Foundations of Faith Community Nursing Course
Shenandoah University’s Eleanor Wade Custer School of Nursing’s Faith Community Nurse Certificate Program will offer Foundations of Faith Community Nursing in 2026. This course will be offered in an online format June 9, 2026 -August 21, 2026.This nursing continuing professional development activity is accredited by Virginia Nurses Association -an approver of nursing continuing professional development […]
Kits for Conference Collection Information
Mission Rivers District Similar to last year, Kits for Conference will be collected at the district level prior to the June Annual Conference session. More information is forthcoming, but sites for most district collection are now available. What kind of kits we are collecting: ● Cleaning Kits (formerly known as Flood Buckets) ● Hygiene Kits ● Feminine Hygiene Kits Mission […]
Housing Allowance Review Form due June 1
For churches with a cash housing allowance for your full time pastor instead of a parsonage, it is time to complete a Housing Allowance Review form. Please complete it and return by June 1, 2026.
District Youth Retreat Canceled
Please note that the District Youth Retreat scheduled for this weekend (March 13 – 15) has been canceled because we didn’t reach the minimum number of attendees.
Wanted: VBS Supplies

A Mission Rivers District church is in search of supplies for VBS from the True North VBS. If you have some and are willing to share, contact Tabernacle UMC 757-868-6842 or cristel@tabernacleumc.org.
Scholarship Applications
Scholarship applications are open! Find more information using the links below.
Inclement Weather Statement for District Training
Upcoming 2026 Lay Servant Training
Upcoming Training Opportunities 2026Mission Rivers District is pleased to extend an invitation to all laity and clergy who are interested in taking classes with us during the coming year. Below you will find our schedule for the calendar year. Registration will open as each season approaches; registration links will be available on the district website. […]
Lay Servant Training Offered February and March
We are pleased to invite you to our Winter Training offerings. This winter, we are offering three classes designed to support and equip you in your continued learning and leadership. These classes will be virtual. BASIC Class – March 2, 3/9, 3/23, 3/30, 6:30pm – 8:30pm The Road Back to You: An Enneagram Journey : Feb 4, […]