previous   1 | 2 | 3 | 4        Grading for the concrete slabs in the new sanctuary is a dirty job. Here Terry Goad and Shawn Evans work on the foundation.       Singing on the street is Dale, Darrin, Chuck and Doug Spencer.       Preaching on the street is Trenton Metheny being interpreted by Angel Meza       Framing atop an exterior wall is Jon Casey supported by a platform lift.       Status Report This picture was taken from the corner of Marks & Mt. Whitney looking Southeast on July 15th.       The Cross which will grace the highest peak was nearly completed at Work Night 7-15.       Is Bro. Jim "Okie" Davis doing research for his next song? Thanks to whoever turned the camera around for this picture at the Bus Ministry Rodeo Saturday the 15th.       The Dusty Trail was busy all morning, Saturday, the 15th. 5 horses were kept busy at the arena providing rides for children, many for the first time.       Rope and Ride A greenhorn gets some practice on the barrel horse.       Men work in trades of framing, grading, and steel construction at work night July 13th.       Welder Dick Austrum welds the cross which will stand atop the new sactuary.       50 Men worked together on Saturday July 1st. Concrete, finish carpentry, dust control, building forms, were among the many tasks accomplished.       40 Feet High workers set metal and tighten bolts as more concrete is poured below. These concrete trucks are waiting in the future sanctuary seating area.       Iwo Jima reenactment is portrayed during the finale of the Patriotic Celebration in Riverdale.       The Torch Is Passed George Washington (Kevin Whited) symbolically passes the torch to Abraham Lincoln (Russell Snell) during the finale of the Patriotic Celebration in Riverdale.       Marching Home Ron Cooper, Darrin Spencer, Ryan Snell, Ken McMillan, and Billy Wilhite portray soldiers in the opening parade at the Patriotic Celebration in Avenal.       Foundation of the front brick structure is ready for metal rebar to be set and concrete poured.       Tools of the Trade Kevin Whited marks out more footing for the sanctuary foundation.       Concrete finishers Michael McMillan (left) and Richard Salvadori trowel the first of the concrete floors of the new sanctuary, Saturday June 24th. Over 60 men efforted as temperatures soared well above 100 degrees F.       Preparation Time at Family Camp, right before evening service, is a chance to get involved in ministry. Leah Fox plays "Jesus Loves Me" on the violin.       Fiesta was the theme at Family Camp. Raisin City A/G Lay Pastor Mel Casey Jr. shows off his sombrero in the hat competiton.       Family Camp 2006 at Bethel in the Hills campground was blessed by the ministry of Pastor Keith Powers who preached evening services.       RCA Graduates Bottom row left to right: Tonya Casey, Rashawna Snell, Ji-Hye Park, Erica Cooper, Jennifer Goad, Jacob Quesada. Top row: Joel Alvarado, Ambria Davis, Derek Spencer, Kyle Tompkins.       Farewell Jacob Quesada, Derek Spencer, Davina Whited, Erica Cooper, and Ambria Davis discuss school days past with former principal Sis. Wilma Spencer and High School teacher Teri Spencer.       I Pledge Allegiance RCA graduates say familiar words for the last time as students.       Riverdale Christian Academy Graduation Derek Spencer gives his graduation testimony on May 26th at the Riverdale High Auditorium.       New Sanctuary! The project is well under way. This picture shows the roof structure now being constructed.       Yeeeaaah! RCA student hit the waves with the bumper boats at Blackbeard's Family Fun Center on an honor roll trip.       Off to the Races High School Junior, Lee Lantis, waves to the cheering crowds at Riverdale Christian Academy's honor roll trip to Blackbeards Family Fun Center.       Changing the Skyline Small town life is compelling to many because of the stability of the unchanging lay of the land. If you are from a small town, you may be away for years and return to find the familiar...(more)                 NEW BUILDING GOING UP! In 1983, with attendance approaching 200 and a sanctuary that was built to seat 175, the Riverdale congregation unanimously agreed to purchase the adjacent.. (more)                 Dig, Dig a Little Deeper. Explore General Inc. starts on underground utilities for new sanctuary and caretakers house. (enlarge)                 Valentines Banquet An old tradition was revived at Riverdale Assembly of God with the return of the Sweetheart Banquet. (enlarge)                 Rev. Charles and Sis. Wilma Spencer enjoy the delicious treats at the fondue fountain at the Sweetheart Banquet on Valentines. (enlarge)