About Us Our Church

Organized in March 1909 with twenty-three charter members, First Missionary Baptist Church began her ministry in South Houston. Two lots were given the church by Western Land Company, the company that surveyed and laid out the city.

In 1911, a sanctuary with seating capacity of 300 was built. New members were baptized in Berry Creek which flows nearby. Sunday School rooms were partitioned off in the sanctuary, and the church office was under the belfry.

The church grew steadily and established and sponsored three mission organizations (Easthaven Baptist, Airway Baptist, and Templo Bautista). All three missions eventually incorporated and became self-sufficient churches. To date, twenty pastors have ministered to this church and this community. During the years, at least four members have served as foreign missionaries and many have surrendered their lives to the gospel ministry. First Baptist Church is grateful to have a ninety-eight year legacy of missions and ministry in the South Houston community.

The church is also excited about its future. During the pastorate of our present pastor, the church has become more involved in working with the city, local police and fire departments, the American Red Cross, and local schools in order to minister more effectively to its community.