top of page

Connect Groups

1. Find A Group

Find a group based on

your interests.

2. Sign Up

Sign up for one or more Connect Group and get plugged in!

3. Meet Up

Meet weekly, biweekly or monthly.

JESUS & JAVA

Leaders: Tim & Brandi Plymale

Ages: 18+

Community Type: Everyone

Are children welcome?: No

Meets: 1-2 Meetings a Month 

Sharing testimonies, life, and encouragement through the Word of God.

Ladies Foyer Fellowship+

Leader: Rachel Vasquez & Zoe Rivard

Ages: 18+

Community Type: Women

Are children welcome?: No

Meets: Monthly

Join us for a great, intimate time of fellowship and coffee, and get to know others better. It'll be a nice time to hang out!

SATURDAY NIGHT OUT

Leaders: Rodney & Tashia Hutto

Ages: 25-40 Years

Community Type: Everyone

Are children welcome?: Ages 1 & under only

Meets: Monthly

Saturday Night Out is a fun and casual connect group for adults looking to build community through monthly hangouts. Whether it's dinner at a local restaurant, games at someone's home, or a night of bowling, each meetup is centered around good food, great conversation, and meaningful connection. 

SATURDAY NIGHT LIGHTS

Leaders: Rodney & Tashia Hutto

Ages: 40+

Community Type: Everyone

Are children welcome?:  No

Meets: Bi-weekly, Saturday at 6:00pm 

 

Christian fellowship, great food and development of Bible based friendships. 

WOMEN'S BRUNCH

Leaders: Amanda Ginn & Nicki Vestal

Ages: 18+

Community Type: Women

Are children welcome?:  No, nursing infants only.

Meets: Once a month, Saturday's at 10:30am at the Ginn home.

Psalm 34:8 "Taste and see that the Lord is good. Oh, the joys of those who take refuge in Him!" Join the women of The River for food, fun, and fellowship.

The Lounge

Leader: Mario Vasquez

Ages: 18+

Community Type: Men

Are children welcome?:  No

Meets: Monthly, Saturday Nights 6-8pm

The Lounge is a men's Connect Group built around simple fellowship. No teaching and no formal agenda. We meet to relax, eat, laugh, and build genuine relationships. Gatherings will take place at someone's home, The River Barn, or at different events around town. Each gathering will be potluck-style, with a sign-up sheet sent out two weeks before each event.

STARS & STRIPES

Leader: Alex & Danean Gellman

Ages: 18+

Community Type: Active, Reserve/Guard, veterans, retired military and their immediate families. 

Are children welcome?:  Yes

Meets: Monthly

Stars and Stripes is a Christ-centered small group for active, retired, and veteran military families. We meet on Sunday afternoons to share life over family-style meals, games, and honest conversations—all in a relaxed, tech-free setting that feels like home. Whether you’re active duty, a veteran, spouse, or an immediate family member, you’re welcome here.

Mother Culture

Leaders: Meghan Rolon

Ages: 18+

Community Type: Moms and Kids

Are children welcome?: Yes

Meets: Monthly

A monthly meetup for mothers and their children. We will enjoy great food, fellowship, and fun! Let's build a strong community and create memorable moments together.

The Current: Young Adults

Leader: Ashlie Laws

Ages: 19-29

Community Type: Everyone

Are children welcome?: No

Meets: Bi-weekly

​​

This group is open to all young adults, both single and married. Meeting every other Saturday night, our gatherings will be a mixture of high-energy fun and cozy discussions. It is the perfect place to build lasting friendships and navigate day-to-day life together.

RIVER RIDERS

Leader: Blake & Mallory White

Ages: 18+

Community Type: Everyone

Are children welcome?:  No

Meets: Monthly

 Join us for monthly rides with others in our local area. We’ll enjoy the road together, share a meal, hear testimonies, and build community around a shared love for riding.

The River Golf Club

Leaders: Pastor Jonny Hale

Ages: 13+

Community Type: Everyone

Are children welcome?:  No

Meets: Weekly

A six-week Stableford golf tournament scored using handicaps, so golfers of every skill level can compete and enjoy playing together.

FREEDOM RINGS

Leader: Mark Stephens

Co-Leaders: Allan Vestal & Ronnie Blankenship 

Ages: 16+

Community Type: Everyone

Are children welcome?:  No

Meets: Monthly

Learn Firearm Safety, self defense, and various skills from trained instructors in a fun and safe environment for men and women. A great opportunity for beginners and the experienced to learn more, meet others, and have a great time! 

CORDED TOGETHER

Leader: Chris & Bes Russell

Ages: 21+

Community Type: Everyone

Are children welcome?:  No

Meets: One Saturday a month

This group is for married couples and couples desiring marriage. We gather to encourage one another in our relationships through fellowship, sharing the Word and breaking bread.

We want to hear from you!

We thoroughly enjoy hearing from our River family!Shoot us a message and tell us what brought you to The River to begin with, how you've chosen to get involved and what kind of impact the church has had on your life. 

bottom of page