Registration
Registration will open in August. Early bird 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.
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
Special Guests
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.
Hector Soto and Daniel Montoya
Assembly Guest Worship Leaders
From his teenage years, Hector 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, Hector 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, Hector has written dozens of worship songs, many of which have become beloved hymns in local churches and communities. As Hector 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, Hector 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.
Hector 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, Hector and Daniel continue to use their gifts, creativity, and faith to impact lives, strengthen communities, and bring glory to God.
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.
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
In this section church office staff and pastors will find all the information needed related to Regional Assembly. Please scroll down for the following sections:
- 2026 Regional Assembly Timeline
- Promotional Materials
- Notification Documents (including voting delegates, slate of nominees, and proposed resolutions)
- Assembly Communications
Promotional Timeline and Materials
We are excited about Regional Assembly and want to invite your congregation to be excited too! Leading up to registration opening in August we hope that you promote the Assembly using the “Save the Date” images and information below.
During September we are asking that each Sunday church pastors, offices, and leadership will share Regional Assembly promotional items below. Regional Assembly registration is free this year (details in the registration form) so we are looking forward to a lot of Arizona Disciples gathered together on October 23 & 24.
In the lead up to Assembly, church pastors and offices will receive additional promotional materials, print and digital, to help your congregation get excited for Assembly and promote Registration.
2026 Regional Assembly Timeline
April, Notification of Voting Delegates & Nominations – Congregations are notified of their number of voting delegates and are invited to submit nominations for the Regional Board (Administrative Council and Mission Focus) and resolutions of importance for the church.
April 27, Nominees Due to Regional Office – All nominations for the Regional Board (Administrative Council and Mission Focus) must be received at the Regional Office no later than 4:00 pm.
As set by our by-laws, a Nominations Committee made up of 2 members of the Admin Council, 2 members of the Mission Focus Team, and 5 additional members, will consider these nominees and present a slate of officers to the Regional Assembly for election.
July 20, Resolutions Due to the Regional Office– As set by our by-laws, resolutions of importance for the Regional church are received at the Regional Office no later than 4:00 pm.
The Administrative Council will serve as the Resolutions Committee.
Mid-August, Registration Opens! – Congregations will receive registration packets, promotional materials, and other Assembly information!
August 17, Notification of Resolutions & Slate of Nominees – Congregations will receive the 2026 Regional Assembly slate of nominees and any resolutions for consideration.
September 6 – 27, Weekly Promotion of Regional Assembly – Congregations are encouraged to use provided promotional materials to encourage assembly registration. Promotional materials will be available at ra.azdisciples.org!
September 28, Early Bird Registration Ends – All who register before this date receive a free t-shirt, tote bag, and printed Regional Report and Docket.
October 23 & 24, 2026 Regional Assembly at Sun City Christian Church
Notification Documents
Voting Delegates
Each officially recognized congregation of the Region shall be entitled to seven voting representatives to the Assembly and two additional representatives for each one hundred participating members or major fraction thereof over the first one hundred as listed in the current Yearbook and Directory of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), now ALEX.
Congregations in formation receive voting delegates once chartered.
| Congregation | Voting Delegates |
|---|---|
| Alfa Y Omega | 9 |
| Casa de Adoración Discípulos de Cristo | In-Formation Congregation |
| Chalice Christian Church | 7 |
| Community Christian Church of Marana | 9 |
| Community Christian Church, Tempe | 9 |
| Comunidad Limen Christian Church | In-Formation Congregation |
| Desert Dove Christian Church | 7 |
| Desert Heritage Church (UCC/DOC) | 7 |
| Discípulos en Acción | Emerging Congregation |
| Dios de Segunda Oportunidad | 7 |
| East Mesa Christian Church | 7 |
| First Christian Church, Globe | 7 |
| First Christian Church, Mesa | 7 |
| First Christian Church, Scottsdale | 9 |
| First Christian Church, Tucson | 7 |
| Foothills Christian Church | 13 |
| Iglesia La Cruz | Emerging Congregation |
| Larkspur Christian Church | 7 |
| Saguaro Christian Church | 7 |
| Sun City Christian Church | 7 |
| Templo Cristiano Central | 9 |
Nominations
At our assembly we will elect a offices and at large members for our Administrative Council and Mission Focus Team. We encourage all our congregations to submit leaders for our Nominations Team to consider for Regional Leadership using this form.
All nominations must be received by the Regional Office no later than April 27, 2026.
A Nominations Committee made up of 2 members of the Admin Council, 2 members of the Mission Focus Team, and 5 additional members, will consider submitted nominees and present a slate of officers to the Regional Assembly for election.
Resolutions
Resolutions may be submitted by an officially recognized congregation, a regional commission or ministry team, or any group of ten or more members of the Region, and must be received by the Regional Office not less than 100 days prior to the Assembly.
Resolutions must be received by the Regional Office no later than 4:00pm, Monday, July 20, 2026, as set by our by-laws.
Assembly Communications
04/07 – Regional Assembly AZ ReSource to Church Offices and Pastors
Included in this email: Assembly Timeline, Voting Delegates, & Nominee Suggestion Form.
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Los documentos en español están disponibles a continuación.
Cronograma y Materiales Promocionales
¡Estamos muy entusiasmados con la Asamblea Regional y queremos invitar a su congregación a que también lo esté! De cara a la apertura de inscripciones en agosto, esperamos que promocionen la Asamblea utilizando las imágenes e información de “Reserva la fecha” que aparecen a continuación.
Durante septiembre, les pedimos a los pastores, oficinas y líderes de las iglesias que compartan cada domingo los materiales promocionales de la Asamblea Regional que se muestran a continuación. La inscripción a la Asamblea Regional es gratuita este año (los detalles se encuentran en el formulario de inscripción), así que esperamos ver a muchos Discípulos de Arizona reunidos el 23 y 24 de octubre.
Antes de la Asamblea, los pastores y oficinas de las iglesias recibirán materiales promocionales adicionales, tanto impresos como digitales, para ayudar a su congregación a entusiasmarse con la Asamblea y promover la inscripción.
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Past Assemblies
2024 – En El Nobre del Cielo (In the Name of Heaven)
Hosted by First Christian Church, Tucson on October 25 & 26, 2024
2022 – Prophetic Unity (Unidad Profetica)
Hosted by First Christian Church, Scottsdale, on November 4 & 5, 2022
2020 – Virtual Assembly
Virtual Assembly
2018 – Fuente de Vida (Springs of Life)
Hosted by Saguaro Christian Church, Tucson, on November 2 & 3, 2018
2016 – Celebration!/¡Celebración!
Hosted by East Mesa Christian Church, Mesa, on November 4 & 5, 2016
2014 – Dare to Love Boldly
Hosted by First Christian Church, Tucson, on October 24 & 25, 2014
