Life Groups, at RHV, are the best way to get connected and find friends at River Heights Vineyard. Our Fall semester of Life Groups will begin on October 5, 2025

During this semester, groups will be doing a variety of things to grow in connection with each other and with God. We hope you will take the opportunity to find a group that fits your summer schedule.

Monday Groups

#M1 - MONDAY MEN’S GROUP
Time: 9:30a
Location: River Heights Vineyard Church (6070 Cahill Aenue, IGH)
Leaders: Claire Peterson (612-300-2917) and Jeff Pelletier (651-492-8540)
Description: We use the previous day’s sermon for discussion each Monday morning. This is an onging group and you may join anytime.

#M2 - PARABLES DISCUSSION GROUP (ADULTS)
Time: 7:00p
Location: River Heights Vineyard Church (6070 Cahill Aenue, IGH)
Leaders: Neil Koppy (651-895-7248, neilkoppy@gmail.com)
Description: When Jesus taught in parables, he was doing more than telling simple morality tales. His stories were grounded in the world in which he lived and his vision of the kingdom of God. This book explores six parables that give us a window into Jesus's message and movement, and once they are heard in their own context, ask what they might mean for us today. Hope to see ya there!

Tuesday Groups

#T1 - TUESDAY MEN’S BIBLE STUDY
Time: 9:00a
Location: Various homes in IGH
Leaders: Jon Marsden (651-226-0975) jon@riverheightsvineyard.org
Description: We meet to encourage each other to become more like Jesus as we follow Him together. We aim to do this by listening to each other, sharing our stories of faith, and discussing Bible passages. We will finish our journey through the Book of Acts and then choose another Book to discuss together.

#T2 - PARENTING IN WHOLENESS (ADULTS & KIDS)
Time: 6:00P
Location: 3846 Heather Drive, Eagan, MN 55122
Leaders: Anna Hunt (651-235-5285, annakhunt@gmail.com)
Description: Anna is a parenting coach who is eager and passionate to work with parents. This group is designed to get to the root of parenting and relational challenges. This group is designed to get to the root of parenting and relational challenges. We'll learn to recognize blind spots, question assumptions, and grow from our defenses. We'll grow in emotional regulation and learn to operate as an anchor and harbor for our kids. Do you feel stuck in a rut? Is parenting making you weary? Do you want support? How can God encourage us? Come and grow and be encouraged. Parents with kids of any age are invited. Space for childcare is available but limited.

#T3 - PRACTICING THE WAY (Virtual Group)
Time: 7:30p
Location: Meeting on Zoom
Leaders: Jon & Sue Marsden (651-226-0975, jon@riverheightsvineyard.org)
Description: Following Jesus is more than going to church or believing the right things; it is practicing a way of life. Join us as we learn together how better to follow Jesus.

Wednesday Groups

#W1 - ALPHA AT RIVER HEIGHTS (begins on October 1)
Time: 6:00p
Location: River Heights Vineyard Church (6070 Cahill Aenue, IGH)
Leaders: Peter Benedict pjbenedict@gmail.com
Description: Alpha is a series of group conversattions that explore life and faith. Everyone is welcome. You are invited no matter your background or beliefs. We’ll start with a meal together at 6p, watch a short video, and have discussion around our tables. There is childcare for children up to 5th grade and youth group for kids in 6th-12th grade during Alpha.

#W2 - AUTUMN SLOW CARE - ADULTS & TEENS WELCOME
Time: 6:00p (every other week)
Location: Rotating between different homes
Leaders: Hopewell (hhodges@umn.edu, 917-657-2785)
Description: Good news: God loves us and wants to give us friendships, fun, and good rest! This fall, join us for Slow Care Life Group. We'll share a simple dinner (potluck style) and a quick devotional, then choose solitude or conversation while we work on hobbies or crafts. We will rotate between different host homes this semester.

Thursday Groups

#TH1 - WOMEN OF A CERTAIN AGE
Time: 10:00a
Location: River Heights Vineyard Church
Leaders: Kim Charpentier and Gay Narron
Kim Charpentier (651-485-3800, kimcharpentier@gmail.com) and Gay Narron (952-457-4023, gay@riverheightsvineyard.org)
Description: Join us as we explore Paul's letter to the Philippians, one of the most joyful and encouraging books in the New Testament, written from prison yet overflowing with practical wisdom about finding contentment and peace in any circumstance.Whether you're new to Bible study or a seasoned believer, this study will strengthen your faith and deepen your relationship with God through meaningful discussion and mutual encouragement.

#TH2 - PRIME TIME LIFE GROUP (50+)
Time: 6:30p
Location: Don & Cindy Weber’s Home
(7293 Cahill Ave, Inver Grove Heights}
Leaders: Gay Narron & Sandy Persyn
Gay: 952-457-4023, gay@riverheightsvineyard.org
Sandy: 651-210-0328, spersyn01@gmail.com
Description: Are you age 50 or older? This group is for you. We love to gather and grow deeper in friendship and continue to grow in our faith together. Worship and prayer are high values in our group, along with laughter and connection. We hope you can join us this semester as we use the previous Sunday sermon for discussion.

Friday Groups

#F1 - SHARED MEAL FRIDAYS (October 17 & December 5)
Time: 6:00p
Location: Jon & Sue Marsden’s home (7352 Boyd Avenue East, IGH)
Leaders: Sue & Jon Marsden
Sue (651-226-0921, sue@riverheightsvineyard.org) Jon (651-226-0975, jon@riverheightsvineyard.org
Description: We are hosting two shared meals this summer on Friday evenings at 6pm, October 17 & December 5). We'll plan a meal theme for each evening and contact you to see what you'd like to bring. Look forward to meeting some new folks and deepening friendships around good food and lively conversation. We hope you can join us for one or both evenings.  

Saturday Groups

#S1 - TEEN COOKING GROUP
Time: 2:00-5:00p, Bi-Weekly (beginning on October 18)
Location: River Heights Vineyard Church (6070 Cahill Aenue, IGH)
Leaders: Doug Lacy (651-645-1523, douglac75@gmail.com)
Description: We will meet at church every other Saturday to cook yummy food together. Starts October 18th.

#S2 - MEAL & GAME NIGHT - ADULTS & TEENS
Time: 5:30p
October 25th, November 15th, November 29th, and December 13th.
Location: River Heights Vineyard Church (6070 Cahill Aenue, IGH)
Leaders: Doug Lacy (651-645-1523, douglac75@gmail.com)
Description: Come join us for game night! A meal will be provided at the beginning of the night. Bring your favorite games!

#S3 - WINTER TEA PARTY (December 6)
Time: 12:00p
Location: River Heights Vineyard Church (6070 Cahill Aenue, IGH)
Leaders: Doug Lacy (651-645-1523, douglac75@gmail.com)
Description: Come join me for a tea party! I will provide elegant treats, tea, and hot cocoa. You are invited to dress up but it's not required.