How it all started...
The local assembly first organized in the fall of 1931 under the direction of Pastor S. E. Comstock. The name at that time was The Full Gospel Tabernacle Fellowship. Sixty-three members had identified themselves with the church body as charter members. Pastor Comstock and members of the tabernacle conducted a Soup Kitchen from Dec. 26, 1931 to Mar. 1, 1932, when Dakota County assumed responsibility for the project with Pastor Comstock acting as manager. He was also hired as the Overseer of the Poor of Dakota County. He continued in this capacity until May 15, 1932.
By action of a meeting held Jan. 26, 1932, the members petitioned the General Council of the Assemblies of God for affiliation. The Full Gospel Tabernacle Fellowship of South Sioux City, Nebraska, was officially recognized as one of the local assemblies in cooperative fellowship with the General Council of the Assemblies of God February 2, 1932, as recorded in a notification letter written by J. R. Evans, who was Secretary of the General Council at that time.
The original structure was moved onto the church site at 1219 First Avenue and had a sawdust floor. Building and updating the structure has been an on-going project of the local members. A basement was added to the original sanctuary, which also had living quarters for the first pastors. In 1936 the pastor was allowed to rent a house, which permitted the use of the former living quarters for classrooms. In 1960 plans were made for a new wing addition and the basement was begun which gave more classrooms, a kitchen and a fellowship hall. In 1965 the auditorium was constructed on the basement, which also involved a new front.
Over the years church programs and activities kept pace with the community and ministry outreach through the members of the Christian Education Department, Youth Ministries-CA's, Royal Rangers, New Life Fellowship, Women's Ministries, Men's Fellowship, Chancel Choir, Missionary/Evangelism. The year of 1982 was our year of jubilee as we celebrated our 50th Anniversary with joy and anticipation as we await our Lord's return... continuing in the work of the ministry. In 1990 eight acres of land was purchased at Highway 77 and Fifth Avenue.
South Sioux Assembly in 2000 changed its name to River Hills Church of the Assemblies of God. In March of 2002 building plans resume the completion of a new facility. In March of 2003 the 1219 facility was sold to a Pentecostal Hispanic Church. The new 24,000 complex was completed in October of 2004. Today River Hills is experiencing a powerful move of God’s Spirit in exciting worship and dynamic preaching. The new facility allows us to minister to the needs of people in a more effective manner. We praise the Lord for these exciting times and look forward in what He has in store for His body.
By action of a meeting held Jan. 26, 1932, the members petitioned the General Council of the Assemblies of God for affiliation. The Full Gospel Tabernacle Fellowship of South Sioux City, Nebraska, was officially recognized as one of the local assemblies in cooperative fellowship with the General Council of the Assemblies of God February 2, 1932, as recorded in a notification letter written by J. R. Evans, who was Secretary of the General Council at that time.
The original structure was moved onto the church site at 1219 First Avenue and had a sawdust floor. Building and updating the structure has been an on-going project of the local members. A basement was added to the original sanctuary, which also had living quarters for the first pastors. In 1936 the pastor was allowed to rent a house, which permitted the use of the former living quarters for classrooms. In 1960 plans were made for a new wing addition and the basement was begun which gave more classrooms, a kitchen and a fellowship hall. In 1965 the auditorium was constructed on the basement, which also involved a new front.
Over the years church programs and activities kept pace with the community and ministry outreach through the members of the Christian Education Department, Youth Ministries-CA's, Royal Rangers, New Life Fellowship, Women's Ministries, Men's Fellowship, Chancel Choir, Missionary/Evangelism. The year of 1982 was our year of jubilee as we celebrated our 50th Anniversary with joy and anticipation as we await our Lord's return... continuing in the work of the ministry. In 1990 eight acres of land was purchased at Highway 77 and Fifth Avenue.
South Sioux Assembly in 2000 changed its name to River Hills Church of the Assemblies of God. In March of 2002 building plans resume the completion of a new facility. In March of 2003 the 1219 facility was sold to a Pentecostal Hispanic Church. The new 24,000 complex was completed in October of 2004. Today River Hills is experiencing a powerful move of God’s Spirit in exciting worship and dynamic preaching. The new facility allows us to minister to the needs of people in a more effective manner. We praise the Lord for these exciting times and look forward in what He has in store for His body.
Expanding the vision...
Evangelism: Actively share the gospel through personal outreach, digital platforms, and community engagement.
Discipleship: Equip new and existing members to grow spiritually and serve faithfully.
Leadership Development: Train and empower leaders to carry out the vision.
Community Engagement: Build relationships that reflect Christ’s love and open doors for new believers.
Discipleship: Equip new and existing members to grow spiritually and serve faithfully.
Leadership Development: Train and empower leaders to carry out the vision.
Community Engagement: Build relationships that reflect Christ’s love and open doors for new believers.
Where we are headed...
Get Water Baptized
At River Hills Church, we believe that every Christian should be baptized to publicly demonstrate their faith in Jesus.
Discover Your Purpose
God made you unique on purpose because He has a plan that only your personality, background, temperament, mindset, and skills can fulfill.
Serve with Purpose
Your life will never make sense until you find, develop, and fulfill the plan that God has given you.
Make Disciples
In Matthew 28:19-20, Jesus commands His disciples to go make more disciples. This is the calling of every follower of Jesus. We want to help you learn, and participate, in this essential aspect of the Christian life.
At River Hills Church, we believe that every Christian should be baptized to publicly demonstrate their faith in Jesus.
Discover Your Purpose
God made you unique on purpose because He has a plan that only your personality, background, temperament, mindset, and skills can fulfill.
Serve with Purpose
Your life will never make sense until you find, develop, and fulfill the plan that God has given you.
Make Disciples
In Matthew 28:19-20, Jesus commands His disciples to go make more disciples. This is the calling of every follower of Jesus. We want to help you learn, and participate, in this essential aspect of the Christian life.
