Business Details
Progressive Christian Worship in Tempe
We are a faith community rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ, dedicated to fostering spiritual growth and neighborly love. Our congregation actively engages in community service, social justice initiatives, and environmental stewardship while providing inclusive worship experiences. With a commitment to progressive Christian values, we offer Sunday School programs, weekly communion, and outreach services like daily meal distribution and border humanitarian efforts.Our interfaith partnerships and multigenerational ministries reflect our belief that everyone belongs at God's table, regardless of background or belief. As part of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) denomination, we maintain regional and national connections while focusing on local impact through our Tempe campus facilities.
Services
Worship Services
Sunday School
Communion
Community Outreach
Cooling Center
Border Humanitarian Aid
Study Groups
Highlights and features
- We offer inclusive worship welcoming all gender identities and relationship statuses
- Our daily meal program has served over 11,000 lunches annually
- We maintain solar-powered facilities with energy-efficient environmental practices
- Our staff includes experienced clergy with regional denominational leadership
- We provide multigenerational educational programs from children to adults
What people say
Welcoming atmosphere
Active community service
Progressive values
Services
Worship Services
Weekly Sunday worship at 11:00 AM featuring scripture readings, music, and communion. Services include both traditional hymns and contemporary elements with childcare available. Virtual participation through Zoom and Facebook Live options provided for remote attendees.
Community Outreach
Daily meal distribution program serving food-insecure neighbors, operating as part of the I-HELP shelter network. Includes seasonal cooling center for heat-vulnerable populations and border humanitarian aid through water station maintenance along migration routes.
Sunday School
Adult Sunday School sessions at 10:00 AM September through May. Children's programs include Worship & Wonder (ages 3-3rd grade) and Inquiring Minds (4th grade+), both integrating with regular worship services through age-appropriate activities.
Environmental Stewardship
Sustainable practices including solar energy production, energy-efficient lighting, and paper reduction policies. Recognized as a Green Chalice Church through the denomination's environmental certification program while maintaining membership in Arizona Interfaith Power and Light.
Study Groups
Regularly meeting groups including monthly women's circle, biweekly men's group, and seasonal Bible study programs. Additional book study and prayer groups meet both in-person and online with schedules varying by season.
People
Rev. Trish Winters
Minister
Experienced clergy leader with prior roles as Interim and Senior Minister in Disciples congregations. Specializes in connecting scripture study with contemporary social justice issues through compassionate, practical applications.
Keeley Bruner
Office Administrator
Manages church operations including facility scheduling, communication systems, and community inclusion programs. Ensures smooth coordination of worship, education, and outreach activities across multiple weekly programs.
Questions
Are children welcome at services?
Yes! We welcome children of all ages with nursery care available from 10:45-12:15 PM and age-specific programs during worship services.
What community services do you offer?
Daily meal distribution, seasonal cooling center, border humanitarian aid, and support for 12-step groups through our facility and volunteer programs.
How do you practice environmental stewardship?
Through solar energy production, energy-efficient systems, paper reduction policies, and participation in the Green Chalice certification program and Arizona Interfaith Power and Light.
What denominational connections exist?
We are part of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) denomination with regional connections to Arizona congregations and national denominational programs.
