FAQ's = Frequently Asked Questions

When and where are your services?
What can I expect at a weekend service?
What do I do with my children during a service?
What does your church believe?
Do you belong to a denomination?
How do I become a member of your church?
Will I have to say anything, sign anything, or be singled out?
How can I give to Sonrise?

When and where are our services?
Our main worship service is Sunday morning at 10:35 a.m. Our church is located at 2805 Boulevard road SE, Olympia WA. (MAP LINK)

What can I expect at a weekend service?
Our services are a casual environment open for anyone to attend.  A greeter at the door will offer you a smile and handshake, and you will be handed one of our church bulletins.

The service formats vary from week to week but typically include a mix of music, dramatic presentations, multimedia, and a speaker with a message that’s relevant and applicable. We encourage audience participation in singing and following along with the speaker’s notes. We will also collect an offering at some point in the service, but if it is your first visit then please don’t give us any money; we’re just happy to welcome you as our guest!

What do I do with my children during a service?
Children usually stay in the sanctuary with their parents. If you need we have an area set up with a video feed where you can watch your children and still hear the morning message and fill out you note sheet.

We do request that you please take them outside of the auditorium if they begin to fuss or make noise. That will greatly help us to keep distractions to a minimum.

What does your church believe?
We are deeply committed to the eternal truths of the Bible. Our vision is to become a biblically functioning community of believers who worship God, reach out to people beyond the church, and grow together in our spiritual relationship with God.


Do you belong to a denomination?
No. We are affiliated with the Church of God in Anderson, Indiana, who considers itself a movement rather than a denomination. Although associated with this movement, we are autonomous, which means the governing power of Sonrise Church rests with its members and leaders.

How do I become a member of your church?
Here at Sonrise, there is no formal membership. If you know and follow Jesus, you are already a member of God’s church.

Will I have to say anything, sign anything, or be singled out?
Rest assured that you won’t be put on the spot, singled-out, or embarrassed. Though we do receive an offering, we don’t want anyone to feel obligated to give. We do like to collect some basic information from people in our guest registry, but if you’d prefer not to, that’s all right with us.

How can I give to Sonrise?
We collect an offering in each weekend service, in which you may give cash or checks. Giving envelopes are provided at the back of the sanctuary so you may receive a statement for tax purposes.  Or, you may mail your offering to the church.