
ABOUT US:
Refuge Youth Network is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization in Altoona, PA with the mission of creating a youth culture based on the love of Jesus Christ. We provide students spiritual direction and social support through our after-school and summer programming, and youth ministries at four campuses across Blair County.
(Altoona, Bellwood, Tyrone, and Hollidaysburg)
Our ministry is focused on serving the next generation of believers and expanding the Kingdom of God past the confines of our community. We reach out to youth and train up campus leaders through coaching, mentorship, and lesson plans.
Our goal is to expand our reach to youth to lead them to a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
GRADES 6-12
TUESDAY 6:30pm
LOCATED @ JOURNEY CHURCH
511 Union Street, Hollidaysburg

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Jacob Ebersole is the Director for the Hollidaysburg Campus at Refuge Youth Network.
A native of Martinsburg, PA, he earned his degree in Ministry Leadership with a minor in Church Music from the University of Valley Forge in 2024. Passionate about ministry and community, Jacob is dedicated to mentoring and empowering the next generation.
In his free time, he enjoys creating music, drinking good coffee, and spending quality time with family and friends.


During our 11am service only, middle school age students are dismissed after our worship time in the main sanctuary to join Pastor Jacob for a small group focus lesson and a chance to connect and build relationships.