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Visit The Well
Get directions, plan your visit, and know what to expect.
If you have children or teenagers, they will love the fun and safe Well KIDS or Well Students.
Once you arrive at Perry High School, you’ll be able to follow the signage to the Worship Auditorium, Well KIDS, and Well Students. Then, you can grab a free coffee at the Well Coffee Bar, and enjoy the service!
Plan Your Visit
The Well meets Sundays at 10 AM at Perry High School, 1919 E. Queen Creek Rd. Gilbert, AZ 85297
- Get directions below.
- If you have children, check them into the fun and safe Well KIDS before the service.
- If you have students in grades 6-12 they will be dismissed to Well Students every other week following the worship music.
What To Expect
Worship services begin at 10 AM and last about 70 minutes. When you arrive:
- Grab a free coffee at our Coffee Bar.
- Stop by the Welcome Center for a free gift.
- Grab a seat, and enjoy the service.
Our Mission
To create a community where thinking, compassionate people can find a spiritual home and cultivate a Jesus-inspired life.
Statement of Belonging
The Well is committed to reflecting the love of Christ by cultivating a community where all people—across age, race, gender, sexuality, identity, ability, background, nationality, and socioeconomic status—are valued, respected, and treated with dignity.
We believe every person holds sacred worth, is created in the image of God, and belongs here.
We strive to foster a culture that embraces the uniqueness of each individual and creates meaningful, equitable opportunities for all to participate, serve, and lead.
Through the pursuit of justice, the extension of compassion, and transformative education, we continue to nurture a Christian community rooted in the love of Christ, where all people can belong, grow, and thrive.
Our Core Values
We fulfill our mission according to these three core values:
- You can be honest about both your questions and your doubts,
- So you can become your best self as you follow Jesus Christ,
- And you can partner with God to make a difference with your life.
Connect @ The Well
If you’re new to The Well, some next steps are:
- Attend Newcomers Lunch.
- Start Growth Track by attending Belong in Membership Class.
- Try a Connect Group or Serving in a Ministry.
Leadership
Ryan Gear is the Founding and Lead Pastor of The Well. He earned a BA in Religion from Mount Vernon Nazarene University and a Master of Divinity degree from Ashland Theological Seminary.
Ryan has served as a pastor for 28 years. Prior to founding The Well, Ryan founded a nondenominational church in Arizona, a consulting firm serving churches and nonprofit charitable organizations, and two small businesses.
Ryan has contributed to several resources for religion and spirituality including Huffington Post, On Faith, BeliefNet, Convergent Books, and Real Clear Religion, and has contributed locally in The Arizona Republic, East Valley Tribune, SanTan Sun News, and on AZ TV 3.
Ryan is married to Hannah, an elementary school teacher. They have two sons and live in Gilbert, Arizona.
Ministry Staff
Christene Bennett | Worship Leader
Matthew Bennett | Road Crew Director
Sandi Frantzen | WELLGBTQ+ Director
Josh and Regina Garner | Worship Leaders
Hannah Gear | Well KIDS Director
Amy Ivy | Well Students Co-Director
Todd Johnson | Safety Team Director
Jackie LeFevers | Worship Leader
Matt LeFevers | Worship and Social Media Producer
Travis Lovrien | Connect Groups Director
Jeff and Janice McInturf | Celebrate Recovery Ministry Leaders
Seth Nalette | Well Students Co-Director
Pam Parkinson | Hospitality Director
David Poulin | The Well Online Host
2026 Elder Board
The Well Elder Board provides spiritual, financial, and legal oversight to The Well. Elder Board members serve three year terms and model spiritual maturity and character, commitment to the mission and vision of The Well, financial generosity in support of the mission of The Well, and commitment in their roles as a working board.Â
2026 Elder Board Members
Matthew Bennett
Dale Blankenship
Sandi Frantzen
Ryan Gear
Todd Johnson
Matt LeFevers
Pam Parkinson
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Contact Info
Mailing Address
4960 S. Gilbert Rd. 1-105 Chandler, Arizona, 85249
Worship Service Address
1919 E. Queen Creek Rd. Gilbert, Arizona 85297
Email Us
info@wellchurch.org
