Singles for Christ
This group is made up of young people male and female ages 30 to 45 years of age. Most of this group have experienced a separation from their spouses. It is a tragedy at the beginning of their relationships, or after a few years, to have this happen knowing that their dreams are shattered. We take these people as they become a part of our church, and through Bible study and fellowship, we begin a process of rebuilding their lives.

Singles II
This group is comprised of single adults age 40 and above. Most of them have experienced similar situations as the Singles for Christ group. Our goal for both of these groups is to help them achieve some level of ministry in our church, and to help them be an active part of our church congregation. We strive to have them participate in ministries that involve activities with more mature Christians who will be good role models for our group.

Young Professionals
The Young Professional Ministry of Riverland Hills has been in existence for approximately 4 years. It started with a core group of about 12 single young adults in their 20’s and 30’s who realized the need to minister to and reach this very critical age group. According to Thom Rainer, President and CEO of Lifeway Christian Resources, in his book, “The Essential Church” most young people drop out of church between the ages of 18 and 22. Thus, the young professional ministry plays a critical role in reaching those who have dropped out and are searching for an avenue to reconnect with God.

The Young Professionals are actively involved in many areas of ministry at Riverland Hills such as the Grow Ministry, Music Ministry, Children’s Ministry, Vacation Bible School, Mission trips, Upward recreation ministry, and teaching and working with the Youth Group, just to mention a few.

In the fall of 2009, the Young Professional Ministry birthed a new class, The Young Married Professionals. This class is comprised of married couples in their 20’s and 30’s that are making the transition into married life. This class seeks to help these young couples build a marriage on solid ground by connecting with the Lord to get His guidance as they begin their lives together as husband and wife.

Under the leadership of Charles and Dianne Sibley, who have been with the Young Professional Ministry since the beginning, and Chip and La Donna Davis who joined the Young Professionals a few years ago, the ministry has grown from the original 12 to over 124 active members, 47 in the Young Married Professional Class and 77 in the Young Single Professional Class. Both of these classes meet in the gym on Sunday morning and are taught by Bill Crockett. The married class meets at 9:00 AM and the singles class follows at 10:15.

The Young Professional Ministry is founded on practical Bible teaching that addresses the every day challenges we face as believers. Currently there are 4 different Bible studies during the week run and attended by Young Professionals seeking to know God better and grow in their walk with Him.

The class operates on 5 main principles they seek to live each day:

1. Identify God’s Purpose
2. Implement God’s Principles
3. Intercede in Prayer
4. Invest in People
5. Increase Personally the kingdom of God by doing my part in the body

The Young Professional Ministry wants to thank Riverland Hills for the opportunity to serve and grow in this place!