ABOUT US

 Welcome!


We welcome you to the internet ministry of Riverland Baptist Church. We are delighted that you would visit with us! We praise the Lord that He continues to work and bless in our church. It has been our privilege to be in Dunnellon since 1984. We have seen our church grow and our ministries increase beyond imagination. At Riverland, you will find an atmosphere that will help you grow in the Lord, strong Bible convictions, opportunities to serve the Lord, and a place to call home. 

RBC is a Bible-believing, Bible-practicing independent Baptist congregation, completely separate and unaffiliated with organized Baptist groups and denominations.

We still believe the fundamentals of the Christian faith as stated in the Bible. Our sole purpose is to make ready a people prepared for the Lord through soul-winning and discipleship.

What We Believe

What should I expect?


Our goal at Riverland is to make you feel not only welcome, but wanted! When you arrive you should be greeted by warm and friendly people. If you arrive in time for Sunday School and aren't sure where to go, please feel free to ask anyone. They would be happy to escort you to your destination. 

Is there a nursery?


Yes, we do have a nursery! For more information on our nursery and children's ministries please click here.

If you prefer to keep your child with you, that's okay too! We have cry room located in the back of the auditorium for your convenience.

How do I get involved?


At Riverland, we have many ministries, groups and volunteer opportunities for every age and need. Please feel free to ask any of our ministry leaders and they will be happy to get you started. You can also fill out one of our Communication Cards in the service or here to have someone contact you directly.

Meet Our Pastor


Pastor Rex Carringer was born in Georgia but was raised here in Florida. He trusted Christ as his Savior at the age of 19. He attended Bob Jones University in Greenville, South Carolina and was then led to Starlight Baptist Church in Winter Springs, Florida. There, he met and married Ms. Christy Riggs, daughter of Pastor Glenn Riggs, of Starlight Baptist Church. He answered the call to preach at the age of 21. He then attended Landmark Baptist College in Haines City, FL where he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Bible.

Pastor Rex pastored his first church at the age of 24 in Apopka, Florida. He became the pastor of Riverland in November of 1997 when the Lord called him and his family to Dunnellon. He and his wife just recently celebrated 26 years here. The church is continuing to grow, and many are being saved and baptized under the preaching of God's Word. He and his wife have four children: Nicole, Keith, Kurt, and Luke; three daughters-in-law, a son-in-law, and soon to be fourteen grandchildren.


Pastor's Family

Top Row: Keith, Bethany and Ashton Carringer; Pastor and Mrs. Christy; Kurt, Rylee, Ellie and Natalie Carringer;

Bottom Row: Nate, Nicole, Maverick, Shaylee and Taryn Pitts; Luke and Olivia Carringer


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