Launching March, 2026
Launching March, 2026
We are the Jacksons
City of Refuge is Launching in Batavia, Ohio!
We are thrilled to announce the launch of City of Refuge, a new church plant in Batavia, Ohio. This vision was placed on our hearts over 12 years ago, at the very beginning of our journey in vocational ministry. Though we didn’t yet know when or how it would happen, we believed God was calling us to one day plant a church in Clermont County.
Since then, God has been preparing us—through years of ministry experience, serving in various churches, and growing our family. Today, we are parents to six amazing children: Levi (12), Hezekiah (11), Josiah (9), Alee (7), Canaan (5), and Solomon (2). Over the past year, God has clearly stirred our hearts and confirmed that now is the time to take this step of faith.
Our mission is simple but urgent: to reach the people of Clermont County with the life-changing message of Jesus Christ. City of Refuge exists to make disciples who make disciples, and to plant a church that will, in turn, plant future churches.
We invite you to join us in this mission—through prayer, financial support, and sharing this vision with others. Together, we can bring the hope of the Gospel to those in need of freedom, grace, and truth.
Launching March, 2026
Launching March, 2026
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We Can’t Do This Without You
The truth is—we need your support. Church planting is a step of faith that requires the partnership of many. Most importantly, we need your prayers. We are fully dependent on God’s guidance, provision, and blessing as we move forward.
We also need volunteers who are willing to serve at events, help spread the word, and come alongside us in practical ways as we launch City of Refuge.
And yes, we need financial support. Every aspect of planting a church—from outreach to meeting space—requires resources, and your generosity helps make it all possible.
This is your invitation to join us in the work of God's Kingdom—reaching the lost in Clermont County and letting them know there is a place of refuge, hope, and new life through a relationship with Jesus Christ.
Our Partners
Pastor Matt Burns Lead Pastor Hillsboro Bible Baptist Church
“We are truly excited to see all that God is going to do in Joe and Tacia’s life as a result of their call to start a church for His glory. Stacy and I see a passion for Christ that extends beyond the church walls because they live ministry as a family. Joe has the ability to find a vision for whatever ministry he is involved in and has the skills of laying out a plan to achieve the goals necessary to make the vision a reality. His wife, Tacia, is always working beside him to strengthen their efforts together as a family. He is a great leader for the kingdom of Christ and has a desire to see people saved, baptized, and growing in their walk with Jesus. A simple goal of, Disciples making disciples. Joe’s work ethic, leadership, enthusiasm, and heart are always striving to make a difference.”
“I am so excited that The Lord has called Joe and Tacia into church planting. I do believe God has equipped this couple in a unique way to reach the lost in Southern Ohio. They have a deep love for Jesus, their family, and people who need Christ. This couple has a “don’t give up” spirit in them and God is going to use that spirit to do what it takes to work through the difficulties of church planting.
Praying for you Joe and Tacia as you lead your family and make disciples for The King.”
Dr. Ray McKenzie Director of Missions Elmore Baptist Association
Dr Dan Lamb Former Pastor, Church Planter Hillsboro Bible Baptist Church
“It is with great delight I share the confidence we have in Joe and Tacia. They work so well as a team using each other’s strengths. Joe is both a visionary and an accomplisher. We are confident that when they get where they are planting a church our Lord will use them in great ways.”
