Welcome to Water from Rock

Keenly aware of the spiritual thirst of our postmodern culture, Water from Rock is a ministry dedicated to seeking spiritual renewal for this generation. The name  – Water from Rock – is taken from the Old Testament Book of Numbers 20:8: “You will bring forth water from rock for the community.”

In their journey from bondage to freedom, the people of God had come to a desert wilderness where there was no water. Rather than look to God for help, they complained against him and wanted to go back to the bondage of Egypt. But the Lord graciously and miraculously brought forth water for them out of a dry, desert stone.

Water from Rock believes in this same gracious God, who today cares for, guides, and renews his people through life’s wilderness. Water from Rock is passionate about helping this generation not only to know about God, but to know God, and experience his life-changing reality during life’s struggles, such as transitions, grief and loss, addictions, illness, broken relationships, loss of meaning, and loneliness. To do this, Water from Rock offers weekly classes on scripture and Christian spirituality, as well as workshops, retreats, support groups, and spiritual direction—all focused on linking Christ-centered, biblical insights to busy, everyday life.

Rev. Dr. Timothy and Rita Smith

Rev. Dr. Timothy Smith is the Executive Director of Water from Rock. It was through Tim’s many years of experience as a senior pastor, chaplain (hospital, hospice, prison), adjunct seminary professor, and spiritual director, that Tim witnessed up close people’s glaring need to experience the reality of God. He recognized that people need both biblical truth and a caring touch for their brokenness and pain.

The Franciscan Renewal Center

While headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ, Water from Rock currently carries out most of its ministries on the beautiful and peaceful campus of the Franciscan Renewal Center in Paradise Valley, AZ.

Water from Rock is a tax-deductible, non-profit 501(c)3 religious organization that relies on donations to carry out its ministry. Your contribution will assist greatly in this ministry of spiritual renewal; there are three convenient ways your support can be made:

by credit card in calling Water from Rock at 480.213.3557
by credit card in clicking the PayPal “Donate” button

by mailing your donation to 8171 E. Del Joya Dr., Scottsdale, AZ  85358