Welcome to St. Raphael's Church

Healing, Hope, and Hospitality on Fort Myers Beach

Sundays at 10:00 ~ Service in Parish Hall at 5601 Williams Drive.

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Join Us for Heartfelt Worship Again at St. Raphael CHURCH BUILDING!


St Raphael parish looks forward to returning to the church building for worship at 10 am on Sunday, October 26th, God willing, and seeing our Holy Saints and Angel friends again for the first time in more than three years.


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St. Raphael’s Famous All-You-Can-Eat Shrimp Dinner is Back—with a Twist!


Mark your calendars for Friday, November 8 as St. Raphael’s brings back its legendary All-You-Can-Eat Shrimp Dinner—now with live entertainment by the Goldtones!


Enjoy a fun-filled evening of eating, drinking, and dancing with:
🦐 Fresh Pink Gulf Shrimp
🍲 Homemade Baked Beans
🥗 Crisp Cole Slaw
🍞 Warm Cornbread
🍰 Delicious Dessert
🥤 Refreshing Drinks


🎶 After dinner, dance the night away to the sounds of The Goldtones, making this more than just a meal—it’s a night to remember!


🎟️ Tickets are only $55 (Dinner & Show)
👉 Reservations are required—seating is limited!


Here is the link for tickets:


https://www.vancoevents.com/us/events/landing/55285?

ABOUT

St. Raphael’s Church has been operating on Fort Myers Beach for over 60 years. In 1951, Rev. Richard Brown from St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Fort Myers held services in the Community Hall. By 1952, Rev. Hull was hired as the vicar of the newly formed mission known as St. Raphael’s Episcopal Church. The church services moved from the Community Hall to an office in the Estero Manufacturing building.


The small but determined congregation borrowed $5,000 from the Diocese to construct a church on the island. About 200 parishioners donated the rest of the money for the purchase of the property on Williams Drive and to construct the church.


The church was designed and the building supervised by Cyril Shawcross. Built of local coquina shells and limestone, Shawcross and Rhett Smith laid the bricks and completed the building by 1953.

Later, in the 1960s, a rectory and parish hall were added to the campus.

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Healing, Hope & Hospitality

on Fort Myers Beach

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Our Mission

Rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ, we exist to be a beacon of Healing, Hope, and Hospitality on Fort Myers Beach

Our Vision

Rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ, we are committed to nurturing spiritual growth, fostering a sense of belonging, and serving our community with compassion.

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St. Raphael’s Church

5601 Williams Drive

Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931


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