South Atlantic Avenue Entry To Church
Directly across from the Atlantic Ocean on A1A in Daytona Beach, Florida is the Drive In Christian Church that was established on the site of the Neptune Drive-In Theater in 1953. Did you ever want to go to church in a peaceful manner where you could just sit in your car and listen to the broadcast on low-power FM, drink coffee or water, and bring your dog too? The congregation at the Drive-In Christian Church enjoys these weekly services led by minister Rev. Larry Deitch.
My wife and I have been attending these services for a couple of years. Typically about 700 people come every week. Morning weather is normally great in Daytona Beach. Attending the 8:30 service we like to get situated in the first couple of rows. The minister stands on the protected balcony at the altar building. He is up high so everyone can see and if it is real sunny he will wear sun glasses.
In some ways the Drive-In Christian Church is traditional and in some ways not so traditional. Bring your dog and everyone is welcome. When the Deacons pick up the offering, they also provide dog bones to the pups in attendance. Between services going into fellowship hall, converted from the original snack bar, gives you a chance to have donuts & coffee and chat with others. … Continue Reading
