Who we are.
A Christ-centered, historically Black Baptist congregation in East Memphis — anchored in the ancient path and pressing forward in the transforming power of Jesus.
A house of worship, a family in Christ.
New Philadelphia Missionary Baptist Church is a historically African American Missionary Baptist congregation in East Memphis. For more than a century, our doors have been open at 533 S. Mendenhall Road — a gathering place for worship, discipleship, mutual encouragement, and love of neighbor.
Under the pastoral care of Pastor Darren M. Little, our Senior Pastor, we honor the legacy of the saints who built this house while embracing the fresh move of the Spirit in our generation.
Preach. Disciple. Send.
To make disciples of Jesus Christ who love God, love one another, and love our neighbors — bringing hope and healing to Memphis and the nations.
A church where tradition meets transformation.
Anchored to the historic African American Missionary Baptist tradition — expectant for the fresh move of the Holy Spirit in this generation.
What we stand on. What we live by.
Christ Above All
Jesus is our foundation, our message, and our aim in everything.
Word-Driven
The Scriptures shape our doctrine, our worship, and our daily living.
Family in Christ
We treat one another as beloved brothers and sisters redeemed by grace.
Spirit-Empowered
We depend on the Holy Spirit for boldness, conviction, and transformation.
Every Generation
From the nursery to the senior saints, every soul matters and belongs.
Sent to Serve
Commissioned to love Memphis and disciple the nations.
What to expect when you visit.
Guests are our honored family. You'll be met at the door by warm greeters, offered a seat wherever feels comfortable, and welcomed into worship rooted in the Word and lifted in anointed song. There is no dress code — come as you are.
Sunday School — age-appropriate biblical teaching for every generation.
Morning Worship — Spirit-filled praise, prayer, and preaching from Pastor Little.
Safe, joyful children's ministry with secure check-in for our youngest disciples.
You were not brought here by accident.
Whether you're looking for a spiritual home, exploring faith for the first time, or simply passing through — there is a chair for you at New Philadelphia.