Canyon's "Compassion in Action" Fundraiser Event
Oct
11
to Nov 14

Canyon's "Compassion in Action" Fundraiser Event

We will be showing a #GreaterLove, found only through Christ, to women, men, and babies across the Phoenix valley by participating in the Walk for Life fundraiser to benefit Choices pregnancy centers. Here are several ways you can get involved:

  • SPONSOR our “Compassion in Action” walk team by clicking here and making a donation online. If you want to donate towards a specific walker on our team, you can search for their name by clicking here.

  • JOIN our Walk Team and help us fundraise by going here and clicking on the pink “Register as Guest” button. Even if you can’t join us on the actual day of the walk, you can still help us meet our goal! (If you need help registering - just ask Davina!)

  • WALK with us on Saturday, Nov. 14 in downtown Phoenix. Check-in opens at 7:30 AM, then the walk begins promptly at 8:30 AM. Come and celebrate with us and enjoy family fun with bounce houses, face painting, and snacks and learn more about this amazing ministry. You can walk with us or just cheer us on! (Please let Shawn or Davina know you want to come, so we can look for you.)

  • PRAY for the Christ-centered work at ChoicesAZ, and for all the Walk Teams.

  • Questions? Contact our apologetics ministry leader, Shawn White, or our walk team coordinator, Davina White.

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All Ages - Canyon Church Retreat
Oct
16
to Oct 18

All Ages - Canyon Church Retreat

Connect with God and others! Make plans to join us Friday, October 16 through Sunday, October 18 for a weekend together as a church family in the cool pines of northern Arizona.  We’ll be reserving cabins at a retreat center called Camp Ponderosa, located in White Mountains, AZ. The facility includes several amenities and the cost of our stay includes meals that will be prepared for us by the camp staff.

  • Click the button below to see more details and to sign-up, or reach out to our Youth & Family Minister, Carter Milam, with any questions.

  • PLEASE NOTE - There will be NO Children’s Bible Hour offered on 10/18 at Canyon’s North Valley church location since staff will be at the retreat.

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Trunk or Treat & Chili Cook-off
Oct
25
5:30 PM17:30

Trunk or Treat & Chili Cook-off

We’ll be having an ALL-AGES Trunk or Treat and Chili Cook-off on Sunday, Oct. 25 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM.

We’ll have dinner together and then trunk or treating will begin at 6:15 PM.

This will be a fun time for our church family to enjoy each other’s company. We’ll also be having a chili cook-off with prizes - so get out those recipes! 

Please check out the schedule and details below and make plans to attend.

  • COSTUMES are welcome but not required. Come dressed up or just as you are - all are welcome! Since this is an all-ages event, we encourage silly, fun, cute, or creative costumes and recommend avoiding extremely scary or gory costumes.

  • DECORATE A TRUNK - Participating cars are asked to arrive and set-up in the parking area behind the worship building (south entrance, by the kitchen) and have their trunks decorated no later than 5:00 PM. Other vehicles should be parked on the north side of the building. CLICK HERE FOR A MAP. Please bring your own candy to hand out. Trunk and treating will begin at 6:15 PM.

  • CHILI COOK-OFF - Do you have a favorite chili recipe? Bring your chili in a crockpot (or something to keep it warm) and enter our chili cook-off. Everyone will get to sample and vote on their favorite and prizes will be awarded. CHILI CHEFS - Please be sure to sign-up on the sheet so we can plan out table space, voting cards, etc.

  • SIGN-UP SHEETS for chili, side dishes, trunk decorating, etc. will be in the auditorium and in the children’s area of the Education building. Questions? Please contact our Children’s Minister, Emma Milam.

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NEW Winter Bible Classes - Nov. thru Dec.
Nov
1
9:30 AM09:30

NEW Winter Bible Classes - Nov. thru Dec.

At Canyon, we delight in the study of God’s word. This fall, we invite you to engage in loving God deeper and connecting with others by trying out one of our new classes for adults, teens, and all ages of children.

Please note: Our Winter classes will be shorter than our usual offerings and will only last 9 weeks.

SUNDAY MORNINGS

  • Adults - Cultural Apologetics class meets in the auditorium, led by Shawn White. We will spend time investigating how Truth, Goodness, and Beauty reorients us to God. Each of these have their beginning and end in God and the scattered fragments we find of them today, if we are paying attention, can point us back to Him. 

  • Adults - Men Preparing Themselves to Shepherd God's Church, a Shepherding Training class meets in 406, led by Jay Carter and Tom Riley. Leaders are compelled to know so many things and do so much so well. Yet nothing we can do to develop leaders is more important than mentoring. This course is meant to be a first step in preparing you for a life of shepherding God's flock.

  • Adult Women - Time To Connect class, led by various women, meets in Room 407.

  • Young Adults (ages 18-30) - Journey through the Book of James class meets in room 602, led by Ron Barbee.

  • Youth (6th-12th Grade) - Practicing the Way: Part 2, a study using the book by John Mark Comer, led by our Youth & Family Minister, Carter Milam meets in our Youth Center.

  • Children (Newborn to 5th Grade) - Classes are offered in the Children’s area of our Education Building. Please contact our Children’s Ministry Director, Emma Milam, with any questions or visit our Children’s page for more information about our curriculum.

Our classes will help you learn to love God and his Word more and give you a chance to connect with other people. Please contact our church office with any questions about current and upcoming class offerings.

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Children's Ministry - Service Project
Nov
7
9:00 AM09:00

Children's Ministry - Service Project

Stop by the Children’s area of the Education Building between 9 and 11 am on Saturday, Nov. 7 for your children to participate in a Thanksgiving-themed service project. Watch this site for more details.

If you have questions or if you would like to volunteer at this event, please contact our Children’s Minister, Emma Milam.

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Potluck & Ministry Fair
Oct
4
12:00 PM12:00

Potluck & Ministry Fair

Please bring a dish to share and join us for our potluck lunch after worship service on Oct. 4.

We’ll also be having a ministry fair that day - so please stay and spend some time meeting our ministry leaders and learning about our active groups. God equips each one of us with talents, skills, and abilities to bless others and build up His Kingdom. If you have an interest or passion but aren’t sure how it fits into life at Canyon Church, this will be a great opportunity to get those questions answered.

In the meantime, you can also visit our “Serve” page to see a list of current ministries.

If you have questions about this event, please contact the church office.

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Young Adults - New Winter Class Begins
Oct
4
9:30 AM09:30

Young Adults - New Winter Class Begins

Our new Bible class will begin on Sunday, Oct. 4 (earlier than the start of our regular educational quarter). So save the date and make plans to join us that day at 9:30 AM in Room 603 as we begin a journey through the Book of James. If you have any questions, or would like to get plugged in with our young adults ministry, please contact Deacon Ron Barbee.

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Leadership Planning Meeting
Sep
26
8:00 AM08:00

Leadership Planning Meeting

Canyon’s leadership (elders, deacons, ministers, and ministry leaders ) will be having a meeting on Saturday, Sept. 26 at 8 AM to discuss our upcoming Ministry Fair and to plan for 2027. Breakfast will be provided at this meeting, so bring a good appetite and your great ideas!

Watch your email for more details.

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Connection Groups Kick-off & Potluck
Sep
13
12:00 PM12:00

Connection Groups Kick-off & Potluck

We will be officially rebooting our Connection Groups on Sunday, September 13.  Our small groups are just one way we fill our mission of connecting people to God and to each other! 

Be sure to bring a dish to share and join us for our potluck after worship service on Sept. 13 and we can introduce you to a Connection Group leader in your area.

Our small groups meet in homes and offer a relaxed and friendly setting to get to know other people. It’s an easy way to become more involved and make friends who will encourage you in your faith.

If you have questions or if you’re interested in starting a group in your area, please contact the church office.

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Youth Event - Area-Wide Youth Rally
Sep
11
to Sep 12

Youth Event - Area-Wide Youth Rally

  • Surprise Church of Christ (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

In a world that pressures youth to define themselves by appearance, success, or failure, God invites us to say, “Hello, I’m who He says I am!” 

Canyon’s Youth Group (6th-12th Grade) will be attending the “Sold Out!” Youth Rally, hosted at Surprise Church of Christ on the evening of Friday, Sept. 11 and all day Saturday, Sept. 12. Registration is $25 and includes admission, dinner on Saturday night, and a youth rally t-shirt.

  • If you can help chaperone or provide transportation to this event for Canyon’s youth, or if you’re interested in donating or utilizing a scholarship for a student, please contact our Youth & Family Minister, Carter Milam.

  • To sign up, please fill out the form below or visit Surprise Church’s website for more details.

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Connection Group Leader Training
Sep
9
6:30 PM18:30

Connection Group Leader Training

We will be holding a training session for all our Connection Group leaders on Wednesday, Sept. 9. This will help prepare us for the re-start of Connection Groups on Sunday, Sept. 13. A pizza dinner will be provided.

Leaders - please watch for more details coming soon, or contact the church office with any questions.

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40 Days of Prayer
Aug
23
to Sep 30

40 Days of Prayer

  • Wherever You Are! (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Our church family will join together in 40 Days of Prayer starting on Sunday, August 23 and ending on September 30. Please pray for wisdom and God’s leading for our elders, deacons, and ministers before their leadership retreat in September at the conclusion of this prayer vigil.

SCHEDULE

Aug. 23-31: Personal Prayer Focus - Please spend this time in focused, individualized prayer, preparing your heart before we move into the more guided prayer time in the remaining 30 days.

Sept. 1 - 30: Guided Prayer & Fasting - Be sure to pick up the packet of devotional materials on Sunday, Aug. 13 (one per household). We will work through this prayer devotional as a congregation.

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Back-to-School Blessing & Potluck
Aug
9
10:30 AM10:30

Back-to-School Blessing & Potluck

Be sure to join us for worship service at 10:30 AM on Sunday, August 9 as we will include a special time of prayer and say a blessing over our children, school administrators, and teachers before they start the new school year. Our Youth & Family Minister, Carter Milam, will also be giving the sermon that day. And our back-to-school celebrating and praising will continue during a potluck after worship service - so please bring a dish to share, and plan on staying for lunch!

Please note, Children’s Bible Hour will not be held this day, to allow for children and families to be together for the duration of our worship service.

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NEW Fall Bible Classes - Aug. thru Oct.
Aug
2
9:30 AM09:30

NEW Fall Bible Classes - Aug. thru Oct.

At Canyon, we delight in the study of God’s word. This fall, we invite you to engage in loving God deeper and connecting with others by trying out one of our new classes for adults, teens, and all ages of children.

SUNDAY MORNINGS

  • Adults - Praying with Jesus: Experiencing New Depths in Prayer class, led by Tom Riley, Dan Shewmaker, and Shawn Mullins, and meets in the auditorium. This conversational style class will focus on the prayer life and prayer teachings of Jesus.

  • Adults - Walking in the Dust: The Call of Radical Discipleship class, led by Jay Carter, meets in Room 406. Explore the cultural context of Jesus’ teachings and how that insight can lead us to practical application today.

  • Adult Women - It’s Time To… class, led by various women, meets in Room 407. Discover how God is shaping you, strengthening you, and calling you to greater spiritual maturity.

  • Young Adults (ages 18-30) - If There is No God, led by Al and Pam Larson in Room 603. This class will look at the first three chapters of Genesis as the origin of right and wrong, and examine books from several commentators on the topic, as they discuss pressing questions about life, purpose, and morality.

  • Youth (6th-12th Grade) - Study of the Book of Romans, led by our Youth & Family Minister, Carter Milam in our Youth Center.

  • Children (Newborn to 5th Grade) - Classes are offered in the Children’s area of our Education Building. Please contact our Children’s Ministry Director, Emma Milam, with any questions or visit our Children’s page for more information about our curriculum.

Our classes will help you learn to love God and his Word more and give you a chance to connect with other people. Please contact our church office with any questions about current and upcoming class offerings.

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Family Camping Trip
Jul
24
to Jul 26

Family Camping Trip

  • Canyon Point Campground (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us in the great outdoors as we celebrate the beauty of God’s creation and enjoy connecting with each other and building deeper friendships. Our Children’s and Youth Ministries will be hosting a joint camping trip at Canyon Point Campground on July 24-26. The campground is located in the scenic Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest in north central Arizona near the town of Heber.

  • Interested in attending? Please contact our Youth & Family Minister, Carter Milam.

  • For more information about the campsite, please click here.

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Kids' Summer Movie Night - July
Jul
17
5:30 PM17:30

Kids' Summer Movie Night - July

This summer, we invite you to join us for a Children’s Movie Night, held once a month for free at Canyon Church in our auditorium (Building 2). Popcorn and water will be provided. Children may bring other snacks if desired.

Our movie for July will be the animated film Ice Age and will be held on Friday, July 17 from 5:30 - 7:30 PM. This film is rated PG. You can click here to read a parent guide about the movie.

 The event is free, but registration is required. Please click the button below and fill out the form for each child that is attending.

** PARENTS MUST ACCOMPANY ALL CHILDREN AGE 5 AND YOUNGER. NO EXCEPTIONS **

 If you have questions, please contact us at 623-889-3388 or at contact@canyonchurch.org.

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"Won by One" Concert
Jul
13
7:00 PM19:00

"Won by One" Concert

You’re invited to join us the evening of Monday, July 13 for a night of worship and fellowship with a concert by the talented a cappella singing group “Won by One.”

Won By One is made up of six students from Pepperdine University in Malibu, CA. Members are chosen by audition each year and must demonstrate musical ability, academic excellence, personality, and spiritual commitment.  We encourage you to check out their music on iTunes or Spotify.

Afterwards we’ll have some time to visit and enjoy refreshments. Please bring a sweet treat to share. The students will also be available afterwards to answer any questions about the educational opportunities offered at Pepperdine.

Canyon Church has thoroughly enjoyed hosting this group in the past and we know our time together will be glorifying to God and a blessing for all.  We encourage you to make plans join us and invite a friend to come with you!

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Youth Event - "Dwell" Worship Night
Jul
12
5:30 PM17:30

Youth Event - "Dwell" Worship Night

Canyon will be hosting an area-wide youth event for local 6th-12th Grade students on Sunday, July 12 at 5:30 PM. Our theme is “Dwell” and this will be a powerful evening of focused worship and silence before God. Questions? Please contact Canyon’s Youth & Family Minister, Carter Milam.

  • This event is free, but sign-ups are requested so we can plan accordingly.

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School Supplies Drive
Jul
5
to Jul 26

School Supplies Drive

  • Canyon Church of Christ (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

For over 17 years we have supported Central Phoenix Urban Ministry and volunteered with their outreach opportunities in downtown Phoenix.  We’re currently doing a school supplies drive in partnership with this ministry to bless low-income children with backpacks filled with everything they need to start school in August. Here’s how you can help:

  1. PICK UP: Please pick up a backpack from the auditorium.

  2. SHOP: Use the shopping list included with the backpack and fill it up with the requested supplies.

  3. DROP OFF: Completed backpacks (with the shopping list) should be turned back in to the auditorium by no later than Sunday, July 26.

If you have any questions, please contact our Youth & Family Minister, Carter Milam. To learn more about Central Phoenix Urban Ministry, click here.

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Fellowship Meal & Birthday Celebration
Jul
5
12:00 PM12:00

Fellowship Meal & Birthday Celebration

On Sunday, July 5 everyone is invited to stay after worship service for a fellowship meal together, as we also take a moment to celebrate God’s goodness and blessings over the body of believers who have worshipped and served together for the last 23 years as Canyon Church of Christ. Please bring a dish to share and plan on joining us!

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Youth Summer Camp (6th-12th Grade)
Jun
28
to Jul 3

Youth Summer Camp (6th-12th Grade)

  • Copper Basin Bible Camp (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Canyon’s Youth Group (6th - 12th Grade) will be participating in summer camp at Copper Basin Bible Camp in Prescott, AZ. We will be attending during Combo Week on June 28-July 3. This camp is for any student entering 6th through 12th Grade in the fall.

Canyon’s youth, along with other teens from across the state, will enjoy time together filled with worship, Bible study, games, fellowship, sports, nature walks, and more!

  • To Register CLICK HERE to visit the camp’s website. You can learn more about the camp at cbbc.life and read about the camp theme here.

  • Questions? Please contact our Youth & Family Minister, Carter Milam.

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Kids' Summer Movie Night - June
Jun
26
5:30 PM17:30

Kids' Summer Movie Night - June

This summer, we invite you to join us for a Children’s Movie Night, held once a month for free at Canyon Church in our auditorium (Building 2). Popcorn and water will be provided. Children may bring other snacks if desired.

Our movie for June will be the animated film The Jungle Book (1967) and will be held on Friday, June 26 from 5:30 - 7:30 PM. This film is rated G.

 The event is free, but registration is required. Please click the button below and fill out the form for each child that is attending.

** PARENTS MUST ACCOMPANY ALL CHILDREN AGE 5 AND YOUNGER. NO EXCEPTIONS **

 If you have questions, please contact us at 623-889-3388 or at contact@canyonchurch.org.

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Youth (7th-12th Grade) - UPLIFT Summer Camp
Jun
13
12:00 PM12:00

Youth (7th-12th Grade) - UPLIFT Summer Camp

This summer our Youth Group will be attending UPLIFT in Searcy, AR from June 13-20. UPLIFT is a summer camp held on the campus of Harding University for students entering the 7th grade through graduating high school seniors. While most campers come with their youth groups, they can also come individually. Each day, students will go to classes and hear speakers, with plenty of time devoted to recreation and entertainment as well. Click here to learn more about UPLIFT.

  • If you’re interested in attending, please use the button here to fill out the form.

  • Questions? Please contact our Youth & Family Minister, Carter Milam.

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Children's Ministry - Splash & Play
Jun
6
9:00 AM09:00

Children's Ministry - Splash & Play

Join us for some splash time fun at the Liberty Bell Park Splash Pad on Saturday, June 6 from 9:00 to 11:00 AM. Come and go as you are able or stay for the whole time. Kids should come dressed in bathing suits and/or water shoes, or clothes and shoes that you are ok with getting wet. Don’t forget to bring a towel and sunscreen too. Please contact our Children’s Minister, Emma Carter, with any questions or to let her know you’re coming.

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Young Adults - Monthly Meal for May
May
31
12:00 PM12:00

Young Adults - Monthly Meal for May

On the last Sunday of each month, our Young Adults group enjoys a meal together. For the month of May, they will be meeting on Sunday, May 31 after worship service in the auditorium for Laurie’s famous Taco Salad for lunch. Everyone ages 18-30 is invited, especially our recent graduates.  The group will spend some time discussing future plans and there may even be a game or two for everyone to play!

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Kids' Summer Movie Night - May
May
22
5:30 PM17:30

Kids' Summer Movie Night - May

This summer, we invite you to join us for a Children’s Movie Night, held once a month for free at Canyon Church in our auditorium (Building 2). Popcorn and water will be provided. Children may bring other snacks if desired.

Our movie for May will be the animated film Monsters, Inc. (2001) and will be held on Friday, May 22 from 5:30 - 7:30 PM. This film is rated G. Click here to read a parent guide about the film.

 The event is free, but registration is required. Please click the button below and fill out the form for each child that is attending.

** PARENTS MUST ACCOMPANY ALL CHILDREN AGE 5 AND YOUNGER. NO EXCEPTIONS **

 If you have questions, please contact us at 623-889-3388 or at contact@canyonchurch.org.

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