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What should I expect when I visit on Sunday
We want City of Refuge to be a place of hope and healing. We believe this is found in having a personal relationship with a loving, faithful God. It is our privilege to serve and help provide an atmosphere for that relationship to develop. We are intentional about worshipping in spirit and truth, learning and growing victoriously in the Word, and providing a place of safety for those who are hurting. We have determined that, “We will worship, live, and serve in the freedom of Spirit and Truth as we declare His name to the nations.”
City of Refuge is a unique blend of people. That is reflected in everything we do. At City of Refuge we love to praise and worship God. The Word of God tells us that He inhabits the praises of His people (Psalm 22:3)
We play instruments during our time or worship.
(2 Samuel 6:5, Psalm 150, and Isaiah 38:20)
At times, we may get loud in our worship! We are excited about our God!
(Psalm 66:1, Psalm 88:1, Psalm 98:4-6)
We sing and lift our voice to worship and praise the Lord.
(Exodus 15:21, Psalm 95:1-2, Ephesians 5:19)
We lift our hands as a sign of surrender and honor towards God.
(Psalm 63:4, Psalm 134:2, 1 Timothy 2:8)
We clap our hands and make a joyful noise unto the Lord.
(Psalm 47:1, Isaiah 55:12)
We will speak in an unknown language as the Holy Spirit communicates through us and in us.
(1 Corinthians 2:111, Romans 8:26-27, Acts 2:4)
We worship the Lord and rejoice through dancing before Him.
(2 Samuel 6:16, Psalm 30:11, Jeremiah 31:3)
We use signals and banners in our worship to declare the attributes of God. The colors speak and signify characteristics of our Lord.
(Psalm 20:5, Isaiah 62:10, 1 Samuel 18:6, Song of Songs 2:4)
We are a family. We love children! We are raising the leaders of the next generation! We have done all possible to make sure that your children are in good hands with us… but if you’re uncomfortable leaving your children in a new place, feel free to keep them with you. However, we do provide nurseries and classes for children to age 12.
If you like dressing up, dress up! If you like wearing jeans, wear jeans! You will find that the dress and atmosphere is as unique as the people who attend. City of Refuge is a loving group of people who accept you as you are.
Meet the people behind City of Refuge
Lead Pastor
C.E. Director & Worship Arts
Worship and Children’s Ministries
Sunday School Director
Secretary/Treasurer
Senior Adult Director
Ladies Ministry Director
Missions Director
Prayer Chain Director
First Impressions Director
City of Refuge
Twenty–six people met on February 15, 1981 at Ramsey Memorial Methodist Church under the leadership of Rev. P.F. Taylor. According to Taylor, “when we met that day, we came together as a group of believers—but we emerged as an organized church.” On April 30, 1981 the church family had a special meeting at a property on Courthouse Rd. Taylor writes, “we sat on the floor, leaned against walls, etc.- but- we had agreed to buy this site, 5711 Courthouse Rd, by the time the meeting ended.”
At this time they chose the name Faith Heritage Fellowship Church of God. When Bro & Sis Taylor resigned as pastors in April 1987, after 6 years of leading the congregation, they left behind a well established church with a sanctuary and parsonage. Following the Taylors there were 5 other pastors that served our congregation:
| Pastor | Served for: |
|---|---|
| Rev. John T Cahill | April 1987- November 1987 |
| Rev. William D. Robertson, I | November 1987- June 1993 |
| Rev. Patrick J. Sturgill, Sr | July 1993 – April 1995 |
| Rev. Wendell Golden | April 1995 – June 1996 |
| Rev. Dana Cook | June 1996 – October 2002 |
During the tenure of Dana Cook, the church went through two additional building programs and numerous property improvements. Our current pastor, David L Hindman, assumed the pastorate in November of 2002.
In our annual Business Meeting on February 16, 2014 the voted unanimously to change our name from Faith Heritage Fellowship to City of Refuge. Though none of the original members are a part of the church today, we stand on the shoulders of pastors and members who labored diligently and sacrificed greatly to bring us to this place.
Hours:
Tuesday – 11am to 12pm
Saturday – 11am to 12pm
Director: Eva Angell
PHONE: (804) 675-2183
EMAIL: seekrefugeva@aol.com
ADDRESS: 5711 Courthouse Road Chesterfield, VA 23832
SUNDAYS: Services: 11AM
WEDNESDAYS: Service: 7PM