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Refuge University (RU) is one initiative of the Refuge Youth Ministry of First Baptist Church, Jefferson City, Missouri.

​CONTACTS:
Melissa Hatfield, Pastor of Youth and Missions
573.634.3603
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Mark Leesman, RU Coordinator
417.894.8402
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Refuge Youth Ministry is introducing a leadership track, Refuge University (RU), to help students in grades 7-12 take the next step in their faith journey. RU is designed to move students from an introduction to Refuge Youth Ministry and First Baptist Church, to a focus on spiritual formation and ending with a year focus on discovering and using their gifts and passions for the community, church and the Lord.

Each course is one semester in length with various Sunday classes. RU301 and RU401 require work outside Sunday morning classes. RU301 also requires an application.

You can read more below about each course and the dates they are offered. You can also view the informational brochure here.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS:

• RU201 - RU101 is required for RU201.
• RU301 - RU101 and RU201 are required before applying for RU301. You must complete this application and turn it in to Mark or Mel by September 10. 
• RU401 - RU101, 201 and 301 are required.

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RU101

This class is an introduction into Refuge Youth Ministry and First Baptist Church. We will discuss the mission, vision and values of these ministries and what it means to be part of a church. We will also give an overview of Baptist Basics and major church ordinances like baptism and the Lord's Supper.

OFFERED: Each Fall
​PREREQUISITE: RU 101

CLASS DATES:

• Sunday, October 1
• Sunday, November 5
• Sunday, December 3

RU201

This class will help you develop the HABITS you need to become fully devoted followers of Jesus. We will discuss and practice: Hang Time with God; Attend Church; Be Generous; Invest in Christian Friendships; Tell My Story; and Serving Others.

OFFERED: Each Spring
PREREQUISITE: RU 101

CLASS DATES:

• TBD

RU301 & RU401

This courses are taken in conjunction with one another. The fall semester is about discovering your spiritual gifts and passions as well as leadership. Students will visit community partners to learn about needs in the community God has placed us.

In RU401, students will use their spiritual gifts and passions to design a project that ithat influences the church, youth ministry and/or community. Students will design and complete their approved project by the end of the spring semester.

OFFERED: Annually
PREREQUISITES: RU101; RU201; Application; High School Student

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