Kevin accepted the position of Lead Pastor in July of 2007. Prior to coming to River of Life, he served as Youth Pastor & Associate Pastor at First Assembly of God in Minot, ND for a total of 14 years.
Pastor Kevin graduated from Minot State University with a degree in Elementary Education and was employed by Minot Public Schools as a 6th grade teacher prior to becoming a Youth Pastor. He also attended North Central Bible College in Minneapolis, MN where he received a One Year Bible Certificate.
Pastor Kevin and Monica have 3 children- Nicole, Marc, & Kerstyn and one granddaughter, Serenity.
Marc was raised right here in Devils Lake and grew up attending River of Life. After graduating highschool, he attended Trinity Bible College and Graduate School and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies and Worship Ministry and a Master of Arts in Global Theology.
He served as a Bible and Music Arts teacher at Trinity Christian School in Williston for 2 years, has experience as a substitute teacher, and has been heavily involved in youth camps, youth conventions, worship leading, and working with students as a youth leader in Ellendale, ND. Marc loves to travel and has been on serveral missions trips both in and outside the country.
Sonja has been a part of River of Life since 2018, and in 2025 joined our team as the Kids Min Director. Having experienced a strong call to minister to children, Sonja attended several college-level programs before completing her Elementary Education and Biblical Studies courses through VCU and Trinity Bible College.
Sonja is married to Seth, and have two energetic girls, Ellie (5) and Emmi (2) who keep them on their toes and bring fresh life and joy to both our church and staff meetings.
Monicas has served in a variety of roles at River of Life since moving to Devils Lake in 2007. She has offered her expertise in Kids Min, Worship, Hospitality, and most recently as our Office Manager.
Monica attended Trinity Bible College where she receieved a One Year Bible Certificate before moving back to her hometown of Minot, where she met Pastor Kevin.
Monica and Pastor Kevin have been married since 1992 and continue to have their hearts and home open to the people of River of Life.
Our board consists of elected individuals from the members of River of Life who are qualified as stipulated in our Constitution and Bylaws.
Current Board Members:
- Larry Becker
- James Lang
- Kevin Osborne
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