How To Connect

Getting connected at Refuge is all about showing up and building relationships! Here are a few ways for you to begin plugging in at Refuge.

We’re a pretty informal place. Come in a little bit before the service starts and grab a coffee or tea. Meet our greeters, members, and elders. Stop by the Connections Area straight ahead after you enter the building for more information about Refuge.

Join Us On Sunday!

Step One

Step Two

Get To Know Us

This is held after the 10:00 AM service. Check our Upcoming Events Calendar to see when the next cafe will be hosted. Enjoy a light lunch courtesy of Refuge and meet some of our leaders. We will provide an overview of some of Refuge’s structures and answer any questions you may have!

Connections Cafe

Our elders or ministry leaders would love to get to know you over coffee or tea so you can share your story or you can hear ours. To schedule this, just email the elders or talk to one of us before or after the Sunday service.

Grab A Coffee

Our phone app, available for iPhones and Androids, is a convenient way to quickly access Refuge news, sermons, upcoming events, and more! To find it search, “Refuge Church St. Charles” in your preferred App Store.

Download The App

  • Four men performing music, one holding a microphone, another playing a guitar, standing in a park shelter area with microphones and music stands.
  • Group of children posing playfully by a "Welcome to Camp Trinity Refuge Church" sign, surrounded by trees and grass.
  • People in a nursing home setting with elderly individuals in wheelchairs and children interacting. Background includes chairs, walkers, and wall decor with soft lighting.
  • Painting of a handshake between two people with neutral backgrounds
  • Outdoor seating area of a Chicken N Pickle restaurant at night, illuminated by string lights, with red chairs and tables.
  • Red mug with white cross, "Men's Retreat" text, Refuge Church logo, and date April 25th, 2025. Outdoor setting with people in background.
  • Loaf of crusty bread on a cloth next to a dark, ceramic wine goblet on a wooden table.
  • Scenic landscape with a river, grassy fields, a bridge, and a willow tree under a cloudy sky.
  • Educational materials including 'The New City Catechism' curriculum books, notebooks, crayons, pencils, and scissors on a table.
  • Book titled "Live No Lies" by John Mark Comer on a wooden table with a plant nearby.

Engage Throughout The Week

Step Three

GC’s are our primary vehicle for building gospel-centered relationships. They usually meet weekly in the homes of Refuge members throughout the St. Charles area. GC’s share meals, reflect on God’s Word, pray together, & encourage and care for each other.

Gospel Community Groups

Our men’s and women’s ministries regularly host events to help people connect and build relationships. Some of these events have included: Pinterest Craft Night, Father-Child Fishing, Cardinals Games, Woodworking, trips to the wineries, etc. We also have annual retreats, and periodic prayer meetings and Bible studies.

Men’s and Women’s Ministries

Step Four

Make Refuge Your Home

This three-part class is our pathway to membership. It takes place every spring and fall and is a great way to meet other people who are interested in knowing more about Refuge. Elders lead each week as we discuss the history, beliefs, and mission of Refuge.

Refuge Essentials

Help our Sunday services run smoothly. There are many ways you can serve in the weekly life of Refuge. From greeting people, to setting up coffee, to loving our children, we have a place for you. To volunteer, talk to an Elder or Ministry Leader or let us know on our App.

Volunteer

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