specialty life groups
In addition to our Life Groups, we have many specialty groups called Specialty Life Groups. These seasonal classes and groups have a specific topic or emphasis and seek to incorporate Life Group DNA. Our Specialty Life Groups are open to everyone and are offered on a variety of days, places, and times. All provide an opportunity to help you deepen your understanding of God and your ability to walk with Him so you can more effectively love and serve others. Check below for the different specialty group options.
A Widow's Journey
This is a group for women of all ages to meet together every other week for mutual encouragement. It is designed to help one another through each other's personal journey of grief, using the Bible to see what God has to say about being a widow and the encouragement he gives us. This group will be led by Judy Dramer who lost her husband in January 2024.
When: 1st & 3rd Wed of the Month 4-6:30pm, Starting Jan 12 - Mar 19
Where: Judy’s Home
Cost: Free
Alpha
An opportunity for new or non-believers to come, see a video about the Christian faith, meet in groups, and ask questions about Jesus.
When: Thursdays 6-7:30pm, Starting Jan 16 - Mar 20
Where: Downtown Campus, Rm O-101
Cost: Free
anna’s ministry: Widow’s Support Group
Anna's Ministry is for widows over the age of 60 who meet once a month for fellowship and encouragement. Meets at the Black Forest Restaurant.
When: Second Thursday of every month, 11:00am
Cost: Free
Registration: Join Anytime
Questions? Contact Dana here or register below.
Band of Brothers
This men’s fellowship group is designed to challenge men. To grow in their walk with God, to become stronger, more authentic disciples of Christ.
When: 1st Saturday of Every Month from 7:30am-9am, Starting Aug 3-July 5, 2025
Where: Redwood Campus, Rm R-112
Cost: Free
Brotherhood Men’s Breakfast
This is a time for men to come together to eat, fellowship, and develop deeper relationships with one another. These are potluck breakfast, so bring a dish to share if you can. If you can’t, we’d love for you to come anyway!
When: Second Sat of the month 8-9:30am, Starting Oct 12 - June 14
Where: Downtown Campus
cancer support group
"Every storm is an opportunity to grow." Alex Costanzo is totally blind and has cancer, yet she has learned to walk by her faith in God and not by sight…literally! If you, or someone you know, is struggling with cancer, come join us in this ground-breaking group that focuses on support, information, and GOD’S presence, while ministering to cancer survivors, their loved-ones, care-givers, and more. Questions? Reach out to Carol Meyer @ 541-787-7834. We meet in room O-101 Downtown.
When: Sun 12:30-3:30pm
Cost: Free
Registration: Join anytime
Financial Peace University
Have you been looking for a way to get on top of your money finally? This. Is. Your. Time. Make today the day you decide to own your money—not the other way around. You've got this!
When: Sundays from 9-10:30am, Starting Jan 19 - Mar 16
Where: Downtown Campus, Rm E-102
Cost: $79.99 which includes the workbook
From Bondage to Bonding
Do you struggle with being controlled by and seeking to control the behaviors, attitudes, and/or opinions of others? Have you ever become so enmeshed in another person’s behavior that you begin to support them in a way that empowers their behavior? Codependency occurs when we become enablers to those close to us with chronic dysfunctional patterns. The good news is that people can change and end the cycle of codependency. In this 12-week study, we will cover what bondage looks like, and where it comes from, and then focus on the freedom we have in spiritual bonding with God. Whatever you do, decide to go from being codependent to God-dependent. *This group is for women only.
When: Mondays from 6:30-8pm, Starting Jan 13 - Mar 17
Where: Downtown Campus Cafe
Cost: Free, Registrants to purchase book which can be found here
Heart and Hands quilting ministry
Quilt Ministry: No experience necessary. If you can tie a knot, you can help make a quilt! Quilts are given to various organizations. We would love for you to join us!
When: First and third Thursday of Month from 9:00-11:00am
Where: Meets in Rm E-101, Downtown Campus
Cost : Free
Registration: Join anytime
Call Ann with Questions: 541-476-2535
Its All About Jesus
This is a 17-week study for both men and women on the life of Jesus from the four Gospels - also known as A Harmony of the Gospels. The syllabus is available directly from Sharon Goens for $20. This is not a lecture format but class participation from the questions that are in the study. Come prepared on the first day with Lesson 1 completed. Call Sharon at 541-226-4117 if you have any questions or want to sign up.
When: Thursdays from 9:30-11am, Starting Jan 9 - May 8
Where: Downtown Campus Auditorium
Cost: Free - Registrant to purchase syllabus from facilitator - $20
Kindred moms
A place of grace, hospitality, and encouragement. Where Mom’s can flourish as they connect in intentional relationships with Jesus and one another. We meet the last Saturday of every month. Child Care offered for ages 1-10 by request to kindredmomsrivervalley@gmail.com.
When: Sat 10-11:30am
Where: E-204, Downtown Campus
Cost: Free, participants to purchase book.
Registration: Join anytime
L.A.M.B.S.
Ladies’ Study
This fall LAMBS (Ladies' A.M. Bible Study) will begin a study in the book of Revelation during which we will examine the various views of not only Revelation but eschatology in general. It's sure to be enlightening and challenging! The book we will be utilizing is Revelation: The Christian's Ultimate Victory by John MacArthur.
When: Thursdays 9:30-11:30am, Starting Sept 19 - May 29, 2025
Where: R-112, Redwood Campus
Cost: Free to Register
Book to be purchased from facilitator for $10.50. Contact Lynn Matti if you have questions at 541-660-1893
MEN OF PURITY
This group is designed to challenge men. To grow in their walk with God, to become stronger, more authentic disciples of Christ.
When: 1st Sat of each month 9-10:30am, Starting Jan 4 - Dec 27
Where: Redwood Campus Cafe
Cost: Free
The Truth Project
his event is designed to take you on a worldview tour. The compass will direct your thinking on four fundamental issues: truth, God, man, and the social order. Along the way, you will learn how to organize and evaluate various opposing ideas that all claim to be the truth. But our ultimate goal is simply not to gain knowledge. It is to "look upon the face of God"-and to be transformed in the process.
When: Thursdays 6:30-8:30pm, Starting Jan 16 - Apr 10
Where: R-204, Redwood Campus
Cost: Free - $10 study guide can be purchased from facilitator
Untying the Knots of the Heart
Untying the Knots of the Heart is a small-group discipleship journey that God uses to help participants face their struggles, identify the root causes of their pain, and find new freedom & joy in Jesus Christ. This Biblical, 12-lesson process gives participants the tools and perspectives they need to heal and thrive again. Women can join at any time.
Please contact Diana Hankins at 909-904-3349 if you have questions
When: Tuesdays 6-8pm, Starting Aug 6 - Aug 5, 2025
Where: Diana’s Home
Walking Through Grief
The Walking Through Grief group is for women who are grieving the loss of their husband or partner. We will be using the faith-based book, Dark Clouds Deep Mercy, to explore the gift and grace of Lament which gives voice to the pain of grieving. Meetings will include discussions to help each other navigate widowhood and better understand the grieving process. This group will be led by RVC member Deb Acosta who was widowed in December 2022. *This group is for women only.
When: Wednesdays 6-8:30pm, Starting Jan 15 - Mar 19
Where: Deb’s Home
Cost: Free - Participants to purchase book, Dark Clouds Deep Mercy
Women’s breakfast gathering
Almost every Saturday of the month, we hold a potluck breakfast gathering at one of our campuses. These gatherings are designed to foster fellowship over a potluck breakfast. All women are invited! No registration needed, feel free to attend any of these and simply show up.
When: Saturdays at 9:30am
Where: Third Sat of the month - Sunny Valley Worship Auditorium. Third Sat of month - Downtown Campus Lobby. Fourth Sat of month - Rogue River Campus. Fourth Sat of month - Redwood Campus (@ 10:30am).
For more information on these gatherings, please contact the leader listed here that corresponds with your campus.