Our Story

How it all started...

The church has its first meeting in Kent Field’s living room in Bayshore, NY.

1979

The First Building

The church begins meeting at the "Old YMCA" in Bayshore, the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Building on Main Street.

1981

An "Upgrade"

The church moves to the New YMCA building in Bayshore. Membership is about 75.

1989

A Big Move

The church moves to the Central Islip Chapel. Membership is around 300.

1996

The Spanish Ministry Begins

The Spanish ministry establishes its first full service en español.

2002

A Change of Scenery

The church moves to Lindenhurst, NY

2017

Land Purchased

5 acres of land bought in Hauppauge, NY to build a building on the land.

2019

Project Gateway Begins


New eldership and deaconship established. Clearing and grading of land finished. Project Gateway is established.

2023

Our Own Building!

After 45 years, the Long Island Church of Christ finally has a permanent address.

2025

Haitian Ministry Joins Us


Our sister congregation of Haitian members officially merges into the Long Island Church of Christ.

2025

Where We Are Headed

With services now in English, American Sign Language, Spanish, and French, and membership approaching 450 people, the Long Island Church of Christ is shining for Jesus brighter than ever before and is thoroughly equipped to bless the community of central Long Island.

Be a part of our story

Join us every Sunday as we gather to worship together at 11am