Refuge Weekly Update 10/28/25 Copy

November 12th, 2025
by Michael Kleinschmidt

Prepare Him Room

Prepare Him Room Virtual Women’s Event – Saturday, December 6 from 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Registration is open! Register here. We will also have an optional Christmas decoration and Christmas plate exchange. Bring your gently used item and leave with a new treasure. Please reach out to women@churchrefuge.com if you have any questions.

Father's Heart Thanksgiving Outreach

If you volunteered to serve at The Father’s Heart Thanksgiving Outreach on November 15, prayer and worship will begin at 11:30 a.m. in the sanctuary. If you are unable to join us for that time, please arrive by 12:30 p.m. at the Outreach Center. If possible, please wear black pants and a white shirt so guests can easily identify the servers. If you have any questions, please contact Kim Hidalgo at 724-493-0628.

Children’s Christmas Performance Practice

Our children have begun practicing for their Christmas performance this Sunday during regular class time. If you have children participating, please try to attend regularly over the next weeks. This special performance will be held on Sunday, December 14th at 11:00 AM.

Thanksgiving Service

Join us for a Thanksgiving Service on Tuesday, November 25 at 7:00 PM. This will be a night of worship and prayer as we prepare our hearts for Thanksgiving. For more information, please reach out to Michael Kleinschmidt at mkleinschmidt@churchrefuge.com. Please note: we will not have Wednesday Night classes on Wednesday, November 26.

Father's Heart Christmas Bags

If you took a bag to fill for the Father’s Heart Christmas Outreach, please return the bag by Sunday, November 30

Christmas Food Baskets

We will be providing Christmas Food Baskets again this year to anyone who has a need. The contents of the basket are for a Christmas meal. If you or someone you know, would benefit from a basket please contact Kim Hidalgo at khidalgo@churchrefuge.com by December 7 and provide the number of people who will be served by the meal. Baskets will be available in mid-December.

Boutique Volunteers

Our boutique has been growing and reaching more people. We also have been blessed with increasing donations. As a result, we need additional volunteers. There are lots of opportunities to serve in various capacities. We would especially appreciate volunteers on Wednesday evenings from 6:45 to 8:15 p.m. For additional information, please contact Katie Morgan at kmorgan@churchrefuge.com or Amber Hooke at 724-433-7004 .

Baby and Toddler Clothing Sorting

We need additional help sorting our donations of baby and toddler clothing. Please reach out to Patty Psioda at 412-897-5042 if you can help.

Nursery Volunteers

We are looking for volunteers willing to serve once a month in the nursery during the 11:00 AM service. Please get in touch with Carrie Hertzler at carriehertzler@gmail.com if you can help.

Christmas Decorating

We are looking for volunteers to decorate the church for Christmas on Tuesday, November 25, 10-noon? Please get in touch with Sue Kline at kline5@comcast.net or 724-433-7945 if you can help.

Father's Heart Thanksgiving Outreach

It’s the annual call for 1 volunteer to cook turkeys and 5 volunteers to serve at The Father’s Heart Thanksgiving Outreach on November 15. Turkeys will be provided. If you can help with the Thanksgiving outreach, please contact Corri Gross at corriagross@gmail.com.

New App

Check out our new app on the Apple Store or the Google Play Store.
In this app, you can:

- Get up to date News and Announcements
- Listen to past sermons
- Engage with your small group
- Follow a Bible reading plan
- Watch the Livestream when available
- Make a secure gift
- Listen to the Refuge Podcast
- Easily share media with your family and friends

Boutique Open Hours

Wednesday, November 12 from 7 pm - 8 pm
Wednesday, November 19 from 7 pm - 8 pm
Saturday, November 22 from 9 am - 11 am
Donations can be made Monday-Friday 9 am - 4 pm. Please call the church office at 724-578-5583 before coming to ensure someone will be available to receive your donation.

Ongoing Events

All Church Wednesday Nights

All Church Wednesday Nights at 7:00 PM. We have classes for Preschool through Adults and serve pizza in the school building at 6:45.

Men’s Group

Our Men’s Group meets on Tuesday nights at 7:00 PM in the church basement. The group is studying the book of Job. All men are welcome to join. If you have any questions or want additional information, please contact Mike Kleinschmidt at mkleinschmidt@churchrefuge.com.

Women’s Bible Study Tuesday Night

Our Zoom bible study meets on Tuesday nights via Zoom from 7:00 – 8:30 PM. The group is studying 1 Peter. Don't hesitate to get in touch with Sue Scimio at 724-216-2884 or Leslie House at 412-848-3647.

Women’s Group Thursday Morning

Our Thursday morning women’s group meets on Thursday mornings from 9:30 – 11:00 AM in the church basement. All women are welcome. Please contact Kim Hidalgo at 724-493-0628 if you plan to attend or have any questions.

Young Adult Women’s Bible Study

Our Young Adult Women’s bible study meets on Thursday nights from 6:45 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Sanderson’s home, 13500 Lincoln Way, N Huntingdon, PA 15642. The group is studying the "She Reads Truth" study on the book of Exodus. Who is invited? All young adult women in their 20's & 30's (single, married & young moms) Questions? Patty Sanderson 724-396-1809

Toddler Play Through the Bible

Toddlers (ages 2-4) and their parents/caregivers are invited to join us for a Play Through the Bible group. We meet monthly, from 12:30-1:30 pm, in the church school building. Play Through the Bible sessions include an age-appropriate Bible lesson, snack, and craft. Parents/caregivers are expected to stay with their toddler for the whole time. There will not be childcare available. For more information, join the Facebook group: Refuge Toddlers - Play Through the Bible or text/call Melissa Sanderson (412) 420-7686.

Moms Fellowship & Play Group

Our Moms Fellowship & Play group meets every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month, from 10-12 in the school building gymnasium. The Moms will be walking through the book "In the Trenches" and fellowshipping together while their children play. Who is invited? All moms and their kids! We are also looking for volunteers to help with childcare. Questions? Kristen Schall 412-525-3433