Established 1863
New Orleans, Louisiana
Dr. Samuel Gibbs, Jr., President
Rev. Byron Johnson, General Secretary
As we celebrate the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ, the First District Missionary Baptist Association extends heartfelt blessings to every church, family, and community we serve. May this season renew our hope, strengthen our faith, and inspire us to share God’s love with all.
Wishing you a Christmas filled with peace, joy, and the everlasting light of Christ.

Welcome to our website.
We are located in the great city of New Orleans, Louisiana and God has blessed us to serve this city, state, and nation since 1863. It is by God´s divine order that you have "clicked" on to this site. If your church is not a part of an Association in our city or state, please contact us and a representative will return your call.
"We Are A Network of Churches Seeking God First, Working Together,
and Witnessing to the World"
Matthew 6:33, 28:16-20

2024
The Great Commandments: Mark 12:28-34
Love God and Love Others
2025
Love: The Evidence of Discipleship -John 13:34-35
2026
The Church That Is Rooted and Grounded in Love Ephesians 3:14-19
2027
Love Never Ends -1 Corinthians 13:8-13

For a day in Your courts is better than a thousand elsewhere. I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God than dwell in the tents of the wicked." – Psalm 84:10
She is a lifelong member of Second Baptist Church Sixth District
Dr. Samuel Gibbs, Jr., Pastor

“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble”
Psalm 46:1
Dr. Lorraine T. Payton is a proud and devoted member of
Second Free Mission Baptist Church
Rev. Dr. Warren J. Ray, Jr., Pastor

Philippians 4:13:“I can do all this through him who gives me strength”—guides her daily walk with Christ. She also finds inspiration in the songs Great Is Thy Faithfulness and I Will Sing of the Goodness of God.
Sis. Crain is a proud and devoted member of
Second Baptist Church Sixth District
Rev. Dr. Samuel Gibbs, Jr., Pastor


If you need additional information regarding our communications and announcements listed below, please contact us at info@firstdistrictmba.org

Dr. Fred Luter, Revivalist
Pastor, Franklin Avenue Baptist Church
AN ENCOUNTER WITH JESUS
Mark 10:46-52
WHAT TO DO WHEN TROUBLE COMES
Mark 4:35-41
IN THE MASTER'S HANDS
Jeremiah 18:1-6

Rev. Elijah McCarty, Director
Shannon Breaud, Assistant Director
Musicians
Walter Tardy, Organ | Randolph Thomas, Organ
Byron Wilson, Drummer
Stay tuned more to come.