Hope Ridge United Methodist Church in Concord Township, Ohio
A community of Christ, A.L.I.V.E. with Hope
Welcome to Hope Ridge UMC, a friendly, welcoming church serving Concord Township, Mentor, and Painesville in Lake County, Ohio. Whether church is new to you or you are finding your way back, there’s a place for you to belong and grow in Christ.
Our Mission: A.L.I.V.E. with Hope
At Hope Ridge we seek to make and mature disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. We live this out by being:
Accepting • Loving • Inviting • Vision for discipleship • Engaged with our community.
We believe every person has a story to tell and gifts to share.
Welcome
We welcome you to Hope Ridge. Come as you are, meet warm people, and experience God’s love in community. If you are visiting from Mentor, Concord Township, Painesville, or anywhere, especially in Northeast Ohio, we would be honored to meet you.
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Worship at Hope Ridge
Traditional Service: 8:45 AM in the Chapel
Contemporary Service: 10:30 AM, Worship & Family Life Ctr.
Livestream: 10:30 AM on Facebook and YouTube
Café: Enjoy coffee + donuts between services, 9:45–10:30 AM.
Families Welcome
Children are always welcome in worship, and nursery care is available for little ones under age five. During the 10:30 AM service, families will find kid-friendly worship options like Kid Kits and more. Learn all the details on our Plan Your Visit page.
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Use the button below to read the current Weekly Rundown with worship notes, events, and ways to get connected.
Nurture: Grow in Faith Together
Faith grows in community. Find a small group, class, or study that fits your season of life.
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Weekly Bible studies for men and women
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Centering Prayer: Tuesdays at 6:30 PM in the Library, open to the community
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Adult Life Fellowship and topical series throughout the year
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RidgeKidz, Bible Explorers, Youth Group for grades 6–12
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Support and care ministries including GriefShare
Send: Serve With Love
As we grow as disciples, we are sent to serve. Use your gifts inside the church and beyond our walls to bless our neighbors in Lake County and beyond.
Local outreach includes:
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Monthly meals for Project Hope for the Homeless
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Collection drives with the Send Team
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Packing food kits with End 68 Hours of Hunger for local students
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Prayer Shawl ministry
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Red Cross blood drives
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Seasonal community partnerships.
There is a place for every person to serve in Christ’s name.
Hope Ridge Preschool
Hope Ridge Preschool offers a warm, caring environment where children learn respect, responsibility, accountability, and empathy for others through activities and play. Families from Mentor, Concord Township, and Painesville choose our preschool for its compassionate teachers and hands-on learning.
