In 1907, a spark of faith ignited in New Orleans. The Sixth Street Holiness Church, later known as the First Church of God in Christ, opened its doors. This First Church of God in Christ became a cornerstone of the community. We stand now before a testament to their enduring faith. The First Church of God in Christ has witnessed the changing tides of New Orleans. It has provided solace and strength to generations. In 1914, a pivotal moment arrived for the First Church of God in Christ. Bishops James Feltus Sr. and Henry Feltus connected the church with the Church of God in Christ in Memphis, Tennessee. This alliance strengthened the church’s foundation within the burgeoning Pentecostal movement. The Feltus family played a crucial role in shaping the First Church of God in Christ. They championed the Holiness movement in Louisiana. They nurtured the growth of the Church of God in Christ throughout the state. After the death of James Feltus Sr. in 1946, his son, James Feltus Jr., took the helm at the young age of 25. He guided the First Church of God in Christ and later played a key role in the formation of the Church of God in Christ United. This new denomination, while separate from the original organization, maintained the same core doctrines. The First Church of God in Christ, now located on Josephine Street, continues to serve as a beacon of faith. It stands as a symbol of the enduring spirit of the community. It echoes the dedication of those who built it from its humble beginnings as the Sixth Street Holiness Church.
Центральный дом работников искусств
Step through the grand wooden doors of the Central House of the Workers of Art, and you’ll be transported to