In 1950, three women led the charge to open a new church in Cocoa Beach, FL.
Through the partnership of local churches, the new parish received pastoral oversight, purchased and furnished a church building, and began to add to their numbers. The church was named St. David’s by the Sea.
For the next decade, Cocoa Beach experienced tremendous growth through the space program at Cape Canaveral. St. David’s responded to the changing demographics with creative, forward-thinking mission and ministry, becoming a hub for Christian discipleship and community fellowship.
Today we are building upon the foundation laid all those years ago with renewed vision, increased energy for mission, and a commitment to serving the Space Coast with the transformational love of Christ.
Our Church Historian, Jeanne Weaver, has created a wonderful video in celebration of St. David’s 75th Anniversary. The presentation highlights the growth of St. David’s, alongside Cocoa Beach and the Space Program from 1950 to now.
St. David’s by-the-Sea History Book
Jeanne has also written a spiral-bound book outlining our history in depth. If you are interested in purchasing a copy, please click below.