19-23; Acts 17:16-34

> GROW Together

Passionate Jesus-Followers - We will joyfully love God, His Word, and one another with everything we have.  Matt. 22:35-40; 1 Peter 2:2

We Can’t…God Can - We believe the Christian life is only possible by trusting the power of the Holy Spirit.  Rom. 1:16,17; 8; Gal 2:20-3:3

Simple Priorities - We are devoted to the Word, Prayer, Fellowship, and Outreach.  Therefore, we prioritize Worship Services, Life Groups, Spiritual Practices, and Outreach Ministries. Hebrews 10:24,25; Acts 20:20-24

> GO Serve

Service…Not Serve-Us - We are spiritual contributors, not just consumers. The church is not only for us, the church IS us, we exist for the world.  Mark 10:42-45; Eph. 4:11,12

Invite & Include - We are a church for the sake of others, always looking to introduce people to Jesus and invite them into our church and circles.   John 1:40-42; 4:28-30, 39-42

Multiply Disciples - We believe that time is short and lives are at stake… therefore we are urgently multiplying disciples, workers, groups, and campuses.  Matt. 28:18-20; 2 Tim. 2:2