Registration
Scroll down to register. If you have trouble with the form, try clicking this link. Contact region@azdisciples.org if you still encounter any issues.
Pre-registration will be open until September 28. All who pre-register before September 28 and attend assembly will receive lunch on Saturday, an Assembly t-shirt, and a professionally printed Report and Docket.
Registration will remain open after September 28, however the t-shirt, Report and Docket, and Saturday lunch may not be available.
REGISTRATION
Hotel
Hampton Inn, Phoenix/Glendale/Peoria
The Arizona Region has partnered with the Hampton Inn Phoenix/Glendale/Peoria at 8408 W. Paradise Lane Peoria, Arizona 85382 (2 miles from Sun City Christian Church) to offer a group rate for those attending the assembly.
Minutes from Seattle Mariners and San Diego Padres spring training at Peoria Sports Complex and Arrowhead Town Center, the Hampton Inn features an outdoor pool, fitness center, and free hot breakfast, parking, and wifi.
The group rate is available until September 25, and the number of available rooms is limited. Please click the link below and reserve your room as soon as possible.
Click here to book your room at our special group rate.
Other Accommodations
Sun City Christian Church is located a few minutes off the west 101 Loop at Bell Road. In addition to the Hampton Inn there are several other hotels in the area near Arrowhead Town Center. Google Maps, Hotels.com, and Expedia.com are all places to search for other nearby accommodations.
Special Guests
The Arizona Region is excited to welcome over 10 special guests and ministry partners to our 2026 Assembly! These guests are all partners in ministry with Arizona congregations and will be present to answer questions about their ministries. Below you will find information about each of our partners. We hope that you take time before, during, or after Regional Assembly to meet them!
You’ll find three sections below:
- Guest Preacher
- Guest Musicians
- Ministry Partners
Guest Preacher
Rev. Dr. Erin Cash
Assembly Guest Preacher and Project Director, Thriving Congregations
Lexington Theological Seminary
Erin has served as Moderator for the Christian Church In Kentucky, as co-chair of the Local Arrangements team for Regional Assembly, and as co-chair for the Local Arrangements Team of the General Assembly. She also serves as Kentucky’s representative to the General Board, chairing the General Assembly Planning Committee there. Erin is deeply passionate about the work of the local and the Regional church.
Erin is part of a clergy couple. Her husband, Chris, is the Senior Pastor at FCC Georgetown, having formerly served North Middletown Christian Church and Oxford Christian Church. She is mom to Ella.
She is co-author of the book Thriving Church: What You Can Learn from Faithful Congregations now available from Chalice Press.
Rev. Dr. Cash will be leading a workshop during both sessions at our Assembly. Visit the workshops section on this page to read about her workshops.
Rev. Dr. Cash will also be preaching at Sun City Christian Church on Sunday, October 25.
Guest Musicians
Héctor Soto and Daniel Montoya
Assembly Guest Worship Leaders
From his teenage years, Héctor ministered through worship music in evangelical churches. Later, he and Daniel received God’s call to serve as full-time missionaries among local communities and indigenous peoples. Throughout his life, Héctor has maintained a deep passion for writing Christian songs rooted in Scripture—songs that not only honor God but also inspire faith, hope, and trust in the Lord within their community.
Over the years, Héctor has written dozens of worship songs, many of which have become beloved hymns in local churches and communities. As Héctor often says, “Every song was dictated to me by the Lord. They are not new songs; somewhere in heaven they are already being sung.”
Daniel has been a drummer for nearly thirty years and has also written beautiful songs of faith and worship. Beyond music, he is an accomplished artist with a special passion for freehand drawing and doodling, using creativity as another avenue to express God’s gifts.
For nearly twenty-five years, Héctor and Daniel have faithfully served their community by teaching the love of Christ, the power of faith and worship, and the blessing of giving and serving others through the unique talents God has entrusted to them. When they come together to lead worship, their passion becomes tangible and deeply inspiring to those who listen.
In addition to their ministry work, they have helped create meaningful employment opportunities within their community.
Héctor also serves as the Director of Christian Immersion Spanish Academy (CISA), a language school that welcomes students from around the world to learn Spanish through professional instruction and cultural immersion.
Daniel is the Director of Café Misión Costa Rica, a coffee company dedicated to producing high-quality Costa Rican coffee—from the plant to the package—while supporting local families and community development.
Together, Héctor and Daniel continue to use their gifts, creativity, and faith to impact lives, strengthen communities, and bring glory to God.
Héctor and Danial will be leading a workshop during both sessions at our Assembly. Visit the workshops section on this page to read about their workshops.
Héctor and Daniel will also be preaching at Iglesia Dios de Segunda Oportunidad on Sunday, October 25.
Ministry Partners
Republic Insurance Group, LLC
Marc Gerardis and Amy Gerardis, Co-Agency Principals
Laura White, Account Manager in AZ
Marc and Amy Gerardis have served as ministry partners with Disciples in Arizona for nearly a decade. In addition to Disciples in Arizona, Marc and Amy work extensively with UCC, PCUSA, and ELCA congregations and ministries across the southwest.
Republic Insurance Group offers insurance to churches and other non-profit organizations. They are not a one-size-fits-all agency and their strength lies in their ability to design custom insurance programs that reflect the unique needs of each organization.
Disciples Church Extension Fund & New Church Ministries
Rev. Rosario Ibarra, Building and Capital Services Advisor, Disciples Church Extension Fund (DCEF)
Rev. Rosario Ibarra has been Arizona’s trusted partner with DCEF for many years now, working with many of our congregations on securing loans, investing, and making the most of their building and assets.
Disciples Church Extension Fund (DCEF) is a faith and financial ministry of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) whose goal is to help churches identify how they can better utilize the three essential elements of congregational life: people, property, and finance. Disciples Church Extension Fund provides ministry planning services, building and property loans, and investment opportunities to help individuals, congregations, and ministries thrive.
New Church Ministry (NCM) equips Disciples movement initiators, fostering three core competencies in our leaders: Contemplative Action, Prophetic Advocacy and Faith-Rooted Organizing
Rev. Ibarra will be leading two workshops at our Assembly. Visit the workshops section on this page to read about each of them.
Rev. Ibarra will also be preaching at Iglesia la Cruz on Sunday, October 25.
Christian Church Foundation
Rev. Marilyn Fiddmont, Vice President, Southwest & Northeastern Region
Rev. Marilyn Fiddmont has walked alongside Disciples in Arizona and beyond for many years, helping individuals and congregations determine their passion for ministry and discern together the best ways they can use their gifts to support ministry.
Christian Church Foundation (CCF) partners with individual donors, congregations, regions, and ministries of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) by gathering, stewarding, and distributing dollars for mission. Their ministry includes helping donors make a lasting impact through planned gifts and providing guidance to Disciples ministries, ensuring they are good stewards of their resources with sound policies and faith-based investment services.
Rev. Fiddmont will be preaching at Foothills Christian Church on Sunday, October 25.
Pension Fund of the Christian Church
Rev. Gabriel Lopez, Director of Diversity, Equity, Belonging and Accessibility (DEBA)
Rev. Gabriel Lopez provides DEBA training and resources to Pension Fund staff, coordinate the work of the DEBA Pro-Reconciliation/Anti-Racism team, and resource departments on cultural awareness. He fosters relationships with Disciples’ racial/ethnic constituencies to ensure Pension Fund serves every cultural context in the Church in the best way possible.
Pension Fund of the Christian Church has served the Stone-Campbell (Restoration) Movement churches and related organizations with integrity, security, and compassion for over 130 years. Whether you are a seminary student, pastor, church employee, missionary, university professor, or work at one of our benevolent care organizations, our retirement benefits support all life stages and budgets. We leverage an experienced team of investment professionals and a solid funding formula to manage and grow your retirement income so you can retire worry-free. In addition our Ministerial Relief and Assistance programs provide critical support during times of financial need, helping to ensure the well-being and stability of those who serve.
Center for Faith and Giving
Rev. Melissa St. Clair, Executive Director
Rev. Melissa R. St. Clair serves as the Minister for Faith & Giving for the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and the Executive Director of the Center for Faith and Giving. She is an ordained United Church of Christ minister with over 16 years of experience in Disciples congregations, including most recently serving as Senior Pastor of Heart of the Rockies Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Fort Collins, CO. She is also a leader with the ecumenical circle of the Bethany Fellows. Melissa and her spouse, Ben, live in south-central PA in the home of their rescue mutts, Bailey and Jasper.
The Center for Faith and Giving exists to create a culture of generosity across the life of the whole church by equipping congregations, faith leaders, and ministry partners. Our mission is to encourage and promote the understanding of stewardship as a faith discipline and life practice in response to a generous God. Learn more about this ministry of Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) at centerforfaithandgiving.org.
Rev. St. Clair will be leading a workshop at our Assembly. Visit the workshops section on this page to read about her workshop.
Rev. St. Clair will also be preaching at Desert Dove Christian Church on Sunday, October 25.
Week of Compassion
Rev. Grace Kozak, Associate Director for Immigrant & Refugee Response
Rev. Grace Kozak has a passion for working with the local church to build the power their communities need to reduce suffering and move toward wholeness for all of creation. As Associate Director for Immigrant and Refugee Response with Week of Compassion, Grace’s work helps Disciples congregations engage and expand immigrant and refugee ministries to extend God’s boundless hospitality to all.
Week of Compassion is the relief, refugee, and development mission fund of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), working with partners to alleviate suffering throughout the world.
Rev. Kozak will be leading a workshop at our Assembly. Visit the workshops section on this page to read about her workshop.
Rev. Kozak will be preaching at Chalice Christian Church on Sunday, October 25.
Disciples Home Missions
Rev. Brian Frederick-Gray, Director for Justice and Advocacy Ministries
As the Director for Justice and Advocacy Ministries, Rev. Brian Frederick-Gray works to empower Disciples to use our voices and our actions to promote greater justice and mercy in the world. His office has relaunched Disciples Advocate as a distribution channel and connection space that amplifies the work of church members, pastors, scholars, activists, and organizers to strengthen our work for justice. Learn more at DisciplesAdvocate.org.
Disciples Home Missions (DHM) equips and empowers Disciples to change the world, by engaging in coordinated missions on behalf of the whole church, acting and speaking to promote greater justice and mercy, and providing innovative programs and resources to congregations, regions, clergy, and laity. Learn more at DisciplesHomeMissions.org.
Rev. Frederick-Gray will be leading a workshop during both sessions at our Assembly. Visit the workshops section on this page to read about his workshops.
Rev. Frederick-Gray will be preaching at Saguaro Christian Church on Sunday, October 25.
National Benevolent Association
Pastor Al Beasley, volunteer
You might recognize Pastor Al Beasley as the Senior Minister at East Mesa Christian Church. At our Assembly Al will be representing the National Benevolent Association.
The National Benevolent Association (NBA) is dedicated to accompanying and partnering with health and social service projects and ministries. We accomplish this by focusing on three key areas: organizational development, leadership development, and community engagement.
Disciples Seminary Foundation
Rev. Siobhan Lopez, Program Coordinator
Rev. Siobhan Lopez works as the Program Coordinator at DSF. Siobhan holds a deep passion for those individuals and groups who are “in the shadows of the open table. People who are often overlooked or forgotten,” and works in partnerships to extend the table.
Disciples Seminary Foundation’s (DSF) mission is to support the formation of emerging theological leaders. Cooperating with ecumenical and educational partners, DSF provides financial and educational support to Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and United Church of Christ (UCC) students in obtaining theological education in preparation for a variety of ministries.
At her booth, Rev. Lopez will also have materials from Higher Education and Leadership Ministries (HELM). For 130 years, Higher Education and Leadership Ministries has promoted Christian education by assisting colleges and other educational institutions fostered by the Disciples of Christ.
Bethany Fellows
Rev. Aneesah Ettress Veatch, Co-Director/Pastor
Rev. Aneesah Ettress Veatch serves as Co-Director of Bethany Fellows, leading recruitment, marketing, and program formation for the fellowship. She works closely with young clergy as they engage in vocational discernment, spiritual formation, and leadership development. Be sure to connect with Aneesah during the assembly to learn more about Bethany Fellows and how the program supports emerging leaders cultivating lives of purpose, service, and faith.
Bethany Fellows is a thriving spiritual community of support, inspiration, resilience, and renewal for young clergy serving congregations and local communities of faith. Through contemplative practices, vocational discernment, and intentional community, participants are equipped to deepen their faith, sustain their ministry, discover their gifts, and discern meaningful pathways for leadership and service.
Rev. Ettress Veatch will be preaching at First Christian Church in Mesa on Sunday, October 25.
Phillips Theological Seminary
Rev. Jenny Wynn, Director of Advancement
Rev. Jenny Wynn is no stranger to Arizona, having served as the Senior Minister at First Christian Church in Scottsdale from 2019 to 2023. As Director of Advancement at Phillips Rev. Wynn shares with individuals and congregations the vital work of Phillips and its graduates.
Phillips Theological Seminary is a graduate seminary, affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). We are dedicated to learning the way of Jesus in order to cultivate vital congregations, communities, conversations and the public good.
At its core, Phillips Theological Seminary is a community of teachers and learners seeking to be faithful to God through disciplined, reasoned and reflective study of scripture, religious tradition and human experience.
Our primary purpose is to serve the church’s need for educated leaders – ordained and lay. Located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, we offer a unique brand of theological education in this region of the country – welcoming all denominations. We also welcome students who are not pursuing ministerial degrees, but who want to explore and deepen their faith by taking specific courses in our curriculum.
Rev. Wynn will be preaching at East Mesa Christian Church on Sunday, October 25.
Chapman University
Rev. Jack Veatch, Director of Church Relations
Rev. Jack Veatch is the campus chaplain at Chapman University, a Disciples of Christ affiliated university in Southern California. There is a way for every Disciples of Christ student to earn a 50% tuition scholarship, plus additional scholarships from the Office of Church Relations to attend Chapman University! In addition to great scholarships, Chapman University has a vibrant Disciples of Christ campus ministry that prays together, worships together, plays together, and supports one another. Our students grow in faith, thrive in leadership, and learn to be authentic community when they’re at Chapman.
Jack offers pastoral care to all of Chapman’s students and would love to talk to you about college readiness. Is there a person in your life that might want to become a Chapman Panther? Let’s connect. Do you want to support Disciples of Christ students? Jack would love to make that happen.
Rev. Veatch will be preaching at Community Christian Church in Tempe on Sunday, October 25.
Schedule
Friday, October 23
6:45-7:15pm | Check in and Registration
At check in you will receive your name tag, and if you registered before September 28, your t-shirt and printed docket and report. Check in will close at 7:15pm sharp to allow volunteers to join our Opening Worship Service
7:30-9:00pm | Celebrating our Gifts with Music and Storytelling
9:00 – 10:00pm | Reception
Sponsored by Republic Insurance Group
Saturday, October 24
8:15-8:45am | Check-in and Registration
At check in you will receive your name tag, and if you registered before September 28, your t-shirt and printed docket and report. Check in will close at 8:45am sharp to allow volunteers to join our Morning Session.
7:30-8:45am | Clergy Breakfast (registration required)
Sponsored by Disciples Church Extension Fund (DCEF) and New Church Ministry (NCM)
9:00 – 10:00am | Morning Session
10:15 – 11:15am | Workshop Session 1
(view workshops on this page, or as part of your registration.)
11:15am – 12:45pm | All Assembly Lunch onsite
Sponsored by Christian Church Foundation (CCF)
12:45 – 1:45pm | Workshop Session 2
(view workshops on this page, or as part of your registration.)
2:00 – 2:45pm | Business and State of the Church
3:00 – 4:30pm | Closing Worship Service
with Guest Preacher Rev. Dr. Erin Cash
Workshops
Our 2026 Assembly will have two workshop sessions: one before lunch, and one after. We are thrilled to have a fantastic group of workshop leaders lined up. Below you can read a little about each workshop and their leader.
The Gift of Faithful Songwriting
El don de componer canciones con fe
SESSION/SESIÓN 1: BILIGUAL WORKSHOP | TALLER BILINGÜE
SESSION/SESIÓN 2: TALLER EN ESPAÑOL
Héctor Soto and Daniel Montoya
Assembly Guest Worship Leaders
Líderes de Adoración Invitados de la Asamblea
Together we will explore the creative process, from the first spark of inspiration to crafting lyrics, melodies, harmonies, and biblical theology that work together to communicate truth with beauty. We will also reflect on the importance of writing songs that are authentic, spiritually rooted, and artistically meaningful in a culture that often rewards repetition and commercial trends.
Juntos exploraremos el proceso creativo, desde la primera chispa de inspiración hasta la creación de letras, melodías, armonías y teología bíblica que, en conjunto, comunican la verdad con belleza. También reflexionaremos sobre la importancia de escribir canciones auténticas, con raíces espirituales y significado artístico en una cultura que a menudo premia la repetición y las tendencias comerciales.
The Gift of Thriving: How Congregations Can Use their Gifts to Thrive in their Local Context
SESSION 1: WORKSHOP IN ENGLISH
SESSION/SESIÓN 2: BILIGUAL WORKSHOP | TALLER BILINGÜE
Rev. Dr. Erin Cash, Assembly Guest Preacher and Project Director, Thriving Congregations at Lexington Theological Seminary
This workshop will teach congregations the four basic principles of thriving and how to discover their gifts for meeting the needs of their neighbors.
Este taller enseñará a las congregaciones los cuatro principios básicos para prosperar y cómo descubrir sus dones para satisfacer las necesidades de sus vecinos.
Merit Badges for Disciples Churches | Insignias de mérito para las iglesias de discípulos
SESSION/SESIÓN 1: BILIGUAL WORKSHOP | TALLER BILINGÜE
SESSION 2: WORKSHOP IN ENGLISH
Rev. Brian Frederick-Gray, Director for Justice and Advocacy Ministries at Disciples Home Missions
Green Chalice, Silver Chalice, Open & Affirming, Polar Star, and Global Mission Church — learn what these distinctions mean, and how to connect your church to any one (or all!) of these ministries.
Cáliz Verde, Cáliz Plateado, Abierta e Inclusiva, Estrella Polar e Iglesia de la Misión Global: aprenda qué significan estas distinciones y cómo conectar su iglesia con cualquiera (¡o con todos!) de estos ministerios.
Joy in the Work: Appreciating what energizes each of us
SESSION 1 ONLY: WORKSHOP IN ENGLISH
Alison Westerlind, Founder and Principle Consultant of Ascent Counseling Group
In this session you will be introduced to The Six Types of WorkingGenius – an effective model for building greater self-awareness, appreciating the gifts and energy of others, and finding more joy in the work we do together. It is a helpful tool in church settings, work, and your personal life.
Wise Church Financial Practice at Any Size
SESSION 1 ONLY: WORKSHOP IN ENGLISH
Rev. Melissa St. Clair, Executive Director at Center for Faith and Giving
Small congregations are often asked to do a lot with a little. Explore right-sized practices for clearer reporting, realistic budgeting, healthy internal controls, and sustainable giving—and identify at least one practical shift to make now.
Estudio bíblico: El propósito de mis dones espirituales
SESIÓN 1: SOLO EN ESPAÑOL
La reverenda Rosario Ibarra, asesora de servicios de construcción e infraestructura en el Fondo de Extensión de la Iglesia Discípulos.
Descubramos y reflexionemos sobre los dones que Dios nos ha dado y cómo podemos usarlos para servir a nuestra iglesia y comunidad.
How to Have Safe and Brave Conversations with Youth and Children around the Topic of Christian Nationalism
SESSION 2 ONLY: WORKSHOP IN ENGLISH
Rev. Trish Winters, Arizona Anti-Racism/Pro-Reconciliation Co-Chair and Senior Minister at Community Christian Church in Tempe
Where is the line between appreciation and idolatry? What does it mean, when you hear someone say, “we are a Christian nation”? How do we define patriotism? What does the Bible teach about exceptionalism? If you’re a parent or a leader of youth/children, how do you approach this conversation? And why does it matter?
Hope in Solidarity – How Disciples in Arizona and across the United States are showing up with their immigrant neighbors
SESSION 2 ONLY: WORKSHOP IN ENGLISH
Rev. Grace Kozak, Associate Director for Immigrant & Refugee Response at Week of Compassion
We will explore how to answer God’s call to welcome the sojourner with compassion even when it’s risky. We will also learn about how Disciples in Arizona and across the US are answering that call.
Compartiendo nuestra misión y valores a la comunidad
SESIÓN 2: SOLO EN ESPAÑOL
La reverenda Rosario Ibarra, asesora de servicios de construcción e infraestructura en el Fondo de Extensión de la Iglesia Discípulos.
Aunque la misión de predicar el evangelio permanece, la iglesia siempre se ha adaptado a su contexto para cumplirla. Descubramos juntos cómo nuestra misión y valores pueden fortalecer a nuestra comunidad.
All Assembly Choir
SESSION 1 ONLY
We’ll be singing “I’m Gonna Sing When the Spirit Says Sing”, arranged by James DesJardins. Click here to listen!
Participants who sign up will receive a practice track.
Rehearsal during the second workshop session and the song during closing worship, both on Saturday.
Children & Youth
Nursery
Nursery will be available on TBD.
Parents/guardians will need to check their children in and out of the Nursery.
Children & Youth
We are planning a fun day of activities for children and youth (grades K-12) on Saturday at Assembly. We will not have programing on Friday, however we hope that all ages enjoy the celebration and storytelling event.
Children (grades K-5) and Youth (grades 6-12) will each have three sessions during the Assembly on Saturday. Please see the schedule below.
8:15 – 8:45am Assembly Check-in: All attendees will check-in during this time, unless they checked in Friday evening. Parents/guardians will check-in for their children/youth.
9:00 – 10:00am: Morning Session – This is an all ages time!
10:00 – 11:15am: Children Session 1 – check your child in at the _____ Room
10:00 – 11:15am: Youth Session 1 – check your youth in at the _____ Room
11:15am – 12:30pm: All Assembly Lunch – Parents/guardians should check their children/youth out of programing starting at 11:15am for the All Assembly lunch
12:30 – 2:45pm: Children Session 2 & 3 – check your child in/out at the _____ Room
12:30 – 2:45pm: Youth Session 2 & 3 – check your child in/out at the _____ Room
3:00 – 4:30pm: Closing Worship – this is an all ages time!
Partners
If you are a partner looking for information about attending our assembly, please click here.
The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Arizona is thankful for our many dedicated partners in ministry. The covenantal relationship that we share with our partners both enriches our ministry here in Arizona, but also extends that ministry out in to the wider world.
If you are a ministry partner and looking for ways to engage with Arizona Disciples at our upcoming Assembly, please click here to see opportunities and additional information.
Sponsoring Partners
Friday Reception
We are excited to welcome Republic Insurance Group, LLC, partner of Insurance Board, as the sponsoring partner of our Friday Reception. Republic Insurance Group’s Marc and Amy Gerardis have served Arizona Disciples Congregations for almost a decade. They understand insurance as a ministry partnership, critical to the health and wellbeing of our congregations. We hope that while at Assembly you find time to visit with Marc and Amy to catch up on your current policies under their care, or discuss future opportunities to partner with their ministry.
Saturday Clergy and Guest Breakfast
Our Saturday morning Clergy and Guest breakfast sponsor is our beloved Disciples Church Extension Fund (DCEF) and New Church Ministry. Over the years DCEF and New Church Ministry have been instrumental in the ministry each and every Arizona Disciples Congregation. Working in coordination they ensure that congregations have access to loans and investments, as well as tools for growth and vitality. We hope that while at Assembly you visit with our partner of many years, Rev. Rosario Ibarra, Building and Capital Services Advisor.
Saturday All Assembly Lunch
Our Saturday All Assembly Lunch sponsor is the Christian Church Foundation (CCF) who has been helping the Region, Arizona congregations, and individuals move money to mission since 1961. The Foundation helps congregations and individuals support and expand the ability of all Disciples ministries to worship, witness and serve through permanent endowment funds and other charitable giving. Through this partnership and faithful generosity of many Arizona Disciples our Region and congregations benefit from over two dozen permanent endowment funds managed by CCF. We hope that while you are at Assembly you visit with Rev. Marilyn Fiddmont, Vice President, Southwest Zone & Northeastern Region Representative.
Booklet Partners
Once again we will have a printed Report and Docket at our 2026 Regional Assembly. This is made possible by they ministry partners below. Please see their ad in the booklet, visit their booth while at the assembly, and click their logo below to visit their website.
Host Site
Sun City Christian Church at
9745 W Palmeras Dr, Sun City, AZ 85373 (map below)
Our host church for 2026 Regional Assembly is Sun City Christian Church. Founded in 1974, Sun City Christian Church was established by Arizona New Church Development (now New Church Ministry) as part of the Inter-Church Coalition on Mission in the Southwest (ICOMS).
Rev. Brett Winters currently serves as Pastor, and Sun City Christian Church is engaged in exciting ministry within its community, including becoming Arizona’s first Silver Chalice Congregation.
With the help of a Regional Congregational Vitality Grant, Sun City Christian Church is revitalizing their Wellness Ministry, bringing opportunities to their community for education, exercise, and health screenings. They are also gathering for social events (like game nights) to reduce isolation that can be so common in retirement. Read more about their Wellness Ministry here.
Sun City Christian Church is also beginning a storytelling ministry and will be sharing those skills with us at Assembly.
While on-site at Assembly, we hope that you take some time to visit with our host congregation members and ask them about their mission and ministry in the community. Also, ask a Sun City member about the beautiful carvings on their doors around campus!
Church Offices Information
We have created a new page just for our church offices and pastors. Visit https://azdisciples.org/assembly-for-churches/ for all the information you will need to prepare for and promote Regional Assembly!
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