About Us

The Sanctuary is a young and growing congregation in Dalton, Georgia. We began weekly services in February of 2007. Our dress is casual, our services are relaxed, and the music is similar to what you'd hear on J103. We are expressive and exuberant in our worship, often raising our hands and praying aloud. While we are relaxed and informal in our worship style, we are very serious about our faith. We believe the Bible and value the richness found in a variety of English translations. We are guided by the Great Commandment and the Great Commission.

The Great Commandment: Love God. Love People.
Mark 12:30-31


The Great Commission:  Go Make Disciples.
Matthew 28:18-20

In our efforts to help others connect with God, we see three basic needs in humanity:

FAMILY.  SALVATION.  LIFE

FAMILY - We need a Father.
Psalm 68:5-6

Families are in crisis all around us. Only a thriving relationship with the Father can bring stability to desperate families. The Sanctuary feels called to serve families.

SALVATION - We need a Savior.
Luke 19:10

People throughout our community are searching for meaning, purpose, and answers to the difficult questions of life. Many do not know what to do. The Sanctuary feels called to help them find the Way. Ultimately, what we are really offering is a Savior... Jesus Christ. If you feel lost, we can help.

LIFE - We need the Spirit.
John 6:63

People young and old are troubled by the sense that it's not supposed to be like this. They have a sense that there is supposed to be something more... that this can't be all there is to life. Many are exhausted. Others have lost hope. The Sanctuary feels called to introduce people to the Holy Spirit. We're not kooks. But He is real and He's the third person of the Godhead. To ignore Him is to walk away from living life the way it's supposed to be lived.

Perhaps you're one of these people. There is a place for you at The Sanctuary.

What to Expect...
Services are Sundays at 10:30 am and they last about an hour and a half. We have a nursery and Kids Church. All of our workers have had background checks.  There's plenty of parking and someone will help you find what you need.  At this time, children worship with adults during the music and then are dismissed to Kids Church.  You won't be pointed out or brought to anyone's attention during the service.  If you give us your contact information, you will be contacted in the way you want.  Nobody is going to show up at your door and try to sell you cookware, soap, or tell you what to boycott. We're just regular, everyday people who have found answers in a relationship with Jesus. We'd love for you to visit soon.