The story of Palm City Church began during an unexpected moment at Curtis Hixon Park in downtown Tampa. What started as a simple family trip quickly turned into something much bigger—God placed an extraordinary love for the people of Tampa Bay in the hearts of Pastors Brian and Kristen Bagwell, and the mission was clear: to build an authentic, inspiring, life-giving church that people could call home, where they would encounter the life-changing message of Jesus.
Since launching in January 2022, Palm City Church has been a community of people, from diverse experiences, living out the vision to belong to Jesus, believe together, and become disciples of Christ. Every week, we gather to share in life, grow in faith, and make a lasting impact on our city and beyond.
Brian and Kristen have been married since 2007 and are raising their three kids—London (2010), Rex (2013), and Banner (2015)—to love Jesus and love people. They are passionate about creating a space where individuals and families can find their place, their purpose, and experience the transformative power of the gospel.
Palm City Church is more than just a building—it’s a family. It’s a place where you can truly belong, experience authentic community, and be equipped to live out your calling. And while we celebrate all that God has done, we are eagerly anticipating the Best Days Ahead as we continue to grow, reach new people, and see them flourish.