Parish History

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  In 1973 a small group of faithful began to hold meetings at various homes and restaurants to develop a strategy plan to begin a church in Fort Myers.  Early services were held at St. Michael’s Episcopal Church on Sanibel Island.

            By August 1976 after several locations were used for the Sunday services, the property on Cypress Lake Drive was purchased.  Later that same year Missionary Parish status was granted.  In April 1977 the first service was conducted in a modular building.

            A few important dates are included below:

October 1, 1976 – 1^st Priest Appointed Father Arthur K. Kontinos

October 1, 1978 – Groundbreaking ceremonies

April 15, 1979 – Thyranoixia of new church 

July 24, 1983 – Groundbreaking for Social Hall

February 19, 1984 – Social Hall Dedication

            On January 17, 1993 the church was consecrated.  Today it serves over 400 families.  Above that a special ministry to those who live here a few months a year is a focus.  Currently plans for the complete 10 acres located on current site is being looked at.  Most importantly beyond the bricks and mortar, church services and programs are the number one priority.