Staff & Leadership

Jason Meyer

Lead Pastor
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“I have a deep and abiding passion to make much of Christ in all that I do. I feel overjoyed in my calling to love and lead the flock at Urban Refuge in the strength that God supplies.”
Jonathan Sutton

Associate Pastor
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“I'm excited to be part of a community of individuals doing life together, and growing in faith and their relationship with Jesus Christ. I love to see people exploring their faith, being discipled, and being encouraged in their giftings so that they can confidently step into the areas God has called them to be and serve.”
Tommy Wesley

Worship & Outreach Pastor
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“I have been leading worship since the early age of 16 and have had several different ministerial duties since then. Through worship and outreach I desire to help contribute to people having an experience with the Holy Spirit!”
Katie Brown

Family Life Minister
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“I want every child and youth that comes through our doors to know that they are loved, valued, and have been uniquely created by God to make an impact on their world. We strive to inspire future generations to claim their faith and establish their own authentic relationships with Jesus Christ.”
Scott Anderson

Executive Ministry Director
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“It is my joy to serve and facilitate ministry efforts at the Urban Refuge and beyond. I love to ‘equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ’ Ephesians 4:12.”
Vicki Stone

Office Administrator
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“Having been at this church for a long time, Urban Refuge has become like family to me. Assisting ministries to become more effective and efficient is a joy! It is my honor to use my God-given gifts to serve others at Urban Refuge so they can excel in their gifts. ‘…Since you are eager for gifts of the Spirit, try to excel in those that build up the church.’ (1 Cor. 14:12)”
Angie Helland

Finance Administrator
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“I believe that when a church’s operational systems are organized, foundationally strong, and run smoothly the entire church benefits. I’m grateful for the opportunity to lean into my gifts and passions, and I’m blessed to be able to support the sharing of the gospel and God’s love and mercy to the Urban Refuge Family and the community beyond.”
Mariah Smith

Next Gen Ministry Assistant
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“I am super excited to be taking on this role as Next Gen Ministry Assistant. I know that our kids are our future, and I hold tight to Proverbs 22:6 ‘Train up a child in the way he should go and when he is old he will not depart from it.’ I know that this training starts in our homes, and continues through the time our kids spend in our UR Kids and UR Youth programming. May we continue to teach children and youth to walk in the goodness of God!!!”
Markisha Herrod

Worship & Outreach Ministry Assistant
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‘The Lord is my light and my salvation, whom shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? When the wicked even mine enemies and my foes, came upon me to eat up my flesh they stumbled and fell. Though a host should encamp against me, my heart shall not fear: though war may rise against me; in this I will be confident.’ – Psalms 27:1-3

It makes my heart sing serving in this ministry as my passion is worship, outreach, and community. I’m so grateful to be a part of what God is doing and what he has in store here at Urban Refuge!
Hannah Brassfield

Female Youth Discipleship Leader
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“Having relationships with these teens & pointing them to Christ is one of my greatest joys. When I was a teen in youth group, I needed a youth leader who would listen to me without shame and judgment, honestly answer my questions, and authentically relate to me. It is my prayer that God would help me to be this kind of leader for the young women in our church.”

Board of Trustees

Ken Sheehan – Chair

“Our family started attending the Urban Refuge In 2007. We were searching for a new church home where we could feel connected and serve alongside our neighbors and make an impact for the Kingdom. It didn’t take long to get connected and start serving. We were drawn to the authenticity, humility, and the love of Christ that was shown for one another, and to us.”
Temi Ogunrinde – Vice Chair

“I started coming to Urban Refuge in 2022. So quickly this place became home. I love the fact that you can’t type this church. It’s truly a place for all to come and feel welcomed. This church and its people have been a true blessing to me. It’s an honor to serve on the board and continue to make Urban a place that folks can enter in to be seen, known and loved. This is a place to worship together, fellowship together, and spread God’s love to the masses.“
Matthew Fink – Treasurer

“I have been attending Urban Refuge for 15 years, and I have spent nearly my entire life attending church in this building here on the corner of 55th and Chicago Avenue. I have been serving in the nursery since high school and with the youth group since 2016. It has been a blessing to see Urban Refuge grow and transform into a place where everyone can come together and experience the love that God has for them.”
Lisa Hallberg – Secretary

“The Lord has given me a deep desire to love and advocate for the broken-hearted. His abundant love and mercy for me overflow my heart with compassion, care, and Christ-like love for others, especially marginalized communities and the hurting. I am humbled by the opportunity to love and serve the Urban Refuge family.”
Kenneth Young

“After almost 50 years of ministry, it is a privilege to be involved in a church that holds both a high view of scripture while also valuing multicultural community. I hope to encourage the growth and maturity of as many partners as possible here and Urban for the glory of our Father and His Son, Jesus Christ.”
Mike Bergman

I am thrilled to be pursuing God in community with those at the Urban Refuge. Carrie and I were part of the team that originally planted the Urban, and we were here for almost 13 years. After some time back at the planting church, we’ve been back for the past 4+ years. I love being part of this church – and am grateful for our vision to walk authentically with Christ, building a multi-ethnic body that reflects the diversity of the Kingdom. Jesus is teaching me what it means to take refuge in Him and to embrace my dependence on his love and life.
Lead Pastor Jason Meyer

“I came to the Urban Refuge in November of 2021. It is an unspeakable honor to shepherd the flock here and partner with the Board to cultivate a gospel culture of love for Christ and love for one another. I still cannot get over how the Lord saved a sinner like me, and I spend my days on this earth absolutely drenched in mercy. I am still head over heels in love with my wife, Cara, and I am delighted to be a father of four children.”