Ministries
We offer a wide range of ministries for people in all seasons of life! Tap or click below to learn more about the following ministries.
Children’s Ministry
Sunday mornings, families gather together for worship at the start of our main service, then share a minute with the pastor before dismissal to Refuge Kid’s Ministry. Classes include Nursery for our 0 - 2 year olds, PreK for 3 years to kindergarten and an Elementary class for 1st - 5th graders. Our chronological, bible-based curriculum leads kids in learning how each story fits together to tell the Big Story of God’s love and redemption through Jesus Christ. We also have seasonal events for kids throughout the year.
Youth Ministry
Teens get together to study the Bible and apply what it says to their lives. Led by our elders and deacons, we treat junior high and high school boys and girls as young men and women, not talking down to them but calling them up to maturity and a strong foundation. When we get together, we briefly review how we are all doing in school and at home, then we pray, dig into some scripture, look at church history, and review historic teaching and catechisms. We also have seasonal outings, including a summer retreat.
Meets: 1st & 3rd Sundays • 11:30am-12:30pm Fellowship Hall
adult Ministry
At Refuge Church we are passionate about connecting and sharing in gospel living. Our goal is to see every member of Refuge Church in a community relationship, connected to others so that we all can grow in the faith. We host men's and women's studies and fellowship, co-ed Bible studies, virtual and in-person studies, Sunday morning classes and more. Check the calendar for our current crop of offerings.
Interests
Film & Theology
We engage film and culture for the glory of God with monthly film viewings, followed by a related teaching/message on narrative and spiritual themes. Typically the 3rd Friday of the month, 6:45pm. Check the calendar for details. Pastor James also co-hosts the Popcorn Theology podcast.
Heartbeat Fitness
Where EVERY BODY Belongs! Women seek wellness and health through movement to music targeting cardio, strength and endurance! Not only will you get a great workout, but you’ll also develop great friendships! We workout together, laugh together, celebrate together and always, pray together! Tuesday/Thursday 5:30pm @ Refuge Church.
Missions & Outreach
A percentage of our weekly giving goes to support missions and outreach. We also have a “Deacon’s Fund” that goes to supplement support requests for members of our church community. We also take offerings for special needs. Every year we review how we support local and global outreach. Currently, we support the following:
Nourishing Network
The Nourishing Network partners with our local School District as a weekend meal program for the district’s homeless and low-income families. We collect food and help host a monthly pop-up pantry.
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The Al Ma'idah Initiative
The Al-Ma’idah Initiative exists to promote and facilitate friendship and gospel conversation between Christian and Muslim communities in Seattle and beyond.
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Care Net
Founded in 1975, Care Net is a Pro Abundant Life ministry that empowers women and men considering abortion to choose life for their unborn children and find abundant life in Christ.
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ACTION
Action International Ministries provides theological training, discipleship, conferences, and resources to pastors in under privileged communities. They also provide practical support to pastors in these areas.
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Steps of Justice
Steps of Justice is a justice-based organization that partners with local churches to bring awareness, education and practical steps that help us engage in serving the poor and oppressed of the world. They build houses for those in need, host trips to support efforts in Cambodia and more.