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

Feb 15

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

Gifts of Music Concert - Baldwin Wallace Senior Music Majors

Feb 22

Music Ministry, Community

Gifts of Music Concert - Baldwin Wallace Senior Music Majors

Music Ministry, Community

RRUMC's Gifts of Music series partners with Baldwin Wallace University to present a collage of senior music major recital pieces. Enjoy both instrumental and vocal talents that are in our neighborhood and support young artists.

Music Ministry, Community

Mar 15

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 15

Community

Red Cross Blood Drive

Community

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

Community

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

May 17

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

Jul 15

Community

Red Cross Blood Drive

Community

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

Community

Oct 14

Community

Red Cross Blood Drive

Community

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

Community

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News from RRUMC

Youth Ministries Updates

In January, the Youth Ministry’s Crossroads group will meet Sunday nights for faith, fun, and friendship—including a special combined Crossroads/Common Ground night.

Nursery School News

School resumes on January 5. It usually takes about a week to get back in the swing of things; reviewing rules and routines.

Story Church Receives $100,000 Vitality Grant

I am beyond overjoyed to share some wonderful news with you: Story Church, our Cleveland campus of Rocky River UMC, has been awarded a $100,000 East Ohio Conference Vitality Grant for 2026.

Reflections by Rev. Dan Bogre

Once again, I cannot believe that they are all in our rearview mirror already. So, now we see that 2026 is on our doorstep. What is your plan for 2026?

Circuit Rider – January 2026

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

Endowment Ministries - Donor-Advised Fund

Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) is one of the fastest-growing and most flexible ways to manage your charitable giving. Think of it as a personal charitable investment account.

Greetings from Twice Blessed Free Store and Story Church!

God continues to move in beautiful ways through our volunteers, our neighbors, and the ministries that bring us all together.

Madison Avenue Community Garden at Story Church

A small Harvest Celebration included gardeners weeding and turning over garden soil. A weed barrier of cardboard was put in place. After the first frost, garlic will be sown in the herb garden for spring harvest.

Nursery School News

Oh, how Christmas brings out excitement in children! The school will stay in session for roughly 3 weeks through December and then there is a two-week Christmas break for students, teachers, and staff.

Youth Ministries Updates

In December, the Youth Ministry’s Crossroads group will meet Sunday nights for faith, fun, and friendship—including a special combined Crossroads/Common Ground night and a big Youth Christmas Party with games, food, and a white elephant gift exchange—before taking a break for Christmas.

Reflections by Rev. Dan Bogre

On November 16, we celebrated Consecration Sunday as we look into God’s plans for the year 2026. On that day, we took the time as a church to prayerfully consider what God is calling us to give, what God is calling us to consecrate to Him, and his plans for 2026.

Circuit Rider – December 2025

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

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This Sunday's Sermon

Balancing Act - The Practice: Balancing Stewardship and Generosity (Resources and Future)

1/25/2026 - Third Sunday after the Epiphany and Fuller Sounds will be ringing. Rev. Daniel F. Bogre will conclude the sermon series, “Balancing Act,” with the sermon, “The Practice: Balancing Stewardship and Generosity (Resources and Future),” based on Philippians 4:10-13 and Luke 12:15.

Encouraging Word Podcast

Christmas Spirit: Rekindled

Together Paul and Steve share how they are rekindling their Christmas Spirit. Join them in the fun and informative discussion about the Christmas season.

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