Our Story

Family Worship Center was established in 2008, by Bishop Arthur and Donna Tafoya and their 5 children, Art, Christy, John, Joshua and Jenna. They began meeting in their home in Glendale. Within months began congregating at a small charter school to accommodate the growth. Shortly thereafter we were able to purchase a building in Tolleson. The building needed extensive remodeling. With hard work and contributions from the congregation we were able to get the building up and running. We continued to grow and were about 200 members. In 2020, we were faced with a life changing moment when Bishop Arthur passed from COVID-19. With heavy hearts yet filled with hope for a hurting world, we continued forward.
In August 2020, Pastors John and Danielle Tafoya transitioned into the Lead Pastorship role after serving faithfully under the founding Pastors leadership for 12 years. They have continued forward with the mission to “save souls and make disciples”.

FWC is a growing church with over 550 members and increasing weekly. We have an average of 7 to 10 baptisms a month. The world is full of darkness and it seems that evil is growing at every corner. If you are thinking that the world does not need more religion, I would agree with you. What the world needs more than ever is Jesus. I believe that is exactly what FWC offers to the Tolleson, Avondale and Goodyear area.

We at FWC, have a heart for people and serve diligently to see lost people saved. We continue to serve the kingdom of God with visionary leadership. We firmly believe we can impact new times with old truths and transform the world around us for Jesus.