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Welcome to Sonrise

Sonrise Christian Church is a nondenominational Christian church in Cedar City, Utah. We exist to reach unchurched, uncommitted, and undecided people into fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ. We are a FAMILY that loves God, follows Jesus, and shares hope with the Southern Utah community and around the world.

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New Here?

We're glad to meet you! We know stepping into a new church can be intimidating. No matter your stage of life or circumstances, we want you to know that at Sonrise, you'll be welcomed by people who want to live like Jesus and want to get to know you and your story.

Plan Your Visit

We would love to welcome you to our Sonrise campus off Iron Springs Road! Plan a visit and discover a place to meet new people, find community, and grow in your walk with Jesus.

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Get Connected

Life is better in community with others. From our Adult Discipleship programs, to our service teams, and everything in between, we have many opportunitites for you to connect.

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Watch a Message

A good way to see what we're about is to watch one of our recent messages. Each message is designed to not only give you knowledge about following Jesus, but also how to apply what you learn.

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Study God's Word, worship, and connect with us!

Make Sonrise your church home! Join us Sundays and Wednesdays for Bible studies with Pastor Jim Vasquez.

Our Latest Message

Light Them Up

Jesus declares in John 8:12, "I am the light of the world," connecting His identity to the pillar of fire that guided Israel through the wilderness. Pastor Jim's message, "Light Them Up," reminds us that just as the moon reflects the sun, we reflect Christ's light to a world searching for truth. We're called to be salt and light, not hiding our faith but boldly sharing the hope we've found in Jesus, especially as we prepare for Church in the Park next week.

When we step out in faith and love on people, something amazing happens. We're energized by the Holy Spirit as we share the Gospel. You don't need fancy training or perfect words. Just tell your story of how Jesus saved you. Let your light shine wherever you go, remembering that God never leaves you hanging when He sends you out to reflect His love to those who desperately need it.

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Ladies' Tea 2026

Freedom in Christ

What does true freedom look like? In this powerful message with help from Tonia Tewell, Jini Robie takes us back to the Garden of Eden to rediscover the freedom God intended for us from the very beginning. Through scriptures like John 8:32, Galatians 5:1, and Romans 8:1, she reminds us that the Gospel offers something far deeper than external relief or the counterfeit freedoms the world promises. It's freedom from the weight of striving, from trying to prove we're worthy, from condemnation and shame. Jini encourages us that our relationship with God should produce relief, rest, and freedom, not fear or guilt.

This is an invitation to step out of darkness, switch our allegiance to Jesus, and live in the transparent intimacy He created us for. Whether you're wrestling with fear, sin, or shame, this message will remind you that Christ has already paid it all and offers you real freedom today. Through the story of two disciples on the road to Emmaus, we see that even when we are afraid, confused, and running away, Jesus meets us right where we are. He walks with us, opens our eyes, and replaces the noise with something better — His Word and His presence. No matter what you are carrying this week, there is hope. You do not have to white-knuckle it alone.

We believe prayer changes things

Whatever you're going through, we'd love to join you in prayer.

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