Care and Support @ Riverbend
Riverbend Church was founded as a place for healing, restoration, and recovery.
We recognize that everyone is at a different point on their life’s journey. If your journey has taken you to a place where you need someone to care, support, or just come alongside you on your way, we are here for you.
Prayer requests
We would love the chance to pray for you. Tap the button below to submit your prayer requests to our prayer team. All prayer requests are kept confidential.
If you need to talk to someone directly, please contact our Pastor of Care & Recovery.
Caregiving
The Lighthouse at Riverbend
Tuesday Mornings | Sign Up to Attend
This free respite program is designed for family caregivers with loved ones living at home with dementia. The program provides meaningful programming with social stimulation and joyful activity, while offering a few hours of respite to caregivers.
To sign up to participate or volunteer, contact Sharon Butler >
Our 13th annual GPS Conference is scheduled for Saturday, February 28, 2026.
CAREGIVERS' SUPPORT
3rd Tuesday of the Month | 10:00AM | Student Center
If you are “trading places” with Mom or Dad in their later years, or caring for an aging spouse or family member.
Relationships, Loss, and Grief
REBUILDING WHEN YOUR RELATIONSHIP ENDS
This weekly seminar is an educational program to help one adjust to the end of a love relationship.
BUILDING HEALTHY MARRIAGES
A class designed for only engaged and newly-married couples who want to sharpen their relationship skills.
DIVORCE SUPPORT GROUP
A safe and compassionate space for those navigating the challenges of divorce.
Contact Gary for more info >
THE GRIEF RECOVERY METHOD® SUPPORT GROUP - 7 WEEK SESSION
This group, led by Beverly Raiford, is for anyone dealing with any type of loss (death, divorce, loss of career, loss of trust, loss of health, etc.). Recovery is Possible! Registration required. If interested, please register HERE.
Contact Beverly for more info >
(219) 765-5458
LOVE TO STAY
A class designed for married couples focusing on the topic of marriage and loving relationships.
Recovery Groups
Bridge To Shore AA
MONDAY–FRIDAY
7:00AM | Quad 2B&C
12:00PM | Quad 2B&C
TUESDAY, THURSDAY
7:30PM | Quad 2B&C (Beginners)
SATURDAY
10:30AM | Quad 2B&C (Men)
10:30AM | Quad 3 A/B/C (Beginners)
SUNDAY
5:00PM | Quad Center Deck hotdog cookout
5:45PM | Quad 2B&C
Contact: Coleen (512) 784-3708
Bridge TO SHORE AL ANON
SUNDAY
5:45PM | Quad 1A
Contact: Jodi W. (512) 698-2440
SEXAHOLICS ANONYMOUS (SA)
THURSDAY
7PM-8:10PM | Building 5 Room 5B
Contact: Joe G. (408) 858-8056
Gambler’s Anonymous
THURSDAY
7:30PM | Quad 2A
SATURDAY
10:30AM | Quad 2A
Contact: John (512) 694-9256
Funerals & Remembering Your Loved Ones
At Riverbend, we offer a sacred and peaceful space to honor and remember loved ones. Whether through a memorial service in the Smith Family Chapel or a quiet moment in our Remembrance Gardens, we are here to walk with you and your family through grief and remembrance.
Remembrance Gardens provide meaningful options for reflection, memorialization, or the placement of ashes. If you are interested in honoring your loved one’s legacy at Remembrance Gardens, please email our compassionate Gardens team, who will help you navigate your family’s options. Email Remembrance Gardens >
If you would like more info on hosting a service or an intimate gathering on our campus or in our Smith Family Chapel, please email our Care Pastor, Mark. Email Mark >