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LOVING PEOPLE TO LIFE

YOU’RE INVITED!

Welcome to River Road United Methodist Church! We are a vibrant community of faith committed to spiritual growth, meaningful outreach, heartfelt worship, and promoting diversity and inclusivity. Whether you’re seeking a church home or just passing through, we welcome you on our journey of faith and fellowship. Come as you are, and be uplifted by the warmth and love of our congregation.

  • At River Road UMC, our mission is to radiate warmth and acceptance, embodying our ethos of "Loving people to life!" Our diverse Sunday worship, from contemporary to traditional styles, welcomes everyone with open arms. Whether you're in a suit or shorts, young or old, you'll find a place here. Join us and be part of our inclusive community!

  • Regardless of where you stand in your faith journey, we're here to guide you toward your next meaningful step.

    Fill out a CONNECTION CARD.

  • Kids are a joyous part of our community! At River Road UMC, children are always welcome, celebrated, and cherished. We believe in nurturing their spirits and letting their light shine bright. Bring your little ones and let them experience the warmth and love of our church family!

    Learn more about our youth group.

    Learn more about our kids ministry.

  • Join us for worship at 9 am in the Fellowship Hall or our Traditional Service at 11 am in the Sanctuary every Sunday. See you there!

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    Prayer & Praise Service: Thursdays at 10 am in the Chapel

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Meet Our Incoming Pastor

We are delighted to welcome Pastor Bert Cloud to River Road United Methodist Church. Pastor Bert comes to us with a story rooted in grace and a deep commitment to loving people to life through hope, healing, and authentic human connection.

Having served as both a school psychologist and a United Methodist pastor, he brings a rare blend of spiritual depth, psychological insight, and a genuine spirit of joy to his ministry. At the heart of his calling is a simple passion: connecting people with Christ, with themselves, and with one another.

We look forward to the journey of faith ahead together, and we invite you to learn more about Pastor Bert and the road that led him to River Road.

Read Pastor Bert's Full Bio
Joy Weaver smiling next to a donut wall with donuts hung on pegs on a pegboard, with a decorative heart above her head.
Volunteers serve food at the outdoor 'S'Mores and Fellowship' event, with attendees eating and engaged in conversation
Four volunteers stand behind a table filled with food donations, proudly displaying jars of peanut butter
Three people in winter attire, two wearing plaid, smile for a photo at the S'mores and Fellowship event, with a fire pit glowing in the background
A joyful child in a yellow apron sits on the floor with a big smile, surrounded by other attentive children and adults during Vacation Bible School
A man sits on the floor, painting the baseboard of a burgundy wall, smiling at the camera with a ladder and painting supplies in the background during the Rebuilding Together event
Two women, one older with white hair and a striped shirt, the other younger with dark hair, smile while seated at a table with Bingo cards spread out
Joy Weaver passionately sings into a microphone while playing a keyboard. She is wearing a light denim jacket, and her eyes are closed as she is immersed in the music, with stage lighting casting a glow on her and the background.
Lori Alford, in a red top and wearing glasses, speaks at a lectern with a lit candle beside her, giving a sermon
The praise band performs on the Fellowship Hall stage with the word "HOPE" in large letters on the wall, while lyrics "I surrender, I want to know you more" are projected on a screen. Audience members stand facing the stage, participating in the wors
Pastor Sarah, in a floral top and glasses, stands at a lectern laughing, with microphones and a drum set in the background, during a worship service in the Fellowship Hall
Bob Wilson conducts beside a lectern while Lori Alford plays guitar in front of the Fellowship Hall stage with "HOPE" on the wall
Lori Alford hugs a young boy in a blue sports jersey, both smiling warmly at the outdoor S'Mores and Fellowship event
Joy Weaver stands in front of a keyboard with a microphone, giving a thumbs-up while wearing a face mask, with the congregation seated outdoors in the background, during a Worship on the Lawn event during the pandemic
The congregation poses on the grand steps outside of the church, with confetti in the air, capturing a moment of celebration
Children sit attentively during a church service, with Pastor Sarah and Jaimey Honea leading the children's time in front of the congregation, as the choir looks on from behind
Members of the River of Lifers (55+ group) smiling together during a visit to Michie Tavern, captured in a photo with the historic wooden tavern in the background
Two joyful church members at the Trunk or Treat event, holding a pumpkin-shaped candy bucket, with their car decorated with purple fringe
Families and children enjoy an Easter egg hunt indoors, with colorful eggs scattered on the floor, and participants engaging in festive activities under chandeliers and arched windows.
The River Road youth group is gathered outdoors around a brick fire pit with a small fire burning. They are posed for a group photo with a barn and lush green trees in the background, under a partly cloudy sky. Some members are seated in chairs while
The children's choir performs in the sanctuary, with arms raised, in front of a large cross

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Upcoming Events

Join us for worship, fellowship, and opportunities to grow in faith. Here’s what’s coming up in the life of our church. Mark your calendar and be part of the community!

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North of 50 Lunch Outing
Jul 21
North of 50 Lunch Outing

The North of 50 community is heading to HONDOS in Glen Allen for good food and great company! RSVP to Lori Alford by July 19.

Men's Thirsty Tuesday Fellowship (Copy)
Jul 21
Men's Thirsty Tuesday Fellowship (Copy)

Every third Tuesday at 7 PM, the men of River Road UMC pull up a chair for Thirsty Tuesday Fellowship. Come as you are for food, drinks, and the kind of conversation that builds real friendships.