Missions

“… be my witness in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.”
– (Acts 1:8)

Mission Statement

The Board of Missions of River Road Church, Baptist seeks to inspire and promote outward expressions of faith through service by the church, its organizations, and individual members. It develops and implements programs and projects of gifts, service, and Christian outreach in cooperation with mission fellowships in the church, and in local, state, national, and world affiliations, including community service organizations.

Community service opportunities for individuals and groups, along with direct financial support of associations, organizations, education, and advocacy resources are integral parts of River Road Church’s missions efforts. We partner with a wide range of religious and secular organizations to provide a broad spectrum of outreach and services to local, national, and international communities.

Called Out to Serve

As Christ leads us, we go. In his name, we open wide our doors, our hands, and our hearts – bringing our talents and time, our gifts and prayers, to all these ministries of love, and more.

Ways to Get Involved

CBF Global Missions Offering

Our Church partners with the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship (CBF) for its global missions giving.

CBF Field personnel (missionaries) work in ministries from intentional communities with hospitality houses in rural Virginia to helping refugees cope with change and struggle in Uganda. Your gifts to the mission work at RRCB go to support these missionaries as they go about their work. Separately, as a congregation or individually, each person engaging with missionaries can give to support any one ministry or field personnel affiliated with CBF.

CBF seeks transformational development through the empowerment of the Holy Spirit and the seeking of beloved community, bearing witness to the work and life of Jesus Christ. The Fellowship supports long-term field personnel serving in 30 countries, 50 Student.Go interns and hundreds of short-term mission teams annually. Click here for more information about what CBF is doing.

Catch the Spirit Mission Project Grant Proposal

Do you have a mission project you’d like the congregation to engage in?

You’re invited to bring your creativity to River Road Church, and help the BOM and congregation Catch the Spirit of your passion.

If there is a mission project or program in which you wish River Road Church would be involved and are willing to take the lead in make this effort happen, please fill out the application.

WMU Connectors

River Road Church WMU is a group of women who support missions and emphasize fellowship.  The group is responsible for monthly assignments from the RBA to support the programs at the Baptist Centers, Camp Alkulana, the BCMs at VCU and UR, and other mission organizations.

WMU Connectors usually meets monthly on the third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in a member’s home.  Come join us!  Visitors and guests are always welcome to attend.  For more information please call Wyatt Heisler at 804-741-9320 or check the church calendar.

Hands & Hearts: Nickelsville Mission Trip

The Hands and Hearts Mission Trip serves those in need in the area of Nickelsville, VA, and the projects are determined by the skills and passions of those who sign up. It may range from home repairs and light construction, to assisted living home visitation and food pantry assistance.

If you have any questions, please contact Laura Lee Chandler.

Next trip: April 26-May 1, 2020

CARITAS

Mission Statement: “CARITAS helps our most vulnerable neighbors break the cycles of addiction and homelessness to reclaim their dignity.”

CARITAS, the largest homeless services provider in Central Virginia, transforms lives and restores dignity through its four programs: the Shelter program, The Furniture Bank, CARITAS Works, and The Healing Place.

 CARITAS has evolved to its current form by filling the gaps in the homeless services system, achieving long-lasting results. Their goal is to prevent people from backsliding and returning to the shelter system because they lack the fundamental skills and resources they need to remain independent.

Our church partners with this organization in many ways, but especially twice a year (October and February) when for one week we host CARITAS guests in our fellowship hall, serving them meals and getting to know them. This hospitality ministry involves children, youth, and adults, allowing us to get to know our neighbors struggling with homelessness.

CrossOver Healthcare Ministry

Founded in 1983, CrossOver Ministry is Virginia’s largest free clinic, providing high quality healthcare services to more than 6,000 uninsured individuals each year at its two locations in Richmond.

River Road Church partners with this organization by providing volunteer medical and nonmedical personnel, sponsoring a circulo de costura (sewing circle)  through our Catch the Spirit grants, and donating funds and items for families.

Short-Term Mission Work & Long-Term Partnerships

Bland County – repairing homes and providing care in southwest Virginia for a week each year.
Baptist Centers of Richmond – supporting food pantries and clothes closets with ongoing collections, as well as the Oregon Hill Baptist Center, where we prepare and serve meals to the homeless.
Camp Alkulana – repairing and reading camp facilities for Richmond inner-city youth.
Ghana Mission Trip – Forming a new partnership with churches in Ghana beginning Fall 2017.
Meals on Wheels – delivering meals to homes for FeedMore.
MICAH Initiative/ Oak Grove Elementary School – tutoring and nurturing children through the MICAH initiative.
Panama Medical/Dental Mission Trip – providing a week of clinics in remote communities in Panama in partnership with the Fundación Cristina Medico Social.
Prison Ministries – visiting and encouraging the incarcerated, recently released, and their families.
Renew Crew/Toolbox Ministry – building access ramps and repairing homes in local neighborhoods.
Rise Against Hunger – preparing pre-packaged meals for use overseas.

Missions News

Camp Alkulana Golf Tournament

10th Annual Alkulana Golf Tournament Friday, October 3 Belmont Golf Course Registration Deadline: September 26 Golfers For Individuals - $80 Foursomes - $300 Foursome + Hole Sponsor - $380 Sponsors Bright Eyes Sponsor - $500 Hole Sponsor - $100 per Hole Registration...

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Alma Hunt Offering

Emphasis Week: September 14-21 September is a month of prayer and giving for Virginia missions supported by the Woman's Missionary Union of Virginia and the Virginia Baptist Mission Board. The offering provides funding for all WMUV missions and ministries and makes...

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Toolbox Ministry & Renew Crew

Wednesday, October 8, 9:00 a.m. Saturday, October 11, 9:00 a.m. Renew Crew Office Renew Crew and the RRCB Toolbox Ministry invites you to join us to build handicapped ramps for Renew Crew Ministry in Richmond. If you are interested in volunteering for one or both...

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Bland, VA Mission Trip

September 14-20 Please pray for our mission team that will be serving in Bland, VA. The team includes Nancy Anderson, Austin Clark, George Davis, Sid Hays, Lloyd Jackson, Mary Iva Jones, Ronnie Jones, Bonnie Livick, Steve Lowery, Don Robertson, and Bob Shoemake.

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WMU September Meeting

Connectors Tuesday, September 9 7:00 p.m., home of Ann Bagwell We will enjoy a potluck salad supper. This is the group’s first meeting in its 2014-2015 program year. All women interested in missions or fellowship are cordially invited to attend. Following the meal a...

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Stop Hunger Now Meals Have Shipped

The meals that we packaged on April 27 have been shipped to Haiti! Message from Stop Hunger Now: We are delighted to announce that the meals from your respective meal packaging event have been shipped in a container totaling 285,100 meals from our Richmond, Virginia...

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RBA School Supply Collection

Churches in the Richmond Baptist Association (RBA) are collecting school supplies for distribution to public school children at the three inner-city Baptist Centers. Last year’s collection benefited over 800 children. The Board of Missions invites River Road Church...

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Standing Rock Donations

Trip: August 2-9, 2014 Donations: Gift Cards will be accepted in the Church Office through August 1. Walmart/Sam’s Club gift cards for supplies for ministries Lowe’s gift cards for construction supplies Quillows Quillows should be left on the Missions tables in the...

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CARITAS – Thank You

Dear Church Family, Thank you each and every volunteer, staff member, and minister for the wonderful gifts you gave to the CARITAS Ladies (May 31 - June 7). You shared our beautiful church home for a week with ladies in a crisis by... bringing and working with your...

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Standing Rock: Ways to Get Involved

Trip: August 2-9, 2014 Volunteer to be a Team Member: Building relationships with women, spa night Medical: health screenings and education Gardening: memory/healing garden, plant new vegetable garden Meal preparation for the team Maintenance tasks for Tipi Wakan Foam...

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Standing Rock Information Meeting

Thursday, June 5 5:00 p.m., UC #230 This is for ANYONE with an interest in Standing Rock. This is not a commitment to go to Standing Rock. Come and enjoy BBQ dinner, even if you only have a small interest in Standing Rock or want to hear about the plans for the...

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