As we pray and prepare for the possible effects of Hurricane Ian, we will keep you informed of the status of our Sunday Services. We are posting storm-related updates on our Facebook Page and sending through our mobile alert system. To stay informed text "GRM" to 33222.
Please know that Refuge is your place of Safety and we are here for you and your family. If you need anything please don’t hesitate to call our office of ministry care at (386) 334-4636. We love you and are praying for you and our entire State. Be safe!
Prepare
For information about the closest shelters in your area, visit redcross.org.
Below, you can download our Hurricane Emergency Contacts and other resources.
Click HERE Hurricane Emergency Contacts
Pray
Use the scriptures and prayer prompts below to join us in praying for the city, state, and world as Hurricane Ian approaches.
Psalm 46:1
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.
THOSE IN NEED: Pray for a supernatural movement of the storm to weaken before landfall. Pray for peace to fill people as they prepare and bunker down. Pray for wisdom to know when and how to move about afterward. Pray for survivors to receive help in their circumstances.
THOSE RESPONDING: Pray for first responders as they leave their loved ones to help others. Pray for volunteers to be equipped and meet physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Pray for shelters to be fully staffed and a safe haven. Pray for everyone be a “Good Neighbor” and extend love and grace.
THOSE IN CHARGE: Pray for local officials to give reliable information and clear instructions. Pray for local pastors and church leaders to make good decisions to help people. Pray for FEMA, Florida Governor, and Disaster Relief Teams to expedite cleanup. Pray for civil order and calm to cover our city the Beautiful.
Scripture Reading:
Psalm 20:1
Isaiah 41:10
Psalm 5:11
Psalm 91:1-2
Psalm 121:1-2