What is Sunrise Chapel?

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Sunrise Chapel is a New Church congregation in Tucson, AZ, describing itself as "the church with the heavenly view." It welcomes people who are looking for a warm church community or a more meaningful spiritual practice, and it offers Sunday worship (broadcast on YouTube), a marriage ministry, and rental of its chapel and reception hall.

Where it is and what it is

Sunrise Chapel is located in Tucson, Arizona. It identifies itself as a congregation of the New Church, which it describes as "a New Christianity that teaches God's timeless message with renewed clarity."

The "heavenly view" in its welcome message refers both to a panoramic view of the Catalina mountains and to the congregation's perspective on spiritual life.

What it believes and what it's for

The chapel frames its purpose around helping people explore and develop a personal relationship with God. In its own words, it believes what God wants for people "as Christians and as human beings, is to have loving, wise, and useful lives."

Its stated purpose and core values are to join "in partnership with the Lord and each other in the practice of cultivating spiritual growth and choosing heavenly joy."

What it offers

Offering What it involves
Sunday Service Broadcast through YouTube so people can join worship from anywhere in the world
Marriage Ministry Described as having "a heart for healthy relationships"
Event rentals The chapel and reception hall are available to rent; the community is welcomed to hold events there
Small groups Mentioned alongside church services as a way to get involved

Who it's for

The chapel explicitly opens its doors to anyone seeking a church community or a deeper spiritual practice, regardless of where they are in their spiritual journey. Its YouTube broadcast means you can participate in Sunday worship remotely rather than attending in person.

If you want to visit, the site points to attending a church service or a small group as the next step.