About our Pastors
Pastors Braden & Tara Levi Spiker
Embark on a transformative journey with Branden and Tara Levi Spiker, individuals driven by a fervent desire to ignite and elevate others within both the ministry and business realms. Their unwavering passion is to empower, inspire, and lead individuals to unprecedented heights.
The dynamic duo, fueled by a fresh anointing, possesses a profound insight into the revelation of God's word, leaving an indelible mark on hearts globally. Evidently, Branden and Tara have been divinely raised to challenge the Body of Christ, urging them to transcend complacency and engage in the good fight of faith.
Extensively traversing the globe, Branden and Tara lend their impactful voices to conferences, leadership seminars, and revival meetings. Their exceptional gifting has garnered recognition from leaders not only within the nation but across the world.
Currently calling Salisbury, NC, home, Branden and Tara, alongside their two beautiful children, Isaac and Gracie, embody a commitment to enriching lives through their ministry and the embodiment of faith in action.
Mission Statement
We are a bridge…connecting the hearts of people to the heart of God.
Our church is founded on two fundamental beliefs. Firstly, we hold the conviction that God desires to transform your life. Secondly, we are firm in our belief that God intends to utilize your life to impact the world in a powerful way. Since our establishment, we have borne witness to the remarkable transformation, healing, and renewal of lives through the goodness of God. Our ultimate goal is to empower a multitude of individuals to embody the life, love, and grace exemplified by Jesus, thereby enabling them to effect transformative change in the world. We extend a warm invitation for you to join us at any of our physical location or online. Welcome to River City Church.
Objectives of River City Church
1. To emerge as a beacon of revival, embodying a transformative space where individuals worldwide encounter the divine touch of God, experiencing profound personal change and empowerment to embark on missions ripe with God's anointing.
2. To foster a diverse congregation, mirroring the rich tapestry of society across racial and socioeconomic spectrums, nurturing individuals to reach maturity in their Christian journey.
3. To ensure every service brims with three core elements: vibrant praise and worship, compelling preaching and teaching anointed by the Holy Spirit, and impactful displays of divine power.
4. To witness the lost, the backslidden, and the uncertain find resolute assurance in their salvation journey.
5. To shatter the confines of religious convention and traditional paradigms.
6.To embrace complete reliance on the Holy Spirit, seeking His divine guidance as we navigate deeper into the currents of God's river.
What We Believe
About the Bible
The Bible is the infallible Word of God and the authority for salvation and Christian living. (See II Timothy 3:15-17.)
About God
There is one God, who has revealed Himself as Father; through His Son, in redemption; and as the Holy Spirit, by emanation. Jesus Christ is God manifested in flesh. He is both God and man. (See Deuteronomy 6:4; Ephesians 4:4-6; Colossians 2:9; I Timothy 3:16.)
Relationship With God
We believe that every believer should be in a growing relationship with Jesus by obeying God’s Word, yielding to the Holy Spirit and by being conformed to the image of Christ. See Philippians 3:12-13.
About Sin and Salvation
Everyone has sinned and needs salvation. Salvation comes by grace through faith based on the atoning sacrifice of Jesus Christ. (See Romans 3:23-25; 6:23; Ephesians 2:8-9.)
About the Gospel
The saving gospel is the good news that Jesus died for our sins, was buried, and rose again. We obey the gospel (II Thessalonians 1:8; I Peter 4:17) by repentance (death to sin), water baptism in the name of Jesus Christ (burial), and receiving the gift of the Holy Spirit (resurrection). (See I Corinthians 15:1-4; Acts 2:4, 37-39; Romans 6:3-4.)
About Christian Living
As Christians we are to love God and others. We should live a holy life inwardly and outwardly, and worship God joyfully. The supernatural gifts of the Spirit, including healing, are for the church today. (See Mark 12:28-31; II Corinthians 7:1; Hebrews 12:14; I Corinthians 12:8-10.)