Adult Orientation
Adult Orientation is offered once per trimester (January, May, and October) and is aimed at all new and prospective members of River Road Church. It begins with a dinner in the Reception Room at 6:00 p.m. on Fridays in the months stated above. Jim and Tuckie Paxton serve as Host/ess of this one evening session, which consists of three parts (listed below). As a church we want to do our best in helping new members become an integral part of this church family. We also want to introduce ourselves to prospective members in such a way as to help their important decision of church membership. During this informative evening, we will provide some opportunities for you to meet current church leadership and nurture new relationships, while learning the history and ministries of this unique church. Childcare is offered. Please check The Spire or contact the church office for specific dates when Adult Orientation is offered.
Part I: Discovering Our Identity
Understanding River Road Church's unique heritage and ecumenical connections.
- Reference material: Information Sheet, Our Baptist Heritage paper, Distinctives of River Road Church sheet.
- Resource Leader: Dr. Michael J. Clingenpeel, Pastor
Part II: Learning About Our Church
A brief history of River Road Church and a guided tour of the three buildings of the campus of River Road Church, each of which represents a different era in the early history of American church architecture.
- Reference material: Historical Guide of River Road Church
- Resource Leaders: Tuckie and Jim Paxton
Part III: Finding Your Place and Personal Ministry
An overview of River Road Church's diverse small group offerings in education, music, missions, recreation and other groups.
- Reference material: Experience the Joy of Belonging (Christian Education offerings booklet); Missions, Nominating Committee, and Stephen Ministry brochures; and Nominating Committee report
- Resource Leaders: Church Staff