Coming to Phoenix, AZ

A new church for the heart of Phoenix.
Where life flows in the church, the city, and everyday life.

We exist to build a church where God's presence dwells, and people far from God can find life in Christ.

Rheo

Greek — ῥέω

To flow, to gush, to pour, to overflow. Movement, abundance, and life-giving spiritual power.

"Whoever believes in me, as Scripture has said, rivers of living water will flow from within them." John 7:38
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The Rivera Family
Your Pastors

Maycol & Merari

Maycol and Merari attended Portland Bible College, where Maycol earned his degree in Theology. They were married during that season of preparation for ministry and have served faithfully ever since — investing in people and building church communities across the Pacific Northwest.

In 2025, they sensed a clear calling from God to reach the city of Phoenix with the gospel and to plant a thriving, life-giving church in the heart of the city. After months of prayer, fasting, wise counsel, and two trips to Arizona, the burden was confirmed.

One thing they know to be true: the Church is the hope of the world. And God is doing something new in Phoenix.

Why Phoenix?

Phoenix doesn't just need more churches. It needs more healthy, life-giving churches.

There is a significant gap in reaching those who have yet to encounter Jesus and existing believers who may have become disconnected, dry, or stagnant in their faith. The need is real and the opportunity is wide open.

With a metropolitan population of over 4.5 million, Phoenix is one of the fastest-growing cities in the country. Thousands of young families and young professionals are arriving every year — many searching for authentic community and purpose.

We believe God is calling us to create a community where people experience the life and flow of God in a real, authentic way. Our heart is to see lives changed, families restored, and the city impacted.

4.5M+ Metro Population
Fastest-Growing Major U.S. City
Thousands New Neighbors Yearly

The
Church
We See

Heaven in Motion

A community marked by the presence of God. Where worship is a lifestyle, discipleship runs deep, leaders are raised, and the city is served. Not just Sunday services — a movement of people bringing heaven to earth daily.

Building an Acts 2 culture.

Word

Devoted to truth

Community

Authentic belonging

Prayer

Expectant & constant

Generosity

Radically open-handed

Mission

Sent into the city

Our Values

What we carry.

  1. 01

    The Message of Jesus

    We prioritize our lives around Jesus because He first loved us. The message we preach is the good news and His kingdom. Jesus is our foundation and the cornerstone of everything we do.

    1 Corinthians 3:11, 1 Peter 2:6
  2. 02

    The Presence of God

    When we are marked by God’s presence we are never the same. The presence of God is what drives our life and our worship gatherings. There is no movement without the presence of God. We are a community who gathers around His presence.

    Exodus 33:15
  3. 03

    Passionate Worship

    Our worship is dedicated to honoring, praising, and glorifying God. Moving beyond ritual, Jesus invited us into an authentic, personal connection. Worship is meant to engage spirit and body together. Worship is individual, corporate, and it’s a lifestyle.

    John 4:24
  4. 04

    Loving People

    God’s love is a central theme in scripture. People are not a mistake and they were created with purpose. We love you and you are deeply loved by God. We are called to reach the lost, bring prodigals home, serve people and celebrate each life. People are gold and they are our mission.

    1 John 4:16
  5. 05

    Faith

    God honors our faith. We believe in having radical faith, believing beyond what we can see. We trust God’s character and promises even before we see the outcome. The impossible is where God operates. Our role is to have faith by obeying beyond what is comfortable. We move with radical faith.

    2 Corinthians 5:7
  6. 06

    Community

    We are committed to God and committed to community. Our commitment to each other should increase and not plateau. We gather to encourage and build one another up. Community is not tied down to a service. Community is happening throughout the week.

    1 Thessalonians 5:11
  7. 07

    A Generous Heart

    Generosity is God’s heart and our heart. We mirror God’s nature by responding to his generosity. We give cheerfully because it reflects God’s own nature. Generosity is a privilege that we steward with our time, talents, and treasure. Tithing is an act of worship and obedience. Generosity is joyfully giving above and beyond.

    2 Corinthians 9:7; Matthew 25:34–40

Our Beliefs

What we believe.

Follow the Journey

We're building something new in Phoenix. Whether you want to pray, give, serve, or just stay connected — we'd love to have you from the beginning.

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Cover this church in intercession

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