First certificate
Certificate of Leadership
Study biblical concepts and leadership, with a practicum in local church ministry.
Certificate detailsRiver City School of Leadership
Biblical education and practical leadership development, rooted in the local church.
Biblical study. Church leaders. Further education.
Jonathan Cain · River City graduate
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Hey, good morning. I'm John Cain, campus pastor here at Hope Point Church. And I'm excited to talk to you about River City. I've gone through the two-year program that we offer here, and as a pastor it's been invaluable on what it's done for my preaching, my counseling, and just really the way that I pastor people.
I've grown up in the church, been around many great pastors and great leaders, but this is a perfect balance of the academic, the theology, but also the application on how to actually use all these things to help the people that you're pastoring. And we've made it very easy. It's easy, it's convenient, classes online, and I love this design for anybody.
You could be a working full-time dad, or a stay-at-home mom, or someone that's already in ministry, and the schedule works for you, it makes it possible for you to study, to grow in the Word, to grow in how to apply these truths to everyday life.
And I just think it's an amazing program that's taught by people that have pastoral experience, educational qualifications to teach this. And I believe that this is a great way to help the people that are in your church, the pastors that are on your team, your leaders in a way that is affordable, cost-effective, and easy to do.
River City has been a game-changer for me personally. I cannot recommend it enough.
Programs and certificates

First certificate
Study biblical concepts and leadership, with a practicum in local church ministry.
Certificate detailsContinue your study
Continue your biblical study and ministry practice through the advanced certificate.
Certificate detailsWhat makes River City different
01 / LOCAL CHURCH
Put biblical learning into practice through ministry, mentoring, and service in your home church.
Explore ministry practice02 / LEADERSHIP
Study with experienced pastors and ministry practitioners who connect biblical foundations with the work of leading people.
Meet the faculty03 / FURTHER STUDY
Explore how eligible River City coursework may support further study through the Southeastern University pathway.
Understand the pathwayCredit transfer and eligibility depend on the receiving institution’s requirements.
A graduate’s experience
Enrolling in courses at River City was a pivotal decision in my life.
I truly discovered my leadership style
Taking classes at River City School of Leadership has been exactly what I needed in this season of my life.
The leadership classes have changed so much of how I relate to people in my personal life.
I’ve developed a solid biblical worldview that shapes my perspectives and decisions.
River City has impacted my life by helping me have a better view on my everyday life.
For churches
Come alongside River City to develop the leaders already within your congregation. Explore biblical education, mentoring, and practical ministry training that supports your pastor’s vision.
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