Pastor Bryan Maley teaching in The Refuge Church sanctuary

A Bible-believing church in South Whitley

Truth. Grace. Second chances.

The Refuge is a church where people gather around God's Word, worship Jesus Christ, and find room to begin again.

Gather with usSundays at 10:00 a.m.
Find us4975 W 1000 S, South Whitley, IN 46787
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A place to begin again

The Bible is central. Grace is practical.

At The Refuge, Scripture matters more than personality or opinion. We gather to hear God's Word, worship together, pray for one another, and carry the love of Christ into everyday life.

Second chances are more than a phrase here. They take shape through baptism, patient community, local service, and care for people walking through difficult seasons.

Pastor Bryan and another church leader praying with a person during an outdoor baptism
Real people. Honest questions. A living hope.

Life together

Small enough to know each other.

The life of The Refuge is visible in ordinary moments: worship, baptisms, conversations around a table, and people showing up for one another.

The Refuge congregation standing together during a Sunday gathering
Worship together
Pastor Bryan standing with a person during an outdoor baptism
New beginnings
A small church gathering sharing conversation around a table
Room at the table
Church members smiling together during a fellowship meal
Joy in community

Restoration in Whitley County

Showing up in difficult places.

Pastor Bryan and members of The Refuge offer teaching, encouragement, and spiritual care alongside work in the county jail, Whitley County's Jail Chemical Addiction Program, and the Sheriff's Department chaplaincy.

Weekly teaching

Listen wherever the week takes you.

Recent sermons are available to play or download through the church's official Logos archive.

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Aerial view of fields and countryside near South Whitley, Indiana

Connect with us

Questions are welcome.

Reach out before a Sunday visit, ask about getting involved, or simply introduce yourself.