We all long for relationships that matter. But sometimes it feels like it’s impossible to find relationships that go beyond the surface. Is it possible to have friendships where you are fully known and still loved? Jesus did. He knew how to get beyond the surface to the heart of people. Join us in February as we unpack His teaching and learn how we can Love Better.

MISSIONS MEETING
Join the Missions team after second service Feb. 19 to hear about some exciting summer missions trip opportunities for individuals, families and youth. Enjoy snacks while learning about several stateside and overseas trips that will be offered.

VISIONARY PARENTING
No matter what your family looks like today — whether you are expecting or planning for your first baby, parenting a house full of kids, or wanting to encourage your own children as they raise your grandkids — we invite you to become a visionary parent or grandparent! Join us as we experience and work through the Visionary Parenting DVD series from Rob Rienow, founder of Visionary Family Ministries, to capture a larger vision of why God created families! For more info, go to www.VisionaryFam.com. The 8-week study will meet during first service in the Community Room, beginning Sunday.

SERVING OPPORTUNITY
If you are looking for an easy and meaningful way to serve in our community, sign up to partner with Morningstar Mission. We have the opportunity to help serve dinner to those without homes on Feb. 21, March 24 and April 18 from 4 to 6 p.m. Sign up at the Info Table.

FIGHT CLUB
Men of The Sanctuary meet every other Saturday from 7:30 to 8:45 a.m. in the Community Room for breakfast, Bible study, discussion and accountability. The next Fight Club is Feb. 18. Contact Bryan Buckley, [email protected].

ASH WEDNESDAY
Join us on the first day of Lent as we prepare ourselves for the Easter season ahead. We will be worshipping together at 7 p.m. March 1. Childcare will be available for birth to preschool. Our Ash Wednesday service will replace Surge, which is normally the first Wednesday of the month.

HOP2IT
Save the date for our annual Hop2It event! Plan to invite your friends and join us on April 8 from 9 a.m. to noon for a glow-in-the-dark egg hunt, bounce houses, petting zoo, face painting, food and an interactive Easter story.

YOUTH TAKEOVER SUNDAY
You don’t want to miss our worship service on March 5 when Student Life takes over! Junior high and high school students will be volunteering to serve coffee, greet, pass out bulletins and play on the worship team. Students can sign up at the Info Table to participate.

STUDENT LIFE PARENT MEETING
Parents of junior high and high school students are invited to learn about missions opportunities and events planned for students this summer. Two identical meetings will be held Feb. 26 immediately following both first and second services in the Green Room.

JUNIOR HIGH AND HIGH SCHOOL
Our junior high and high school ministries meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Mondays for student-led worship, large group teaching, small group discussion and tons of FUN! Feel free to arrive at 6:30 for hangout time.

YOUNG ADULTS
Our college and young adult group meets Sunday nights from 7 to 9 p.m. (with the exception of the last Sunday of the month) Please contact Steven Cruz at 630.687.4045 for more info. You can also email us at [email protected].

DOWNLOAD OUR NEW APP
Did you know The Sanctuary now has an app? This is your one-stop to watch the latest sermons, find all the details on upcoming events, read the Slice, fill out the connect card, give your offering and MUCH more! Go to the app store, and search for “The Sanctuary Church IL” to download the app!