Go therefore and make disciples of all nations
Matthew 28:19
Missions has always been a huge part of North River Church's vision. We never want the sun to set on the work of our church. We partner with several church plants across the world and in the United States. Check out all the different partners below and how you can stay connected with what's going on around the world.
Global Partners
Lottie Moon
Every year, Southern Baptist churches collect an offering to send and support missionaries to be steadfastly present among those who have never heard the gospel. This is the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering.
Only A Fool
Only A Fool Mission is lead by Jim Reid. Only a Fool has two simple goals; to reach every kid in every nation with the gospel and to help local churches set and achieve their mission goals.
Contact: Jim Reid
Contact: Jim Reid
Grain Game
Grain Game is lead by Chip Riley. Using games, illustrations, and stunts, Grain Game presents the gospel and other Biblical truths to 10-15 year olds around the world. In the summer we take teams to countries such as Serbia, Ukraine, Romania, Scotland, and Hungary.
India Church Plants
David Rajan is the founder of the India Christian Mission. They work with pastors all over India to equip and encourage them in their ministry.
South Sudan Missions
We have 2 partners in South Sudan, Elijah and Peter.
Elijah is in Juba, South Sudan and pastors River Baptist Church.
Peter is in Akot, South Sudan and pastors New Life Baptist Church.
Elijah is in Juba, South Sudan and pastors River Baptist Church.
Peter is in Akot, South Sudan and pastors New Life Baptist Church.
Other Missions
We also support other missionaries that are in undisclosed locations. For more information about these, please contact Rachel.
Regional Missions
Annie Armstrong
The Annie Armstrong Easter Offering (AAEO) is the primary way we support mission efforts in North America. One hundred percent of gifts given to AAEO are used to support more than 2,200 missionary families serving across the United States and Canada.
Myers-Mallory
The Myers-Mallory Offering assist Alabama WMU in providing training for church and associational missions discipleship leaders, support for missionary families, mobilization tools for the church to be on mission.
The Local Church
The Local Church is based in Arvada, Colorado and is pastored by Justin McKay. Justin and his family have a heart for the locals in Arvada and planted TLC just a few years ago. We try to take at least one trip a year, so be on the lookout to see when the next one is!
Penitas Baptist Church
Penitas Baptist Church is pastored by Francisco Huerta in Penitas, Texas. We have partnered with them since the beginning of NRC. Francisco and his family serve in Texas as well as traveling across the border.
Local Missions
Alabama Baptist Children's Home
The purpose of Alabama Baptist Children’s Homes & Family Ministries is to protect, nurture, and restore children and families through Christ-centered services. Their priority is providing homes for children, professional counseling, and educational services and family assistance.
Tuscaloosa County Baptist Association
A network of local churches working together to fulfill the Great Commission and the Great Commandment by engaging the community, edifying church leaders, & encouraging the churches.
One Mission Tuscaloosa
The local church is God’s answer to community brokenness and a part of His plan of redemption and restoration. That’s why One Mission Tuscaloosa mobilizes local churches to offer a holistic approach to caring for people in all areas of life: spiritual, mental, emotional, relational, material, and physical.