"All of us are looking for identity, for a place to belong," shares River Valley Worship leader Ryan Williams. "For those who are followers of Christ we realize that our purpose, our meaning, our place is at the foot of the cross of Jesus. The Cross is the central Image and symbol of Christianity but to us it’s much more than just an emblem of faith. Calvary’s cross is the answer for mankind’s deepest infirmity’s. The song 'Calvary’s Shadow' urges us to look in the right direction. With bread and cup in hand, we remember what Jesus has done and then with holy abandon we take our place at the foot of the precious cross of Christ."

In support of the new song, River Valley Worship has also released the official lyric video. Click the image below to watch the video.

River Valley Worship is a collection of artists, musicians and songwriters who are an extension of the vibrant creative culture within River Valley Church. With campuses spread across the greater Minneapolis, MN area as well as an international campus in Swaziland, Africa, River Valley Worship is making a global impact. Their debut album, Million Lifetimes, releases March 2 and is available for pre-order now.

River Valley Church began in 1995 in Minnesota and has grown as a multisite church with weekly attendance of more than 9,000 with eight U.S. campuses and one international campus with plans to continue to grow. The church is led by Pastor Rob Ketterling. 

ABOUT BEC WORSHIP: BEC Recordings recently launched the new imprint, BEC WORSHIP, to feature their new worship-focused artists and projects. BEC WORSHIP aims at bringing music that will both impact the listener and resource the local church. In partnering with River Valley Worship, they are excited to release music that is unique and powerful, while remaining accessible for the church to sing. Visit BEC WORSHIP (http://becworship.com) for resources. 

 

 

 

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