ABOUT US


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What To Expect

At The River, you can expect a high energy and casual dress atmosphere from our children all the way through adults. Coffee is welcome in the Worship Center so feel free to bring your own mug or check out The River Cafe. Each of our worship services is identical - same music and message in all levels of worship. We have kids ministries in River Kids for babies through 5th grade. Our 6th-8th grade students join us at The Bridge on Sunday mornings.

Our Beliefs

God

We believe in one God, who is Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, and the Savior of all men and women who put their faith in Him alone for eternal life. We believe that those who receive new life in Christ are called to be holy in character and conduct and can only live this way by being filled with the Lord’s Spirit. We believe in the Bible and seek to establish our faith and actions on its teaching. We believe God’s will is for people everywhere to know Him and that the purpose of the Church is to tell the world about Christ through its worship, witness and loving deeds.

Biblical Authority

The Bible is the highest source of written authority for God’s plan for His people; it reveals how to live out that plan, individually and corporately. Beliefs, practices and priorities are to be anchored in clear biblical teachings.

Christlikeness

Jesus Christ is the defining feature of God’s will for all humankind. In Christ is found the highest and most practical meaning and clearest example for holy living or godliness. Christ is both our example and strength as we pursue integrity, excellence, faith, hope and love.

Disciple-Making

Making disciples is a clear mandate from Christ. This requires a strong focus on evangelism and training in spiritual growth and holy living. Done effectively, this will produce and promote growth and health in and among the churches.

Local Church Centered

The Church exists to serve local congregations. Local churches are the most fundamental and strategic points of evangelism and discipleship. The challenge is to keep finding the best ways to serve and strengthen congregations.

Servant Leadership

We respect leadership that is placed over us, while realizing that the authority and effectiveness of spiritual leadership is not primarily bestowed, but earned and manifested by a loving and willing heart of obedience that serves God and people gladly. We desire to be leaders in serving.

Unity in Diversity

There is intrinsic value in every person. Unity becomes all the more important and beautiful in the light of the wide ranges of difference in personality, culture, race, talents and perspectives. Loving each other eliminates devaluation and deprivation of life to one another.

Gathering Times & Locations

We meet every Sunday morning in person and online. We'd love to get to know you. Join us for our next service!

Marion

Sunday Morning
8:30 AM
10:00 AM
11:30 AM *EST

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Chesterton

Sunday Morning
10:30 AM *CST


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Online: Livestream

Sunday Morning
10:00 AM *EST


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Our Leadership

We have a great leadership team at The River with office hours on Monday through Thursday from 9:00am to 4:00pm, and on Sunday from 8:00am to 1:00pm.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Sunday Services

- Marion 8:30, 10:00, 11:30am
- Chesterton 10:30am
Office Hours
- Marion Mon-Thu, 9:00-4:00pm

Does The River help with bills, etc?
We have an application for assistance available in our office, connection to a ton of community resources, and events all-year round for the community.

When is Christmas at The River (Marion Campus)?
Christmas at The River (Marion Campus) is on Sunday, December 22 at 9:00am, 11:00am, 4:00pm, and 6:00pm with Christmas Eve services at 4:00pm and 6:00pm. All of these services are identical. Get more information and reserve seats at TheRiver.cc/Christmas.

Can I have more information on 21 Days of Prayer in January?
21 Days of Prayer is from January 5-25, 2025. Access tons of resources and more information online at TheRiver.cc/21Days.

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