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Rocky River United Methodist Church

We exist to help people meet Jesus Christ in the midst of their story. No matter who you are, what you’ve  done, or where you’ve been — you are welcome here.

Rocky River United Methodist Church is locate at 19414 Detroit Road in Rocky River, Ohio (directions)

Call 440.331.7676
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Remember: The Covenant of the Heart
Remember: The Covenant of the Heart

3/22/2026 - Fifth Sunday in Lent, New Member Sunday, and Fuller Sounds is ringing. Rev. Daniel F. Bogre will continue our Lent sermon series, “Remember,” with the sermon, “The Covenant of the Heart,” based on Jeremiah 31:31-34.

 

Rocky River United Methodist Church is located at 19414 Detroit Road in Rocky River, Ohio, visit us this Sunday!

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Our overall goal is to help you meet Jesus Christ and have your life positively changed.

Visitors and Guests

Join us in-person for worship or live stream our service every Sunday at 11:25am.

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RRUMC Events
Friend or Foe? A Skeptic’s Guide to Social Networks and AI
Mar 22
Groups and Studies
Friend or Foe? A Skeptic’s Guide to Social Networks and AI
Groups and Studies

How can a person of faith embody and exhibit faith-centered values in the online world, including social media and AI?

Groups and Studies
Lydia Circle United Women in Faith
Mar 26
Groups and Studies
Lydia Circle United Women in Faith
Groups and Studies

Lydia Circle is a United Methodist Women Group which always welcomes new members.

Groups and Studies
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
Easter Prayer Vigil
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
Shawl Ministry
Apr 9
Groups and Studies
Shawl Ministry
Groups and Studies

The RRUMC Shawl Ministry knitters share faith, friendship and the unconditional love of God.

Groups and Studies
Red Cross Blood Drive
Apr 15
Community
Red Cross Blood Drive
Community

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

Community
Book Club
Apr 16
Groups and Studies
Book Club
Groups and Studies

Join us for a friendly discussion of a book selected by group members on a monthly basis.

Groups and Studies
Family Sorting Event
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
Lydia Circle United Women in Faith
Apr 23
Groups and Studies
Lydia Circle United Women in Faith
Groups and Studies

Lydia Circle is a United Methodist Women Group which always welcomes new members.

Groups and Studies
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From Our Blog
RRUMC is Hiring an Office Administrator
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
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
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
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’
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.

Nursery School News
Nursery School News

Our teachers are finally feeling like we are back on track - looking forward to a more normalized March. Also - secretly hoping for a little bit warmer weather with some sunny days mixed in!

Circuit Rider – March 2026
Circuit Rider – March 2026

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

Youth Ministries Updates
Youth Ministries Updates

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

Reflections by Rev. Dan Bogre
Reflections by Rev. Dan Bogre

Lent, Holy Week, and Easter reveal God’s ultimate rescue plan - His once and for all act of redemption through Jesus Christ.

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