Riverside Faith Temple School of Ministry

The Lord requires his children to be well trained, compassionate and fully empowered in His Spirit and the knowledge of His Word.  We hope you will join us each week as we grow through all stages of ministry to a “complete man” in Christ.  God’s Word says we are all priests in His kingdom, bearing a responsibility for good works and soul winning.  Our classes will prepare you for a successful, Spirit filled life and help you to discover just what God has called you to.

What is an Evangelist who has no message; or a Pastor with no love?  How effective is an Apostle without vision or a Prophet whose scriptural foundation is flawed?  Of what use is a Teacher who has not been taught?  GOD’S VISION for Faith Temple is that of a school of ministry to prepare all the five-fold sons and daughters before He sends them out into the highways and byways.  Line upon line and precept upon precept, we are striving to build a glorious foundation for him to build upon.

Your Riverside Faith Temple

School of Ministry Leadership

Sylvia Moore,

Director, Christian Education

Vision & Purpose

Riverside Faith Temple was created to be a school of ministry.  Our Apostle Joseph & Pastor Beatrice Sims’ vision was to create well trained, godly ministers in each of the 5-fold ministries.

Balanced Teaching

They believed each and every saint should have a balanced education in all the spiritual disciplines.  Their purpose has been to teach humility, love and service, alongside prophecy, preaching and teaching.  “That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works.” 2 Timothy 3:17

Hands On Training

No education will endure if it remains unused.  Apostle Paul spoke about this when he wrote to the church at Corinth that they were carnal babes, not spiritual.  He told them he couldn’t teach them spiritual things before and still couldn’t.  That church failed to apply the lessons they had learned.  In our School of Ministry you are expected to use the lessons you learn.

What We Believe And Preach

We believe in a Triune God manifest in the persons of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.

We believe that Jesus is true God and true man.

We believe that the Holy Spirit is a divine person.

We believe that all scriptures are given by the inspiration of God.

We believe that all have sinned and come short of the glory of God and are in need of salvation.

We believe that salvation has been provided through Jesus Christ for all men.

We believe it is the will of God that every believer be filled with the Holy Spirit.

We believe that healing is provided in the redemptive work of Christ and is available to every believer.

We believe there shall be a bodily resurrection of the just and the unjust.

We believe in the personal, visible, imminent return of Jesus Christ.

We believe in water baptism and observance of the Lord’s Supper.

Membership

If you would like to become a member of Riverside Faith Temple you may contact the office at (951)788-0170 so we may make arrangements.

After you have joined RFT we offer a New Member class that is available to you each Sunday evening at 6 p.m. . This class provide new members with biblical and foundational information about this church.

We as a church, feel it is important as a body ministry for talents and gifts to be used through the ministry. After you have finished the new member class we have provided School of Ministry classes to prepare you and develop your talents and gifts for further ministry. These are all certified classes and you will receive certificates at the completion of each class. There is an application fee of $5.00 and a $5.00 tuition fee for each class.

Church membership does not save an individual, but it is a means where God may bless you through support and caring of brethren, sisters, mothers, fathers.

Non-Members

Our classes are open to members of other ministries.  There is an application fee of $10.00 and a tuition fee of $25.00 for each class.

Church Office Hours

Tuesday-Friday, From 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Offices are closed on following Holidays:

New Years week, Martin Luther King’s Birthday, Memorial day, Independence day, Labor day, Thanksgiving day, Christmas week.

If you need additional information please call the office at 951-788-0170.

Faith Temple is a prayer ministry and our prayer tower is open to members 24 hours a day.  Members may get the door code from their tribe leader.

Summer Hours

July 15 - September 15

Tuesday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Prayer Tower is open during services and office hours ONLY!

Schedule of Services

Sunday

9:00 a.m.    Morning Prayer

9:30 a.m.    Men's Class

10:45 a.m.    Morning Service

6:00 p.m.    School Of Ministry

Tuesday

7:30 p.m.    Bible Study

Friday

11:00 a.m. Pastor Bea's Bible Study

For Additional Services and/or Events, Please refer to the Church Bulletin.

Counseling

Counseling is available by scheduled appointment only. Please call the church office for an appointment with the pastoral staff at (951) 788-0170.

Course Descriptions

(Courses may change from semester to semester.  Please contact the church two weeks prior to each semester to hear the latest classes.)

Sunday Morning

Men’s Class

We’ve come a long way from the day when two loving parents were the norm.  What hasn’t changed though, is God’s command that we, as men, rule our homes well.  Regardless of how much we received at home or how little, our responsibilities in Christ remain the same.  This class addresses those responsibilities with powerful, Biblically based teaching and strong male fellowship.  It’s a fun but serious look at our position in Christ.  Come and be blessed.

Sunday Evening

New Members

This class will help you understand what is expected of you, as a member of Riverside Faith Temple church.  If we understand and accept the rules of conduct, we will be an encouragement to one another and not a stumbling block.

Fundamental Foundation

Every building needs a strong foundation.  The most impressive buildings will collapse without it.  This class will prepare you for all of life’s trials and tribulations that you might be a man or woman of great spiritual and moral strength. 

Discipleship I

There are important attitudes and outlooks one must have to succeed in Christ.  A disciple is more than merely ‘born again,’ but bears a responsibility of service to his Lord.  You will learn the value of obedience and dedication to God as well as the joys of service to Him.  You will also learn to recognize the tricks of our great enemy and those who serve him.

Discipleship II

In this class, we learn of our responsibilities toward the local church and of that church’s responsibility to the local community.  Our stewardship requires that we repay some of the grace God has bestowed upon us by offering that grace toward others.  We must remember from where He has brought us and assist those less fortunate to obtain His grace for themselves.

Discipleship III

“Taking off the Mask”  Facing God and man honestly without falsehood.  Recreating yourself through the Word of God as a complete individual, submitted to His Word both in thought and deed.

Ministry Training

What are my gifts and talents?  Where do I fit in?  How do I find what God has for me to do?

Prophets

The ministry of a prophet.  This class will enable you to function as a prophet of God.  No gift is more needed in today’s world, and it may be that no gift has been more abused.  In this class you will learn to accurately hear and relay the Word that God has placed within you.  A prophet must be of unimpeachable character and integrity.  To speak for God they must hear His voice clearly, speaking a sure word, uncolored by the cares of life.

Five-fold Ministry Program courses are coming soon.  Our goal is to fully prepare our students to function in all areas of ministry.

Class Calendar

Sign ups for the Fall Semester begins on August 29, 2010.

2010 Class Schedule: 

Fall Semester Begins September 12, 2010. 

 

Class Information & Rules:

·       Each class has 13 lessons.

·      Classes are certificated but not accredited by the State of California.

·      Classes begin at 6:00 p.m. and end at 7:30 p.m.

·      After 6:20 p.m. you are marked absent.

·      After 3 absences you are DROPPED from the class.  (NO EXCEPTIONS)

·      You have 2 weeks to purchase your School of Ministry class materials.

Miscellaneous fees:

·      Registration Fee $5.00

·      School of Ministry Notebook $5.00  

·      Non Members Annual Registration Fee $10.00

·      Non-Members Per Class Fee $25.00

Fines:

·               Returned Check fee $25.00

·               Late registration fee: $5.00

·               Late Test fee: $10.00  

ALL PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE!