And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works.
Hebrews 10:24
Corporate Worship
We meet weekly on Sunday mornings at 10:30 am and Wednesday nights at 7:00 pm. It is our desire that everyone in attendance senses the presence of God and encounters Him in worship and hearing the word declared.
Children
We have a loving nursery for infants through four years old. Workers are available one-half hour prior to services.
Our school age children (up through 12 years old) stay in the corporate service through the song service and announcements. They are then prayed for and dismissed to their class. We provide lessons to encourage growth in knowledge of who we are in Christ, memorizing scriptures, basic understanding of the Bible and its content and a fun time as well! We usually serve a snack of some kind and often have a craft or activity to support the lesson.
Men’s Ministry
We are a band of brothers dedicated to helping each other meet the challenges of being strong, bold, compassionate followers of Christ. We enjoy one another’s company and encourage each other as we passionately pursue Christ in worship, learning, and serving. We desire to be godly men of integrity - real men with real answers for the real problems of this world. We believe in having fun in the process!
Ladies
Our ladies are active throughout the ministry of the River of Life. We encourage participation in Bible Study and many other local women’s events for learning, serving and fun!
More Than Enough Food and Thrift Store
We have a pantry that distributes food weekly to qualified residents of Cherokee County. We are in partnership with the East Texas Food Bank and are supported through donations from individuals and proceeds from the Thrift Store. We welcome donations of clothes, household items, small furniture and money at any time. We are open each Thursday from 10:00 – 1:00 except the third Thursday which is our evening distribution from 4:00 to 6:30 pm. The Thrift Store is open during each distribution time as well as the 3rd Saturday of each month from 9:00 to 1:00.
Prayer
We have pre-service prayer on Sunday mornings from 9:30 to 10:15. Everyone is welcome! On the first Wednesday of each month we set aside a large part of the service to bombard the heavens with petitions, declarations, and worship! We focus on different aspects of the church, community, state and our nation. It is our responsibility to lift up our leaders in prayer for wisdom and guidance in their roles. We also pray for individual needs during this time. Feel free to call in your requests or text to one of the leaders and know that you will be prayed for!
