Community Church of the Verdes

Who we are

We are a vibrant inter-denominational 400+ member Christian congregation committed to spiritual nourishment and growth through regular worship, thoughtful education, and faithful community, striving to live as obedient disciples of Jesus Christ, loving God and loving neighbor.

We welcome all to join us in worship at our Sunday Service at 8:30 am in our sanctuary located at 25603 North Danny Lane in Rio Verde, Arizona.

We offer educational programs including Bible studies, book studies, and annual retreats, pastoral care and mission ministries both locally and internationally, weekly fellowship after Sunday worship, concerts, lectures, dinners and membership gatherings to nurture and strengthen our faith.

Meet the new Pastor

We are delighted to announce that Pastor Steve Beard will begin his ministry as the new Senior Pastor of the Community Church of the Verdes on Sunday, September 7, 2025 at 8:30 am. All are welcome to attend and join us for a welcome fellowship following the service.

Pastor Steve’s Installation Service will take place in November. We look forward to celebrating these special moments together as a church family.

For more information about the Pastor Steve and the Call Committee’s search, please click the button below.

Call Committee Report

This Week's Announcements

Updated 9/14/2025

The attendance at Sunday's service was 89 in person; 346 views online. The flowers were donated by Kathie Sankey: In memory of her dad Hal Higgs.

The Mission Committee is grateful to everyone who donated to our Monthly Mission Drives for various charities during the season. We will continue to collect food for the Extended Hands Food Bank and FHCMA Food Closet throughout the summer.

FHCMA Food Closet: Canned fruit, Saltine or Ritz crackers, and toothpaste.
Extended Hands Food Bank: non-perishable food items.
Sandwich making and delivery for the Justa Center - the third Thursday of each month at 9 am.

Volunteers for Fellowship, Ushers, Lectors, Teller and Communion Stewards needed for the upcoming months. Please sign up in the office with the Office Manager or Sunday at service in Founders Hall.

YTD actual contributions through September 14th were $389,575 vs. YTD budgeted contributions of $410,000. Fund balances are: Legacy Endowment Fund $366,320; Memorial Garden Fund $480,296 and Scholarship Fund $15,148.