Who We Are

Get to Know

the River of Life Church Family

As you can see from the flags above, we are an international church family at River of Life. Currently we have over 30 different nationalities regularly attending our church. This is only possible through Jesus. "His death on the cross has ransomed people for God from every tribe and language and people and nation" (Revelation 5:9).

Get to Know

the River of Life Church Family

As you can see from the flags above, we are an international church family at River of Life. Currently we have over 30 different nationalities regularly attending our church. This is only possible through Jesus. "His death on the cross has ransomed people for God from every tribe and language and people and nation" (Revelation 5:9).

ALEX STEPHENSON
Pastor

Alex joined River of Life in 2022 as a pastoral resident and became interim pastor in July 2024. Originally from Northern Ireland, Alex earned his Bachelor of Divinity and Master of Theology degrees at the Irish Baptist College. He is married to Miri—a German native—and they both enjoy meeting new people from all around the world. To get in touch with Alex, please email him at alex@rol-frankfurt.com.

STEFAN WIRTHS
Elder

Stefan and his wife Mica were part of the core team that helped launch River of Life back in 2019/2020.
In the first three years and again since early 2024, Stefan has been faithfully serving as Elder, first alongside Sam Dyer and now continuing on with Alex Stephenson. Mica, leads the Connect Team, which is our welcome ministry at River of Life, and serves on the communion team.
Both Stefan and Mica enjoy welcoming new visitors and helping them feel at home and get plugged in at RoL, so if you see them on a Sunday, feel free to say hi!

KEVIN SCHMIDT
Deacon of Finance /Treasurer

Kevin and Érika have been a part of River of Life since before the church even had an official name. Kevin's business experience and Érika's creative eye have been a great help from the start. Érika assists with presentations and design, and Kevin serves as the church treasurer and occasionally plays the drums on Sunday mornings.

CAMRYN FAULKNER
Admin Assistant

As a missionary kid, Camryn grew up in Naples, Italy. She started as an intern at River of Life in the fall of 2023 before becoming the administrative assistant in July 2024. In her free time, Camryn enjoys baking sweet treats and connecting with friends over a good cup of coffee. If you have any questions regarding the church or its ministries, please connect with Camryn at hello@rol-frankfurt.com.