Urban Sanctuary

San Jose, CA

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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.

Do justice.
Love kindness.
Walk humbly.

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See how we seek to live out our values of compassion and social justice.

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If you are looking for a radically inclusive, justice-seeking experience.

Events

Check out what's happening as we offer activities related to spirituality, arts and activism.

Kristen



I love our church.  Such a sweet, healing community.


- Kristen -

2018-08-03T14:56:52-07:00
I love our church.  Such a sweet, healing community. - Kristen -

Neil, Musician



The Urban Sanctuary community allows me to use my powers for good.


- Neil, Musician -

2018-08-03T14:57:33-07:00
The Urban Sanctuary community allows me to use my powers for good. - Neil, Musician -

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.


- Deb -

2018-08-03T14:57:52-07:00
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. - Deb -

Sandra



It’s a “come as you are” place, where I feel totally accepted.


- Sandra -

2018-08-03T14:58:13-07:00
It’s a “come as you are” place, where I feel totally accepted. - Sandra -

Kevin



Your faith is yours and yours alone, but having this community gives it a home.


- Kevin -

2018-08-03T14:58:35-07:00
Your faith is yours and yours alone, but having this community gives it a home. - Kevin -

March for Fossil Fuel Freedom – March 16-18

 Wells Fargo Bank has a dirty-energy secret: it’s a leading lender to the fossil-fuel industry. That’s why 350.org and 40 other organizations are ramping up a new campaign against “Oily Wells” by marching 34 miles, from Palo Alto to San Francisco.  The march will be led by Indigenous and Faith groups, and we'd love to have an Urban Sanctuary contingent!  The march will make 12 “Stagecoach Stops” along the way – one for every year that remains to take urgent action on climate change – and arrive at the bank’s world headquarters just in time for their annual Founding Day celebration, Monday, March 18th. Marchers are welcome to walk a half day, full day, or all three days! … [Read More...] about March for Fossil Fuel Freedom – March 16-18

Organizations We Connect With:

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The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)

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United Church of Christ

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Recovery Café San José