Redemption Riders Motorcycle Ministry - A Frontline Ministry - Established Spring 2001
The Redemption Riders Motorcycle Ministry was established in March of
2001 with nine guys getting together for that very first ride. The picture
at the bottom of this page shows the beginning of the Redemption Riders
Motorcycle Ministry.
The early years were spent establishing a solid framework for the ministry. During this time we drafted a ministry handbook. It explains the purpose and objectives of the ministry, what we believe, what we are not, the principals involved in being a member, and the by-laws of our biker ministry. Our patch (colors) was designed by the initial members and is issued to all who are accepted into service.
Our current structure consists of local chapter boards with the following officer positions: President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer and Chaplain. The chapter boards oversee their local chapters. The ministry teams in place within each chapter are: Road Captains/Safety Officers, Spiritual/Discipleship, Social, and Outreach. Each team has specific duties to carry out which result in the excellence that glorifies our Heavenly Father while showing the love of Christ to all we meet.
The Ministry has three chapters, two in the state of Michigan and one in Vancouver, Washington. This year another NBD member was added for the purpose of new chapter formation and that member is working with a group of riders in Northern Michigan as they start a new chapter there. The membership continues to grow as does the ability to reach out to the people God has called us to touch. Our current membership status as of early 2011 is 127 members.
In addition to riding and witnessing, the Redemption Riders Motorcycle Ministry also travels to churches and youth groups. We speak about Jesus, and share our testimonies and ministry mission. Through these evangelism efforts, we show people that serving God can and should be an exciting, enjoyable thing to do. Redemption Riders Motorcycle Ministry also sponsors various benefit rides to raise money and awareness for Godly causes. To date, the efforts of this ministry have raised over $260,702.
We hold monthly chapter meetings all year long. We also meet once a month in a different member’s home for food, fellowship, and to minister to each other. During the winter months we have a men’s and women’s fellowship to strengthen each other's faith, to get ready to go into the harvest field the following spring. God continues to bless us with His mercies which are new every day. Come join us on one of the weekly rides to see and feel God's love. We have major fun. We are a non-profit 501C (3) organization that continues to use the money we are blessed with, to bless others who are in need. 2011 will no doubt be another year of God reaping a harvest as we sow the seed. Hop on your bike and join us this year, see how your life will change.
The early years were spent establishing a solid framework for the ministry. During this time we drafted a ministry handbook. It explains the purpose and objectives of the ministry, what we believe, what we are not, the principals involved in being a member, and the by-laws of our biker ministry. Our patch (colors) was designed by the initial members and is issued to all who are accepted into service.
Our current structure consists of local chapter boards with the following officer positions: President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer and Chaplain. The chapter boards oversee their local chapters. The ministry teams in place within each chapter are: Road Captains/Safety Officers, Spiritual/Discipleship, Social, and Outreach. Each team has specific duties to carry out which result in the excellence that glorifies our Heavenly Father while showing the love of Christ to all we meet.
The Ministry has three chapters, two in the state of Michigan and one in Vancouver, Washington. This year another NBD member was added for the purpose of new chapter formation and that member is working with a group of riders in Northern Michigan as they start a new chapter there. The membership continues to grow as does the ability to reach out to the people God has called us to touch. Our current membership status as of early 2011 is 127 members.
In addition to riding and witnessing, the Redemption Riders Motorcycle Ministry also travels to churches and youth groups. We speak about Jesus, and share our testimonies and ministry mission. Through these evangelism efforts, we show people that serving God can and should be an exciting, enjoyable thing to do. Redemption Riders Motorcycle Ministry also sponsors various benefit rides to raise money and awareness for Godly causes. To date, the efforts of this ministry have raised over $260,702.
We hold monthly chapter meetings all year long. We also meet once a month in a different member’s home for food, fellowship, and to minister to each other. During the winter months we have a men’s and women’s fellowship to strengthen each other's faith, to get ready to go into the harvest field the following spring. God continues to bless us with His mercies which are new every day. Come join us on one of the weekly rides to see and feel God's love. We have major fun. We are a non-profit 501C (3) organization that continues to use the money we are blessed with, to bless others who are in need. 2011 will no doubt be another year of God reaping a harvest as we sow the seed. Hop on your bike and join us this year, see how your life will change.
Harley James DeVlieger - Founder/NBD President - Redemption Riders Motorcycle Ministry