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Website for the Mission Rivers District of the Virginia Conference of the United Methodist Church

Mission Rivers Welcomes New District Superintendent

Welcome to our new District Superintendent Rev. Lindsey Baynham Freeman! Rev. Lindsey Baynham Freeman is an ordained Elder in the United Methodist Church and currently serves as the Mission Rivers District Superintendent. Before serving as a Superintendent, Lindsey served at Welborne UMC, in the Conference Office, Campus Ministry and as an associate pastor. This July begins…
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DS Farewell Saturday, June 21

Please join us! Rev. Dr. Charles Ledlum-Bates and his wife, Vickie, are about to embark on an additional step in their journey as they move from the Mission Rivers District. Rev. Dr. Ledlum-Bates has served the last six years of his ministry here as the Mission Rivers District Superintendent. He and his family now take…
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Lay Servant & Safe Sanctuary Training Offered

The Mission Rivers District is pleased to offer two choices for summer online training opportunities. Lay Servant Advanced Class: Spiritual GiftsThis course offers a scriptural understanding of spiritual gifts as always given “for the common good.” By helping participants identify and link their gifts, abilities, and sense of calling, laity will learn the powerful connection between spiritual…
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Mission Rivers District Scholarship

The Mission Rivers District (MRD) Scholarship Program Higher Education has always been a hallmark of the United Methodist Church.  The value of resources for continued learning and higher education is fundamental to United Methodism. In keeping with our tradition of supporting higher learning, the Mission Rivers District (MRD) of the United Methodist Church has created…
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Advance Lay Servant Courses Offered Virtually

Leading Worship Justice in Everyday Life Leading Bible Study Called to Preach

Basic Lay Servant Training Offered Virtually

Online Courses Tuesdays 4/29 -5/13 from 6:30pm – 9:00pm

Welcome our new District Youth Coordinator

With a strong connection to the Mission Rivers District, having served as Youth Leader at Bellamy United Methodist Church in Gloucester, Chris Incze combines effective leadership, faith-based mentoring, and a passion for creating transformative experiences for youth. He is dedicated to promoting spiritual growth and unity among young people, drawing from his own journey within…
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ERT Basic Spring Training

We are establishing a new district-wide mission capability to help those here in our community who are experiencing a disaster (tornado, house fire, flood, wind damage).   This will also broaden our volunteer base for larger conference-wide and national disaster efforts.  The Mission Rivers District, Mission Committee is sponsoring this training at no cost to the student!   Please see the attached flier…
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2025 District Grant Applications Available Now

It’s grant season again. Both the Mission and Capital Improvement grant instructions and applications are ready to download. Both sets of grants are due back no later than December 6, 2024, Please note we no longer have a fax line so please return your applications via email or US mail. Please call the office to…
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