There are several ways that men can connect at River Ridge. It all depends on what interests you. Fill out the RidgeMen Interest Form to get started and someone will contact you soon.
Men's Groups
Men are equipped within the context of Biblical community in our Men's Small Groups. These groups meet throughout our community at various times throughout the week and focus on maturity in Connect, Grow, Serve, and Go.
Each group is uniquely designed, according to the passions and gifts of the leader. Some groups may meet weekly for Bible study, while others may meet twice monthly to go fishing and connect with a devotion over lunch. Regardless, each group's goal is the same — to take your next steps in your journey with God.
AEGIS
AEGIS is an organized force of volunteer River Ridgers that can be mobilized on short notice to meet physical needs, primarily within but also outside the church body -- with a special focus on home repair-related projects. When joining Aegis, a new team member specifies their skillsets and preferred types of tasks. Then, when a need is identified, Aegis members with matching skills/preferences are contacted in rotation so that no one team member becomes overburdened.Aegis follows the same concept as the national guard (when it operates as a relief organization). The word "aegis" itself (pronounced AY-jis) comes from both Latin and Greek, and has come to mean "guard," "shield," or "protection." When people have important physical projects they can't complete on their own, this team operates under the aegis of River Ridge Church to meet those needs for God's glory.
Distinctives of this area of ministry:
- It requires no commitment, just a willingness to be called about opportunities. You can always say no!
- Serving is irregular, as needed (and when you're available), not according to a schedule.
- You're never on the hook to teach or really say much of anything. (But you're always welcome to pray with folks or talk about Jesus as you feel led!)
J Men
Joshua's Men, developed by Executive Pastor Dan Reiland at 12 Stones Church in Atlanta, is a one-year intensive leadership development process designed for a small group of 7-8 specially-selected men. For over 20 years, Joshua's Men has been used by leaders around the world to develop a strong network of Christian men who are dedicated to serving the Kingdom. Here at River Ridge Church, over 90 men have been invested in through this program. Although all ages and marital status have benefited from this process, it targets married men between the ages of 25 and 40 who show the potential for leadership ability both within the family and the church.
Man Camp
MAN CAMP is an off-the-grid, primitive weekend camping experience for men 18 and older. It’s a break from the numbing grind of comfort and busyness. It’s like jumping in a sketchy van and ripping away to freedom. But in the woods, with a bunch of other guys desperate to breathe some life into their lungs. This isn't a kumbaya-singing, sit-and-get, church camp. You'll be challenged physically, mentally, and spiritually. It’s a BYO-Everything weekend, including food. You'll hike all of your gear in with your unit over challenging terrain to find and establish camp. Everything throughout the weekend is designed for maximum impact, even downtime.
If done right, you’ll come home changed and tired in the best possible way. Join the RidgeMen group by selecting from the existing groups and using the passcode RRCTV.
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