The House of Refuge is a inter-denominational, not for profit Christian ministry.  The mission of The House of Refuge is to address a fundamental gap in the service for displaced people in Burke County by providing emergency shelter and support for  those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. 

The vision of The House of Refuge is to present the Gospel of Jesus Christ through compassionate service sharing unconditional love and friendship with the homeless of Burke County bringing hope by providing:

• A place for food and rest for the body and refreshment for the soul

• A place where the stranger is welcome when there is no other room

• A networking center for those on the street to enter the care system of our community

Though other agencies in our area work diligently on behalf of the homeless, those they assist must meet the criteria in order to enter their programs.  Everyday, The House of Refuge reaches who have nowhere else to go.  We serve the community as a complementary and integral component in the overall effort to assist the homeless and needy.

For more information on the House of Refuge Ministries, call           828-403-6515 or email us at info@refugeministries.us.

One Family's Story

On July 9, 2008, one year old, Hayden Bailey, was was killed in a massive 17 car pile up on I-40 outside of Asheville, NC.  A year later both the parents and their own parents found themselves homeless in Burke County.  

Click here to learn more about their progress.