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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Story Church (Cleveland Campus)

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Upcoming Events

Aug 3

Community, For Children

Church Picnic & Water Kick Ball

Community, For Children

Come join us for our church picnic and a game of water kickball. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share. Hotdogs and hamburgers will be provided.

Community, For Children

Aug 6

Community, Community Service, Outreach

Cleveland Food Bank Volunteering

Community, Community Service, Outreach

The next Food Bank night for adult volunteers (age 14 and over) will be Thursday, August 6, from 6:00-8:00pm.

Community, Community Service, Outreach

Aug 7

RRUMC Adventure / Family Camp

RRUMC Adventure / Family Camp is a weekend getaway for those who love the outdoors and community, offering time to connect, recharge, and enjoy the beauty of nature together at Punderson State Park, August 7–9.

Aug 10

For Children

Picnic and Playgrounds

For Children

Join us at Coe Lake Playground on Monday, August 10 from 10:00 AM–12:00 PM for a relaxed morning of play, connection, and fellowship for both kids and parents alike.

For Children

Aug 12

Community, Outreach

Cruisin' River Car Cruise

Community, Outreach

Join us on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of June, July, and August from 5:30–8:00 PM (weather permitting) for evenings filled with beautiful vehicles, great music, food, fellowship, and community fun.

Community, Outreach

Aug 16

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

Aug 26

Community, Outreach

Cruisin' River Car Cruise

Community, Outreach

Join us on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of June, July, and August from 5:30–8:00 PM (weather permitting) for evenings filled with beautiful vehicles, great music, food, fellowship, and community fun.

Community, Outreach

Sep 11

Community

Parents Date Night Out

Community

Looking to connect with other parents and couples from our church community? We’d love for you to join us for a relaxed evening of food, fellowship, and fun at Pastor Paul and Quinn’s home.

Community

Koinonia: Faith & Fellowship (10:00am-11:00am)

Sep 13

Groups and Studies

Koinonia: Faith & Fellowship (10:00am-11:00am)

Groups and Studies

This adult Sunday School class is lead by vasious discussion leaders on various biblically sound studies.

Groups and Studies

Koinonia: Faith & Fellowship (11:30am-12:30pm)

Sep 13

Groups and Studies

Koinonia: Faith & Fellowship (11:30am-12:30pm)

Groups and Studies

This adult Sunday School class is lead by vasious discussion leaders on various biblically sound studies.

Groups and Studies

Sep 20

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

The Cavicchi Christian Education Seminar: What Can AI Really Do?

Sep 21

Groups and Studies

The Cavicchi Christian Education Seminar: What Can AI Really Do?

Groups and Studies

If you’re curious about what AI is, have questions about it, or just want to see what it can do (and not do) this informational Zoom Seminar is for you.

Groups and Studies

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News from RRUMC

Youth Mission Trip

The 2026 Youth Mission Trip to Cincinnati was a huge success! A big thank you to everyone who donated, prayed, and supported our youth ministry throughout this journey.

Greetings from Story Church and Twice Blessed Free Store

Today I am writing to you from Delaware, Ohio, on the campus of MTSO, the Methodist Theological School in Ohio. In just a few short hours, I will be boarding a plane bound for South Africa as I begin a cultural immersion experience.

Celebrating 70 Years of Women’s Ordination

This year, we celebrate 70 years since women were granted full clergy rights in the Methodist Church by the General Conference.

Vacation Bible School 2026 Recap

God was at work throughout the week, and everyone who attended or helped was part of something bigger.

We Said YES: Celebrating the Fresh Starts Multiplier Award!

Our church was recently honored with the annual Fresh Starts Multiplier Award from the East Ohio Conference of the United Methodist Church.

Circuit Rider – August 2026

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

Part-Time Free Store Director for Hire

Story Church is seeking a strategic and operationally minded Free Store Director to lead the Twice Blessed Free Store. In this role, you will not just manage a store—you will build the volunteer-driven systems that make it run.

Greetings from Story Church and Twice Blessed Free Store

Throughout the month, we will be looking at different moments in the Gospels when Jesus shared meals with people. Some were friends, some were outsiders, some were religious leaders, and some were people simply looking for hope.

Madison Avenue Community Garden

Diab Dar-Issa, Garden Leader and member of Coalition for a Better Cleveland, provided a brief history of the garden and a vision of community building.

RRUMC: 250 Years of Faith & Freedom

This July, our nation marks a monumental milestone: America’s 250th birthday. As we look back on two and a half centuries, we see a history intricately woven with the promises and truths of God’s Word.

Honored and Humbled: RRUMC Receives the Fresh Starts Multiplier Award

This award celebrates far more than a single congregation—it reflects the faith, vision, generosity, and commitment of countless people who have said "yes" to God's call to serve beyond the walls of the church.

Circuit Rider – July 2026

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

Faith Before the Flood: The Unseen Promise, the Unlikely Plan

8/2/2026 - 10th Sunday after Pentecost. Communion Sunday. Baptism at Harbor service. Rev. Dan Bogre is preaching the sermon titled “The Unseen Promise, the Unlikely Plan.”

Encouraging Word Podcast

Friendships: The Challenges

In the latest episode of our friendship series, Paul and Steven chat about the hurdles friendships might encounter and how we can tackle them, if we can.

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