We are a small but diverse group of Christians committed to following Jesus and loving our community.
Although our roots are in the Stone-Campbell restoration movement, we represent a variety of denominational backgrounds. We are also theologically, politically and socially diverse; we have learned that we can differ from one another and still worship, study, fellowship and serve together.
We welcome everyone, men and women, to serve and use their gifts in all aspects of the church's life and leadership. We are active in numerous community ministries including the Tempe Community Action Agency's IHELP, FriendSpeak and ministry on the campus of Arizona State University.
We take Scripture very seriously, and all members are encouraged to read and study the Bible (both as individuals and in study groups) that they may interpret Scripture for themselves and apply it to their own lives.
We do not insist that members agree with a particular creed or statement of faith beyond affirming that “Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the Living God” and accepting him as their Lord and Savior.
Worship with us on Sundays at 10:00 AM at 2424 South Mill Avenue in Tempe, Arizona.
Richard Peabody
Richard owns a pool cleaning business and has served as an elder since 2013. He and his wife, Katie, have been married for thirty years and have two grown children.
Travis Mauck
Travis has been an active part of our community for many years! He has two grown children and a new grandson who is his delight.
Michael serves as our Senior Minister. Michael has been living out God's call on his life in the Valley since 2015. He has a passion for people and for creating spaces where community can grow out of God's passion for us! He feels it is a great honor to participate in what God is doing in Tempe and beyond.
Hannah Parmelee serves with the Tempe Church of Christ as the Oasis Campus Minister to Arizona State University and other area colleges. Focused on spiritual transformation into Christlikeness, leadership development, and relationship health,
Hannah also leads the Leadership Training Institute, and serves on multiple ministry boards. Hannah and her husband, Jay, have been married for over twenty years and have three daughters. Hannah is passionate about helping people know Jesus more deeply and learning to live and become like him.
Young adults are always welcome at Oasis weekly and special events! If you'd like to connect with Hannah, please email her at: hannah.parmelee@tempechurch.org.
Claire joined our family in 2017 from her time spent serving as an Apprentice at the University of Mississippi Campus Ministry, Rebels for Christ. Claire is a native of Arkansas where she graduated from Harding University with a Bachelor's in Bible and Religion and received her Master of Ministry and Theology from Fuller Theological Seminary. As our Associate Minister, Claire seeks to serve all members of our family with compassion and creativity!
Kathryn serves as our Director of Ecotheology Kathryn previously served as an Apprentice and was a part of our campus ministry, Oasis, before graduating with a Bachelors' Degree in Sustainability at ASU. She cares deeply for creation and helping us expand our role as caretakers of the earth. Kathryn is the coordinator of the Foxtail Community Garden.
Adrienne serves as an Apprentice and works primarily with our youth group. Adrienne was a part of our community for several years when she was called to pursue a Master's in Ministry and Theology from Fuller Theological Seminary. Adrienne is married to Jared and they are expecting their first child.
Are you searching for a deeper, more intimate life with God? At the Tempe Church, we would love to journey alongside you.
We invite you to peruse our website to learn more about our community and reach out by emailing us at office@tempechurch.org if you have any questions!