Missions

Go therefore and make disciples of all nations

Matthew 28:19

The River desires to EXPRESS THE LOVE OF CHRIST and see the Kingdom of God advance on the earth while we await the return of King Jesus. We invest in and commit to gospel work across the world, throughout North America, in our state and our city.. Our identity in Christ drives us to this good work, as Jesus himself has commanded (2 Cor. 4:7, 2 Cor. 5:17–20, Matt. 28:18–20).

In the book of Philippians, Paul addresses the Philippian church as partners in the gospel (Phil. 1:3–5).
As such, we desire to be a partnering community that strategically invests in the gospel workers we partner with. Unity in Christ empowers us to be committed partners who pray, communicate often, visit in person, give resources, and equip for gospel ministry. 

Mission Partners

Monel and Joselie Jules

Monel and Joselie Jules, founded Haiti's Eden in 2010 with a vision to give back to their community. Born in Limbe, Northern Haiti both Monel and Joselie dream of using their education and training to transform their home town became a reality with an equal concern for the spiritual, physical and community health of their neighbors.  Monel holds a PhD in Theology and serves as the full time Director and Senior Pastor for the Eden Church and Community Center. Joselie has a Medical Doctorate degree and is the Physician in Chief at the medical clinic. Monel and Joselie have 3 children who actively work beside them in the church ministry! 

Summit Bible Church

Jon and Gretchen Smeltzer and their family were sent out by The River in 2019 to Summit, AR to re-plant Summit Bible Church. Summit delights in remembering and upholding their 4 core values: being Gospel centered, being a family, being bridge buiders, and being ministers. As followers of Jesus these 4 core values help keep them focused on Jesus and His Kingdom. We continue to partner with them in loving the community and sharing the gospel..




Elliot and sarah watkins

The Watkins live in a gateway city in Western Europe. They train and mobilize students to engage unreached peoples.

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