Riva Ridge Chapel serves the Fort Drum military community as a dedicated place of worship and spiritual support. As part of the U.S. Army Chaplains Office, this chapel provides faith-based services designed to meet the diverse religious needs of soldiers, families, and civilian personnel. The chapel hosts regular worship services representing various denominations, including Protestant, Catholic, and other religious traditions. Its mission is to foster spiritual resilience, promote moral guidance, and support holistic well-being within the military environment.

Riva Ridge Chapel stands out for its close integration into the Fort Drum community, providing counseling services, religious education programs, and volunteer opportunities. It also hosts community events, holiday observances, and interfaith activities that bring together members of all backgrounds. Chaplains assigned to the chapel are trained to offer confidential support and are committed to upholding religious freedom for all service members.

Key Services:

– Multi-denominational worship services
– Religious education and Bible studies
– Marriage, grief, and spiritual counseling
– Baptisms, weddings, and other religious ceremonies
– Interfaith fellowship and community outreach programs
– Deployment support and family resilience training
– Youth and children’s ministry activities
– Holiday observances and special events
– Confidential chaplain support services
– Volunteer and ministry service opportunities