Programs
Sanctuary partners with the Talbot Street Christian Reformed Church, located at 513 Talbot Street. They have generously share their beautiful glass atrium for Sanctuary to host some of our programs, including:
Monday: Lunch Drop-in
Mondays open 11:00 am – 3:00 pm, Lunch served noon-2pm.
We invite our friends into our space to share a meal, play cards, have a coffee, and get to know one another. We sense that the greatest need of all people is to be connected to others. Drop-in is a space for all people to connect, feel loved, and welcomed. We will not use the word “client” for the people who attend – we much prefer the word “friend.” Lunch is served at noon!
Wednesday: Drop-in & Community Meal
Wednesdays 1:00 – 8:45 pm.
“Family Style” dinner begins at 5:30 PM.
Thursday: Art Drop-in
Music & Visual Arts from 12:30 – 3:00 pm @ 531 Talbot Street.
One of the greatest losses a person experiencing poverty feels is the loss of their voice and creativity. They feel like their voice does not matter, is not worth listening to, and should be silenced. We offer space and time (through guided teaching) to allow our friends to express themselves once again.
Sunday: Worship Service
Service starts @ 6pm, Doors open 5:00 – 8:00 pm.
We remain determined to centre our week on growing in understanding (including allowing questions) of God and the scriptures. And we sense that worship is the essence of any community. It is at the feet of Jesus’ cross that we can be real, feel broken, renewed, called, forgiven, and loved. We meet there weekly.
Street Outreach
As often as we are able!
if you keep your eyes peeled, you may spot one of our staff, or one of the many other people from the Sanctuary community sitting in a local downtown coffee shop, or on the street corner, or even under a bridge, fellowshipping with people who, for whatever reason, are considered to be the “least among us” within our city. We leave “our space” and enter the area where our friends feel most comfortable. We walk, meeting people on their own turf, greet people who are new to the city, and over time build up relationships of trust. Rarely do we hand out anything on these walks. We want to establish friendships based on mutuality – not provision of services.
Community Events
A few times a year we pick a theme, make some delicious food, gather together and just party! This is a beautiful chance to sing, dance, laugh, and have some good ol’fashioned fun!
When is the next event? We typically host a party in Jan, Summer (picnic in the park), Fall, and Christmas. Once the details are set they will be posted in the “Upcoming Events” section on our Home page.
