What does it mean to be one church in multiple locations? It's not just about building a bigger church; it’s about building a church that blesses communities, one neighbor, one neighborhood at a time. Riverview isn't just one of the fastest-growing areas in our county; it's one of the fastest-growing cities in the entire country! As people from all corners of the world make Riverview their home, we're on a mission to meet them right where they are.
We believe opening locations in new communities is the best way to reach more people with the good news of Jesus. It was 25 years ago when people from Bell Shoals Church set out to start a church in the neighborhood of Fishhawk. All of us are benefitting from their step of faith. We want to do the same for others, believing God will use our faithfulness to reach people in other communities for generations to come.
What does it mean to be one church in 2 locations?
This means that while we host services in 2 different locations, we are still one church family. This means uniting around the same beliefs, vision, mission, and strategy, and being supported and strengthened by the same leadership, administration, and processes that help us build the church. Being in two locations also allows us to empower more people to serve and lead, while also being flexible to build customized ministries for the needs of each specific location.
Why are we in Riverview?
Riverview is one of the fastest-growing cities in our region. People are moving there in droves. Of all the people that attend FC, Riverview addresses make up the 2nd highest total. In order to help them reach their neighbors, we want to put a location in their own community. And in the summer of 2023, we were gifted 3 acres of land right in Riverview!
What ministries are offered at our Riverview location?
We will start with our standardized ministries, including Sunday services, kids ministry, student ministry, small groups, and missions. As locations grow, more customized ministries will be developed.
Who leads our Riverview Location?
Pastor Steve Miller serves as the Location Pastor for Riverview. God brought Steve and his family to FC in the Summer of 2022 with the aim of starting this new location. Steve has been serving on our teaching team and brings over 20 years of ministry experience, including being involved with the start of 4 new churches. Other staff and leadership roles dedicated to this location will be developed in the coming months.