In 1948, a growing fellowship of believers decided that they should organize into a local New Testament church. Through prayer and the leadership of the Lord, the town of Riverdale was chosen and two lots of land were purchased. The first building was constructed largely by the men of church. The Lord richly blessed, and in 1952, the rapidly growing congregation built the Education building on the adjoining lot to create Sunday School space. By God’s grace, His word has been faithfully taught and preached through the years. Multitudes have been reached through the local ministry and global missions of Riverdale Baptist Church.