Chapel-By-The-Sea
Clearwater Beach, Florida
Contact & Location for Chapel-By-The-Sea
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Service Times for Chapel-By-The-Sea
Sunday 10:00 AM
Worship
From the church’s website · checked Oct 2026
Plan your visit
Parking
free parking, professional A/V services
What their website says
free parking, professional A/V services
What to wear
Come as you are!
Watch online
Services are streamed online
What their website says
Join Us In-Person or Online this Sunday at 10am Worship Online
Programs & Ministries at Chapel-By-The-Sea
About Chapel-By-The-Sea
Chapel-By-The-Sea is an interdenominational congregation located on Clearwater Beach, Florida, distinguished as the only church on the beach itself. Led by Senior Pastor Rev. Dr. Rhonda Abbott Blevins, the church welcomes a diverse community of believers with a casual yet thoughtful approach to faith. Worship services blend traditional elements with contemporary warmth, featuring an exceptional choir with professional section leaders and scholarship vocalists, alongside inspiring sermons delivered with humor and depth. The church emphasizes genuine hospitality and inclusive community, offering programs for children, youth, and adults while maintaining a rich musical tradition under the direction of Brent Douglas. Visitors are invited to experience the church's fresh spiritual energy and meaningful fellowship in an atmosphere where all backgrounds and theological perspectives are celebrated.
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Serving the community
Peace Café
Meals
What their website says
Each month a team from the Chapel prepares and serves a meal for homeless individuals through the Peace Café
Groups & programs
History & building
Founded in 1949
Norah Atkins organized the church in 1949 as Clearwater Beach Community Church, soon to be known as Chapel by the Sea. The first worship service at the current location was held on February 10, 1952.
What their website says
in 1949 she decided that she would work with other residents to start a church
Hosts weddings
What their website says
Chapel by the Sea offers a breathtaking and deeply meaningful setting for your special day.
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