About Us
Our Story
SEABIRD CHAPEL HISTORY
Our church in Bandon Oregon had it's beginnings in 1912 when a Church of God tent revival in Coos Bay gave birth to two congregations, one in Bandon and one in Coquille (which is no longer there). The church began as a small gathering of families and as of this writing the granddaughter of one of the original congregation members still attends Seabird Chapel. It has had five different buildings and survived two devastating fires.
Pastor Don Minkler, his wife Sheila and their three children came from Escondido, Calif., in January 1999 to take over pastoring the church from Larry Messick. Don Minkler remained the senior pastor until 2010, when he started a radio ministry (A Holy Calling). Pastor Don now presides over another ministry of the Lord which is "School of the Called Seminary" dedicated to those who have been called by God to shepherd the sheep, those who have not entered a career but a holy calling. You will find more info here:
School of the Called Seminary
The church then installed Jim Minkler, to become senior pastor. He had been serving as youth pastor since 2001. Jim, along with his wife Salena and three children, continue to serve the church in the fullness of Christ today.
Our church in Bandon Oregon had it's beginnings in 1912 when a Church of God tent revival in Coos Bay gave birth to two congregations, one in Bandon and one in Coquille (which is no longer there). The church began as a small gathering of families and as of this writing the granddaughter of one of the original congregation members still attends Seabird Chapel. It has had five different buildings and survived two devastating fires.
Pastor Don Minkler, his wife Sheila and their three children came from Escondido, Calif., in January 1999 to take over pastoring the church from Larry Messick. Don Minkler remained the senior pastor until 2010, when he started a radio ministry (A Holy Calling). Pastor Don now presides over another ministry of the Lord which is "School of the Called Seminary" dedicated to those who have been called by God to shepherd the sheep, those who have not entered a career but a holy calling. You will find more info here:
School of the Called Seminary
The church then installed Jim Minkler, to become senior pastor. He had been serving as youth pastor since 2001. Jim, along with his wife Salena and three children, continue to serve the church in the fullness of Christ today.
What We Believe
We believe that the Bible is the written Word of God and everything in it is true. We explore questions looking to the scripture for guidance and understanding.
We also believe that Jesus Christ is the only begotten Son of God and that He came to love us, take our sins on the cross with Him, die for our punishment, and rise again bringing all who believe in Him into new life with God. He is our Savior and King, our Lord and Best Friend. In Him all things find their place and purpose.
Our eyes are focused on Him.
Pray Always
We believe that Prayer is the foundation of our relationship with our Heavenly Father.
Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, we can now "come boldly to the throne of grace" (Hebrews 4:16) with our requests and thanksgiving.
If you are in need of prayer, we would love to support you.
Please fill out the form below to submit a request to our Prayer Team.
Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, we can now "come boldly to the throne of grace" (Hebrews 4:16) with our requests and thanksgiving.
If you are in need of prayer, we would love to support you.
Please fill out the form below to submit a request to our Prayer Team.
880 Seabird Dr.
Bandon, OR 97411
(541) 347-3731
Bandon, OR 97411
(541) 347-3731
