Welcoming Reverend Ryan LaRock to Wesley Foundation

July 09, 2024

We're thrilled to welcome Reverend Ryan LaRock, who began his role as the Director of the Wesley Foundation at William & Mary on July 1st. Ryan brings a wealth of experience and passion for campus ministry, having served in various roles within the Virginia Conference since 2016.

In the video interview above, Ryan shares about his call to ministry, what excites him about his new role, initiatives he’s eager to roll out, his vision for campus ministry, and how we at WUMC can get involved. It's an inspiring conversation, and we encourage you to watch it to get to know him better.

Ryan is an ordained elder in the United Methodist Church and a Virginia Beach native. His journey includes time as a worship leader at the University of Virginia's Wesley Foundation, earning his Master of Divinity from Duke Divinity School, and pastoring at several churches in Virginia. Most recently, he chaired the Virginia Conference Board of Higher Education and Campus Ministry.

You can read Pastor Ryan's full bio here and reach him at

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