We equip local churches to make disciples in Mississippi and around the world.

Unifying and multiplying local churches

We are a network of over 2,000 different churches joining together to share the Gospel with our state and the world beyond. Whether you’re a leader, a church member, or brand new, we’re excited you’re here.

Helping leaders make disciples

Our work starts with training up faithful leaders who can in turn disciple their own churches to love and spread the Gospel.

Resources

We’re here to support your church: teaching, leading, programs, training, and prayer.

Community

As a network, we connect you with church communities and leaders and keep you updated with news, events, and service opportunities.

Mission

Our ultimate goal is to spread the word of God, so we offer the volunteer opportunities, education, and tools to help you reach your community and the world.

2,082 Churches

65 Associations

524,752 Church Members

Join a network of local churches flourishing on mission.

Our Beginning

1780

Richard Curtis Sr. led a group of families from South Carolina to Mississippi, landing at the mouth of Cole’s Creek.

1791

The Baptist settlers began the first Baptist church in the state at the home of Margaret Stampley, eventually called Salem Baptist Church.

1806

Messengers from five Baptist churches met at Salem Baptist and organized the Mississippi Baptist Association.

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Administration

The Mississippi Baptist Convention Board is led by three administrators.

Executive Director-Treasurer

Chief Strategy Officer

Chief Operations Officer

Church Engagement

We come ​alongside the local church to reach their communities and the world for Christ.

Contact

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Brand Guidelines

“Whoever drinks of the water that I will give him will never be thirsty again.”

John 4:14 ESV

We believe that Jesus’ love is like a river, flowing and alive. Through his death on the cross, he offers nourishment and quenches the thirst of all who are looking to be full to the brim. This message is the reason we exist.