Pray, Serve, Give, Go

2026 Initiatives

Committing $324,000 to Contribute to the needs around us, both near and far.

“God loved the world so much that he gave his one and only Son so that whoever believes in him may not be lost, but have eternal life.” John 3:16 (NCV)

We are FOR the big FOUR: Praying, Serving, Giving, and Going!

“My house will be known as a house of prayer for all nations.” Isaiah 56:7 (CEV)

GLOBAL

ONE DAY TO FEED THE WORLD

$50,000 – Our annual offering as part of the compassion initiative of Convoy of Hope.

MINISTRY PARTNERS

$28,800 – Monthly support of our 13 global ministry partners.

CARE FOR KIDS + BIBLE ADVENTURE WEEK + CHILD SPONSORSHIPS

$13,000 – Our annual offerings, monthly support, and strategic collaboration for missions work in Cambodia. We provide support for children overseas and the advancement of education, parenting, economic development, healthcare, and local church projects.

IMPACT TRIPS: HONDURAS, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC, & LIVERPOOL

$128,000 - Send adult and student teams to serve our ministry partners through kids ministry outreaches, construction projects, and medical care.

“Each of you has been blessed with one of God’s many wonderful gifts to be used in the service of others. So use your gift well.” 1 Peter 4:10 (CEV)

REGIONAL

MINISTRY PARTNERS

$16,800 – Monthly support of our 11 regional ministry partners.

IMPACT TRIPS: PHILADELPHIA, MEADVILLE, & NORTH CAROLINA

$10,500 - Send adult and student teams to serve our ministry partners through kids ministry outreaches, construction projects, and medical care.

SERVE THE BURGH

$3,000 – Send teams to collaborate with existing Gospel-centered organizations by providing volunteer and financial support. Our partnerships include organizations like The Blessing Board, Cheswick Christian Academy, Family Life Network, Pittsburgh Dream Center, Real Life Church, Redeemer Lutheran School, and Teen Challenge.

CHURCH INTERNSHIPS + PARTNERSHIPS | Side-By-Side Network

$4,000 – Invest in students who are called into vocational ministry roles to train them to do the work of the ministry. Come alongside local churches by coaching, mentoring, resourcing, and developing leaders designed to equip, empower, and encourage pastors and churches.

“Since you excel in so many ways—in your faith, your gifted speakers, your knowledge, your enthusiasm, and your love from us—I want you to excel also in this gracious act of giving.” 2 Corinthians 8:7 (NLT)

LOCAL

SACRED SPACES

$40,000 - $400,000 – In celebration of Riverside's 40th anniversary and in preparation for the future needs for space where our kids, students, young adults, and adults can come together to revere God, connect with others, and find inspiration to serve our communities, we prayerfully intend to reduce our mortgage balance this year.

BENEVOLENCE & OUTREACH

$21,900 – Support for food banks, community meals, benevolence initiatives, and local outreach opportunities to spread love and kindness to our neighbors.

ONE TIME GIFTS + ADMINISTRATION

$8,000 - Special one-time gifts and administrative expenses to support our strategic local, regional, and global initiatives.

“Go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit.” Matthew 28:19 (NLT) 

Support these initiatives anytime by designating FOR The World at riversideconnect.org/give or on a giving envelope. Contact fortheworld@riversideconnect.org for more information.