Planted by the river
Since 1989 we have worshiped within sight of the water. It reminds us that grace is always moving.
Our story
Riverbank began in a living room above the old ferry office in 1989. Fourteen people gathered to sing and pray, and by spring they were baptizing a neighbor in the river below.
In 2004 we built our sanctuary, a low timber hall with a wall of windows facing the water. It has hosted over a thousand worship services and more potlucks than we can count.
Our mission is simple. We want to be a church that the town would miss if we disappeared. We hope that is true, and we hope you will help us keep it so.
What runs through us
Rooted
We stay close to Scripture and prayer.
Flowing
We move toward people in need.
Welcoming
The river doesn't check names at the bank.
Renewing
God makes all things new, and so we begin again.
How we got here
A few moments that shaped who we are today.
Fourteen in a living room
The first gatherings above the old ferry office.
The river hall
Our timber sanctuary is dedicated.
First river baptism
Eight people are baptized on a September Sunday.
Care Team launched
Meals and rides begin for 40 neighbors.
Pastors and leaders
Lead PastorPastor Ellen Marsh
Ellen has served Riverbank for eleven years and loves a long kayak.
Missions PastorPastor Andre Dubois
Andre builds partnerships with local and global organizations.
Care Team DirectorLena Ostrowski
Lena coordinates meals, rides and visits for neighbors in need.
Worship LeaderBen Whitaker
Ben plays guitar and arranges old hymns for new ears.
What we believe
- God is Creator, Redeemer and Sustainer.
- Jesus lived, died and rose for us.
- Baptism is a sign of new life in Christ.
- The Bible is the Word of God, authoritative and living.
- The church is called to serve its community in love.
Every gift flows back to the neighborhood
Come see the river from our windows. Here is what Sunday looks like.