Welcome Information

What can I expect my first time at Sanctuary?
We know it can be a little unnerving to step into somewhere new, especially when you’re not exactly sure about the details that matter to you. Here are some answers to frequently asked questions about the church to give you a picture of what Sanctuary looks like week to week.

What kind of people make up Sanctuary?
What you’ll encounter when you attend Sanctuary is a diverse biblical community where people seek to know and love God, live in community with others and serve our city as we think Jesus would. Some in regular attendance are just checking out Christianity for the first time, while others have been in church their whole lives. Sanctuary is attended by different ethnicities, ages and backgrounds. Everyone is welcome.

What if I’m not used to going to church?
You are the reason we started Sanctuary. Sanctuary wants to be a comfortable place for those who are curious about God but have never felt comfortable in church. We want Sanctuary to be a place where you can learn, apply, and wrestle with God and what he wants for you. It’s okay if you don’t have it all figured out yet. Even the original followers of Jesus had doubts.

What will the worship service be like?
We try to keep it very simple. We make Jesus the focus. We follow a basic pattern of meeting together that is traced back to the early Church. We learn from the Bible, pray, meditate, sing and reflect. We also remember Jesus each week by taking communion together. The goal through it all is to be transformed into people that honor Jesus with our lives. That includes learning to love God, others, and our city with pure hearts.

What does the pastor talk about?
We believe that since God created us, he is relevant to every aspect of life. We seek to discuss the entire spectrum of issues we face today, while applying the ageless truths of the Bible in a format that’s easy to understand, even if you’ve never been to church. Typically, we go through entire sections of the Bible so we may learn truth in context.

What should I wear?
At Sanctuary, you’re welcome to wear whatever you’d like. There is no set dress code, although the attire is more on the casual side. Just be you.

What about my children?
Do you have a children’s ministry? Absolutely. Sanctuary is a family-friendly environment. We believe that children are a blessing from God and should be taught about God in an age appropriate manner. We provide care for newborns through elementary age children.

Can I invite my friends?
Please do! We seek to be a welcoming environment for people who are curious about what it means to follow Jesus or those who are seeking to belong to a community of believers.   

What kind of church is Sanctuary?
We are an interdenominational Christian church which means we have people from all different backgrounds. For a deeper look at our beliefs, click here.

How can I get involved?
There are many ways to get connected at Sanctuary. Whether you’re serving on Sundays or the many opportunities to serve all over the city, we believe you should serve somewhere. Anyone is welcome to participate as we serve our community. For more specific opportunities check out ways to get connected.

These answers were okay, but how can I find out more about the church?
You can read more about Who We Are and What We Believe, or email us at info@charlestonsanctuary.com for more information.