Our Journey
How Did It All Start?
In 2019, God called Dr. Celeste Bryson, her husband, and four children to move to Tucson, Arizona. Within six months, Thriving was planted and had the first Worship Service on June 23rd at Flowing Wells Community Center. Since they did not have any family, relatives, or friends in the area, it was a blessing to see 25 people show up during the first worship service. It was truly a move of faith!
In 2020, the Pandemic hit and it became challenging. Thriving still persevered! They continued to have worship services online through Zoom. In addition, they expanded their reach to the community. Local community partnerships and grant funding afforded them the opportunity to bless over 2,000 people by providing free food, water, educational resources, and other items during the Pandemic. The amazing partnerships and support during this time helped to obtain Thriving's new home. They were blessed to move into their first building in Tucson on October 1st, yet they were led by God not to gather for worship services until further notice.
In 2021, Thriving's online Worship Services allowed them to expand their reach in spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Their unified Partners and Supporters helped in their move to a larger building during the Pandemic. In June, they started gathering together for In-Person Worship Services. God is still moving and they can't wait to see what he does next!
