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BREVARD HISTORY — April 2 marks Pascua Florida Day, a little-known Florida observance tied directly to the Easter season and the Christian roots of the land we now call home. Established as an official holiday by the Florida Legislature in 1953, Pascua Florida commemorates the arrival of Spanish explorer Juan Ponce
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MELBOURNE — As the afternoon light faded over Melbourne, La Loma Coney Island Restaurant at 1180 Aurora Road was anything but quiet. Cars pulled in and out as volunteers moved with a sense of urgency. Extension cords stretched across the floor. Speakers, curtain staging and projectors were carried inside piece by
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PALM BAY — Palm Bay City Councilman Chandler Langevin recently appeared on the Herzog Foundation’s Finding Your Spine podcast, where he spoke about the role of Christian faith in American government, business and culture. Langevin, a seventh-generation Floridian and Navy veteran who served with Marine Corps units overseas, discussed his
PALM BAY — Local Christian pastors and ministry leaders gathered at Palm Bay City Hall earlier this week to pray over city leadership, municipal offices, and the future direction of the city, at the invitation of Rob Medina, Mayor of Palm Bay. The gathering on Tuesday evening included pastors from several
MELBOURNE — Gubernatorial candidate James Fishback delivered remarks Sunday, Jan. 4, at a housewarming gathering for the Storms family of American Reformation Church in Melbourne. In a brief, three-minute address, Fishback emphasized Christian principles as central to his campaign. Fishback, who comes from a background in investment management, entered the Republican
MELBOURNE — There was an added bustle to the morning’s rhythm last Wednesday at Love INC of Brevard’s Melbourne headquarters. As staff members prepared for the 10 a.m. opening of the Village Thrift Shop, others arrived for a special monthly gathering set aside to hear from God and
MELBOURNE — An outreach event held Saturday, Dec. 13, at New Mt. Zion Church on University Boulevard drew more than 425 people, resulting in over 40 professions of faith and 21 baptisms, according to event organizers. The Christmas Block Party was organized through a collaboration of local churches led by Fire
Dozens of young adults from churches across Brevard County gathered earlier this month for the inaugural Brevard Young Adults Worship Night at Calvary Chapel Eau Gallie—a countywide evening of worship, prayer, and connection designed to strengthen unity among Space Coast ministries. At the heart of the effort is Sam
News, events, and stories for Christians in Brevard
ROCKLEDGE — Trinity Lutheran Church in Rockledge has welcomed a new permanent pastor. Rev. Eric Luhman comes from St. Louis, Missouri, and holds an M.Div. from Concordia Seminary with a focus in Pastoral Studies and Counseling. In addition to his pastoral career, he is also a writer with experience in
CENTRAL FLORIDA — Bishop John Noonan of the Catholic Diocese of Orlando, overseeing Catholic parishes across Brevard County and much of Central Florida, announced this morning that he has submitted his resignation to the Vatican after celebrating his 75th birthday on Feb. 26. In a message released by the diocese, Noonan
SATELLITE BEACH — An evening of worship and fellowship unfolded at Cibelli’s Pizza Republic in Satellite Beach on Tuesday as Pizza N’ Praise brought the community together for music, faith, and fellowship. At one point during the evening, Satellite Beach police officers stopped by in response to a noise complaint.
MELBOURNE — Faith and history took center stage Saturday morning as the Concerned Citizens Committee of South Brevard (CCCSB) hosted its third annual Founders Prayer Breakfast at the Crowne Plaza Oceanfront, highlighting the role of freedmen who settled the Crane Creek community during the post-Civil War Reconstruction era, laying the foundation
Dr. David Piccolo of Clearlake First Baptist Church in Cocoa joins the Pastor Podcast for a conversation on Christian unity, church revitalization, and serving faithfully in public education. Clearlake First Baptist was launched in 1962 and remains a historic presence in Brevard County. In this episode, Dr. Piccolo reflects on
MERRITT ISLAND — An 88-year-old Merritt Island man who has spent nearly four decades standing along North Courtenay Parkway holding Scripture signs drew new attention yesterday following an interview with Space Coast Daily. In the video interview conducted by Giles Malone, Warren Sumrall shared why he continues his roadside ministry near
MELBOURNE — New Life Mission will host its annual Community Care & Share luncheon April 9 and 10 at the Hilton Melbourne, marking another year of Christ-centered ministry to homeless women and children in Brevard County. The two-day fundraiser, themed “A Million Dreams,” supports the nonprofit’s residential program, which helps
TALLAHASSEE — Pastors from across Central Florida gathered at the State Capitol this past week as part of a prayer tour organized alongside Florida Family Voice, lifting up state leaders and agencies in prayer. Photos shared on Facebook show pastors praying inside legislative offices and laying hands on public officials. According
COCOA BEACH — Scenes from Juice N Java Cafe today as families gathered for Free Pancake Day, where stacks of pancakes and live worship music filled the café with a celebratory spirit. The Valentine’s Day community event featured free pancakes, toppings from local businesses, and live worship, drawing residents together
One Minute Devotionals for local Brevard County Christians from local Brevard County Pastors.
“This is what we do it for. His generation is expecting us to prepare for them what was prepared for us, and beyond.” Those words, spoken by Clayton Turner during a keynote at Space Congress in Orlando this past week while he held up an image of his grandson to
MELBOURNE — The Macedonia Community Development Corporation of South Brevard celebrated the completion of its 20th home today with a dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony in Melbourne, marking a milestone in the organization’s affordable housing work since its founding in 2008. The new home, located on Reverend Nathaniel L. Harris Street,
