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Interfaith Outreach of Sancap is pleased to announce the 2026 Shared Scholar Program, featuring renowned author, activist, and faith-based thought leader Brian D. McLaren. His public lecture, titled “Where Faith-Inspired Action Could Take Us,” will take place on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at 3:00 PM in the Sanctuary of Sanibel Congregational United Church of Christ, 2050 Periwinkle Way. A dinner reception will follow the program. Widely respected for his ability to engage com

Left: Kathy Knoblauch Right: Nancy Roach On Wednesday January 28th, the Captiva Chapel by the Sea hosted one of 59 tables at the Sanibel Community House to connect with potential attendees for our Chapel.  Over 500 people participated. Hosting our table were Board President, Kathy Knoblauch & Nancy Roach. The event was sponsored by the Charitable Foundation of the Islands (CFI). Chip Roach. former CFI Board Chair, also helped out at the Chapel table. Chip & Nancy Roach

Joyce Kelly & Bruce McLeod The Very Reverend Dr. Bruce McLeod served the Chapel from 2000-2004. His wife, Reverend Joyce Kelly, reported his passing to the present pastor, Doug Dortch, this week.  Reverend Kelly was the pastor from 2008-2010. In a one-of-a-kind combination, the two are the only husband/wife team to have served the Chapel. Rev. McLeod was the national leader of the United Church of Canada in the 1970’s and was an outspoken advocate for human rights during his

The Chapel Board has selected our next minister, the Rev. Dr. Jim Miller, and his wife, Diane, to lead our Chapel for the next three years. Jim and Diane will be with us for worship on January 25 and will be available to meet attendees following the service. Dr. Miller is the retired pastor of the First Presbyterian Church of Tulsa, Oklahoma. They will begin their ministry term with us in November of 2026.

-Signed President Kathy Knoblauch and Pastor Doug Dortch Captiva’s Chapel by the Sea Endures Three Hurricanes; Sunday Services Underway Throughout all the challenges the islands have faced over the past few years, one thing has remained constant. Loyal residents and visitors gather for Captiva’s Chapel by the Sea Sunday services, surrounded by waves crashing on the shore and ospreys flying overhead. “You talk about Mother Nature– she has just protected us,” Board President K

84 people attended. Several dozen stayed after hospitality to help with the lights & Christmas Tree. First time helpers were 3 Captiva Co. personnel and 4 Boy Scouts from local Troop 1740 Sanibel.