About First Presbyterian Church
First Presbyterian Church is a Presbyterian church located at 5401 SOUTH CLAIBORNE AVENUE, New Orleans, LA, 70125. You can reach First Presbyterian Church at +15048667409.
First Presbyterian Church of New Orleans
First Presbyterian Church of New Orleans is the oldest Presbyterian congregation in Louisiana (1818) and the second oldest Protestant congregation in the entire Mississippi Basin after Christ Church of New Orleans (1816). First Presbyterian Church of New Orleans (FPCNO) has played a pivotal role in the history of the Protestant church in the South as well as the history of New Orleans in the late 19th century, especially under the political and religious leadership of Rev. Dr. Benjamin Morgan Palmer who encouraged the Southern Presbyterian Church to secede at the beginning of the American Civil War, an action whi...
Where is First Presbyterian Church located?
First Presbyterian Church is located at 5401 SOUTH CLAIBORNE AVENUE, New Orleans, LA, 70125. The building sits at coordinates 29.94221, -90.10959, placing it in New Orleans, LA 70125.
Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.
What to expect at a service at First Presbyterian Church
Presbyterians worship in the Reformed tradition — Word-centered, theologically rich, and dignified.
- Services last 60–75 minutes. Expect Scripture-heavy readings, a teaching sermon, congregational hymns, and prayer.
- Communion is typically monthly or quarterly, open to all who trust Christ.
Generalized notes for first-time visitors. Individual churches vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.
Questions and answers about First Presbyterian Church
- What denomination is First Presbyterian Church?
- This church is part of the Presbyterian tradition.
- Where is First Presbyterian Church located?
- First Presbyterian Church is located at 5401 SOUTH CLAIBORNE AVENUE, New Orleans, LA, 70125.
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