First Lynnhaven Baptist Church was founded in 1871, located in a ” Bush Tent” near the Little Neck section of Virginia Beach. The church later moved to Nickerson’s corner and as the membership grew, eventually landed to its present site at 2744 Robert Jackson Drive.
Over the last 152 years, the church has had 12 ministers. Currently, under the guidance and adminstration led by Dr. Luther S. Allen lll, the church has experienced technological growth, property acquisition, and site expansion. Notably, the 2017 renovation of the multi-purpose vestibule and the church sanctuary.
First Lynnhaven holds a rich history in Virginia Beach, current and past members were instrumental in the city’s public education system for African- American citizens. Even today, First Lynnhaven, or “First Church” continues to stand as an ” Outpost of Faith,” striving daily to make the kingdom of God a reality within the community.
