WELCOME
North Valley Church is a non-denominational Christian church located in Phoenix, Arizona, on a beautiful campus at 27201 N. Black Canyon Hwy., Phoenix, AZ 85085 (I-17, ½ mile north of Jomax).
OUR STORY
North Valley Church was founded in 2012 by Pastor Ryan Rice, who moved to the Phoenix Valley in 2010 with a simple vision: to reach the North Valley for Christ! What began as a small community group in the Rice family’s apartment quickly grew as God’s Word was faithfully taught and people began responding to the gospel. As lives were changed, men, women, and children placed their faith in Christ and were baptized—often in neighborhood pools and apartment communities.
As more leaders joined the mission, community groups multiplied and began gathering in homes, apartments, and eventually in a local church building for worship and teaching. On September 23, 2012, North Valley held its grand opening service at Barry Goldwater High School, marking the public launch of the church.
MOVING TO OUR CAMPUS
In 2015, North Valley launched a bold vision to purchase land and establish a permanent home for the church. What takes many churches a decade or more, God allowed North Valley to accomplish in just three years. Through the sacrificial generosity of its people, the church purchased nine acres of land on September 11, 2015—a major milestone for this growing congregation.
By God’s grace, the church has since moved onto its campus and continues to work diligently to improve and expand its facilities to serve the growing community. Today, expansion efforts are being advanced through a resource initiative called “The Blue Sky Resource Initiative,” which helps fund future building projects and enhance ministry impact across the Valley.
EXPANDING THE MISSION
From the beginning, North Valley Church has been committed to the Great Commandments and the Great Commission. Pastor Ryan often says, “Any church that commits to the Great Commission and the Great Commandments will be great.” This conviction has shaped our local and global outreach from day one.
We have:
- Helped start and strengthen churches across Arizona and beyond.
- Fueled and funded missions efforts locally and globally.
- Partnered with local schools, including being named Community Partner of the Year by the Deer Valley Unified School District.
- Worked alongside city officials, police, and fire departments to serve our community.
- Collaborated with state leaders, including former Governor Jan Brewer, to address the foster care crisis in Arizona.
LOOKING AHEAD
Though still a young church, North Valley continues to grow in faith, influence, and impact. With life-applicational, expository Bible preaching, vibrant community groups, and a heart for mission, our desire remains clear: to reach people for Christ throughout the North Valley and beyond.
At North Valley, we exist to gather to discover truth for life, grow in our spiritual journey, and go make a difference in the world.