About the District
Who We Are · Mission · Vision · Strategic Focus
Who We Are
The St. Louis Progressive Missionary Baptist District Association is a fellowship of Missionary Baptist churches connected through worship, Christian education, mission, leadership, and service.
At SLPMBDA, we are committed to upholding the principles and teachings of our Lord Jesus Christ while fostering a spirit of unity, progress, and growth within our district.
Our mission is to serve our churches and community by providing spiritual guidance, educational opportunities, and support for meaningful outreach and service — advancing His kingdom one church, one life, one community at a time.
Read Our Full History
St. Louis Progressive Missionary Baptist District Association, Inc.
Established 1964 · Greater St. Louis
Romans XII 9-21
Our Mission
"Our mission is to advance God's work through the collective efforts of our member churches, fostering spiritual growth, community service, and dedication to Christian education."
Our Vision
"Our vision is to be a beacon of hope and progress in our community through outreach, education, fellowship, church strengthening, and collective service."
We serve churches.
We strengthen leaders.
We teach the faith.
We support mission.
We engage youth and young adults.
We move forward in faith.
Four-Year Strategic Focus
Our shared priorities for the district
Increase Church Participation
Grow church affiliation and active engagement throughout the district fellowship.
Reestablish Home Mission & Young Adults
Revitalize home mission work and re-engage our young adult members across churches.
Strengthen the Congress of Christian Education
Expand educational programming, courses, and certified training opportunities.
Increase Theological Training
Provide deeper theological education and ministerial training for pastors and ministers.
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