Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025
Opening Songs - Cory Hutchinson-Reuss & JJ Alberhasky
Announcements - Pam Larson, Ministry Coordinator
Advent Candle Lighting & Reflection
Message - David BG, Exec. Pastor
Communion
Musical Worship
Closing Blessing
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News & Events
Consider Sanctuary
Like many other nonprofit organizations in the past couple years, Sanctuary has been impacted by a number of economic stressors. We're facing a budget shortfall for 2025, and we ask for your consideration as we come to the end of the year. Everything we do at Sanctuary is made possible through the regular and generous donations from our members and attenders. Thank you!
Christmas Eve Services
Join us for our traditional, family-friendly Christmas Eve service on Sunday, Dec. 24th. The identical services will be held at 4:00 and 5:15 p.m. The service includes Christmas carols, Scripture readings, a story for children, and candle-lit singing of “Silent Night.” Cookies and cider will be served after the service.
Wealth Management and Charitable Giving Seminar, Jan. 14
Sanctuary is offering a seminar on wealth management & charitable giving. The seminar will focus on charitable contributions and tax-related implications, including donating stocks and donor-advised funds. It’s happening on Wednesday, Jan. 14 at 6:30-7:30 p.m. in person with a Zoom option, and it will be led by Andrew Picchietti, a fiduciary with Midwest Financial Group.
Advent
Join us on Sundays beginning Nov. 30 as we celebrate Advent. Each Sunday service will feature a short reflection, a Scripture reading, and the lighting of the Advent candles as we look forward to the coming of Jesus that we celebrate at Christmas.
Mitten Tree
Our Hands On Faith ministry & children’s ministry have organized a collection for winter hats, mittens, and gloves. NEW and GENTLY USED items can be brought to Sanctuary any Sunday between Thanksgiving and Christmas and placed on or under the Christmas tree in the foyer. All donated items will go to Coralville Central Elementary. Thank you!
No Sunday Service on Dec. 28
Sanctuary will not hold any Sunday worship service on Sunday, Dec. 28. Enjoy the holidays!
Worship Team Musicians Wanted
We’re looking for experienced musicians to join our worship team. Do you play drums, guitar, bass, or keys? Interested in joining the team? Email communications@sanctuaryic.org to learn more about auditioning.
Sermon Podcast
Miss a Sunday? You can listen to the Sunday message on Sanctuary's weekly podcast. Search for "Sunday Teachings - Sanctuary Community Church" in iTunes or wherever you listen to podcasts.
General Information for in-person Sunday Services
Baby Lounge: You can hear the service from the baby lounge located in the rear right of the sanctuary.
Candle Lighting Station: Everyone is welcome to use the candle lighting station located against the back wall of the sanctuary. You can light a candle as a symbol of prayer, gratitude, grief, or remembrance.
Offering stations: Donation boxes are available on the back walls of the sanctuary. You can also give online or through Venmo (@SanctuaryCommunityChurch).
Restrooms: Please feel free to use the restroom that matches your gender identity.
Fragrance Free: We want everyone to be comfortable at our Sunday services. We request that you refrain from wearing scents. Thank you!