360 Sonshine Drive * Ringgold, VA 24586
River of Life Church
360 Sonshine Drive
Ringgold, VA 24586
ph: 434 822-5019
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Our History
River of Life Church is one of many churches that finds its roots in the "Jesus Movement" of the 70's. In retrospect we believe that our history is not marked by man's successes, but rather by God's faithfulness. Since our beginning, the emphasis of our gathering together has been worship and the emphasis of our ministry has been discipleship.
Since the mid-1980's, God has enlarged our hearts to include ministry to the nations. We recognize the importance of involvement and association with other churches. Because of this, we are a part of Kingsway Connection, which is an association of churches and leaders in North Carolina, Georgia, Texas, Virginia, Michigan, and Europe. As a church, we value our relationship with these churches and leaders as well as those in our local community.
BUILDING COMMUNITY, MAKING DISCIPLES, IMPACTING OUR NEIGHBORHOODS
WHAT WE BELIEVE
* We identify with historical Christianity and are indebted to the faith passed on to us by the early disciples.
* We recognize the Bible as the true and trustworthy revelation of God's will for us. It is our final authority in all matters of faith and practice.
* We believe in the God of love and holiness who desires fellowship with us and calls us to walk in humble obedience to His Word.
* His Son, Jesus, is our divine Lord and Savior. He became man and lived as our example, died for our salvation and rose again for our life. We acknowledge Him as Master of our lives and look forward to His triumphant return.
* We rejoice in the presence of the Holy Spirit, yielding to His fullness, accepting His spiritual gifts, allowing His fruit to come forth in our lives, following His guidance, and depending on His power.
* We accept our responsibility to share our Lord's Gospel with all people.
Cindy & Bill Lavinder, Kathy & Gene Smith, Richard & Kathy Gardner (L-R)
Bill Lavinder (2nd from left) serves as our pastor and lead elder, along with Gene Smith and Richard Gardner, elders.
On November 1, 2019, Bill Lavinder assumed the role of pastor and lead elder of our congregation after more than thirty years of faithful service by our dear friend, Randy Sudduth and his wife Judy. We are very grateful.
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River of Life Church
360 Sonshine Drive
Ringgold, VA 24586
ph: 434 822-5019
rlc