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to step back in time, and immerse yourself in a worship service of classic tradition. Everyone is welcome!
"Come unto me all you who are weary and heavily burdened and I will give you rest."
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God has provided for us a delightfully peaceful environment on the outskirts of Gainesville. Our hope is to provide you with an atmosphere of welcome, acceptance and affirmation that enables each to explore and develop their own relationship with God in Jesus Christ.
Among the most steadfast historical landmarks of Alachua County, Florida, stands Kanapaha Presbyterian Church. This wood frame gothic church, located in a field along Archer Road at SW 75th Street, is recognized as the "mother church" for Presbyterian churches in Gainesville, Archer, Micanopy, McIntosh, and Ocala.
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To this day, we celebrate worship in the Sanctuary which was built in 1886, still adorned with the original pews, stained glass windows, kerosene chandelier, and church bell whose peal calls us away from a spinning world to rejoice in the word of God, to sing long-cherished hymns, and to nurture our spirit through good fellowship.
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Wel’ – come: v. (from Old English "wyl-comian.") 1. to accept (your) presence and companionship with pleasure!
As an Elder and Choir Director, I am often asked, "What brought you to Kanapaha Presbyterian?" It wasn’t any advertising (it’s a pretty little church from the road, though). It wasn’t the preaching (although that’s always been good). It wasn’t the large variety of programs (we’re getting there, but could use your help). It was the people I met. Actually, I’d say it was love at first sight! It only took that first Sunday that I visited here. It still amazes me, 5 years later, how the family here at Kanapaha manages to do the same thing every Sunday. No pressure from anybody, just a welcome I couldn’t ignore.
Since that first visit I’ve discovered the particular ways I could contribute to the life of the church, and am glad to be a part of it. I’ve also been able to observe how interested the church family is about every person. This invariably leads to each one discovering that no matter what their gifts are, they are welcomed to share those gifts in the life of the church. It’s easy to be a part of a family that appreciates who you are. I’ve observed, too, how this family rises in support for each other when hardships strike. Real brothers and sisters abound here!
Remembering the welcome that was given to me, I still find one of the nicest things about being here is spotting a new face on Sunday morning, and simply saying "Hello and Welcome". -David Vowell
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