The People Behind This Church.

Meet the Leadership Team

Meet the pastors and directors who lead Riverwood Chapel toward Jesus and toward you.

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People You Can Actually Talk To

 Accessible Leadership

Riverwood Chapel in Kent, Ohio believes that pastors and church leaders should be approachable. The leadership structure here is flat by design. The people on this page are available to you.

This team leads with transparency, adapts as God directs, and extends trust to the people around them. Whether you need prayer, guidance through a hard season, or want to talk through questions about Jesus and faith, someone on this team will respond.

The Pastors Who Lead This Community

Leadership Team

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    Cole Tawney

    LEAD PASTOR

    Cole has served as Lead Pastor of Riverwood Chapel for 12 years and has been part of this team for over 23 years. His understated style shapes the culture of the entire church. Riverwood has grown from three Sunday services to four under his leadership while keeping the personal feel that defines this community.

    Email: cole.tawney@riverwoodchapel.org

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    Tom Chamberlin

    EXECUTIVE PASTOR

    Tom serves as our Pastor of Ministries.

    Email:tom.chamberlin@riverwoodchapel.org

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    Jarrod WIlliams

    CARE & OUTREACH PASTOR

    Email: jarrod.williams@riverwoodchapel.org

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    Josh Miller

    DISCIPLESHIP PASTOR

    Josh leads kids and middle school ministries at Riverwood Chapel. His team creates age-specific environments where the next generation can learn about Jesus and grow in faith from birth through middle school.

    Email: josh.miller@riverwoodchapel.org

Leading Across Every Area

Ministry Leaders

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    Jim Bossler

    DIRECTOR WORSHIP & MISSIONS

    Jim leads all worship and missions ministries at Riverwood. From the Sunday morning worship experience to global mission partnerships, his work keeps the church singing and sending.

    Email: jim.bossler@riverwoodchapel.org

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    Cindy Bowser

    DIRECTOR OF STEWARDSHIP AND FACILITIES

    Cindy oversees stewardship and the physical campus of Riverwood Chapel. Her work ensures the building and finances support the mission every day of the week.

    Email: cindy.bowser@riverwoodchapel.org

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    AJ Coy

    DIRECTORS OF MIDDLE SCHOOL MINISTRY

    AJ leads all middle school ministries at Riverwood Chapel. From Wednesday nights in the gym to Sunday mornings, his team creates space for 5th through 8th graders to build friendships and grow in their faith in Jesus.

    Email: aj.coy@riverwoodchapel.org

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    Josiah Keating

    DIRECTOR OF HIGH SCHOOL MINISTRY

    Josiah leads Riverwood's high school ministry. He builds community for students through Sunday morning and evening gatherings rooted in Scripture and real relationships.

    Email: josiah.keating@riverwoodchapel.org

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    Sarah Cord

    ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF ADULT DISCIPLESHIP

    Sarah leads women's ministries at Riverwood Chapel. Her work creates environments where women can study Scripture together, build honest friendships, and grow in their relationship with Jesus.

    Email:sarah.cord@riverwoodchapel.org

The People Behind the Scenes

Support Team

The staff below keep Riverwood Chapel running day to day. From coordinating kids ministry volunteers to maintaining the building, every role serves the mission of knowing Jesus and making Him known.

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You do not need an appointment or a reason to contact the Riverwood team. If you have a question, need prayer, or want to talk through where Jesus is meeting you right now, send a message.

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