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. No matter who you are, what you’ve done, or where you’ve been — you are welcome here.

Worship on Sundays with RRUMC

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

Call 440.331.7676

Join Us for This Sunday's Sermon

Set Apart. Living a Consecrated Life: “The Call to Consecration”

11/1/2026 - 23rd Sunday after Pentecost. Pastor Paul Bennett is preaching the sermon; Set Apart. Living a Consecrated Life: “The Call to Consecration”. Communion Sunday. Consecration Sunday Speaker 2.

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

Plan Your Visit

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.

Our Worship Services

RRUMC Events

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

Nov 1

Groups and Studies

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

Groups and Studies

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

Groups and Studies

Project Feed at First United Methodist Church in Kent

Nov 8

Youth Ministry

Project Feed at First United Methodist Church in Kent

Youth Ministry

Join us Sunday, November 8, to serve with other UMC churches throughout Northeast Ohio and fight hunger through Project Feed at Kent First UMC!

Youth Ministry

Nov 9

For Children

Little Diggers

For Children

Bring a packed lunch and join us for a Little Diggers play time located in Westgate Shopping Center, 3020 Westgate Mall Dr., Fairview Park.

For Children

Nov 12

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

Nov 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

Nov 15

Outreach

Rise Against Hunger Food Packing Event

Outreach

Consecration Sunday Event – After blessing our intentions, we will then gather as a church to serve side by side to pack 20,000 meals to aid individuals facing hunger. Participants age five or older.

Outreach

Gifts of Music Concert - Elegy for the Brave: The Songs of Our Veterans 🇺🇸

Nov 15

Music Ministry, Community

Gifts of Music Concert - Elegy for the Brave: The Songs of Our Veterans 🇺🇸

Music Ministry, Community

A concert honoring all who served and sacrificed. Come hear Julie Anna Gulenko +Co. (a vocal ensemble including our own Michael Lucas) who will remember our veterans with songs that carried them through w

Music Ministry, Community

Nov 17

Groups and Studies

Administrative Council

Groups and Studies

Ad Council is the governing body of the church and meets every other month to conduct the church's official business.

Groups and Studies

Dec 6

Community, For Children

Toy Sunday / Blanket Sunday

Community, For Children

Please bring NEW and UNWRAPPED toys and blankets to any of the three church services. Last year we collected 757 toys and 178 blankets!

Community, For Children

Dec 8

Groups and Studies

RiverMen Monthly Meeting

Groups and Studies

This ministry exists to help bring men together spiritually in brotherhood, through discussions about faith and life, Bible study, leisure activities, and mission projects.

Groups and Studies

Dec 10

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

Apr 10

For Children

Roller Skating with RRUMC

For Children

Come join us for a fun time roller-skating at Roll Arena in Elyria on April 10th from 4:15pm-6:15pm.

For Children

Aug 2

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

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From Our Blog

October 30, 2026

Reflections by Rev. Dan Bogre

October 30, 2026

Our church is changing lives and helping people meet Jesus Christ in the midst of their story. I am incredibly proud to serve this wonderful congregation.

October 30, 2026

October 29, 2026

Circuit Rider - November 2026

October 29, 2026

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

October 29, 2026

October 20, 2026

Twice Blessed Free Store Shares Its Mission at Greater Cleveland Volunteers Event

October 20, 2026

TBFS and Director Tim Gleason recently joined a Greater Cleveland Volunteers recruitment event at Fairview Park Library, sharing the ministry’s impact on local families and inviting community members to get involved through volunteering or donations.

October 20, 2026

October 1, 2026

Nursery School Updates

October 1, 2026

Our “Letter of the Week” program started a few weeks ago—so we have begun the alphabet anew!

October 1, 2026

September 30, 2026

A Grateful Heart

September 30, 2026

As we enter the month of October, I look back over the past several weeks with a very grateful heart. This has been a season filled with celebration, transition, new beginnings, and many reminders of the ways God continues to work through Story Church and Twice Blessed Free Store (TBFS).

September 30, 2026

October Youth Ministry Events at RRUMC

September 30, 2026

October brings opportunities for our youth to connect, grow in faith, and enjoy time together—from Sunday nights at Crossroads to an afternoon with alpacas! Explore what’s coming up and make plans to join us.

September 30, 2026