KYMBER MABE
Children's Ministry Director
Hi, I'm Kymber Mabe. I'm a wife, a mother of 4, and most importantly, a follower of Jesus Christ. I'm passionate about teaching all the sweet kids about who God is, His love, and our purpose in this world as children of God.
"Children are a gift from the Lord; they are a reward from Him." -Psalm 127:3
"Children are a gift from the Lord; they are a reward from Him." -Psalm 127:3
PATRICK & LEXIE RUDDY
Youth Ministry Team
Patrick and Lexie Ruddy are the Youth Student Ministry leaders at River Hills. Though originally from different states, they met at River Hills in 2010 and have been active members ever since. They have been called to minister to teenagers since 2013 and officially became ministry leaders in 2022.
Patrick and Lexie have a deep passion for God and a heartfelt commitment to sharing His Gospel with young people. They strive to forge lifelong bonds and disciple those who seek to grow in their walk with Jesus Christ.
"Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity." 1 Timothy 4:12
Patrick and Lexie have a deep passion for God and a heartfelt commitment to sharing His Gospel with young people. They strive to forge lifelong bonds and disciple those who seek to grow in their walk with Jesus Christ.
"Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity." 1 Timothy 4:12
MOLLY PLATT
Worship Leader
Molly, originally from Palmer, Alaska, has been an active member of River Hills for over 10 years. She is the wife of Jonathan Platt and the mother of two boys. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music Education from Berea College in Berea, Kentucky. Molly loves to knit and garden and is known for her spontaneous outbursts of song.
"Oh come, let us sing to the LORD; let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation!
Let us come into his presence with thanksgiving; let us make a joyful noise to him with songs of praise!" Psalm 95:1-2
"Oh come, let us sing to the LORD; let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation!
Let us come into his presence with thanksgiving; let us make a joyful noise to him with songs of praise!" Psalm 95:1-2
JONATHAN PLATT
Administrator
Jon is from the coal-mining town of Grundy, Virginia. He is married to Molly Platt, and they have two sons, Ethan and Elijah. Jon earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Berea College and spent 18 years as an executive with the Boy Scouts of America before joining the staff at River Hills.
"My beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain." 1 Corinthians 15:58
"My beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain." 1 Corinthians 15:58
Chad Stratton
Media ministry Director
Chad Stratton joined River Hills in 2012, growing up in the children's ministry program and the church's youth ministry. Finding a passion in film and media broadcast, Chad obtains a bachelors degree in Digital Media from the School of Communication at North Greenville University in Tigerville, South Carolina. Chad then returns to join the staff of River Hills.
"Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect." Romans 12:2
"Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect." Romans 12:2