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EnglishUpcoming Events and Service Opportunities at River of Life Church
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River of Life Church in Elk River, MN lists three specific upcoming events on its homepage: Grace Marriage sessions, a family-friendly Costa Rica mission trip, and a "Love This City" yard clean-up day. Each has its own dates, audience, and sign-up path, so the right one depends on whether you want to strengthen a marriage, serve abroad with your family, or help neighbors locally. Below is what the site states about each, plus how to check for more.
Grace Marriage
A marriage-strengthening program built around practical teaching, guided conversations, and biblical encouragement. The church describes the goal as strengthening the foundation of your marriage and deepening your connection with your spouse.
- Session dates: October 25, January 17, April 25, and August 22
- Time: 2:30–7:00 PM
- How to join: Sign up through the church (the homepage links to the event)
If you are married and want a recurring, structured check-in rather than a one-time event, this is the option with multiple dates across the year.
Costa Rica Mission Trip
A mission trip to Nicoya, Costa Rica, described as life-changing and family-friendly — the church says it is built for all ages to serve side by side.
- Dates: January 22–30
- Location: Nicoya, Costa Rica
- Ways to serve: VBS activities, hands-on community projects, and building relationships with local families
This is the only listed opportunity that involves travel and a multi-day commitment. Because it is explicitly family-friendly, it suits households that want to serve together rather than individuals serving alone.
Love This City: Rake the City
A local service day run in partnership with Great River Faith in Action. Volunteers rake leaves and clean up yards for families in the community who could use a hand.
- Date: Sunday, November 1
- What it is: A "Love This City" service opportunity described as a practical way to share God's love and serve neighbors
- Who can join: Open to anyone ages 12 and up
This is the lowest-commitment option — a single day, local, and open to teenagers as well as adults.
Comparing the Three at a Glance
| Event | Date(s) | Commitment | Who it suits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grace Marriage | Oct 25, Jan 17, Apr 25, Aug 22 (2:30–7:00 PM) | Multiple sessions | Married couples |
| Costa Rica Mission Trip | Jan 22–30 | Multi-day, travel | Families and all ages wanting to serve abroad |
| Rake the City | Nov 1 | One day, local | Anyone 12+ wanting a hands-on local service project |
How to Get More Details or Sign Up
The homepage points to a "Learn More & View All Events" link for the full event list, and each event has its own sign-up or information path. If you want to see the church in person first, the site offers a Plan Your Visit page and lists Sunday service times of 9:00 and 10:45 AM at 21695 Elk Lake Road, Elk River, MN 55330.
One practical note: the dates shown on the homepage are the ones the church has published, so confirm current details on the events page before making plans, especially for the mission trip, which involves travel arrangements.