We have been here in Phoenix, Arizona for two months now! We have had 5 Sunday morning services, and have officially launched our weekly services as of Easter Sunday. We had a sports camp in March, and an egg hunt that brought in over 100 people! That's not all that's happening though. Things are going well and we are so thankful for all we've been able to experience so far. Even greater things are ahead!
Matt and I are starting to see some of the reason God has us right here, right now. We have encountered many people who are sick and are undergoing treatment. We've been able to pray for (and even with) these people. God has really opened doors for conversations about Him, his grace, and healing power. It has been so eye-opening to see the needs of these precious people, and know that it is our responsibility and privilege to pray for them. And we have seen God answer prayer! We pray, he answers. He is faithful and good!
Personally, it has been an adjustment for our family that is still in motion. Living in an RV without having planned to do that has been a big point of transition. Had we known we'd be in our camper for 2+ months, trust me, I would have packed differently (clothes, medicine, my curling rod!, etc.). Having almost 300 square feet for five active people poses a daily challenge, but thankfully we can get outside for more space. Matt has begun working (full time) for the Scottsdale Unified School System, overseeing their 5 theaters. He enjoys working there and we are thankful he got the job!
Even with the full time job, we are unable to make ends meet. So far we've been ok because we have been living off our savings for the past two months, but once that's gone, we won't be able to sustain ourselves. I have been job-searching, but with no car and needing to be with the kids, I am left with fewer options. We have enough money to get through this month. But we need to raise more funds.
This is where we need to let you know of our genuine need. We need to be able to pay our bills so that we can continue to serve the community and be a part of the Arise Church leadership team. We believe that everything we have is God's, and that the whole world is His. He has access to everything. He is Jehovah Jireh, our provider, and we trust in that as we submit ourselves to Him and His will. Please consider supporting us financially if you are able, and/or if you know someone looking for an opportunity to be a blessing and support the ministry we are doing, please send them this information as well.
Thank you for your prayers. Thank you to those who have given financially. You are a part of the ministry happening here & what we are doing here because of your support. We are ONE CHURCH, serving ONE GOD, loving ALL people!
To give financially, choose one of the following options:
- Go to arisechurchaz.org/give and choose "Matt and Tori Walker Fund"
- Send a check to
Matt or Tori Walker
P.O. Box 1292
Sun City, AZ 85372
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