Together, Ken & Mavis Lawrence planted the River of Life and have pastored here for over ten years.

Prior to this, they served on the pastoral staff of Bethel Christian Church (A/G), Bristol, CT, and traveled widely in a ministry of encouragement and renewal. They have also served in Connecticut, Illinois, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Florida during their 48 years of public ministry.

Ken’s international travel has involved him in short term mission trips to nearly 20 countries. Much of this ministry, both internationally and nationally, has included ministering to pastors and leaders. His public ministry often challenges people to a greater vision of what the Spirit is doing throughout the earth. Righteousness, peace, and joy, found in reality only through the grace and mercy of the Lord, is central to his message.

He is a native of Prophetstown, IL and was trained at Aurora University and Berkshire Christian College. He and his wife, Mavis, who is an integral part of the ministry, have  raised four children and have 12 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.