Bringing Hope and Healing to Our Community

Join us in making a difference through faith, compassion, and community support programs.

About Refreshing Development Center

Dedicated to serving our community through faith, compassion, and transformative programs that foster hope, healing, and spiritual growth for individuals and families in need.

A group of people are standing in line outdoors, receiving food from large pots. Several individuals are holding plates filled with rice while others are serving a yellow curry-like dish. The setting appears to be a casual gathering in a field with trees and buildings in the background.
A group of people are standing in line outdoors, receiving food from large pots. Several individuals are holding plates filled with rice while others are serving a yellow curry-like dish. The setting appears to be a casual gathering in a field with trees and buildings in the background.

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Our Services

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A blue tote bag with the words 'WE CARE' and 'RIVERCITY CHURCH' printed on it, filled with various items including snacks. The bag is placed on a black surface in an outdoor event setting. In the background, there are open tents with people sitting on the grass, enjoying the sunny weather.
A blue tote bag with the words 'WE CARE' and 'RIVERCITY CHURCH' printed on it, filled with various items including snacks. The bag is placed on a black surface in an outdoor event setting. In the background, there are open tents with people sitting on the grass, enjoying the sunny weather.
Homeless Feeding Program

Providing meals and support to those in need.

Prison Ministry

Offering hope and guidance to incarcerated individuals and their families.

Marriage Support Groups

Helping couples strengthen their relationships through faith-based discussions and activities.

Community Impact

Explore our programs, events, and volunteer opportunities for support.

A person sitting on the ground, covered with a blanket, holding a cup and wearing warm clothes, receives a piece of bread from a passerby who is bending down. The background consists of a wrought-iron fence, snow-covered ground, and a stone wall. A sign with words is placed in front of the seated individual.
A person sitting on the ground, covered with a blanket, holding a cup and wearing warm clothes, receives a piece of bread from a passerby who is bending down. The background consists of a wrought-iron fence, snow-covered ground, and a stone wall. A sign with words is placed in front of the seated individual.
A group of children and a few adults are gathered outdoors, with some children holding food containers. They appear to be waiting in line or engaging in a communal activity. The setting looks informal, possibly in a rural or community space.
A group of children and a few adults are gathered outdoors, with some children holding food containers. They appear to be waiting in line or engaging in a communal activity. The setting looks informal, possibly in a rural or community space.
A black and white street scene featuring a police officer on a bicycle interacting with a man sitting on the sidewalk holding a cardboard sign that reads 'HOMELESS ANYTHING HELPS Please Thank You'. Other pedestrians are visible walking past in the background, and the setting appears to be urban with storefronts and a window display.
A black and white street scene featuring a police officer on a bicycle interacting with a man sitting on the sidewalk holding a cardboard sign that reads 'HOMELESS ANYTHING HELPS Please Thank You'. Other pedestrians are visible walking past in the background, and the setting appears to be urban with storefronts and a window display.
Two people are outdoors, potentially involved in a cleanup or meal distribution activity. They are surrounded by cups and bags on a surface. One person is wearing a red bandana and gloves. Trees and a clear sky form the background.
Two people are outdoors, potentially involved in a cleanup or meal distribution activity. They are surrounded by cups and bags on a surface. One person is wearing a red bandana and gloves. Trees and a clear sky form the background.
A black plastic bin is placed on a table with a yellow sign that reads 'Thank you for your generous donation.' In front of it, a large wooden sign with red lettering announces a 'Drive-By Food Drive' with hearts on either side. The setup is outdoors on a grassy area with a sidewalk and part of a residential driveway visible.
A black plastic bin is placed on a table with a yellow sign that reads 'Thank you for your generous donation.' In front of it, a large wooden sign with red lettering announces a 'Drive-By Food Drive' with hearts on either side. The setup is outdoors on a grassy area with a sidewalk and part of a residential driveway visible.
A mural on a yellow brick wall depicts a person wearing a beanie and backpack holding a phone, standing beside a homeless man sitting on the ground. The homeless man holds a sign that reads 'Sharing is Caring'. The wall also features graffiti and has a clear, blue sky above it.
A mural on a yellow brick wall depicts a person wearing a beanie and backpack holding a phone, standing beside a homeless man sitting on the ground. The homeless man holds a sign that reads 'Sharing is Caring'. The wall also features graffiti and has a clear, blue sky above it.

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A street scene featuring several people gathered around a man serving hot food from large pots. The setting appears to be a narrow alley with traditional style buildings. Some people are eating while others look on. A motorcycle is visible in the background approaching the scene.
A street scene featuring several people gathered around a man serving hot food from large pots. The setting appears to be a narrow alley with traditional style buildings. Some people are eating while others look on. A motorcycle is visible in the background approaching the scene.