This past year, ILC Riverside marked a momentous milestone—our 5th Anniversary—and we are filled with gratitude for all the incredible things God has done in our midst. His faithfulness continues to astound us as we witness the miracles, growth, and life-changing conversions that His Spirit and people have worked together to bring about.

As we reflect on the past year, here are just a few key metrics that highlight God’s work in and through our church:

• 30 have been baptized in Jesus’ Name
• 40 have received the Holy Ghost
• 21 miracles were reported
• 188 visitors walked through our doors, many encountering real love for the first time
• Our highest attendance was 142 on May 19th, followed by 121 on December 15th
• We’ve seen an average Sunday attendance of 86—a remarkable increase of 17+ from 2023
• Our average Tuesday attendance grew to 63, up by 9+ from last year
• We’ve raised over $39k for our Building Fund, bringing the total to $120k
• 101 was our peak for Bible study students and continue to hover in the 80-100 range
• Just over 20 individuals read through the Bible, many for the first time ever

These numbers, while impressive, are just a small part of the story. There’s so much more happening behind the scenes—spiritual growth, deeper discipleship, and personal transformations that can’t be measured in statistics but are evident in the lives being changed. It’s clear that God is advancing His Kingdom in Riverside, and we are thrilled to be part of it.

As we step into 2025, we are already seeing God move in powerful ways. In the first two weeks of January alone, we’ve witnessed 4 water baptisms, 2 more filled with the Holy Ghost, additional miracles reported, and new Bible studies beginning. People are continuing to step up, volunteer, and take ownership of their church, further strengthening the core of our congregation.

The power and presence of God have been tangible in our services, and we are filled with great anticipation for what’s ahead. We believe that the best is yet to come, and as we move forward into this new year, we’re expecting even greater things as we continue to walk in His will and purpose.

Thank you for being part of this incredible journey. We value your prayers, support, and referrals for contacts living in the Riverside area. God is truly doing something extraordinary, and we are working in His Kingdom together!