Authority and Egypt
It’s funny what we let control us. We think we know what is good for us, but if we aren’t careful, we will give authority over ourselves away. We buy phones believing they are made to serve us, yet if we aren’t careful, we serve them. We respond to their every need. We have given the phone authority over us. We likely give lots of things unearned authority
The Kingdom of God Is at Hand
I’ve been thinking about the Kingdom of God. Sometimes we think life is here and now, then we die and live in the Kingdom of God. But is it closer than we think? In the Lord’s Prayer, Jesus teaches us to pray, “thy Kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.” In that one line, we are praying that the Kingdom of God comes
Announcing Our New Pastor!
Dear Friends of the Chapel at Seaside, On behalf of the Board of Directors, we are pleased to announce that Andrew Beard will be our new Pastor. Andrew and Sarah Beard, along with their two sons, Foster (8) and Keating (7), are from Dallas, Texas, which has been their home the past ten years. Andrew is presently the associate minister at Highland Park United Methodist Church. For
The Chapel’s Vision, Meaning & Strategy
Dear Friends of the Chapel at Seaside, On Sunday, July 26, immediately following the Chapel’s worship service, the Chapel Board presented the results of their July 9–10 strategy planning session. Work for that session was based on an equal amount of congregational and Board feedback, providing us with experiential learnings to help craft our future vision. The PDF file linked below is a copy of the
And They Lived Happily Ever After
Kelsey & Lucas, October 2019 Kelsey and Lucas got married at The Chapel at Seaside on Saturday, October 26, 2019, in the company of their loved ones and under the eyes of God. A festive reception followed overlooking the beach at Seaside’s famous Bud & Alley’s Waterfront Restaurant and Rooftop Bar. Congratulations to the happy couple! Two are better than one, because they have a good return
Love Is in the Air
Sofia & Freddy, June 2019 It was a getaway full of celebratory festivities as Sofia and Freddy became one on the beaches of 30-A. The wedding weekend started with a welcome beach bonfire by local business Rent Gear Here, kicking off the memorable events for the couple, their families, and their friends. Sofia and Freddy shared their vows and exchanged rings in The Chapel at Seaside
Engagement: Holiday Magic
Katlyn & Mitchell The holidays are one of the most beautiful times of the year! We love seeing The Chapel at Seaside decorated for Christmas and celebrating the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ. We also love seeing such memorable moments in people’s lives occur at The Chapel at Seaside. This sweet couple, Katlyn and Mitchell, began their love story at the altar in The Chapel
#WelcomeToTheFarm
Courtney & Kyle, November 2018 Courtney and Kyle Farmer tied the knot in The Chapel at Seaside on November 17, 2018, with all their family and friends in attendance—and even their little French bulldog, Hamilton! We always love the beautiful details when it comes to weddings, and this wedding had us swooning. From Courtney’s dress made in Israel complete with a stunning cape veil to Kyle’s
Let the Adventure Begin!
Laura & Joel, November 2018 Laura and Joel confessed their love for one another and tied the knot in The Chapel at Seaside on Saturday, November 3, 2018, in front of their family and closest friends. One of the most precious moments from this wedding was in the details, as Laura wore a beaded crown that had been worn by the women in her family on
All You Need Is Love
Anna & Landon, April 2018 Anna and Landon said “I do!” in the quaint Chapel at Seaside on April 28, 2018, and pronounced their love for each other with all their loved ones bearing witness. The ceremony was followed by a beautiful reception in the Seaside Lyceum. Thank you to all our incredible vendors who came together to make this day so memorable for the happy