Riverside farm is ideally located along the Kafue River in Zambia. It has pursued a vision of evangelism and service within the African continent for many years. Working in partnership with the Zambian Union of Seventh-day Adventists, the Riverside team has helped to spread the gospel to many quarters of Zambia, as well as regions beyond its borders.
The Evangelism Training Seminar focuses on equipping laity to serve effectively in ministry and outreach. The four-month program combines class work, supervised practical work in local churches, and participation in an evangelistic series. Graduates from this program are doing evangelism in connection with established churches, serving as pioneers in unentered areas, and working as church pastors under the guidance of the different field offices.
The Christian Woman Seminar places its emphasis on the training of women to have a positive impact on the church and the society around them. Those who attend this program receive a training in tailoring, natural remedies, healthful cooking, and mother-child health care.
The Scientific Gardening Seminar divides the students' time between the classroom and the actual work of growing a variety of vegetables. By becoming acquainted with the diversity of plants and their deficiencies and diseases, students strengthen their ability to provide for their families in Zambia's rural setting.
Other Outreaches
Riverside operates three Bible schools, two in rural areas and one at Riverside.
Luyando and Lusyomo, Riverside satellites, work to reach people in remote and primitive villages Their staff is trained at Riverside and are willing to dedicate their lives to the work of the Lord.
The Riverside Clinic serves both the local community and the surrounding villages, offering eye care and under-five clinics.
Industries
Over 100 acres of bananas provide a steady, dependable income. A mill grinds wheat and maize into floor, the latter a major staple in Zambia. Vegetables are grown on over a 100 acres of Riverside's farm for export to England and other European countries.
Opportunities for expansion of Riverside's training programs has rapidly increased over the last several years because of their relevance in meeting the specific physical and spiritual needs of Africa. Your prayers are coveted as the staff continues to seek avenues of ministry to this vast continent.
