Ministry Staff
Sara Furste
Office Manager/Operations
Email • sara@rivernyc.org
Sara loves to inject FUN into everything she does---from running the office and Sunday morning logistic--to helping people grow in their spiritual lives. Sara grew up in Southern California, later moving to Colorado where she met her husband John. She has worked in event planning, interior design and, most recently, church ministry where she combines her eye for detail and love for people. Sara and her husband John live in downtown Manhattan with their beagle Truman. Her 2 grown kids (Zachary & Emily) attend school in Washington State.
Rosanna Buchs
Worship Minister
Email • rosanna@rivernyc.org
Rosanna was born & raised in Hong Kong. As a teenager she studied in England and eventually moved to Boston where she later met her husband David. She studied music and piano performance at the Hong Kong Academy of Performing Arts, the Millfield School and Boston University. She combines musical excellence with a high level of spiritual sensitivity. David & Rosanna moved to New York in 2004 as members of the River church planting team and live in Brooklyn.
Denise Rhrissorrakrai
Community Minister
Email • denise@rivernyc.org
Denise was born & raised in Pennsylvania. She studied computer science at Harvard University and spent several years working as a software engineer. She combines strong project management and logistical skills with a high focus on people. At The River, Denise oversees Sunday operations and community life. She lives in Manhattan with her husband Kahn.
