- April 29, 2024
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Pastor Kevin James and Palm Coast Mayor David Alfin distribute souvenir ribbon pieces to Isabella Calloway, Jonah Alford and Adalyn Summerlot. Photo by Brian McMillan
Kool Beanz Coffee Shop is open to the public at Palm Coast United Methodist Church, at 6500 Belle Terre Parkway, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednedsay and Friday, as well as 8-3 Saturdays and 8-1 Sundays. Photo by Brian McMillan
Photos of the construction played on the big screen in the finished sanctuary, at the April 13 grand opening of Palm Coast United Methodist Church, 6500 Belle Terre Parkway. Photo by Brian McMillan
Psalm 127 inspired architect Ned Wright as he labored on Palm Coast United Methodist Church's new building, at 6500 Belle Terre Parkway.
"Unless the Lord builds the house, those who build it labor in vain," Wright recited at the church's grand opening celebration April 13.
The finished product standing behind him was evidence in Wright's mind that the divine help had been provided.
Palm Coast Mayor David Alfin also was a guest at the celebration, saying to the crowd, "There is no doubt that you have built tomorrow’s church today."
He recognized key figures in the realization of the plans: Pastor Dr. Kevin James, Howard Holley, Larry Torino, Dan Maxwell and Jim Gary.
The church bought the property in 1999, the same year the city was incorporated, Alfin said.
"For 25 years, your outreach has brought us stability and substance," he said.
Flagler Schools Superintendent LaShakia Moore praised James' leadership. She has known the pastor for many years and said, "Who you see on Sunday in this building is who he is out in the community."
She said the sanctuary stands as a testament to church's commitment to serve others and to help others find hope.
Visit https://palmcoastchurch.org/.
