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Our History
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January 23, 1994 |
First service at Paradise Valley High School (Phoenix) |
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January 1, 1996 |
Mike Burnidge, Sr. Pastor, begins to preach |
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August 24, 1997 |
First service at Thunderbird Academy |
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January 1, 1997 |
Dan King, Executive Pastor, joins the team |
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January 23, 2000 |
First service at Desert Sun Elementary School |
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September 10, 2000 |
Ground-breaking Sunday for current facility |
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July 29, 2001 |
First service in Dynamite Blvd Campus |
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September 9, 2001 |
Dedication Sunday of Dynamite Blvd Campus |
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May 26, 2004 |
Purchased additional 10 acres |
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September, 2006 |
The Coffee House Video Venue launched |
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February, 2008 |
The new children's building opens |
Our Mission
North Ridge Community Church exists to do whatever it takes to turn ordinary people into POWER-filled followers of Christ.
- Prayer
- Outreach to others
- Worshiping God
- Equipped for service in a ministry
- Relationship with others and God
Eight Distinctives
Biblical
As we operate within the boundaries of the Bible.
Authentic
As we demand authenticity in our relationships, teaching, and ministries.
Progress = Success
As we measure success in terms of changed lives.
Evangelical
As we love people without Christ to the same degree that Jesus does.
Culturally Connected
With creativity, innovation, and relevance
Family Affirming
As we value the family.
Servant-Led
As we promote servant leadership and congregational ownership.
Motivate
Through hope not guilt.