City of Refuge Ministerial Staff
Dr. Ricky E. Allen, Pastor, SuperintendentPastor Allen, in addition to being the Pastor of City of Refuge, works as a Business Development Counselor for the City of Austin and worked as an educator with the Austin Independent School District for many years. Pastor Allen holds degrees from Huston-Tillotson University and University of Texas at Austin. He also holds a Ph.D in chuch and biblical administration. Pastor Allen & his wife Amanda K. Allen reside in Austin with their 2 children, Timothy and Shundrayl. You may contact Pastor Allen via Email: PastorAllen@cityofrefugeaustin.org
City of Refuge Auxiliary Staff
Contact: mail@cityofrefugeaustin.org
Shirley J. Brown, District Missionary
Missionary Brown serves as District Missionary and Supervisor of Women in the Central Texas District where Dr. Allen is Superintendent. She is a prolific and dynamic speaker and very faithful and obedient to her pastor. She is also a successful entrepreneur and owner of Seek & Save daycare center and her own fashion boutique, J's Boutique. Her wisdom is second to none as she advises and instructs women in their holy walk of life. She serves as chairperson of the Deaconess Board for the Texas Southeast III Jurisdiction where Bishop C.L. Bryant is Presiding Prelate. She is the proud mother of First Lady Amanda K. Allen and mother-in-law to Dr. Ricky Allen. Missionary Brown offers a warm and outgoing spirit to all she encounters.
Deacon Callie Brown, Sunday School Superintendent Deacon Brown serves as a Deacon and as Finance Chairman at City of Refuge. His candor and wisdom has helped many to further their journey through Christ. Deacon Brown also serves as our District Sunday School Superintendent. He is a devoted beacon of Christianity for others to follow. He is the husband of Missionary Shirley Brown and the proud father of First Lady Amanda K. Allen and father-in-law to Dr. Ricky Allen. His quiet and willing spirit brings a soothing disposition to all he encounters.
Deacon Sylvester Meyers Jr., Youth Coordinator
Deacon Meyers serves as a Deacon and President of the Youth department @ City of Refuge. He serves in any capacity needed and we can always count on him to get our services started with praise and worship. He is a loyal and devoted servant who serves willingly & diligently. Deacon Meyers also teaches our elementary and teenage Sunday School classes. He is a well-trusted armor bearer for Christ. Sylvester always has a ready, warm smile and a loving disposition. He portrays what youth for Christ should exemplify.
Carolyn Gray, Website Manager Carolyn designed and manages the website for City of Refuge COGIC. Though she's not an official member of City of Refuge, her willingness to serve in any capacity needed brings her to worship with us from time to time. Carolyn prepares various publications and printing materials for the ministry. She enjoys singing, church activities & being a "computer nerd". If you encounter any problems with our website, please contact Carolyn via Email: poppie63@austin.rr.com