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'Selah Time'
This "Women Only" Group meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month from 10am -12pm in the Family Room. Nursery is provided. Ministry Contact: Erin Foster (chrissfoster@msn.com)
Leader: Erin Foster (Email)
Day: Every Other Tuesday
Time: Morning
Area: Church
Dept: Womens
Type: Womens
Adults
Adult men and women.
Leader: Tricia Blake (Email)
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Area: Church
Dept: ADULTS
Type: Men & Women
College & Career
The River of Life College and Career group, "Body Builders," will meet on Wednesday nights starting with the "KICK OFF" Wednesday, October 3rd at 6:30pm. We'll determine at the "KICK OFF" how often we'll meet. Don't worry - there's no heavy lifting involved - just an awesome time of connecting with college and career-age friends and growing closer to God together. Both married couples and singles are welcome to attend. Come on out an join us for an awesome time together! (Meetings for Body Builders are cancelled until further notice.)
Leader: Edwin Hung (Email)
Day: Wednesday
Time: Evening
Area: NE
Dept: ADULTS
Type: Men & Women
Corporate Prayer
This is a corporate prayer where we engage unique prayer topics each month, and engage in ongoing intercession for the world, our nation and however the Holy Spirit directs us. We meet in the 24 hour prayer room Mon - Fri noon to 1pm and 7 to 8 am. For questions call 393-3709.
Leader: Steve Irwin (Email)
Day: Weekdays
Time: Lunch
Area: Church
Dept:
Type: Church
Deeper Still Women's SS
This Sunday Class meets at 9-9:45 am each week led by Pastor Jackie Watkins. In dealing with issues concerning today's women,we are all looking for the meaningful in our lives. We will have studies that are brief but penetrating,along with prayer, and sharing our hearts to challenge you in your walk with the Lord to living a victorious life in Christ. Experience God doing through you what He desires to do! Please come and join us for a inspiring time together.
Leader: Jackie Watkins (Email)
Day: Sunday
Time: Morning
Area: Church
Dept: Womens
Type: Church
Dinner for 6
Dinner for 6 is back! What is it? Dinner for 6 is a fantastic way to make new friendships and fellowship with others from the ROL body. Groups of 6 (three couples or friend pairs) are paired up and agree to share dinner together once per month for three months. When does it start? The event starts with a kickoff dessert party where you will meet your group at Pastor Irwin's home. Questions? Contact Jenelle Fong (393-4380) or Stephanie Mounts (241-7907)
Leader: Jenelle Fong (Email)
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Area: Church
Dept: ADULTS
Type: Small Group
Equipping & Activating Adult/Youth
Equipping & Activating Adults/Youth are our Sunday Morning Classes We want to partner with God in equipping and training His Body. - Every Sunday morning from 9- 10am. Child care is provided.
Leader: Brian Fink (Email)
Day: Sunday
Time: Morning
Area: Church
Dept:
Type: Teaching
Family Ministry
Working to build Christ-Centered homes.
Leader: Sherry Thornton (Email)
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Area: Church
Dept: Family
Type: Church
Greeters Ministry
Our Ministry as Greeters is to serve as hosts and hostesses of River of Life Ministries, to warmly welcome family and guests and reflect God's unconditional love and offer friendly assistance, encouragement and a loving greeting to everyone who walks through our doors. You are invited to join our Greeters Ministry Team and help us welcome, direct and acquaint our guests with the many opportunities for fellowship and Christian growth available at River of Life. If you are willing to share your gift of hospitality and would like more information on the Greeters Ministry, please do not hesitate to call me (393-3709). I look forward to hearing from you! Tricia Blake Greeters & Information Desk Ministry Head
Leader: Tricia Blake (Email)
Day: Sunday
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Area: Church
Dept:
Type: Church
Greeters/Welcome Center
Mission Statement for Greeters: Our ministry as Greeters is to serve as hosts and hostesses of River of Life Ministries, to warmly welcome family and guests and reflect God's unconditional love and offer friendly assistance, encouragement and a loving greeting to everyone who walks through our doors. Mission Statement for Welcome Center: Our ministry as Welcome Center workers is to be out going and courteous and as informative and helpful as possible to all who come through our doors. We, too, desire to reflect God's unconditional love and offer friendly assistance, encouragement and a loving and warm greeting along with the information people seek. "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love; give preference to one another in honor... Contribute to the needs of the saints, practice hospitality" (Romans 12:10 & 13)
Leader: Tricia Blake (Email)
Day: Sunday
Time: Morning
Area: Church
Dept: Church General Administration
Type: Church
Home Front Ministry
Home Front Ministry meets in Room C from 7 to 9 pm each 4th Thursday evening. This group deals with "Post Traumatic Stress Disorder" and related issues affecting family members of those suffereing from that anxiety problem. The ministry is led by Jamie Vozenilek who has a Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy. Jamie has extensive experience with PTSD as a therapist with the Veteran's Affairs Hospital and Denton State School in Texas. Jamie can be contacted at, (319) 364-3396 or 329-2197; vozenilek@mchsi.com.
Leader: Jamie Vozenilek (Email)
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Time: Evening
Area: Church
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Type: Church
Hospital Visitation Crew
Please contact me, Pastor Brian for 2 reasons if you know of someone in our congregation that is in the hospital or if you are interested in being a part of our hospital visitation crew. People who might be interested in serving in this capacity will have a a strong pastoral heart of love to care and visit people in the hospital. If you are interested please contact Pastor Brian (319) 393-3709 or email.
Leader: Brian Fink (Email)
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Area: Church
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ICI TRAINING
In Christ's Image Training Center embodies our desire to empower maturing Christians with a comprehensive training program. Our goal: To bring as many people to heaven as we can, in as Christlike a condition as possible.
Leader: Tricia Blake (Email)
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Area: Church
Dept: ICIT
Type: ICIT
ICIT Level II - Conrads Homegroup
IN CHRIST IMAGE TRAINING LEVEL II - "GROWING IN CHRIST" In Christ Image Training Level II is an advanced training for our ICIT students that have taken Level I. The student will become familiar with the unfolding aspects of New Testament ministry. Materials and impartation from Pastor Frangipane and other internationally known ministries such as Reinhard Bonnke, Mike Bickle, Ed Silvoso, Dutch Sheets, Rick Joyner, Lou Engle, Dick Eastman, Pat Chen, as well as a leader from the past: Andrew Murray. GOALS: To broaden the disciple's experience with the various graces and expressions of God's anointing currently maturing in the body of Christ.
Leader: Steven Conrad (Email)
Day: Tuesday
Time: Evening
Area: NE
Dept: ICIT
Type: Small Group
Infants age 0-24 months
If you enjoy working with children, you might have a future in our Infant Nursery. We are always looking for people who desire to minister in this area. For security purposes, there is an interview process and forms to fill out. The ROL Nursery is open on Sunday mornings from 9am till Noon. It is also opened at other times for various classes offered at ROL or special events. Ministry Contact: Daniel Hite.
Leader: Sherry Thornton (Email)
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Area: Church
Dept: CHILDREN
Type: Interest
Jesus Healing Room
The Jesus Healing Room, where those needing healing come to be ministered to by the "laying on of hands." Jesus is the Healer and His Holy Spirit leads the direction for healing. The Jesus Healing Room meets Wednesday evenings 6:30-9pm and Fridays from 7-9pm in Room C. Childcare is available on Wednesdays. For more information contact Louie or Mary Cerda at 319-390-9176 or via email at: louie_mary@yahoo.com. Or Jene & Jan Schmidt at 319-377-1458 or via email at: jeneschmidt@juno.com.
Leader: Louie Cerda (Email)
Day: Wednesday & Friday
Time: Evening
Area: Church
Dept: PRAYER
Type: Church
Kid's Connection Age 6 - 11
Kid's Connection begins at 11am. Kids age 6 - 8 years old meet in Room E and ages 9 - 11 years old meet in Room F. Kids are currently studying In Christ's Image Training Classes geared toward children in connection with the ICIT Classes being offered to the adults, in hopes that the parents and children can discuss what they have learned and "grow in Christ" together.
Leader: Sherry Thornton (Email)
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Area: Church
Dept: CHILDREN
Type: Church
King's Theatre
Our mission is to serve Jesus Christ through theatre arts, to encourage and train His servants to speak and act boldly, to edify the church, and to further His kingdom by reaching out to those who have not yet met the King. " A voice is calling, 'Clear the way for the Lord in the wilderness; make smooth in the desert a highway for our God. Let every valley be lifted up and every mountain and hill be made low; and let the rough ground become a plain and the rugged terrain a broad valley; then the Glory of the Lord will be revealed, and all flesh will see it together." Isaiah 40:3-5 NASB "LIFE IS A DRAMA, GOD IS THE DIRECTOR"
Leader: John Hassen (Email)
Day: Sunday
Time: Afternoon
Area: Church
Dept:
Type: Church
Living Waters
This is a ministry that focuses on helping individuals get through tough times in their lives. Specifically a death of a loved one, acute situations that may involve stress such as a loss of a job or loved one. Call Ann at the front desk to make an appointment 393-3709.
Leader: Jim Mills (Email)
Day: Varies
Time: Varies
Area: Church
Dept:
Type: Church
Marriage Ministry
Building Christ-centered Marriages.
Leader: Sherry Thornton (Email)
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Area: Church
Dept: ADULTS
Type: Church
Media Ministry
Responsible for producing weekly TV program "In Christ's Image Training" and using video production to communicate ministry initiatives.
Leader: Brent Watkins (Email)
Day: Sunday
Time: Morning
Area: Church
Dept: OUTREACH
Type: Task / Action
Men's Breakfast
Men's Breakfast is a time to build relationships and enjoy fellowship and food with other men. We meet the 1st Saturday of the Month in the Fellowship Hall at ROL at 8am. For more info. contact Tom Feye at 560-3068 or tomfeye@mchsi.com. Mark Flanders at 329-1629 lflanders3@mchsi.com.
Leader: Tom Feye (Email)
Day: First Saturday of Every Month
Time: Breakfast
Area: Church
Dept:
Type: Church
Men's Fraternity
Leader: Steve Irwin (Email)
Day: Thursday
Time: Morning
Area: Church
Dept: Mens
Type: Mens
Men's Ministry
Leader: Tim Ferry (Email)
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Area: Church
Dept: ADULTS
Type: Mens
Men's Training Class
Men Only!!!! Men's Training Class meets on Sunday mornings from 9-10 am. This will be a time of relationship building, teaching, and training. Tom Feye will lead the men into deeper knowledge of God, a better understanding of what they are here for and a honing of their gifts.
Leader: Tom Feye (Email)
Day: Sunday
Time: Morning
Area: Church
Dept:
Type: Church
Missions
The various ministries that River of Life supports.
Leader: Steve Irwin (Email)
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Area: Church
Dept: OUTREACH
Type: Interest
Overcomers Victorious
Overcomers Victorious is a Jesus Christ centered ministry for those who have or are struggling with addictions in their life.  Hope & victory is achieved through the principles shared. Overcomers Victorious meet at ROL in the Staff Kitchen Thursdays at 7pm.  For more information contact Tom Feye at 560-6038 or email tomfeye@mchsi.com. 
Leader: Tom Feye (Email)
Day: Thursday
Time: Evening
Area: Church
Dept:
Type: Church
Point Man Ministry
Point Man Ministry is an intense ministry reaching to veterans and their families who are having issues rising up in their lives related to participation in this nation's wars and/or conflicts. It makes no difference whether the veteran is male or female, this ministry is equipped to meet the needs of both through spiritual guidance and support. Point Man reaches to ALL veterans of ALL conflicts from WWII to the Global War on Terror through and with God's grace.
Leader: Frank Vozenilek (Email)
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Time: Evening
Area: Church
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Type: Church
Prayer Ministry
Leader: Duane McLean (Email)
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Area: Church
Dept: PRAYER
Type: Church
Projection Team
The ROL Projection Team is responsible for operating the church's power point system by placing the song lyrics on the overhead. The projection team helps keep the service running smoothly iwith special announcements & notifications during ROL services. Projection team members are first trained & equipped to operate the system, then released to serve. For more info contact Zach Blickens at 393-3709.
Leader: Zach Blickens (Email)
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Area: Church
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Type: Church
Prophetic Ministry
If you have a dream or vision that you feel is for our corporate body, please email to Kelly Montijo Fink @ porfe3@aol.com
Leader: Steve Irwin (Email)
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Area: Church
Dept: PRAYER
Type: Church
R.O.L. - S.O.G. - Vet's Group
River of Life Soldiers Of God is our Veterans Group. We welcome all who served in our nation's armed forces. Regardless of time war or peace. We desire to develop the leadership trained into every past military member, while building Christ centered relationships, humility, unity, prayerfulness and Christlikeness. And finally to take those to our community and world.
Leader: Frank Vozenilek (Email)
Day: Sunday
Time: Afternoon
Area: Church
Dept: ADULTS
Type: Interest
ROL BookStore
ROL Bookstore is a ministry dedicated to providing resources. The Bookstore is open on Sunday mornings & during special events. For more information contact Lori Flanders at 393-3709, ext. 241 or via email at: rolbookstore@riveroflife.org
Leader: Lori Flanders (Email)
Day: Sunday
Time: Morning
Area: Church
Dept: Media
Type: Church
ROL Film School
A 12 week course led by experienced filmmaker and Pastor Brent Watkins. Learn the art of story telling through the #1 medium for communicating the truths of life, love and Christ!
Leader: Brent Watkins (Email)
Day: Wednesday
Time: Evening
Area: Church
Dept: Media
Type: Church
ROL High School Youth Group
The ROL High School Youth Group (grades 9-12) meet in the ROL Fellowship Hall every Tuesday from 6-8pm for worship, ministry, and hang-out time in an intimate, coffee-house style atmosphere. The goal of this time is to provide an environment where the next generation can connect in a life-changing way with the person of Jesus Christ, and be released to change their world through Him.
Leader: Zach Blickens (Email)
Day: Tuesday
Time: Evening
Area: Church
Dept: STUDENTS
Type: Church
ROL Junior High Youth Group
The ROL Junior High School Youth Group (grades 6-8) meet from 6-8pm every Wednesday in Room F, where they join together to hang out with great people, have fun, and talk about real-life issues in light of God's Word. The goal of this time is to help Junior High School students come to know God more intimately and to help prepare them to be used by Him in a radical way.
Leader: Zach Blickens (Email)
Day: Wednesday
Time: Evening
Area: Church
Dept: STUDENTS
Type: Church
ROL Singles Group
The River of Life Singles Group is opened to anyone of any age that does not have a spouse outside of the LORD. This is a safe and enjoyable group where our desire is to help be there for you, as well as to get you connected with others for the purpose of accountability and friendships. Singles of all ages are welcome to attend. This group meets the first Friday of each month for a pot bless, game or movie night, or other enjoyable activity.
Leader: Tricia Blake (Email)
Day: First Friday of Every Month
Time: Evening
Area: Church
Dept: ADULTS
Type: Men & Women
SENT MINISTRIES
Leader: Tricia Blake (Email)
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Area: Church
Dept: OUTREACH
Type: Interest
Study the Bible in a small group
A group for those interested in getting into the Word and getting to know others who attend River of Life. This group meets on Tuesdays at 7 pm with the focus on studying one of the books of the Bible (determined as a group). This group currently meets at the Washburn's in Mt Vernon or at someone else's house who attends the group. For more information or to find out where the group is currently meeting, please contact David or Kathy Washburn at (319) 895-6604.
Leader: Dave Washburn (Email)
Day: Tuesday
Time: Evening
Area: Church
Dept:
Type: Church
Temporarily Unemployed?
"For the Lord watches over the plans and paths of godly men" Ps. 1:6 Living Bible Jesus was a carpenter, Peter a fisherman and Paul a tent maker. Having a job is a God given desire. There are times when having a job can be difficult to attain. Working in jobs that are not the desires of our hearts can be frustrating. Discouragement and lack of confidence are eager to keep us from all God wants for us. There are also employers who are in need of excellent employee. Sometimes a listening ear is good to have. The good news is prayer is waiting to happen. Contact Ted and Martie Fangman with prayer needs for employment and job opportunities. Email prayforwork@mchsi.com. Call 319-560-PRAY (7729).
Leader: Marti Fangman (Email)
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Area: Church
Dept: Pastoral Care
Type: Men & Women
The Food Pantry
The Food Pantry is available to help meet the physical needs of those coming to recieve, but for those who volunteer at the Food Pantry, they believe this is an open door to meeting the spiritual needs people have as well as a great opportunity to introduce what Jesus Christ has to offer. Those wanting to volunteer in the Food Pantry need to be compassionate, show concern and be a good listener. For more info contact Don Thompson or Diane Hung.
Leader: Diane Hung (Email)
Day: Wednesday
Time: Morning
Area: Church
Dept: OUTREACH
Type: Task / Action
Toddler Age 2 - 3
Leader: Brian Fink (Email)
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Area: Church
Dept: CHILDREN
Type: Interest
Usher Teams
Usher Team Ministry is a ministry that serves the Pastoral Leadership Team on Sunday mornings and during special events as in conferences. If you have a desire to serve in the Usher Teams contact Bob Beck or ROL office 319-393-3709.
Leader: Bob Beck (Email)
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Area: Church
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Type: Task / Action
Vertical
“Vertical” is a non-traditional worship session – a time to go deeper with God, a time to dialogue with the Father, a time to study and reflect on His Word. Come join us as we go deeper musically and prophetically into His Word. Bring your Bible, journal and an open heart. God wants your “Vertical” worship! Vertical meets the 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month in the Sanctuary from 6:30-8pm. For more information email jenellefong@yahoo.com
Leader: Jenelle Fong (Email)
Day: Wednesday
Time: Evening
Area: Church
Dept:
Type: Church
Welcome Center
The Welcome Center is a ministry that provides information regarding: Sunday School Classes, Nursery, and Children's Church to name a few. Welcome Center workers give directions to various areas of our church as well as general communication about activities and happenings at ROL to attenders and visitors. If you are a "people person" and love River of Life then this could be a great place for you to "plug in." The Welcome Center is staffed on Sunday mornings from 9am-12:15pm. For more information stop by the Welcome Center or contact Tricia Blake by phone at 393-3709 or via e-mail at: tkblake@riveroflife.org.
Leader: Tricia Blake (Email)
Day: Sunday
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Area: Church
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Type: Church
Woman to Woman Mentoring
Come and learn how as a mentor you can use your life experiences and walk with God to encourage and assist another Christian woman! Or Come and learn how as a mentee you can be encouraged and supported in your Christian walk by another Christian woman! Or Come and learn both! There is now opportunity for the women of River of Life Church to experience the joys and blessings of encouraging each other. Come join us for coffee and we will share with you how you can become a participant in this ministry. To register please call at: 393-2373 extension 215 or via email wrw@riveroflife.org
Leader: Jackie Watkins (Email)
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Area: Church
Dept: Womens
Type: Church
Women of Destiny
Women of Destiny is a "women only" group. This group centers on the love that God has for His women. It is through the sharing of testimonies, praying together, and the study of God's Word that you will be challenged to walk fully in the call, and purpose of your destiny. Women of Destiny meets Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 pm, in the Family Room at ROL with Nursery provided. Ministry Contact: Pastor Jackie Watkins at 319 393-3709 or jwatkins@riveroflife.org
Leader: Jackie Watkins (Email)
Day: Wednesday
Time: Evening
Area: Church
Dept: Womens
Type: Church
Women's Prayer & Healing
By appointment only. Special prayer for women's needs and healing. To request an appointment, contact info@riveroflife.org. Ministry Contact: Marilyn Carolyn (safeharbors@juno.com) or Bev Pospisil (MPsopisil@aol.com).
Leader: Beverly Pospisil (Email)
Day: Varies
Time: Varies
Area: Church
Dept: Womens
Type: Church
Worship Dance Team
The Dance Team is a group of individuals with a passion to glorify the Lord with dance, flags and banners, as well as to minister to the body of Christ with what the Lord does through the dance, banners, and flags.
Leader: Karla Johnson
Day: Thursday
Time: Evening
Area: Church
Dept:
Type: Church
Worship Team
The Rol Worship Team is a ministry with a heart to worship Jesus in Spirit and Truth, and to encounter His presence in a radical, Life-changing way as a body of believers. The team is a diverse group of musicians and singers with a wide variety of musical backgrounds who come together simply to worship our most Holy God. The ROL Worship Team meet every Thursday, 6:30-8:30 pm in the ROL Sanctuary. For more information or to request an audition, contact Zach & Sarah Blickens at 393-3709.
Leader: Zach Blickens (Email)
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Area: Church
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Youth
At ROL, we believe that God is preparing the next generation of young people for a lifestyle of radical commitment to Jesus that will change the world as we know it.
Leader: Zach Blickens (Email)
Day: Wednesday
Time: Evening
Area: Church
Dept: STUDENTS
Type: Church
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