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RIVER VALLEY LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE

2020-2021


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Pastor Rob and Becca

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Creative Focus

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What is RVLI?

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Track Lead Story

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FAQS

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Student Life

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Student Story

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Schedule

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Academics

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River Valley Church

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Tuition

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Alumni Story

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SEU Classes

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Our Leader

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Pastoral Focus

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What’s Next?


LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE

RIVER VALLEY


PASTORS ROB & BECCA

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“THE NEXT GENERATION ISN’T JUST TOLERATED; IT IS EMBRACED, CHAMPIONED AND LOVED.” At River Valley, the next generation isn’t just tolerated; it is embraced, championed and loved. Our heart has become “what can we do for you?” rather than, “what can you do for us?” We want you to do more than we ever could. You are right behind us, pushing us forward. Through River Valley Leadership Institute, we strive to help each student grow through a balance of encouragement, discipleship and development. Our goal through RVLI is to give you the and change the world. The best is yet to come!

OUR PASTORS

competency to advance the Kingdom of God


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RVLI IS DESIGNED TO ENGAGE INTERNS IN THEIR SPIRITUAL GROWTH ALONG WITH INTENTIONAL AND PRACTICAL LEADERSHIP WHAT IS RVLI? DEVELOPMENT THROUGH HANDS-ON MINISTRY EXPERIENCE, WHILE HAVING THE OPPORTUNITY TO EARN COLLEGE CREDIT.


SPIRITUAL GROWTH We believe that before a leader can lead others, they ďŹ rst must learn to lead themselves. We put an emphasis on the journey God has you on and do our best to help you learn to identify and follow His voice in your life.

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT RVLI exists to equip new leaders in their process of discovering and developing their God-given gifts through intentional leadership development and hands-on ministry experience.

HANDS-ON MINISTRY EXPERIENCE The mission of River Valley Church is to lead people into an authentic, life-changing relationship with Jesus Christ. We believe the greatest vehicle for expanding the Kingdom of God is the local church. Each week, RVLI interns will have the opportunity to implement what they are learning and have access to a wide range of highly experienced and nationally recognized

leaders

to

help

them

take

their

leadership journey to the next level. As interns discover their purpose in ministry, it is our job to help launch them into all God has for them.

COLLEGE CREDIT We believe academics are a crucial part of the RVLI experience which is why we strive to create valuable learning

experiences.

Students

can

earn

an

Associates or Bachelors Degree in Ministerial Leadership after two to four years in the program. Students will take online classes and engage others through cohorts while implementing what they learn in real-time ministry contexts.

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F R E Q U E N T LY A S K E D Q U E S T I O N S


WHAT WILL MY WEEK LOOK LIKE? The schedule of each week varies depending on your track. All interns are required to serve on the weekend at their campus as well as attend the monthly RVLI Leadership Labs, monthly RVLI cohorts and other ministry specific events. For those participating in SEU, please refer to the Weekly Schedule on page 21.

DO YOU OFFER HOUSING FOR INTERNS JOINING FROM OUT OF STATE? RVLI has limited dorm/apartment style housing available on a limited basis for our Experience and Protégé students. Housing is offered on a first-come first-serve basis; however, those coming from out of town have a priority over local students. Interns are required to pay monthly rent.

WHAT TRACKS CAN I CHOOSE FROM? We have different tracks you can choose from depending on your desired ministry focus. Those tracks include Campus, Youth, Kids, Lifegroups, Women’s Ministry, Pastoral Care, Global Project, Live Production, Film, Worship, Marketing, Social Media/Photography, and

HOW LONG DOES RVLI LAST? We have two internship seasons on the RVLI calendar; June-August and September-May.

Graphic Design.

WHICH MODEL IS RIGHT FOR ME?” AM I ABLE TO EARN COLLEGE CREDITS DURING MY INTERNSHIP?

Discovery Model: For those who are looking to gain

Yes, you can enroll in Southeastern University (a region-

looking for an immersive ministry experience and want

ally accredited university*) to work towards a degree. After two years in the program you can complete your AML (Associates of Ministerial Leadership) or after four years in the program you can finish with your BSML

a deeper understanding of ministry yet have limited time availability. Experience Model: For those who are to grow as a leader. Protégé Model: Designed for those who have completed a year of Experience Model and are interested in pursuing vocational ministry.

(Bachelors of Science in Ministerial Leadership).

DO I NEED A CAR? CAN I BE ENROLLED IN A COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY WHILE BEING IN RVLI?

Yes. Some ministry opportunities will require reliable transportation during the week and on the weekends.

Yes. This internship is most beneficial when coupled with an educational component. If you choose not to go through SEU, we would highly encourage you to enroll in North Central University.

AM I ABLE TO BE CREDENTIALED AS A MINISTER THROUGH THIS INTERNSHIP? Yes. Through your classes with SEU you can begin your credentialing process to become a minister with the Assemblies of God.

*Southeastern University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Southeastern University.

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THERE IS SURELY A FUTURE HOPE FOR YOU, AND YOUR HOPE WILL NOT BE CUT OFF.

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PROVERBS 23:18


JESSIE SIERADZKI I didn’t know about RVLI until my friend came back home to Michigan after her first year interning at River Valley Church. It seemed like an incredible opportunity, but I wasn’t interested in moving to another state to pursue it for myself. I had just graduated high school and had I didn’t have much direction beyond that. It seemed like my options were either to go to film school costing a fortune, or going to traditional college and choose a major I wasn’t sure about. But that summer while I was serving at camp, God spoke to me and told me to pray about my future. As I did I heard Him clearly say that RVLI was my next step. I interviewed to join the River Valley Film Team as an intern, and accepted a position beginning in the fall. My experience in RVLI has been greater than anything I could have imagined. I expected I would be watching over someone's shoulder or organizing equipment, but that wasn't the case. My first week included

2019 FILM INTERN

no idea where I wanted to go. I knew I wanted to study filmmaking, but

filming music videos with River Valley Worship in a music studio. I was welcomed in by everyone around me, especially those on the film team. The way God has grown me by pushing me past my comfort zone is astonishing. I’ve learned to work on a team, confidently asking for help and seeking opportunities to improve my skills. I couldn’t be more grateful for this program. RVLI has given me the opportunity to broaden my horizon and experience a life-giving environment of learning and growth. I am here to pursue the things God has called me to with no fear but hope for the future.

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ACADEMICS

SOUTHEASTERN

NORTH CENTRAL

STUDY ABROAD

River Valley Church and Southeastern

If you would like to enroll in a

River Valley Church partners with 250+

University (SEU) have partnered to

traditional university experience, North

missionaries and ministries all over the

bring you a world-class educational

Central University is right in our

world. RVLI creates the opportunity for

experience. Through SEU, you have

backyard and is a great Assemblies of

you to study abroad while you are a

the option of earning an Associates or

God University that we highly

part of our program.

Bachelors Degree in Ministerial

recommend.

Leadership online alongside your

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internship experience with RVLI.


TUITION

RVLI EXPERIENCE DISCOVERY MODEL EXPERIENCE MODEL $300 $1000

ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE $9580

Gain hands-on ministry experience while partnering with experts in the ďŹ eld

Combines RVLI Experience with the

of your choice. Engage ministry on a whole new level as you have the

opportunity to earn your degree with SEU

opportunity to lead, innovate, and design new ministry paradigms.

(based on 15 hours per semester).

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SEU CLASSES


ASSOCIATE OF MINISTERIAL LEADERSHIP (AML) • Foundational Core = 34 Credit Hours • Ministerial Leadership Core = 15 Credit Hours • General Electives = 12 Credit Hours

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MINISTERIAL LEADERSHIP (BSML) • Foundational Core = 56 Credit Hours • Ministerial Leadership Studies = 33 Credit Hours • Ministerial Practicum and General Electives = 33 Credit Hours

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MINISTRY MINISTRY FOCUS

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MINISTRY FOCUS


“THE BEST LEADERS DON'T LEAD FROM A PLACE OF TITLE OR POSITION, THEY LEAD FROM A PLACE OF INFLUENCE.” CAMPUS Grow in your ability to lead and develop leaders and

CHOOSE YOUR TRACK

steward the church in the areas of discipleship, generosity and serving. Gain experience in: Communication, counseling, administration, pastoral care, discipleship, sermon preparation and execution.

NEXT GEN Choose among Kids, Youth and 20+ tracks as you gain insight into what it takes to develop and lead the next generation. Gain experience in: sermon preparation and curriculum design.

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Event + service planning, discipleship, small groups,

MISSIONS Cultivate a heart for the unreached people groups as you work with our Global Project leaders. Gain experience in: Local + global outreach, global team planning, missionary communication, foreign relations + communication and working with other cultures.

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CREATIVE CREATIVE FOCUS

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CREATIVE FOCUS


“IT’S OUR FOUNDATIONAL BELIEF THAT ONE MOMENT IN HIS PRESENCE CHANGES EVERYTHING.” WORSHIP Grow as a musician or vocalist as you work with weekend experiences. Gain experience in: Songwriting, live mixing, music directing, musicality and worship development.

PRODUCTION Be developed and learn the technical side of ministry as you create the atmosphere for people to encounter God in an authentic way. Gain experience in:

CHOOSE YOUR TRACK

our River Valley Worship team facilitating inspiring

Stage design, lighting engineering, service production and stage management.

CREATIVE EMPHASIS Choose from any area of ministry and use your unique skills to add creative emphasis. In working alongside your desired ministry team, your skills will be developed as you have the opportunity to collaborate with the River Valley creative team to support them with your creative giftings. Gain experience in: Web development, graphic design and marketing OR Videography, photography, and social media.

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GLOBAL PROJECT ASSOCIATE PASTOR

GLOBAL PROJECT ASSOCIATE PASTOR

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JOSH KRIEGLER

JOSH KRIEGLER


“What good is experience, if it isn’t shared with others to learn from and grow?” ROI. Return on Investment. This is the lens through which I have grown accustomed to seeing different opportunities or initiatives. What is the net gain or loss of me investing my resources (time, money and energy)? I spent much of my young adult life working for large corporations, where ROI meant focusing on the profit to be made, and that profit was always measured in dollars. In my role as an Associate Pastor within River Valley Global Project, I have learned to change the focus on that lens, from dollars to development. And, not just the development of an individual or team, but the development of God’s Kingdom here on earth.

Serving as a Track Lead with RVLI has been the most rewarding aspect of my role as a pastor. I have always valued and wanted to pour into the next generation, but that desire has been taken to a new level through RVLI. I realize that I may not be able to carry every torch to the finish line, but I know that when I invest into those coming behind me, the torch is in good hands. As it says in Matthew 5:15 “No one lights a lamp and puts it under a basket. Instead, a lamp is placed on a stand, where it gives light to everyone in the house.” The same should be said about our knowledge and experience. What good is experience, if it isn’t shared with others to learn from and grow? My prayer is that through my role as a Track Lead, I am able to invest in the lives of my interns and help equip them to pursue the calling God has put on their lives. I pray that through shared experiences, we can help to challenge and push each other to grow in the ways God is calling us to grow. Leading the Global Project Track of RVLI has given me the opportunity to meet and mentor some amazing individuals and I am excited to see where God takes them next. At River Valley Church, we know we are called to send out our best, to wherever God calls them as missionaries, and the interns we have in RVLI are definitely some of our best!

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COHORTS

LIFETEAMS

Cohorts are a time for you to connect with interns within

Each campus has an amazing team of volunteers waiting

your track, hear from amazing leaders within our church,

for you to join them. Lifeteams make a difference in the

and grow in community with other interns. Cohorts allow

lives of every person who comes through our doors

for discussion based teaching, and are a great time to

from the parking lot to the platform. We encourage you

process what God is doing in and through you. Cohorts

to join a team, make new friends, and own the

happen once a month in the evening, and meet in coffee

atmosphere at your campus so those who are yet to

shops and homes.

come will be warmly welcomed and experience the life-giving presence of God!

LEADERSHIP LABS

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STUDENT LIFE

Leadership Labs are a time for you to be together with all

GLOBAL PROJECT

interns once a month and develop as leaders. There will be

Every month, teams of volunteers from River Valley

snacks, leadership teachings, small group discussions and

Church travel around the world to help meet physical

connections with interns from other campuses and tracks.

and spiritual needs and share the love of Jesus Christ. It

This will easily be one of your favorite experiences of RVLI.

is our goal that every person in our church goes on a Global Team within 4 years of coming to River Valley.

LIFEGROUPS

Lifegroups meet at all different times, days and locations and there are hundreds of different groups to choose from! Being in a Lifegroup will help you build healthy relationships with others, grow in your relationship with Jesus and serve through Local Projects.

Global Teams can cost as little as $400 for a weekend team or as much as $4000 for a longer 10–12 day team but no matter how long or how much, going is always worth it.


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RVLI Academic Day; SEU Study Hall; SEU *Online Classes

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Weekend Ministry

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Staff Prayer and Track Lead Day

T Midweek Ministry Events

W Day Off; *SEU Online Classes

T Day Off

F Evening Weekend Ministry

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LOOKING BACK RIVER VALLEY CHURCH IN 2019

6,493

Commitments to Christ

825

Water Baptisms

$6,238,368

Missions Giving

823

Missionaries Supported

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APRIL 4, 2021 Easter

JUNE 7-8, 2021

River Valley Church Conference

October 15-16, 2021

Sparkle Women’s Conference

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“I AM THANKFUL FOR THE 4 YEARS SPENT IN RVLI CREATING A DISCIPLINE WITHIN ME TO ALWAYS PUT CHRIST FIRST.”


GABI O’ROUKE SHAKOPEE YOUTH PASTOR too easy to do that within ministry tasks as well. RVLI

was stepping into an incredible journey that would

taught me that before anything else, I am called to keep

shape my character, solidify my calling and cultivate a

my eyes fixed on Christ. This challenged me to see what

deeper heart for Christ within me. I stepped into RVLI in

God was doing in the mundane and exciting parts of

a season of questioning what God had next for me as I

my day. It also challenged me to never forget the “why”.

came off a very difficult season. As I stepped into my

As I am now in full-time ministry, I am thankful for the 4

first semester of interning, I was amazed at the leader-

years spent in RVLI creating a discipline within me to

ship within the campus I served at, what God was

always put Christ first and allow everything else to

stirring within me, and how He was refining me. It was a

follow. Second, I grew in my character. Character

season filled with healing, rediscovering who I was, and

development may sound great on paper, but it is not

allowing God to work out a lot within me.

easy when you are in the middle of it. RVLI taught me that your character is what sustains your calling. Far too

RVLI develops future leaders through a variety of ways.

many times we can get caught up in what we want to do

First, you get hands on experience doing ministry in the

instead of focusing on who we need to become to get

local church. Serving at a campus within the Youth

there. Through RVLI, God opened my eyes to who I

Ministry Track, I got a behind the scenes look at what it

needed to become, and I got the honor of walking

truly meant to be a Youth Pastor. Hands-on ministry

through a beautiful season full of refinement and

experience taught me the intangible things you cannot

encouragement. Lastly, through RVLI I grew in my

learn in a classroom and birthed a deeper passion

competency within ministry. I always had a desire to do

within me to see the local church expand around the

full-time ministry, and RVLI gave me the exposure and

world. Second, RVLI develops future leaders through

opportunity to see and learn what that truly meant. I was

Leadership Labs where interns get the opportunity to

a full time Pastoral Studies Student and loved my

hear from various leaders within our church and around

education throughout my college career, however, the

the world. Not only do you get to soak in wisdom from

hands-on experience that RVLI offers taught me more

leaders ahead of you, but you get to do it within the

about ministry in those 4 years than I could have ever

context of community, ask questions, and process

imagined.

ALUMNI STORY

Jumping into RVLI at the age of 19, I had no idea that I

together. Sitting through Leadership Labs, I was honored and amazed at the rooms I got to be in with

RVLI is truly developing the next generation of future

various leaders in our church. Leadership Labs would

leaders,

challenge me to think higher, continue to allow God to

woman, and so much more. Ephesians 4:11 tells us that

chisel away at my character, and to become more

“Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the

competent within my calling to ministry.

evangelists, the pastors and teachers,

Pastors,

missionaries,

businessman

and

to equip his

people for works of service, so that the body of Christ Through RVLI, I grew in many ways. First and foremost, I

may be built up ”. This is exactly what RVLI is doing and

grew in who I was as a Christ follower. It is easy to get

it was an honor to be a part of it and it is an honor to

busy in the day-to-day tasks of life and forget why you

continue to see RVLI build and expand the church

are doing them in the first place. Unfortunately, it is far

through equipping and raising up future leaders.

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OUR LEADER

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TERRY PARKMAN


NEXTGEN PASTOR In RVLI, we love to talk about how faithfulness to your

significant. That’s why we have designed ministry

next step unlocks your purpose. This is why I’m so

experiences unique to the call that God has for your life.

excited that you are considering RVLI for your next step!

Each ministry track gives you the opportunity to work

As an emerging leader, you have been designed to

side-by-side with experts in your desired field as they

change the world wherever you are through the gifts

work to develop you as a leader and as a follower of

and talents God has placed inside of you. Our heart is

Jesus. This open-access to River Valley leadership will

to help those gifts engage the world around you and

help you to not only see how ministry work is done, but

advance the Kingdom of God in ways we could only

it will give you a behind-the-scenes look at our process

imagine.

and approach to ministry.

We believe God created you for a greater purpose and

It’s your journey and we‘re excited to be a part of it!

gave you the desire to accomplish something

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WHAT’S NEXT?


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APPLY You can apply online at rvli.org.

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INTERVIEW You will be contacted after you apply to set up an interview.

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SEU To get started with the SEU experience, visit partners.seu.edu/rivervalley

HAVE QUESTIONS? CONTACT US rvli.org | rvli@rivervalley.org | 952-255-8800 29


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