The Garden exists to lead people into a victorious Christian experience! Learning to walk with God by aligning our lives with the Word of God is one of our primary objectives. As we grow and locate our fit within the body, we position ourselves to win in life and to humiliate hell.
Our assignment is to develop multitudes of Christ Followers who have a heart for the people of this region and who are willing to use their lives to influence others. We see ourselves planting numerous gardens rather than building one individual congregation. Our mission includes developing people and activating many into kingdom business through a multi-campus ministry.
The Garden is non-denominational and is affiliated with the Full Gospel Fellowship of Churches and Ministers Inc. of Oregon, the organization Pastor Thom was ordained under for over 20 years. During the early days of the Garden, Pastor Thom became ordained under the leadership of Pastor Rick Sharkey and Spokane Christian Center and Pastor Sharkey continues to be our Pastor’s Pastor.
How We Started
After much prayer and counsel, Thom and Shelby Fields answered the call of God to plant The Garden Christian Assembly (GCA) in the Tri-Cities on February 19, 2005. Pastor Fernando and Jamie Alvarez and the body of Open Heavens in Pasco graciously offered the use of their facility on Saturday evenings and church services have been held every Saturday since. After lots of hard work and many cleaning parties, we moved into our current location on Clearwater Avenue in November of 2005. Since then, we’ve seen an exponential growth and are positioning ourselves for the next steps in God’s plan for the Garden!
In our brief history, great things have already been accomplished in the lives of the members and the community we’ve touched. As we continue to pursue the higher purpose of God we anticipate greatness for all involved in the ministry. One of the great assets of a new ministry is that there isn’t any history … only future!
Looking for a place to grow?
See yourself planted at the Garden!