The Refuge serves as the "official"
youth ministries facility for the Morgantown Church of God. Former youth
pastor, Sean Byars, along with his wife, Kristal, led the 30-member youth
group in a 10-month renovation project before the center was opened in May
2001. The youth raised the needed funds and completed the work on their
own. More than 100 teens from the community and surrounding areas attended
the dedication service and concert.
When the local Church of God of Prophecy merged
with the Church of God in 1995, the Morgantown Church soon purchased the
former church's property. It remained vacant until Reverend Byars
organized the renovation campaign. The Refuge offers video and
board games, music, parties, concerts and worship services.
Special services and activities are held for
church youth at The Refuge throughout the week, including Bible
studies, prayer meetings, concerts and fellowship gatherings.
