What Ministries and Groups Does River of Life Church Offer?

River of Life Church in Elk River, MN offers ministry and group environments for kids, students, and adults, including dedicated pages for Kids, Youth, Men, Women, Marriage, Small Groups, and Care Groups. The church describes these as "intentional spaces" to grow in your walk with God, and frames its overall mission as "Equipping like Jesus, in Community, for Community." If you're looking for a specific life stage or group type, the sections below map what's listed on the site.

Ministry and Group Categories

The homepage lists seven distinct ministry areas, each with its own "Learn More" link:

The site doesn't publish detailed descriptions of each ministry on the homepage itself — the specifics live on the individual pages behind each "Learn More" link. What the homepage does make clear is the intent behind them: creating spaces for kids, students, and adults to grow in their walk with God.

What Each Category Suggests

• Kids — The church emphasizes "fun, safe environments for kids," so this is the entry point for families with young children.
• Youth — A separate track for students, distinct from the kids ministry.
• Men and Women — Gender-specific groups for adults.
• Marriage — Couples-focused programming. One concrete example on the site is Grace Marriage, a session-based program with meetings on Oct 25, Jan 17, April 25, and Aug 22, from 2:30–7:00pm. It's described as practical teaching, meaningful conversations, and biblical encouragement to strengthen a marriage.
• Small Groups — The general small-group structure for connection and growth.
• Care Groups — A separate care-oriented group category, distinct from small groups.

Service Times and Location

If you're planning to visit before joining a group, the church meets Sundays at 9:00 & 10:45 AM at 21695 Elk Lake Road, Elk River, MN 55330. The site notes that whether you've been walking with Jesus for years or are still figuring out what you believe, it's a welcoming place to explore faith and ask honest questions.

Beyond Sunday: Events and Service Opportunities

The ministry pages sit alongside a broader events calendar. Examples listed on the homepage include:

• Grace Marriage — marriage strengthening sessions (dates above)
• Costa Rica Mission Trip — January 22–30, to Nicoya, Costa Rica; described as family-friendly and open to all ages, with VBS activities, community projects, and relationship-building
• Love This City: Rake the City — November 1, partnering with Great River Faith in Action to rake leaves and clean up yards; open to anyone ages 12 and up

There's also a 3-phase building expansion underway, described as a gift and hub for the city.

How to Take the Next Step

To explore a specific ministry, use the "Learn More" links for Kids, Youth, Men, Women, Marriage, Small Groups, or Care Groups. To plan a first visit, the site offers a Plan Your Visit page. For general connection, there's a Connection Card. The homepage also surfaces the Latest Sermon, Livestream, and Sermon Notes if you'd rather preview the teaching first.

One practical note: the homepage lists ministry categories and events but not the meeting times, locations, or sign-up requirements for each group — those details are on the individual pages, so check there before showing up.