This we Pastor David wrapped up our Upstart Apostles Series! David looks at the transformation of one of the most pivotal upstart apostles of the early church; SAUL! Saul’s story stands as a reminder that no one is beyond the… Read More Upstart Apostles // Transforming Together The post Upstart Apostles // Transforming Together appeared first on Re…

We continue to explore how the Apostles of Acts upstarted the church. The followed the bold vision through adversity and persecution, using innovation and creativity to meet people where the were. They were men and women filled with the Holy… Read More Upstart Apostles // Innovation The post Upstart Apostles // Innovation appeared first on Refuge.C…

This week Pastor David takes us through a familiar story with fresh eyes. Stephen’s name might ring a bell for some. Known as the first Christian martyr, is story often stops at his tragic death. However, there is so much… Read More Upstart Apostles // Resilience in Adversity The post Upstart Apostles // Resilience in Adversity appeared first on Re…

We are continuing our SUMMER OF SERIES with our NEW SERIES: Upstart Apostles. We get our inspiration for this series from Acts 4:1 of the MSG translation where the early followers of Jesus are labeled “Upstart Apostles.” This term encapsulates… Read More Upstart Apostles // Visionary Leadership The post Upstart Apostles // Visionary Leadership appe…

Pastor David wraps up our Acts B.C. series with a powerful message about the strength of the early church. Pastor David takes a trip down memory lane reminding us of some terrible fads we suffered through. Remember water beds, planking,… Read More Act B.C. // Meetings, Prison Breaks, & Fads! Oh My! The post Act B.C. // Meetings, Prison Breaks, & Fa…

On Saturday, June 22nd, Refuge hosted out FIRST service in honor of Juneteenth. Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. This service is a significant step forward in truly being a safe place for ALL PEOPLE to be unapologetically… Read More Juneteenth // A Night Of Reflection The post Juneteenth // A Night Of Reflecti…

Acts 4 This week Pastor David tackles the theme of courage and boldness. In Acts 4:23-31 we read of profound courage within the early church. This is an encouragement we need today more than ever! Peter and John are once… Read More Acts B.C. // Boldness The post Acts B.C. // Boldness appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

Pastor Nicole keeps our summer of series moving forward as she dives into Acts 4. The story of the church moves forward with the aftermath of the apostles healing the paralyzed man. Last week, we learned how Peter and John… Read More Acts B.C. // Act Like Jesus The post Acts B.C. // Act Like Jesus appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

We continue to explore the beginnings of the early church and the transformative power of the Holy Spirit. So, this week Pastor Davide tells the moving story from Acts 3. The ACTS of Peter and John healing a man who… Read More Acts B.C. // You Are Seen The post Acts B.C. // You Are Seen appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

This week we learn about what to expect when we’re expecting! Pastor Nicole brings to life the Day of Pentecost from Acts 2. In this sermon on expectancy, pastor Nicole emphasizes the importance of living with a mindset rooted in… Read More Acts B.C. // What to Expect… The post Acts B.C. // What to Expect… appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

Summer is right around the corner, an we’re kicking of a Summer of Series at Refuge. We will be journeying through the book of Acts from start to finish! One series at a time exploring it’s themes and telling its… Read More Acts B.C. // Previously On… The post Acts B.C. // Previously On… appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

In the conclusion of his CYS series, Pastor Brian takes us deeper into the idea of choosing our suffering. Will we take the path of growth and resilience over passive endurance? We are introduced to a talented young artist, Jacob… Read More CYS // Choose Your Suffering Part II The post CYS // Choose Your Suffering Part II appeared first on Refuge.C…

Are you feeling stuck in life’s struggles? Overwhelmed by challenges thrust upon you? Pastor Brian’s NEW mini-series; “Choose Your Suffering,” explores the idea of embracing hardships on our journey to find purpose and meaning. In this challenging message, Pastor Brian… Read More CYS // Choose Your Suffering Part I The post CYS // Choose Your Suffe…

This week Pastor Nicole wrapped up The Barbie Movie series by showing us how much Barbie and Nicodemus have in common! We’ve been diving deep into the realms of deconstruction and restoration. And how this never ending process is supposed… Read More The Barbie Movie // Finale The post The Barbie Movie // Finale appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

Welcome to week two of our FUN-conventional series centered around The Barbie Movie. Yes, yes, I know! You’ve heard all the things about Barbie! But stick with us, because this journey is about so much more than what meets the… Read More The Barbie Movie // Advocate Barbie The post The Barbie Movie // Advocate Barbie appeared first on Refuge.Church…

The Barbie Movie Follows stereotypical Barbie, who lives a seemingly perfect life alongside other Barbies and Kens in Barbie Land. In this world the Barbies have to prestigious careers, like doctors, lawyers, professors, teachers, and politicians… and the Kens they… Read More The Barbie Movie // Deconstruction Barbie The post The Barbie Movie // De…

This week Pastor Davide wraps up his Before & After series by taking us on a journey through (of all things) The Lion King! Pastor David uses his favorite move to explore the before and after stories of one of… Read More Before & After // Peter The post Before & After // Peter appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

Happy Easter! This year Pastor David dives into the significance of Easter. He unravels a beautiful message of the cross and the resurrection of Jesus Christ. From his personal stories to biblical passages, Pastor David creates a safe place to… Read More Before & After // Easter The post Before & After // Easter appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

We live in a world where the darkest chapters of history and even our personal lives have shaped or worsened by religion. And so, Pastor Brian wraps up our “Losing My Religion“ series with a BOGO sermon! Time and time… Read More Losing My Religion // Part 2 The post Losing My Religion // Part 2 appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

So often in the middle of our spiritual journeys a pivotal moment that calls us to sift through to relics of tradition and find the essence of truth faith. As we get closer to Easter, Pastor Brian is taking us… Read More Losing My Religion // Part 1 The post Losing My Religion // Part 1 appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

This week we wrapped our Lent series as we explored the theme of Almsgiving. If you’ve been following along with us, you know that we’ve hit prayer and fasting. If you did catch either Pastor David or Pastor Brian’s messages,… Read More Lent // Almsgiving The post Lent // Almsgiving appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

We continue to reflect on the Lenten season, as Pastor Brian takes into a deeper understanding of fasting. Jesus taught us in Matthew 6 that fasting, prayer, and almsgiving were not “IFs,” but “WHENs.” These practices are not just Christian… Read More Lent // Fasting The post Lent // Fasting appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

Our journey through Lent continues as Pastor David takes us on an exploration of prayer. There are over 650 prayers mentioned in the bible. 25 of those are instances where Jesus prayer. The apostle Paul discusses prayer 41 times in… Read More Lent // Prayer The post Lent // Prayer appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

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In our final week of our Refocus series, Pastor Brian tackles a big one: Financial Health. Through this series we’ve looked at what it means to shift our focus from resolutions to intentions. All series long we’ve talking about intentional… Read More Refocus // Financial Health The post Refocus // Financial Health appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

This week we explored the significance of relationships in our latest sermon in our Refocus series! Pastor Nicole dives into the important role of relationships in our lives. And how fixing our eyes on Jesus can guide us in building… Read More Refocus // Relationships The post Refocus // Relationships appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

In this inspiring installment of our “Refocus” series, Nicole guides us through a thought-provoking exploration of integrating mental health with our spiritual journey. Titled “Fixing Our Eyes on Jesus,” this sermon invites you to consider how our daily intentions, actions,… Read More Refocus // Mental Health The post Refocus // Mental Health appea…

As we keep moving forward into this New Year, we’re setting our intentions and fixing our eyes on Jesus. Most of us seek to improve both physically and spiritually. In this message Pastor David offers a refreshing perspective that bridges… Read More Refocus // Physical Health The post Refocus // Physical Health appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

It’s a new year! We made it! We’ve arrived in 2024 with 365 days and 8,760 hours of possibilities. Most of us will even make a new year resolution! A big problem with resolution is that they have a high… Read More Refocus // New Years Resolutions The post Refocus // New Years Resolutions appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

We have finally made it to our Christmas Eve Eve Service. We have been slowly journeying through Advent this year. This has been a different experience for us here at Refuge, but we’ve slowed down and reflected on Love, Hope,… Read More Christmas Eve Eve The post Christmas Eve Eve appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

In a world often overshadowed by uncertainty and challenges, finding joy can seem like a distant dream. However, a recent sermon on joy, set against the backdrop of the Advent season, offers a refreshing perspective on how we can rediscover… Read More Advent // Joy The post Advent // Joy appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

This week we continue our journey expectant waiting, as we reflect on HOPE! Pastor Brian dives into the heart of the Advent season, as we anticipate and prepare for the celebration of Jesus’ birth. Understanding the bible is like a… Read More Advent // Hope The post Advent // Hope appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

As we officially begin our countdown to Christmas at Refuge, we’re excited to launch an Advent series focused on rediscovering and celebrating the core values of this sacred season. The first theme we’re exploring is Love, a fundamental aspect of… Read More Advent // Love The post Advent // Love appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

This week we finished our series, “Thank You God!” In this sermon series we’ve been uncovering the profound beauty of gratitude in all seasons of life — in chaos, harvest, and waiting. Life is unpredictable! It so often takes us… Read More Thank You God // In The Waiting The post Thank You God // In The Waiting appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

In the second part of our “Thank You God…” series, we dive deeper into the spiritual practice of gratitude, as we say Thank You God In The Harvest! Last Week, we were reminded to say Thank You God, amidst the… Read More Thank You God // In The Harvest The post Thank You God // In The Harvest appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

As we approach the Thanksgiving season It’s time to step into a space of reflection. This week Brian kicks of our NEW SERIES: Thank You God. In his message, Brian invites us all on a journey to discover the power… Read More Thank You God // In Chaos The post Thank You God // In Chaos appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

In a world filled with unsolved mysteries, unanswered questions, and unended stories, the book of Jonah offers us a unique perspective of a story ending without any real closure. This week we finish our journey through Jonah as Nicole sheds… Read More Jonah // Unanswered Unended The post Jonah // Unanswered Unended appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

Have you ever found yourself running from God, trying to escape his presence? In this week’s message, Nicole walks us through a though-provoking perspective on the story of Jonah, highlighting the deeper message of grace, mercy, and redemption found within… Read More Jonah // Grace in the Deep The post Jonah // Grace in the Deep appeared first on R…

Prepare for an exciting spiritual adventure like no other as we launch our latest sermon series on the book of Jonah. This captivating series promises to be a thought-provoking, laughter-filled, and deeply meaningful exploration of this well-known biblical tale. This… Read More Jonah // Prodigal Prophet The post Jonah // Prodigal Prophet appeared f…

This week we finished our series in Nehemiah. We’ve walked through an inspiring journey of rebuilding, reestablishing, and uniting as a community. Our teaching team has lead us through the challenges and triumphs of Nehemiah’s story, and illustrating the timeless… Read More Nehemiah // Deep Church The post Nehemiah // Deep Church appeared first on …

Discover the power of unity in this week’s journey through Nehemiah’s story! This week we explore the theme of unity and it’s transformative impact in the face of adversity. In his message, David shares personal experiences on how tragic events… Read More Nehemiah // Unity The post Nehemiah // Unity appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

This week we unlock the power of prayer and take a bigger look at Nehemiah’s story. Journeying through the entire book of Nehemiah we’ll look at crucial moments when Nehemiah and his community turned to prayer. Join us as we… Read More Nehemiah // But We Prayed The post Nehemiah // But We Prayed appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

Last week we ended on a cliffhanger, this week we’ll see the captivating story of God unfold. How he orchestrates the placement of His people in just the right place at the right time. Nehemiah’s story beautifully illustrates how each… Read More Nehemiah // Right Place. Right Time The post Nehemiah // Right Place. Right Time appeared first on Refug…

Welcome to week 1 of our series through the story of Nehemiah. Nehemiah is a story of FAITH IN ACTION! From the physical reconstruction of walls to the spiritual rebuilding of our souls, we’ll uncover how these narratives intertwine to… Read More Nehemiah // Jesus & Nehemiah The post Nehemiah // Jesus & Nehemiah appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

Refuge celebrates 7 years in ministry. In this message “I Am Enough” we journey through Palms 139, the Garden of Eden, the desert where Jesus encountered the woman at the well, and even BarbieLand! Whether you’ve felt the weight of… Read More Seven Years Later// I Am Enough The post Seven Years Later// I Am Enough appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

When Jesus walks on water, often we focus on the Sunday School version where Peter becomes the hero by stepping out in faith to walk on water, while the other disciples hesitate and stay in the boat. But there’s so… Read More Jesus Walks on Water // Part 2 The post Jesus Walks on Water // Part 2 appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

“How do we know any of this is even true?” Step into the extraordinary world of faith and wonder as we delve into one of the most iconic moments in history – the astonishing tale of Jesus walking on water.… Read More Jesus Walks on Water // Part 1 The post Jesus Walks on Water // Part 1 appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

In a world where barriers seem to separate us, this tale of friendship and unwavering faith reminds us that we, too, have the capacity to break down walls and ensure that all people have access to the boundless love of… Read More Jesus Heals A Paralyzed man // Part 2 The post Jesus Heals A Paralyzed man // Part 2 appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

We continue to delve into the good news of The Synoptic Gospels. This week we look at Jesus’ encounter with a paralyzed man in the book of Mark. What if God granted you your deepest desire? That one thing that… Read More Jesus Heals a Paralyzed Man // Part 1 The post Jesus Heals a Paralyzed Man // Part 1 appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

Tune in to our exciting new series on the Synoptic Gospels, where we dive into the Temptation of Jesus from the unique perspective of the Gospel of Matthew. Join us as we unveil the depths of Matthew’s Gospel. Discover the… Read More The Temptation of Jesus // Part 2 The post The Temptation of Jesus // Part 2 appeared first on Refuge.Church.…