Church of Refuge (COR) is a resource offered by the Center for Youth Evangelism that assists local churches in providing meaningful, Christ-centered ministry that will attract and involve Young Adults.
Purpose
Significant numbers of youth and young adults leave the Seventh-day Adventist church every year for a number of reasons. In addition to all the other great initiatives in place and recognizing the strength of the local Church, the Center for Youth Evangelism has launched Church of Refuge (COR). We support local churches in providing meaningful, Christ-centered ministry that attracts and involves young adults.
Ministry Model
Local churches that demonstrate they are incorporating the 9 COR values in their ministry will join the COR Network. These churches will then be promoted to young adults through print and online media. We believe that there are countless churches that already exceed all these values and thus will find the process incredibly simple.
History
In ancient Israel, cities of refuge were secure, conveniently located, inclusive, spiritual communities for individuals seeking a safe haven. Similarly, churches of refuge are safe, friendly, accepting faith communities that welcome young people.
COR in the World
Visit Church Of Refuge in Europe.
Visit Church Of Refuge sponsored by the General Conference.
Are you already a COR Church?
Do you want to join the COR Network and be a Church where Young Adults can find a Welcoming Refuge?
Learn more by following us on Twitter and Facebook
Or send us an email to cor@cye.org.
COR featured in Adventist Review: Like Water Between Our Fingers
A sample of a COR congregation: PawPaw SDA Church
COR featured in Lake Union Herald: An Invitation (page 18)
Download the COR Values Guide here (soon).
COR Position Paper (PDF) – This paper, which was prepared for and presented at the 180 Symposium in 2008, covers the theological foundation of COR. It also presents the 9 COR Values and COR’s ministry model.