Adults

Our Adult Ministries here at North River Church are centered around our system of small groups, called Growth Groups. Our Growth Groups meet a diverse array of interests and demographics and meet at various times throughout the week, as well as on Sundays at 9am.

We believe that Growth Groups are where real discipleship and growth happen. You can learn a lot from a worship service, but true knowledge comes from the application of what you have learned, and that happens in Growth Groups. Want to see a list of all our Growth Groups and their meeting times and subjects? Just Click Here.

We also believe in equipping others to share the Gospel with those around them. We have several classes offered this semester on Wednesday nights at 6pm that do just that. Check out the descriptions below and find one that you want to plug into.

Wednesday Nights at NRC!

God’s Heart for the Nations
Leader: Christina Dickens  |  Room: 105
Ever wondered how God is working across the globe—and what your role might be? Join us as we explore God’s mission to reach every nation, tribe, and people. We’ll learn about unreached people groups, cultural worldviews, and why the Great Commission still matters. This class is a great intro for anyone curious about missions—or considering (or just want a refresher of!) the full Perspectives on the World Christian Movement course. Come ready to learn, discuss, and be challenged.
Simple Church: Telling Jesus Stories
Leader: Daniel Dickens  |  Room: 104
Want to learn a simple, powerful way to share Jesus with people who don’t know much about the Bible—or who’ve been in church but never really connected the dots? In this hands-on class, we’ll learn how to tell the stories of Jesus using stick-figure drawings that are easy to remember and fun to share. Based on Stick Figures Save the World: Drawing Simply to Share Jesus Well by Pam Arlund, this approach helps you meet people where they are and communicate the gospel clearly—no preaching, no pressure, just stories that invite conversation. Whether you’re talking to a neighbor, a coworker, or your kids, you’ll walk away with tools to make Jesus known in everyday life.
Marketplace Missions
Leader: Larry Tribble  |  Room: 107
Starting August 20 through October 1, we’re going on a 6-week mission trip—no flights, no packing, no time off work. Instead, we’ll learn to live on mission right where we are—at work, in the marketplace, and in everyday life. No presentations or door knocking required—just living intentionally with the people you already see. We’ll meet Wednesdays at 6:00 PM at the church. Between meetings, you’ll do five short devotionals (about 10 minutes each). Together, we’ll build habits to “Live Sent,” share stories, and support each other as we learn to serve and love those around us—so when they ask, “Why do you care so much?” you’ll be ready.
The Sending Church
Leader: Nate Young  |  Room: 106
Based on the book The Sending Church: The Church Must Leave the Building by Pat Hood. You will be challenged to move from viewing the church as a physical structure to understanding it as a community sent out into daily life for mission and ministry. The measure of a church’s health is not how many gather but how many are sent into the world to serve God’s purposes. We have a call to live sent. Much of who NRC is and who we’re trying to be has been influenced by the stories and principles found in this book. Join us for this 8-week study and be challenged to Live Sent.

Men's Ministry

We desire for the Men's Ministry to be an opportunity for the Men of NRC to be what God has called them to be. We will have opportunities for the Men to gather for fellowship, accountability, and service. The Men's Ministry is a place for men to be encouraged and motivated to continually be transformed into the image of Christ.

If you would like more information on the Men's Ministry, contact Stephen Burks.

Women's Ministry

Our Women’s Ministry provides unique fellowship, service, and worship opportunities throughout the year to help bridge our Growth Groups together. Our Women's Minister, Mackenzie Chichester, provides leadership to our Women’s Ministry. For more information, you can email Mackenzie.

Our Women's Ministry Team Captain, Leah Shaw, has some amazing things planned for our Women's Ministry. Check out the list below and let us know if you would like to join us!

Upcoming Opportunities:
- North River Village Bible Study: Third Tuesday of every month
- Serve at Wings of Grace: Fourth Tuesday of every month