stories have the power
to change lives

One of the most effective ways of showing somebody the love of Jesus can be by sharing your story. We believe that storytelling is a powerful way to make a greater impact on those around us. Do you feel like you're ready to share yours?

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Dec 24, 20232 min read

Keeping the Christmas Spirit Alive: A Young Parent's Guide to Everyday Joy

For young parents juggling work, family, and personal life, finding the Christmas spirit in everyday life can be a game-changer. Here's how

Dec 21, 20232 min read

5 Reasons to Celebrate Christmas Differently This Year

As we approach the joyous season of Christmas, let's consider a fresh perspective on our celebrations this year. Traditions hold a...

Generosity in Action Right Here in Waukesha!

Dec 20, 20231 min read

Outreach

Generosity in Action Right Here in Waukesha!

Check out the video below to hear about how YOUR generosity from the Big Offering Giveaway made a big impact for the Juno House, a part...

Grief Brought Me Closer to Jesus: Colleen's Story

Dec 18, 20231 min read

Growth

Grief Brought Me Closer to Jesus: Colleen's Story

Grief, as tough as it is, has a surprising ability to bring hope into our lives. When we go through the pain of losing someone, it forces...

How Brian Found Freedom from Hurts, Habits, and Hangups

Dec 11, 20231 min read

Baptism

How Brian Found Freedom from Hurts, Habits, and Hangups

If you know Brian, you might be surprised by how much his life has transformed over the last year or so. Brian's story was like many who...

Amy's Story: A Single Woman's Journey to Adoption

Dec 11, 20234 min read

Growth

Amy's Story: A Single Woman's Journey to Adoption

God sometimes works in unconventional or mysterious ways. For Amy, it was an act of God that would lead her to adopt, despite her initial...

The Tritches Story: Navigating the Waiting Period to Adopt

Dec 4, 20231 min read

Growth

The Tritches Story: Navigating the Waiting Period to Adopt

Many of you may know Mary and Morgan Tritch. Morgan serves as one of our worship pastors at our Waukesha campus, meanwhile, Mary has been...

Lowell Elementary's Vision to Create an Inclusive Space

Nov 29, 20231 min read

Generosity

Lowell Elementary's Vision to Create an Inclusive Space

Lowell Elementary School, located off of Madison St and Grandview and is one of the elementary schools in the Waukesha school district....

How Amanda Found Hope Through Ongoing Tragedy

Nov 28, 20235 min read

Care

How Amanda Found Hope Through Ongoing Tragedy

The power of music can bring people together and provide movement towards healing. For Amanda, this is exactly what she feels has helped...

A Mission to Help Hurting Women: Redeem and Restore

Nov 8, 20231 min read

Outreach

A Mission to Help Hurting Women: Redeem and Restore

Krista Hull started Redeem and Restore because she felt God calling her to use her story in a way that encourages others. She believes...

Nov 1, 20232 min read

Missions

Brooke's Mission Trip Experience

Brooke, an attendee of RiverGlen, shared her experience on last years trip to Panama: Tell me a little bit about what led you to make the...

Drew's Eye-Opening Mission Trip Experience

Oct 24, 20233 min read

Missions

Drew's Eye-Opening Mission Trip Experience

Drew, a college student and attendee of RiverGlen, shared some of his experience on his recent mission trip: "I went on the Pittsburgh...

Sherry's Inspiring Journey through Alpha

Oct 5, 20232 min read

Groups

Sherry's Inspiring Journey through Alpha

In the fall of 2020, Sherry was eager to reconnect with her faith after the isolation imposed by the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic....

Sep 16, 20232 min read

Missions

MOHI Impact in Babadogo, Kenya

Maybe this isn't the first time you've heard about Mission of Hope International. MOHI is a non-profit organization with a huge impact in...

The Rooted Experience: Marcus and Shelby's Story

Aug 29, 20233 min read

Baptism

The Rooted Experience: Marcus and Shelby's Story

Sometimes, that next step to growing in your faith can be daunting. It may require you to speak up, be vulnerable, or take a risk. For...

Aug 16, 20232 min read

Connect

An Invite Could Change Someone's Life

Part of RiverGlen's philosophy is the power of invitation.

Aug 8, 20231 min read

Care

Finding Care Through Divorce

Whether it was 10 years ago, or recently, it's easy to feel alone when going through a divorce. When Wendy Schanau went through a...

Jun 21, 20232 min read

Baptism

Honoring God through Baptism

Jerod grew up in a Christian home where his family attended church every Sunday. It wasn't until high school when he made his faith his...

Finding Community at Night of Stars Prom

Jun 11, 20231 min read

Outreach

Finding Community at Night of Stars Prom

Elise's first experience at RiverGlen was as a guest at our Night of Stars Prom. From there, Elise made connections and jumped in, making...

May 21, 20231 min read

Care

Sam's Story: Fighting Depression

2020 was a hard year for Sam. The end of a marriage, the loss of a grandparent, a job, and a pet. For Sam, depression crept in and he...

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