The mission of The United Methodist Church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. A United Methodist is someone who joins in that mission by putting faith and love into action. We believe that God loves all people, and that we share in expressing that love.

A United Methodist is someone who joins in that mission by putting faith and love into action. We believe that God loves all people, and that we share in expressing that love. So the United Methodist tradition emphasizes God's grace and in serving others. We believe that Jesus Christ is the fullest expression of God's love--showing us the fullness of God's care through Jesus' teachings, death and resurrection.

John Wesley started the Methodist movement in 18th century England. His teachings on practical divinity (living out our faith) and appeals to reason and experience form important aspects of United Methodist practice today.

 

 

 

Pastor Ann On-Lin TANG RUMC Current Pastor 1322 Centerville Turnpike North Chesapeake, VA 23320 office: (757) 479-0452 || email: rumcva@gmail.com

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Resurrection United Methodist Church was started in 1982 when, Virginia Beach more, specifically, Kempsville area was still in its “blooming” years. For a long time, Community UMC was the only United Methodist Church south of Princess Anne road and east of the interstate. However, due to the continued growth in the area, the Virginia Conference of the United Methodist Church and the Norfolk District saw the need for another church in the Kempsville area. Through grants and funding provided by the conference,Resurrection United Methodist Church was soon born.
 
The Rev. Edward H. Johnson was the founding pastor of the church. The first service was held on February 7, 1982 in the parsonage garage. There were thirty attendees in the first month; 12 were founding members and the others were visitors from different churches. The church was formally chartered in April 1982. With perseverance and faith in God’s plan, the church grew and needed more space. The congregation made several moves. In September 1982, they met at Tidewater Junior Academy, and then in 1983, they moved again to Centerville Elementary School where they worshiped for four years. It took several years to iron out the legality of the parcel of land where the church will be built. In September 1987, the deed was finalized and construction began soon after that.
 
It was a challenge for Pastor Ed Johnson and the congregation as well to continue serving the Lord and at the same time not having a permanent church for six years. Nonetheless, their faithfulness and trust in God was evident in all the church activities being done during the time. They finally had the first service in the new church building on March 6, 1988.
 
Several months into the new building, Rev. Jeff Mickle became the second minister of the congregation. The church continued to grow and several “community oriented” activities were initiated so Resurrection UMC could provide opportunities for Christian growth, fulfillment and fellowship to all in the community. A support group for parents who had unruly children was formed. It was called “Come As You Are Party Night.” Rev. Mickle volunteered to be a regular book reader to kids in the Centerville Elementary School. Good News became the monthly newsletter of the church. The first newsletter was published in October 1988. It provided news about the church activities as well as related activities happening in the community where church people can participate.
 
After several years of existence, it was becoming evident that the church was now becoming multiethnic, with the presence of members coming from different countries, most notably the Philippines and Japan. The new members were welcomed and several activities continued for the glory of God. Occasionally, cultural activities were done so we could share and be aware of other cultures.
 
By now our congregation was 12 years old and we were joined by our 3rd minister, Rev. Steve Bradley. Like a child, the church at this point was experiencing growing pains. The growth of the church was synonymous with the “coming and going” of the people in the immediate surrounding areas. The congregation with the guidance of Pastor Bradley continued to worship and serve God joyfully, seeking God’s Word through bible studies and faithful prayer.
 
Through careful consideration, prayer, and seeking God’s will, preparations were made so Resurrection UMC could be joined with another Church. In July 1997, Resurrection UMC became the sister church of Princess Anne Plaza UMC, with Rev. David Schill as the charge pastor. Adjustment was the key word for both congregations since it was for the first time for both churches to be in this situation. The church also realized that sharing a pastor had its advantages and disadvantages. But, “with God with us, who could be against us.”
 
During this period of transition, subtle change was becoming evident. People that visited the church and came to worship at Resurrection UMC were mostly Filipino-American families.
 
At this time, the spiritual needs of the members were being met through worship, disciple bible study, and community involvement. However, Rev. Schill and Norfolk District Superintendent, Rev. Tim Whitaker, felt that it was time to tread on new grounds in order for Resurrection UMC to move forward.
 
Once again, the church as a whole, prayed for guidance, seeking God’s will, trusting in God’s faithfulness. God’s plan for the church was becoming clear as months went by. We did not know then but beyond Virginia Conference borders, God was working and preparing somebody for us. Finally with two different United Methodist conferences working together, Rev. Gel Samson became our fifth pastor. The year 2000 became significant not only for Resurrection UMC, but for the whole Virginia Conference since we became the first church with a predominantly Filipino-American congregation with a Filipino pastor. After many months of looking for someone to assist our growing congregation, our deaconess arrived from the Philippines on April 13, 2004, Mrs. Olma Garibay. Do to RUMC growth, an in order for the Pastor to be able to better support the congregration become a single point charge. In April 2017, Pastor Jess and his family arrived from the Phillipines to continue our mission.
 
We rejoice and thank God for his goodness. We as a church continue to grow through Pastor Jess’s guidance and God’s blessings. At present we continue to be a multicultural congregation with European-Americans, African-Americans, and Filipino-American membership. We all progressed throughout the experience of transition, as we continue to welcome everybody to the church family, working, studying, and fellowshipping together for the glory of God.