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SUMMARY:Bible Study
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a weekly bible study led by our Teaching Pastor\, Rev. John Miller\, on Monday evenings at 7pm in the Parlor starting September 18th.
URL:https://sanctuary-church.com/event/bible-study-3/2023-09-18/
LOCATION:The Parlor\, 300 Willits St\, Birmingham\, MI\, 48009\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230917T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230917T120000
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SUMMARY:Mission Moment
DESCRIPTION:It all started in 2022\, when Angel Flewellyn began preparing a Sunday dinner for 12 homeless people. Now she prepares meals for almost 100\, six days a week\, at the Rosa Parks Transit Center in Detroit. She calls her ministry the Sunday Best Crew so the homeless can enjoy a home-cooked nutritious meal traditionally served on Sunday. Thanks to Angel\, homeless seniors\, veterans\, young adults aged out of the foster care\, and others struggling with mental illness\, can increase their healthy eating habits and decrease the risk of serious health problems. \nMost of the people she feeds do not qualify for government food assistance because they lack proper identification\, which prevents their access to health care and services\, and leaves them more vulnerable to chronic disease and illness. The Outreach Team selected this ministry to support the increasing number of vulnerable people in Detroit lining up for their only source of food. We will be asking for donations of lunch bag suitable fresh fruit to bring to church on Sept. 24\, which we will deliver that day. You may also donate money during September towards the use of a food truck in the future. For more information go to sundaybestcrew.org or come to the Mission Moment after church on Sept.17 to watch a television broadcast about her ministry. Please see Janice or Harriet if you have any questions.
URL:https://sanctuary-church.com/event/mission-moment-20/
LOCATION:The Parlor\, 300 Willits St\, Birmingham\, MI\, 48009\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230915T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230915T220000
DTSTAMP:20260420T103752
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T173123Z
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SUMMARY:Fowling for Food
DESCRIPTION:Support Friendship House with Fowling for Food \nThe most fun you’ll ever have feeding hungry people! Join us Friday\, September 15th from 6:30-10pm. Tickets are now on sale for $30\, tickets include 2 hours of fowling\, food\, t-shirt\, and so much fun!! Must be 21+ to participate.
URL:https://sanctuary-church.com/event/fowling-for-food-2/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230912T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T103752
CREATED:20230901T172400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240504T012011Z
UID:7643-1694512800-1694516400@sanctuary-church.com
SUMMARY:Bible Study
DESCRIPTION:After a summer hiatus\, the Tuesday morning Bible Study will resume Tuesday\, September 12\, at 10:00 am in the Parlor. This fall’s focus will be on the Pentateuch\, the first five books of the Old Testament. For some\, this may be the first time they have studied the Old Testament and for others this will be more familiar. All are welcome! The first class will be 90 minutes and the remainder will be 60 minutes in length. If you would like to prepare\, read Genesis 1-3. Joan Trusty will be teaching.
URL:https://sanctuary-church.com/event/bible-study-2/2023-09-12/
LOCATION:The Parlor\, 300 Willits St\, Birmingham\, MI\, 48009\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230910T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230910T123000
DTSTAMP:20260420T103752
CREATED:20230901T172130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T172130Z
UID:7641-1694345400-1694349000@sanctuary-church.com
SUMMARY:Welcome Home Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual homecoming picnic following our worship on September 10th. Lunch will be provided and we will have some fun learning more about each other. Please let Glenn know if you are able to attend.
URL:https://sanctuary-church.com/event/welcome-home-picnic/
LOCATION:Fellowship Hall\, 300 Willits St\, Birmingham\, MI\, 48009\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230806T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230806T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230803T172255Z
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SUMMARY:Mission Moment
DESCRIPTION:Forgotten Harvest performs a unique function in Metro Detroit to relieve hunger and prevent nutritious food waste. They rescue food surpluses from grocery stores\, markets\, restaurants\, and caterers\, which would otherwise go to waste\, and deliver it free-of-charge to non-profit emergency food providers. Our American Baptist Friendship House is one of them. Their mission is to put into action as they deliver 144\,000 pounds of surplus food per day to families who are food insecure and struggle to cover the cost of basic life necessities. Forgotten Harvest helps create communities that work together to end hunger and increase individual\, neighborhood\, economic\, and environmental health. \nOn August 6\, the Mission Moment will feature Forgotten Harvest Community Engagement Coordinator\, Mary Moore-Butler\, who will enlighten us about how the organization fights food insecurity and waste. She will highlight their new facility in Oak Park and 95-acre farm in Fenton that grows fresh produce. We will also learn about the organization’s many programs\, including mobile and school pantries\, summer lunch and youth snack programs\, and providing fresh food for seniors and veterans. \nAs inflation continues to impact the cost of food and other necessities\, emergency food providers are seeing an increased need across Southeast Michigan. The Outreach team asks for your support to help relieve hunger in Metro Detroit and prevent nutritious food waste through your donations to Forgotten Harvest.
URL:https://sanctuary-church.com/event/mission-moment-19/
LOCATION:The Parlor\, 300 Willits St\, Birmingham\, MI\, 48009\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230709T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230709T120000
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SUMMARY:Mission Moment
DESCRIPTION:The Outreach Team is shifting its focus to Food Insecurity for the remainder of this year and chose five local non-profits because they create access to healthy food or deliver free food to needy families\, the homeless and seniors. Not having access to sufficient food to meet basic needs is a concern that impacts the U.S. and our state. 34 million people in the U.S. are food insecure\, 9 million of which are children. In Michigan 1 in 9 people\, and 1 in 8 children\, face hunger. These organizations supplement government assistance programs to decrease those statistics. Their services address the causes of food insecurity such as unemployment\, lack of housing\, chronic medical conditions\, disabilities and racial or ethnic disparities. Each of these non-profits are outstanding examples of how food insecurity is being addressed. The team invites you to learn more by attending the Mission Moments after worship.
URL:https://sanctuary-church.com/event/mission-moment-18/
LOCATION:The Parlor\, 300 Willits St\, Birmingham\, MI\, 48009\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230611T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230611T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T103752
CREATED:20230602T150551Z
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UID:7581-1686483000-1686484800@sanctuary-church.com
SUMMARY:Mission Moment
DESCRIPTION:One Great Hour of Sharing serves tens of thousands of people in over 80 countries. American Baptist Churches–USA uses this offering to help disaster victims\, displaced persons\, and those with chronic human needs\, both in the U.S. and overseas. In 2022 they distributed 70% of 2.8 million dollars to carry out urgent disaster relief efforts. This year our offering will be designated for the victims of the recent tornadoes and floods in the U.S. Come to hear more about OGHS and disaster relief after church on June 11.
URL:https://sanctuary-church.com/event/mission-moment-17/
LOCATION:The Parlor\, 300 Willits St\, Birmingham\, MI\, 48009\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230604T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230604T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T103752
CREATED:20230602T150342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230602T150342Z
UID:7579-1685878200-1685880000@sanctuary-church.com
SUMMARY:Sunday School Art Show
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, June 4 after the worship service\, join June and Mazie Olsen\, along with their teacher Joan Trusty\, in the Parlor as they share the variety of arts and crafts they have created over this past year as part of their Sunday classes. June and Mazie have used everything from clay to watercolor to illustrate what they have been learning. Most of the year was spent learning the major stories of the Old Testament\, with a special emphasis on the lives of Moses and David. In addition\, each of the events of Holy Week and the story of Pentecost also were part of the curriculum for this year. Join us for some great art and for typical Sunday School snacks!
URL:https://sanctuary-church.com/event/sunday-school-art-show/
LOCATION:The Parlor\, 300 Willits St\, Birmingham\, MI\, 48009\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230507T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230507T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T103752
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SUMMARY:Mission Moment
DESCRIPTION:It is alarming to learn that one in four people sitting in our pews has a family member struggling with mental health\, and that a majority of those go first to a spiritual leader for help. Pathways to promise provides that resource by lifting up the vital role of faith in the treatment and recovery of mental illness. American Baptist Home Mission Societies supports this interfaith cooperative that facilitates the faith community’s work in reaching out to those with mental health challenges\, disabilities\, addictions\, and their families. They focus on the important role of faith and spirituality in treating mental illness and helping family members to find strength and hope in caring for a loved one with a mental illness. \nOne of their programs is Mental Health Ministries\, a web-based interfaith outreach that offers downloadable print and media resources adaptable to the unique needs of each congregation. These help churches learn how to create an atmosphere of faith for people with mental illnesses\, allowing them to actively share their gifts and interests in their communities. The Mission Moment on May 7 will feature a video interview with Curtis-Ramsey Lucas\, ABHMS staff member\, board member of Pathways to Promise\, and editor of the Christian Citizen magazine. He encourages pastors to speak out about mental illness with directness and compassion and addresses the disconnect between mental health need and appropriate care. Your donations to this vital program will help sustain the Pathways to Promise ministry and support its ability to provide resources that help erase mental illness stigma in our faith communities.
URL:https://sanctuary-church.com/event/mission-moment-16/
LOCATION:The Parlor\, 300 Willits St\, Birmingham\, MI\, 48009\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230427T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230427T220000
DTSTAMP:20260420T103752
CREATED:20250306T212923Z
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SUMMARY:Candlelight Concerts
DESCRIPTION:Candlelight Concerts bring the magic of a live\, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Detroit. Get your tickets here to discover a variety of music at Sanctuary Church Birmingham under the gentle glow of candlelight (tickets are sold exclusively by Fever\, not by the church or at the door). \nGeneral Info \n\nDates and time: Thursdays and Fridays at 6:30 PM and 8:45 PM\nDuration: 60 minutes (doors open 30 mins prior to the start time and late entry is not permitted)\nAge requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult\nAccessibility: accessible parking\, entrance\, and restroom available\nSeating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone\nView the FAQs for this event here\n\nIf you have any questions\, the best ways to contact Candlelight Concert customer service are: \n\nEmail hello@feverup.com\nAt the bottom of Feverup.com there is a Support button\nIf in the Fever App\, go to your profile\, click “Help” and there are options for live chat\, submitting a form\, or phone support\nContact by phone at +1 (646) 849 6917 – Subject to availability\, you may have to leave a message and receive a callback or email\, so we recommend emailing for a faster response
URL:https://sanctuary-church.com/event/candlelight-concerts/2023-04-27/
LOCATION:Sanctuary Church\, 300 Willits St\, Birmingham\, MI\, 48009\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230416T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230416T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T103752
CREATED:20230403T183709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230407T135956Z
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SUMMARY:Mission Moment
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to welcome Jeni Pedzinski\, Director of Mission Mobilization at International Ministries\, via zoom on April 16th following worship for an update of her ministry work. Sanctuary has supported Jeni through her 6 year assignment at the New Life Center in Thailand and in her transition to her current role.
URL:https://sanctuary-church.com/event/mission-moment-15/
LOCATION:The Parlor\, 300 Willits St\, Birmingham\, MI\, 48009\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230403T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230403T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T103752
CREATED:20230403T182528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230403T182528Z
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SUMMARY:Holy Week at Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:The sanctuary will be open for prayer and meditation from 11am to 1pm throughout Holy Week.
URL:https://sanctuary-church.com/event/holy-week-at-sanctuary/2023-04-03/
LOCATION:Sanctuary Church\, 300 Willits St\, Birmingham\, MI\, 48009\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230402T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230402T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T103752
CREATED:20230403T183032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230403T183032Z
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SUMMARY:Mission Moment
DESCRIPTION:The speaker for April’s Mission Moment is Menachem Hojda\, Social Worker & Recipient Rights Trainer at Oakland Community Health Network. He will focus on suicide prevention services in Oakland County and the offering will be designated for Common Ground\, a 24 hr crisis Hotline that contracts with Oakland Community Health Network. In these times of increased suicides\, it is important that we become aware of the impact it has in our community. You are welcome to attend the Mission Moment directly after church in the parlor.
URL:https://sanctuary-church.com/event/mission-moment-14/
LOCATION:The Parlor\, 300 Willits St\, Birmingham\, MI\, 48009\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230313T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230313T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T103752
CREATED:20230305T115900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230305T115900Z
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SUMMARY:Sanctuary Sisters at Have You Any Wool?
DESCRIPTION:The Sanctuary Sisters would like to invite anyone interested in learning more about fiber from our very own Shelley Olsen\, at her new shop Have You Any Wool in Berkley. Join us on March 13th\, at 11:30 for lunch and learning more about fiber crafts. Please let Shelley Olsen know if you would like to join\, or if you need a ride. \nHave You Any Wool is located at 3455 Robina Ave Berkley\, MI 48072. Free parking in the lot behind the store.
URL:https://sanctuary-church.com/event/sanctuary-sisters-at-have-you-any-wool/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230305T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230305T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T103752
CREATED:20230305T120558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230305T120644Z
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SUMMARY:Mission Moment
DESCRIPTION:In the next four months\, Monthly Mission Offerings will focus on mental wellness and the non-profits dedicated to improving the lives of the mentally ill and their families. They advocate\, educate\, support\, and raise public awareness about mental illness. And they remind us that without treatment\, the consequences for people and society are staggering\, as we have just witnessed with the mass shooting at Michigan State University. \nMental health professionals stress that treatment is available. Yet\, the stigma of weakness and poor access to services have created barriers. The need is evident when Michigan spends over three billion a year on public behavioral health care services. One in four adults have suffered from some form of mental illness. Ten percent of children and adolescents have a serious mental disorder. Major Depressive Disorder is the leading cause of disability for women and children in the world. \nIn March we will learn about NAMI (National Assoc. of Mental Illness)\, a grassroots mental health organization with affiliates in every state and over 1\,000 communities. We are fortunate to have Kevin Fischer\, Director of NAMI Michigan\, speak to us on March 5. His role is linking national resources with local chapters and coordinating family and consumer involvement to influence state policy. He will talk about Faith-Net\, an inter-faith network of NAMI and emphasize NAMI’s mission to erase the stigma of mental illness that creates a barrier to public awareness and treatment. \nOur local chapter is NAMI Metro\, serving Oakland\, Wayne\, and Macomb counties\, which provides education\, support and advocacy. Families in Action groups\, a ten-week class available on Zoom\, are an invaluable resource for parents of mentally ill children. Their website includes a Help Line and Mental Health 101 seminars. They have advocates on the federal\, state\, and local levels for equitable public and private sector policies\, and they sponsor a NAMI Walk to raise funds and awareness. \nYour contributions will help increase the mental health awareness\, support\, and advocacy available in NAMI programs.
URL:https://sanctuary-church.com/event/mission-moment-13/
LOCATION:The Parlor\, 300 Willits St\, Birmingham\, MI\, 48009\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230222T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230222T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T103752
CREATED:20230213T172500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230213T172652Z
UID:7464-1677092400-1677096000@sanctuary-church.com
SUMMARY:Ash Wednesday Service
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for an Ash Wednesday service on February 22 as we begin the season of Lent. Kathy Charbeneau will lead us in a service beginning at 7:00pm in the Sanctuary.
URL:https://sanctuary-church.com/event/ash-wednesday-service-2/
LOCATION:Sanctuary Church\, 300 Willits St\, Birmingham\, MI\, 48009\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230212T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230212T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T103752
CREATED:20230213T173345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230213T173418Z
UID:7465-1676201400-1676203200@sanctuary-church.com
SUMMARY:Mission Moment
DESCRIPTION:For more than 150 years\, American Baptist Home Mission Societies has answered God’s call to meet the needs of those living on the margins across the United States and Puerto Rico. Their work transforms and heals communities dealing with poverty\, disaster\, and crisis. A network of volunteers\, donors\, churches\, and Christian leaders bring hope to children and families struggling with addiction\, incarceration\, mental illness\, and societal injustice. Programs\, publications\, and resources encourage\, educate\, develop\, and strengthen Christian leaders. Their home missions include planting churches\, schools\, children’s homes\, hospitals\, and nursing homes. \nMinistries are divided into three sections: cultivating leaders\, equipping disciples\, and sponsoring healing communities. Community Outreach Ministries support a network of Christian Centers to address the specific needs of their respective communities. Onsite mission staff work in partnership with local congregations and regional ministries to provide practical assistance that helps people identify and overcome barriers preventing them from becoming all that God intended them to be. \nThe Outreach Team has chosen the ABHMS outreach ministry\, JOYA Scholars in Fullerton\, California\, for February’s Mission Offering. It prepares low-income junior high\, high school and college students to succeed through higher education. Students are primarily from Latinx and immigrant families living in Fullerton\, a marginalized community. They participate in mentoring\, tutoring\, and a Leadership Academy that gives them the resources they need to succeed in high school\, graduate from college\, build a path to a fulfilling career\, and become a community leader. Parents enroll in a Parent Academy. In these troubled times\, there is great need for transforming hope and healing which you can provide with your offering for JOYA Scholars.
URL:https://sanctuary-church.com/event/mission-moment-12/
LOCATION:The Parlor\, 300 Willits St\, Birmingham\, MI\, 48009\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230205T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230205T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T103752
CREATED:20230213T174008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230213T174008Z
UID:7467-1675598400-1675605600@sanctuary-church.com
SUMMARY:Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Fellowship Hall or via Zoom on Sunday\, February 5th from 12-2pm for our Annual Meeting. We will be highlighting our successes in 2022 and sharing our visions for 2023.
URL:https://sanctuary-church.com/event/annual-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Fellowship Hall\, 300 Willits St\, Birmingham\, MI\, 48009\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230108T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230108T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T103752
CREATED:20230109T194723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230109T194723Z
UID:7419-1673179200-1673182800@sanctuary-church.com
SUMMARY:Taking Down the Greens
DESCRIPTION:Please considering staying after worship on January 8th to help take down our wonderful Christmas decorations. Many hands make for light work. Lunch will be provided.
URL:https://sanctuary-church.com/event/taking-down-the-greens-2/
LOCATION:Sanctuary Church\, 300 Willits St\, Birmingham\, MI\, 48009\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221224T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221224T173000
DTSTAMP:20260420T103752
CREATED:20221202T184255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T164122Z
UID:7304-1671899400-1671903000@sanctuary-church.com
SUMMARY:Christmas Eve Service
DESCRIPTION:Program Info \nJoin us for a night of story telling\, candle lighting\, and carol singing as we focus in on one of the most powerful moments in the Christian tradition: the birth of Jesus Christ. We will celebrate the light that breaks through the darkness and moves our hearts toward hope\, peace\, love\, and joy. \nOur musical program will include Christmas favorites like Joy to the World\, O Come All Ye Faithful\, and Silent Night\, and will be led by Sanctuary Collective\, a community of diverse musicians\, artists\, and collaborators from the Metro Detroit area. \nGeneral Info \n\nDate: Saturday\, December 24th\nTime: 4:30 pm\nDuration: 1 hour\nAdmission: Free\nLocation: Sanctuary Church\nAddress: 300 Willits St Birmingham MI 48009\nAccessible Parking\, Entrance\, & Restroom \nFree Parking
URL:https://sanctuary-church.com/event/christmas-eve-service-2/
LOCATION:Sanctuary Church\, 300 Willits St\, Birmingham\, MI\, 48009\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221212T134500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221212T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T103752
CREATED:20221202T185634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221202T185634Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Opportunity • Judson Center
DESCRIPTION:Sanctuary has had a tradition of supporting Judson Center since 1924 when they began as an orphanage. Some will remember the “Applesauce Gang” that made applesauce for the children. Through the years they have grown into five regional offices in twenty-nine counties\, offering services to families and children in foster care and adoption\, autism\, behavioral health\, and those with physical disabilities. Our support can specifically contribute to a nurturing environment for a child abuse victim\, job skill training for a young adult\, or intensive therapy for a foster care child. This is an opportunity to honor our covenant values to participate in service and share the gifts God has given us. \nThere will be a volunteer opportunity to help with Judson’s Holiday Wish program on Monday\, December 12th from 2:00 – 4:00 pm. We will be organizing children’s gifts for distribution to their client families. Anyone interested can sign up in the Welcome Center or contact Janice Rowe. Volunteers will leave from the church at 1:45 pm.
URL:https://sanctuary-church.com/event/volunteer-opportunity-judson-center/
LOCATION:Sanctuary Church\, 300 Willits St\, Birmingham\, MI\, 48009\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221210T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221210T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T103752
CREATED:20221202T184051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221202T184115Z
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SUMMARY:Sanctuary Sisters • Holiday Tea
DESCRIPTION:Gather with Sanctuary Sisters on Saturday\, December 10th at 11am in our parlor for a holiday tea. Enjoy a time of sisterhood this holiday season. Please RSVP to Keely Tyson if you plan to attend.
URL:https://sanctuary-church.com/event/sanctuary-sisters-holiday-tea/
LOCATION:The Parlor\, 300 Willits St\, Birmingham\, MI\, 48009\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221204T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221204T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T103752
CREATED:20221202T185339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221202T185339Z
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SUMMARY:Mission Moment
DESCRIPTION:Sanctuary has had a tradition of supporting Judson Center since 1924 when they began as an orphanage. Some will remember the “Applesauce Gang” that made applesauce for the children. Through the years they have grown into five regional offices in twenty-nine counties\, offering services to families and children in foster care and adoption\, autism\, behavioral health\, and those with physical disabilities. Our support can specifically contribute to a nurturing environment for a child abuse victim\, job skill training for a young adult\, or intensive therapy for a foster care child. This is an opportunity to honor our covenant values to participate in service and share the gifts God has given us. \nOn December 4 Elizabeth Cassise\, Supervisor of Foster Care and Adoption\, will talk about Judson’s programs for a Mission Moment immediately following worship in our parlor.
URL:https://sanctuary-church.com/event/mission-moment-11/
LOCATION:The Parlor\, 300 Willits St\, Birmingham\, MI\, 48009\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221130T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221130T153000
DTSTAMP:20260420T103752
CREATED:20221102T162314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221102T163657Z
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SUMMARY:Bound Together Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:As we all know the Holidays can be a difficult time for many people. Join us in supporting Bound Together by helping organize and set up their Holiday Store. The Holiday Store is a place that children can come and pick out a gift for their loved ones. We will be gathering at church at 12:30pm on Wednesday\, November 30th to carpool. We will be at Bound Together from 1-3pm to help with organizing. Please let us know if you will be joining us.
URL:https://sanctuary-church.com/event/bound-together-volunteer-opportunity/
LOCATION:Sanctuary Church\, 300 Willits St\, Birmingham\, MI\, 48009\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221120T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221120T123000
DTSTAMP:20260420T103752
CREATED:20221102T162522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221102T163831Z
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SUMMARY:Hanging of the Greens
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for Hanging of the Greens! Join us on November 20th\, immediately following worship\, to transform the church as we begin to celebrate the Christmas season.
URL:https://sanctuary-church.com/event/hanging-of-the-greens-2/
LOCATION:Sanctuary Church\, 300 Willits St\, Birmingham\, MI\, 48009\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221106T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221106T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T103752
CREATED:20221102T163218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221102T163613Z
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SUMMARY:Mission Moment
DESCRIPTION:The Outreach team has chosen to partner with the afterschool program\, Bound Together\, again this year because of their outstanding work with elementary students to foster personal and academic excellence. They continue to serve the Pontiac community since starting at All Saints Episcopal Church in 1994. Joining with other community sponsors\, children receive free tutoring\, enrichment activities\, and a hot meal. Trained volunteers engage students in writing\, reading and math curriculum. Every phase of the program supports their mission to serve the whole child in a caring community\, nurturing self-worth\, and academic growth. Michele Wogaman\, Program Director\, will be joining us on November 6th to share more about the work being done at Bound Together.
URL:https://sanctuary-church.com/event/mission-moment-10/
LOCATION:Sanctuary Church\, 300 Willits St\, Birmingham\, MI\, 48009\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221027T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221027T210000
DTSTAMP:20260420T103752
CREATED:20220811T134953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220811T135205Z
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SUMMARY:Grief Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Healing Heart Connections: A grief support group using the book “Understanding Your Grief” and journal by grief expert\, Dr. Alan Wolfelt. \nIf you are struggling with an unwanted life change\, you are not alone. Come and find support from others who are grieving a loss in a gentle\, non-judgmental setting. Two professional co-leaders will guide you through your path of grief. \nThursdays\, 7:00 – 9:00 pm. Oct 27\, Nov 3\, Nov 10\, Nov 17\, Dec. 1\, & Dec 8 via Zoom. \nTo register\, please email info@sanctuary-church.com by Oct 21. \n$20 fee includes two books valued at $30.
URL:https://sanctuary-church.com/event/grief-support-group-4/2022-10-27/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221016T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221016T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T103752
CREATED:20220930T201852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T201852Z
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SUMMARY:Mission Moment
DESCRIPTION:The Living Faith Team is excited to support Deliris and Moise Carrión-Joseph and their continued work in Tijuana\, Mexico. They began a new ministry serving at Deborah’s House in 2016\, ministering to Haitian\, Central American\, and African migrants. Their mission is to strengthen the local leadership of women\, who now operate the shelter for women and children’s victims of family violence. \nWe are thrilled to have them join us on October 16th immediately following worship to share their work in Mexico. They will be joining us via Zoom.
URL:https://sanctuary-church.com/event/mission-moment-9/
LOCATION:Sanctuary Church\, 300 Willits St\, Birmingham\, MI\, 48009\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221011T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221011T203000
DTSTAMP:20260420T103752
CREATED:20220908T173240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230506T164130Z
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SUMMARY:Discipleship Class
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, May 9th for our next Discipleship class. We will meet in the Fellowship Hall for dinner at 6:30pm\, and the class will begin at 7pm. Will Lobb\, our Creative Arts Director\, will give a presentation on church music: Why do we sing in church? What types of music have been used in worship throughout the centuries? How has sacred music influenced Western classical and American folk music\, and vice versa? What does the Christian music industry look like today\, and how did we get here? All are welcome to attend. After this meeting\, the Discipleship class will pause for the summer and resume in September.
URL:https://sanctuary-church.com/event/discipleship-class/2022-10-11/
LOCATION:Fellowship Hall\, 300 Willits St\, Birmingham\, MI\, 48009\, United States
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