Urban Sanctuary is at 80 S. 5th Street, located near the intersection of San Fernando and 5th Street. To avoid delays, we invite you to consider using 10th Street (from the north of downtown) and 11th Street (from the South of downtown and I280) to San Fernando. Turn toward and then take a right on 5th Street. Urban Sanctuary is at the end of the dead-end street and there is parking onsite. … [Read More...] about This Sunday, April 24, 2022, there is a special event in downtown San Jose which involves a number of street closures.
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Welcome
Urban Sanctuary is a boldly progressive spiritual community rooted in the Christian tradition. We seek to be a safe place to explore beliefs and practices with freedom, a place where questions are encouraged and where valued Wisdom traditions co-exist to enrich each other.
Love kindness.
Walk humbly.




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What People Are Saying About Urban Sanctuary
Kevin
Your faith is yours and yours alone, but having this community gives it a home.
Sandra
It’s a 'come as you are' place, where I feel totally accepted.
Deb
God is not put in a box here. We are fellow travelers supporting each other as we work for peace in ourselves and in the world.
Neil, Musician
The Urban Sanctuary community allows me to use my powers for good.
Kristen
I love our church. Such a sweet, healing community!