Our story. Our beliefs.
About Us
Love God. Love People.
It all comes down to loving God and loving people. If we can do that well, everything else will fall into place.
We have a place for you and your family
- A church where you can begin your personal spiritual journey.
- A safe space for your children to learn Christian principles.
- A community where your family can grow together with other families.
Trusting God like any relationship takes time and effort. We believe that through worship, Small Groups and Classes, Serve Teams, and prayer you will learn how to trust God and gain the spiritual tools to put your faith into action.
Our Mission
Riverside Church, based in Three Rivers, Michigan, is a non-denominational evangelical church with a mission to help individuals know God, get connected, discover their purpose, and make a difference.
Our Vision
To be a multi-cultural, multi-generational life-giving church that ministers to the whole family and welcomes people of all backgrounds.
Meet Our Pastors
Pastor Paul & Bonnie Booko
Co-Senior Pastors
Pastor Paul and Bonnie Booko have faithfully led Riverside Church with passion, creativity, and unwavering love for people. Paul, the son of founding pastor John Booko, Sr., grew up in this house and served in nearly every ministry role—Worship, Student, Teaching, and Associate Pastor—before stepping into the role of Lead Pastor. Alongside Bonnie, they have spent the last 40 years reaching the lost, equipping believers, and building a vibrant church that points people vertically to God by any means possible. Their heart for the community and commitment to the gospel continue to shape everything we do.
Pastor Erick & Chanel Penn
Co-Senior Pastors
Erick and Chanel Penn are the next generation of leadership at Riverside Church—and they carry the heart, the history, and the vision of our house. Having grown up at Riverside, they were deeply formed through our children’s, youth, and young adult ministries. Over the next year, they will step fully into the role of Senior Pastors, continuing the legacy with fresh vision, deep roots, and unstoppable faith. They love this church and are passionate about reaching more people for Christ while honoring the incredible foundation laid before them. This is a beautiful season of co-leading as we pass the torch with great joy and great expectation.
We would love to see you in church!
Plan your visit to a worship experience to see and learn all Riverside Church has to offer you and your family.