ABOUT CITY CHURCH

MISSION

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VALUES

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BELIEFS

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OUR VISION

To Influence Every Person We Meet Towards Christ’s Kingdom!

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OUR STORY

  • City Church is under the covering of the Assemblies of God! We are a vibrant community of Christ followers meeting in the central heart of Surprise, Arizona. We gather at the Ottawa University Campus and are determined to reach a multi-generational community with a vision to influence every person we meet towards Christ Kingdom.

  • City Church was started in 2016 by a small group of families in Surprise under the leadership of Pastors Russ and Traci Smith. We come from all different backgrounds, cultures, and faiths. Originally from Missoula, Montana, the Smiths moved to Arizona in 2015 to lead an extension campus of New Life Church in Surprise. A few months later, the main campus of the New Life community chose to close the extension campus, suddenly leaving behind a group of passionate believers with fearless faith. A few months later, City Church was born. Pastor Russ and Traci have been in ministry for over thirty years. They have 6 adult children who all love the Lord and are engaged in their local church, and some are in full-time ministry! Russ and Traci have 14 grandchildren that they thoroughly enjoy spoiling.

  • City Church hopes to be a voice in our community that speaks love and truth in all things and ignites a passion for knowing Christ. We strive to be a church that loves the unlovable, encourages the broken, and equips believers with solid biblical truth. We desire to be a church that provides for the needy, honors and serves the elderly, and raises strong leaders among the youth. We hope to be a church that will bring life changing faith positively impacting our community physically, emotionally and spiritually.

  • You are valued and loved at City Church. We are honored to come along side you, wherever you are in your faith, to strengthen and encourage you in your journey to knowing Jesus. We believe in a God who's mercy is new every morning because our humanity is weak. We believe in a God who draws us, changes our hearts, and uses each of us to show the love of God to others. This love crosses cultures, politics, and generations it is the evidence of a living God who's Spirit moves through people. This means that no one is unimportant. Each of us has a role and divine purpose in the body of Christ. We want to see you grow in your purpose and love others like Christ.

OUR VALUES

  • Your story matters. We welcome people across cultures, backgrounds, and generations. Wherever you are starting, we want to help you connect and take another step with Jesus.
    Romans 15:7 - Welcome one another just as Christ welcomed you, bringing glory to God.

  • We build friendships that go beyond a Sunday morning. We show up for each other, celebrate together, and walk through hard seasons with grace, honesty, and care.

    Romans 12:15- Celebrate with those who are celebrating, and weep with those who are grieving.

  • The mission belongs to all of us. We serve, invite, and use our gifts to help people know Jesus. Every person has a meaningful contribution to make.

    1 Peter 4:10 - God has given each of you a gift. Use it to serve others as faithful stewards of His grace.

  • We are generous with our time, talents, and resources. We give with joy, respond to needs, and make room in our lives to bless others. We strive to give above and beyond what is comfortable.

    2 Corinthians 9:7 - Each person should give what they have decided in their heart, freely and willingly, because God loves a cheerful giver.

  • We trust God and move forward with courage. We are open to fresh ideas, willing to learn, and ready to change our approach while staying rooted in Scripture.

    2 Corinthians 5:7 - We live by faith, trusting god beyond what we can see.

  • We integrate prayer into every aspect of our lives and start every meeting with prayer. We turn to God for direction, wisdom, and strength. Prayer is a vital part of our everyday lives, and we rely on the Holy Spirit to lead and empower us.

    Ephesians 6:18 - Pray in the Spirit on every occasion, bringing every kind of prayer and request. Stay alert and keep praying for God’s people.

  • Following Jesus is a lifelong journey. We help people grow in faith, discover their gifts, and become leaders who help others grow.

    Ephesians 4:12 - Equip God’s people to serve, building up the body of Christ 13 until we grow together in unity, knowledge of Jesus, and spiritual maturity.

  • We love our neighbors through practical action. We meet needs, build partnerships, and bring the hope of Jesus into the places we live, work, and spend our days.

    Matthew 5:16 - Let your light shine so people can see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven.

  • You do not have to have it all figured out to take your next step. Bring your questions. Come as you are. Meet people who will walk with you as you get to know Jesus and discover His purpose for your life!
    There is room for you at City Church.

OUR BELIEFS

  • Jesus Christ is at the center of everything. We believe that Jesus is the only one who can reconcile us to God. He lived a sinless and exemplary life, died on the cross in our place, and rose again to prove His victory and empower us for life. We believe that Jesus Christ is coming back again as He promised.

  • We believe in one eternal God who is the Creator of all things. He exists in three Persons: God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit. He is completely loving and completely holy.

  • We believe that the Bible is God’s Word. It is accurate, authoritative, and applicable to our everyday lives.

  • We believe that sin has separated each of us from God and His purpose for our lives.

  • We believe that in order to receive forgiveness and a fresh start with God, we must repent of our sins, believe in Jesus, and commit to His will for our lives.

  • We believe in the baptism in the Holy Spirit as an essential for the believer. We believe in the operation of the gifts of Holy Spirit and the gifts of Christ need to be active in the Church today. Holy Spirit has the power to transform individuals at the deepest level. Through the work of the Spirit, spiritual rebirth or regeneration, is becoming a new creation in Christ. This transformation involves a change of heart, mind, and character, enabling believers to live in accordance with God's will.

  • We believe in the power and significance of the Church and the necessity of believers to meet regularly together.