Centennial Campaign
February 13, 2026
Dear Palma Ceia Presbyterian Church Family,
With grateful hearts and great excitement, we are delighted to share that the Congregational Vote to approve the Centennial Campaign, Forward with Christ, passed unanimously and enthusiastically in all three morning congregational meetings on February 8, 2026.
What a joy it was to witness such unity and shared vision. Your thoughtful participation, prayerful discernment, and evident enthusiasm reflect a deep love for Jesus Christ, PCPC and a shared commitment to preparing our church to begin its next century of ministry.
Following each meeting, members had the opportunity to view renderings of possible plans for PCPC’s future and to ask questions about the scope and goals of the campaign. The energy in the room was hopeful and forward-looking. It was a wonderful reminder that while we celebrate 100 years of faithful ministry, we are also stepping boldly into what God has next.
If you would like to meet with one of the pastors about how you might be involved in the campaign, please reach out to me at John@palmaceia.org, Rev. Ken Hubbell at ken@palmaceia.org, or Rev. John Reiter at JohnReiter@palmaceia.org. For broader questions about the campaign, you may reach out to ErinLagor@palmaceia.org.
Thank you for your engagement, your prayers, and your love for this church. We look forward to walking this next chapter together: Forward with Christ.
With gratitude and anticipation,
John
John T. DeBevoise
Pastor
Palma Ceia Presbyterian Church
For one hundred years, Palma Ceia Presbyterian Church has stood as a beacon of faith, compassion, and love—guiding generations of families and individuals into deeper life with God and deeper love for neighbor.
Today, we give thanks for those who came before us—and whose prayers, generosity, and sacrifice laid the foundation we now enjoy. Because they were willing to invest in a future they would not fully see, we are here. And now, standing at the threshold of a new century, the question before us is simple and profound: What might God do next through this community of faith?
The Forward with Christ Centennial Campaign is about more than preserving buildings or maintaining programs. It is about strengthening our worship spaces, investing in life-giving ministry, and extending our witness—so that future generations may grow in faith, and so that we may continue serving our congregation and our community with joy, courage, and faithfulness.
Over many months, a devoted group of volunteers—serving on the Ezra Committee and the Steering Committee—have prayerfully and diligently done the work of discernment. They have met with staff, fellow church members, and experts in a variety of fields. Together, they have researched, listened, and planned, identifying priority projects and sustainment funds that will help prepare Palma Ceia Presbyterian Church for the next hundred years of ministry.
In just a few weeks, you will be invited into this work in a very tangible way. On February 8, following each morning service, we will hold a congregational vote. You will be asked to vote in support of this Session-endorsed campaign—a campaign designed not just for us, but for those who will worship here, learn here, and encounter Christ here long after we are gone.
This is our moment to step forward in faith, just as others once did for us. Information about what this campaign will support and how you can participate will be shared through our church’s communication channels, and we encourage you to engage fully, ask questions, and pray about your role.
As we celebrate our first century, may we also have the courage to prepare for the next—trusting that the same God who has been faithful for the past one hundred years will continue to lead us into a future filled with hope.
February 10, 2026
A Note from the Ezra Committee:
By unanimous vote, the Centennial Campaign has officially begun, and we give thanks for the shared vision and commitment that have brought us to this moment. As excitement grows for the improvements we hope to make, we also want to offer clarity about what lies ahead.
This next season will involve careful planning and discernment, including design, engineering, solicitation of bids, permitting, and coordination of materials—well before any construction begins. During this time, the Ezra Team will continue to prayerfully prioritize projects from our shared wish list. The campaign will also require meaningful time for fundraising before plans are finalized.
When construction does take place, there will be periods of noticeable impact to our shared spaces, and we ask for your patience and understanding during those times.
The Ezra Team is deeply grateful for your continued support as we move forward together. If you have questions or would like to learn more, please feel free to speak with any member of the Ezra Team. We remain committed to working through the many details necessary to bring these hopes into reality.
Renderings
Provided by Architect William Dobson in conversation with the Ezra Committee
Your Leadership Teams
Two committees have been faithfully meeting for over a year to help guide this process:
Campaign Steering Committee
This team is responsible for the overall structure and execution of the campaign, including reviewing funding priorities and submitting them to the Session.
Members:
John DeBevoise (Pastor), Beth DeBevoise, Nelson Guagliardo, Peter Kirkwood, Erin Lagor, Erica Maxwell, Doug McCree, Julianne McKeel, Mike Poland, Courtney Rice, Susan Stern
Ezra Committee
The Ezra Committee is focused on visioning and planning, developing renovation and programming priorities aligned with PCPC’s mission. They coordinate with the Finance and Buildings & Grounds Committees to ensure thoughtful budgeting and implementation.
Members:
Nelson Guagliardo (Chair), Erin Lagor, Julianne McKeel, David Pead, Mike Poland, Susan Stern, Joseph Taggart, Carol Wells, John Wells, Dan Woodward. William Dobson, Architect.