First Refuge Ministries

07/04/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸

Today, we celebrate 250 years of freedom! We honor those who have courageously served and sacrificed to protect it.

As we gather with family and friends, may we also take a moment to give thanks for the blessings we share and pray for God's continued guidance, peace, and unity for our nation.

From all of us at First Refuge Ministries, we wish you and your family a safe, joyful, and blessed Fourth of July!

"Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord." — Psalm 33:12

07/03/2026

Today, First Refuge Ministries is closed in observance of the Independence Day holiday.

As we celebrate the freedoms we enjoy, we are grateful for the opportunity to serve our community and pray for God's continued blessings on our nation.

We wish you and your family a safe, joyful, and blessed Fourth of July weekend!

🇺🇸 Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸

06/28/2026

As temperatures continue to climb along with high humidity, staying cool is important. If you need a cool place to escape the heat, Denton County has several cooling centers available. Please share this information with friends, family, and neighbors who may need it.

Stay cool. 🧊 Stay hydrated. 💧 Stay safe. ☀️

06/19/2026

Today, in observance of Juneteenth, all First Refuge Ministries offices are closed as we recognize and commemorate this important day in our nation's history.

Juneteenth serves as a time to reflect on the enduring values of freedom, unity, and hope, and to honor the progress made toward a more just and compassionate society.

We wish everyone a meaningful and peaceful Juneteenth.

06/05/2026

💥🎉 Join us in congratulating our 2025-2026 Equipped to Counsel Graduates!! 💥 🎉

First Refuge Counseling & Education is so honored and proud. 🥹

These students have worked so hard in completing ABC Level-1 Equipped to Counsel training and receiving their certification in Biblical Counseling awarded by the Association of Biblical Counselors.

Congratulations! 🎉

Mandy Harber
Kyla Green
Kim A. Noble
Stephanie Watterman
Kelly Fengler
Kimberly Hillegas
Mary Messerly
James Eric McGee
Alfred Gaines
James C. White Sr.

If you want to take this step! Check out: www.dentonrefuge.org/counseling-etc

Our next class starts September 1st 2026!

For more information about certification through the Association of Biblical Counselors: https://christiancounseling.com

(photos display certificates from First Refuge Counseling & Education)

05/27/2026

🔥 This Sunday at Charisma City… we’re turning the page! 🔥

After an incredible journey through the book of Ephesians, we are excited to welcome our brother, Mark Roberts, as our guest speaker as he helps us transition into our next study — the book of Acts! 📖

What does the Church really look like?
How did the early believers live?
What happens when faith moves beyond a building and becomes a movement? 👀

Come experience powerful worship, real community, and a deep dive into the Word as we begin exploring the birth of the Church and the power of the Holy Spirit in Acts.

If you’re looking for a place where the Bible comes alive and people are passionate about growing together, we’d love for you to be our guest this Sunday! 🙌🏽

📍 Charisma City
🕙 Fellowship Breakfast – 10:00 AM
🔥 Worship & The Word – 10:30 AM

05/27/2026

During the month of June, our Dental Clinic will be temporarily closed as we undergo construction and improvements to create a refreshed and welcoming space for the community we serve. This renovation is being made possible through the generosity of a dedicated donor who believes in the importance of accessible dental care for our neighbors in need.

While the clinic will be closed for appointments during construction, our team will still be available to take calls and respond to patient emails.

Thank you for your patience, support, and continued prayers as we work to improve the experience for every patient who walks through our doors

05/25/2026

Today we remember. Today we honor. 🇺🇸

First Refuge Ministries is closed in observance of Memorial Day as we reflect on the lives given in service to our country. We are grateful for the freedom to serve our community with compassion and care.

05/20/2026

Thank you to the amazing team from Heart of the City for coming out this morning. It was a great joy to share the work we are doing in Denton. If you don’t know about Heart of the city and the great work they are doing in Lewisville, check out their page!

Today, some of our staff members had the honor of visiting Refuge Ministries in Denton. A huge shoutout to Izell, Director of Operations, for showing us around, and to everyone who participates in helping the various ministry efforts there run. They are doing great work and Denton County is blessed to have them as a resource.

05/07/2026

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