It’s All About The Story

At Rocky River United Methodist Church, we exist to help people meet Jesus Christ in the midst of their story.

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Rocky River United Methodist Church welcomes all to engage in worship, small groups, outreach, volunteering, and seasonal events to connect, grow, and serve together.

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Upcoming Events

Gifts of Music Concert - Community Messiah Sing

Mar 28

Music Ministry, Community

Gifts of Music Concert - Community Messiah Sing

Music Ministry, Community

Join Rocky River United Methodist’s Gifts of Music concert series as a performer! We will provide the live orchestra, you provide your lovely singing voice.

Music Ministry, Community

Apr 3

Good Friday

Reflection, meditation, and communion in the Chapel.

Apr 3

For Children, Community

Easter Prayer Vigil

For Children, Community

Good Friday, April 3, 4:00pm through Easter Sunday morning, April 5, 8:00am there will be an around-the-clock prayer vigil in the Chapel.

For Children, Community

Apr 5

Easter Sunrise Service

Celebrating the resurrection of Christ in this tranquil setting is the perfect way to begin your Easter morning, with the sun (hopefully) rising alongside us by the conclusion of the service.

Apr 5

Easter Sunday Service in The Chapel

We invite you, your family, and friends to join us for our Easter Sunday Services as we rejoice in the hope and renewal of Christ’s resurrection.

Apr 5

Easter Sunday Service in The Sanctuary

We invite you, your family, and friends to join us for our Easter Sunday Services as we rejoice in the hope and renewal of Christ’s resurrection.

Apr 5

Easter Sunday Service in The Harbor

We invite you, your family, and friends to join us for our Easter Sunday Services as we rejoice in the hope and renewal of Christ’s resurrection.

Apr 15

Community

Red Cross Blood Drive

Community

Urgent need for blood donors, roll up a sleeve and give!

Community

Apr 19

Theo & Belle Moll Society Sunday

This year, we proudly welcome 16 new members / families into the Theo & Belle Moll Society.

Apr 19

For Children, Outreach

Family Sorting Event

For Children, Outreach

One of the joys of ministry is seeing families serve together, and we’re excited to host Family Sorting Events at RRUMC throughout the year!

For Children, Outreach

Apr 30

Sharing a Table, Sharing Our Hearts: Grief Support Potluck

Join us for a Grief Support Potluck - a place to connect, share, and feel supported.

May 10

Music Ministry, Community

Gifts of Music Concert - "Hey Mavis!"

Music Ministry, Community

Treat mom and the rest of the family to an afternoon of Northcoast Americana band music. “Hey Mavis!” has been weaving a musical tapestry and igniting a following of dedicated fans.

Music Ministry, Community

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News from RRUMC

Nursery School News

April will bring the nursery school into full-on "spring mode". We will begin to wrap up the last few letters of the alphabet and continue to review all that we have worked on throughout the year.

Children’s Music Program Continues

Designed for our youngest members (ages 5 and up), this exciting program will take place every Communion Sunday (the first Sunday of the month) during the 10:00am and 11:30am Services.

2026 Educational Benevolent Endowment Fund Scholarship

Beginning on March 1, scholarship applications are available for high school seniors and current college students in the Church Office or by e-mailing the Church Office at office@rrumc.org.

Nourish Meal Ministry

The RRUMC Nourish Meal Ministry team has been having an impact! We currently have 10 great servers and, since the ministry was improved in late 2025, we have provided 12 meals to five different families.

School Supply Drive

We will again be partnering with 1st Day School Supplies to provide complete school supply boxes. The boxes run from $21.99-$47.99, depending on the grade level. We will also be providing backpacks, at a cost of $5 each.

Reflections by Rev. Dan Bogre

As we finish our Lenten journey and approach the empty tomb, I hope you have found this season to be holy and blessed. There is so much to celebrate at RRUMC this Easter - starting with the miracle of the Resurrection.

Circuit Rider – April 2026

Our Circuit Rider is our way of sharing all of the news and events that are going on in our church community!

RRUMC is Hiring an Office Administrator

This is a full-time (40 hours per week) position. The Office Administrator provides essential organizational, communication, and administrative support to ensure the smooth daily operations of the church office.

Benevolent Endowment Fund Scholarship

Beginning on March 1, scholarship applications are available for high school seniors and current college students.

Honoring 12 Years of Service: A Joyful Retirement

After more than a decade of steadfast commitment, Rocky River United Methodist Church (RRUMC) is celebrating the retirement of Rebecca (Becky) Riddlebaugh.

Greetings from Story Church and Twice Blessed Free Store

As we move closer to spring, there is a real sense of gratitude and hope bubbling up here at Story Church. Even in the midst of these cold days and long winter nights, God continues to provide, connect, and surprise us in beautiful ways.

Year End Tax Filings and Rotary Club ‘Thank You’

Thank You to the Rotary Club of Lakewood & Rocky River for again awarding a grant of $2,500 to our Twice Blessed Free Store (TBFS), directed to the purchase of socks, undergarments and towels to be distributed to our neighbors in need.

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This Sunday's Sermon

Remember: Are We Still Going After Him?

3/29/2026 - Palm Sunday reading, Palm Procession. Rev. Daniel F. Bogre will continue our Lent sermon series, “Remember,” with the sermon, “Are We Still Going After Him?” based on John 12:12-19 and Luke 22:15-20.

Encouraging Word Podcast

Top 5 Distractions to Prayer

In this podcast episode, Paul and Steven openly discuss the top 5 distractions they face when it comes to prayer.

It’s All About The Story

At Rocky River United Methodist Church, we exist to help people meet Jesus Christ in the midst of their story.

Our Community

Rocky River United Methodist Church welcomes all to engage in worship, small groups, outreach, volunteering, and seasonal events to connect, grow, and serve together.

19414 Detroit Road | Rocky River, Ohio 44116 | 440.331.7676