Early History

The history of our church has been one of steady progress. In October of 1955 a small group of dedicated Christians decided that there was a need for a Presbyterian Church in the growing community of Boynton Beach. The construction of buildings represents only a small portion of our history. The most important part of the story is the lives touched and nourished by our fellowship & faith.

Vital Step Forward

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Timeline

1955

The first worship service of this congregation was held in the Women's Club, on November 6.

1958

Our present five-acre site was acquired and Pratt Fellowship Hall was built. This building served as our place of worship and Christian Education.

1962

The East Wing of five classrooms was completed to meet our growing need for space.

1963

Sanctuary groundbreaking ceremony held on May 26, 1963. The sanctuary was designed by Gustav Maass of Palm Beach. Seating 440 persons with additional overflow space. The sanctuary was completed and dedicated on November 17.

1965

Our original 46 people have grown to a congregation of 331 members.

1970

Construction of two large rooms. Youth Fellowship Room & a church library with conjoining board meeting room.

1971

Pratt Hall was remodeled and air-conditioned, acoustical ceiling tile was installed, and addition of new storage rooms.

1974

Sanctuary Roof was replaced

1975

Formation of our needs and dreams into "A Vital Step Forward" ~ Planning for a vital ministry in the third decade of our existence with the building of a Sanctuary, a Chapel, library, nursery, social hall (Pratt Hall), offices and eight school rooms, and a beautifully planted courtyard.

1976

We have a membership of 658

1984

The local church of Boynton Beach discontinued the use of "United" in the name & is now known as The First Presbyterian Church of Boynton Beach and joined PCUSA.

1990

Steeple struck by lightning

Dedication of Pratt Hall 1959

Dedication the of Sanctuary

Boynton Beach Woman's Club