KENT ISLAND

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Welcome to Kent Island

We are setting sail for new waters! Bay Area is launching a new campus on Kent Island, and our mission remains the same: to make passionate, maturing followers of Jesus. 

Much like the pioneers who established Maryland’s first settlement on Kent Island in 1631, we are planting a new mission outpost—not just for convenience, but as a lighthouse of hope for the Eastern Shore. Jesus called us to be fishers of men (Matthew 4:19), and we believe this campus will be a place where people encounter His life-transforming love. Right now, we are laying the foundation—securing a building, raising support, and searching for the right Campus Pastor to shepherd this new faith family. Already, over 30 Kent Island families have stepped up to invest in this mission, and we are trusting God to provide the remaining support we need. As we prepare to launch, we invite you to be part of this journey!

Questions? Reach us at drew.bennett@bayareacc.org.

🎉 We Hired a Campus Pastor! 🎉

This is a massive milestone in the journey God has been leading us on - from dreaming, to praying, to fundraising, to securing a building. With construction underway and our startup costs fully funded, all systems are GO! And now, God has provided the right shepherd to lead and guide this new chapter of Bay Area Community Church!
Meet Evans Christian!

Evans grew up in the greater NYC area as the son of Indian immigrant parents. He came to faith in college, following his brother's example, and has since spent over 25 years serving Jesus in a wide range of pastoral roles, primarily in Buffalo, NY.

He's a gifted leader, a humble servant, and a passionate disciple-maker! Most recently, he served as Associate Pastor at a thriving church in Buffalo, where he oversaw adult ministries, small groups, missions, and more. He has also worked to help refugee men find stability and employment through a nonprofit construction training program. But through it all, his heart has remained anchored in the local church.

Evans and his wife Melissa have three kids:
• Colton (21) and Camden (19) are midshipmen at the Naval Academy and already attend Bay Area!
• Cadence (16) just completed her sophomore year of high school and dreams of becoming a marine biologist.

Melissa works part-time in youth ministry and helps lead a Young Life chapter from their home - she's known for her evangelistic heart and love for people on the margins.

Together, the Christian family loves camping, hiking, snowboarding and spending time together outdoors, and they're thrilled to be moving to Kent Island!
Why This Matters

• This is a major step in seeing God's vision for Kent Island come to life. Evans is not only a gifted leader and pastor, he's a witness to our neighbors, a builder of community, and a catalyst for the Good News of Jesus advancing on the Eastern Shore.
• Please join us in thanking God and praying for the Christians as they prepare to move, begin this new season, and lay the foundation for a vibrant, advancing church campus on Kent Island
• We'll share more about the launch and timeline soon. But for now, we wanted you to know this exciting news as soon as possible. The adventure continues!

Campus Events

Learn more about and register for our events  at our Annapolis campus by clicking the link below!

KENT ISLAND EVENTS

Community

We believe spiritual growth and personal fulfillment happen best in the context of relationships. That’s why we say that we are better together.

Information regarding our Kent Island Community Groups coming soon!

Serving

At Bay Area, we serve. It's who we are and what we do. As we prepare to launch our Kent Island campus, we would love for you to consider serving in the areas of worship, production, hospitality and Children's Ministry.

Serve Interest form coming soon!

Giving

You can give online via PushPay here. You can also give by check by mailing to 884 Chesterfield Road, Annapolis, MD 21401.

Please make checks payable to Bay Area Community Church with“Kent Island Campus” designated in the memo line.

FAQs

Why is Bay Area launching a campus on Kent Island?
Bay Area exists to make passionate, maturing followers of Jesus, and we believe God is calling us to expand our reach beyond Annapolis. This campus will serve as a local mission outpost, providing a place for worship, discipleship, and local outreach.
What will a Sunday gathering at the Kent Island campus look like?
The Kent Island campus will offer a full Sunday worship experience, including live worship, biblical teaching, and Kids Ministry. Teaching will primarily be through video messages from our Lead Pastor Greg or Teaching Pastor Aaron Hixson, with live elements led by the campus pastor and worship team. Several times throughout the year, there will be live preaching from the Kent Island campus.
How can I be part of the Kent Island launch team?
We need passionate people to help build this new campus from the ground up! You can join the launch team by serving in areas like Children’s Ministry, Hospitality, Worship, and Production. Click here to join a serving team or learn more!

If you’d to know what it means to be a part of the Kent Island Core Team, email drew.bennett@bayareacc.org. He will be in touch with you shortly.
When and where will the Kent Island campus launch?
We are actively preparing to launch at 155 Sallit Drive right off Business Parkway. The building is near PRS Guitars and Terrapin Park.  The exact date will depend on finalizing our building preparations and hiring a campus pastor. Stay tuned for updates! We hope to have a more concrete timeline soon.
How can I support the Kent Island campus?
You can pray, give, and go! We need prayer for our campus pastor search, building logistics, and launch team. You can also give financially to help fund this mission or commit to attending and serving at the new campus.