Newell Christian Chapel

06/07/2026

Many thanks to Bob Warren at NOLA.com for this great feature on Newell Christian Chapel!
We are thankful to be able to keep this worship space in our community!

05/08/2026

We are glad to welcome the community as part of the Old Mandeville Historic Association Mother's Day Home Tour on Sunday! Stop in and say "Hi!!"

Newell Christian Chapel, circa 1886

Newell Christian Chapel was founded in 1865 and formally chartered in 1869 by the Missionary Society of the Methodist Episcopal Church South; the document declares its role “…as a place for divine worship…a place for the education of children without any distinction as regards race, color, or previous condition.”

The present building is the second church building on the site. It was built under the guidance of Reverend Moses Fairfax in 1886, and it is recognized as the mother church of the African American churches in Mandeville, serving as a central hub for the African American community beginning in Reconstruction.

The church reflects four architectural phases: the original bargeboard construction with white clapboard siding, a 1917 enclosed rear porch, a 1971 brick façade encasing the original building, and a 2000 addition of church offices.

The church property was sold recently to private owners who are working diligently to maintain the building’s historic purpose by hosting congregations and community meetings. The Old Mandeville Historic Association holds its quarterly lecture series in this venerable church.

Please note the unusual beaded-board barrel ceiling in the sanctuary, revealed after the removal of 1970s-era acoustic tiles. On the tour today this space will be a cool rest and rejuvenation spot along the way.

Restoration of this chapel and the adjacent 1946 parsonage is ongoing.

Tour information: https://www.oldmandevillehistoricassociation.org/copy-of-mother-s-day-home-tour-2025

01/01/2026

Looking for a church home in the new year? Check out Church of the Holy Trinity: An Anglican Mission, meeting in Old Mandeville Sunday mornings.

As a new year begins, it’s a beautiful time to pause, reflect, and step forward with hope. We invite you to join us at Church of the Holy Trinity in Mandeville as we gather to worship, pray, and seek God together.

Whether you’ve walked with Jesus for many years, are curious about faith, or are simply looking for a welcoming community, you are warmly invited. Our services are centered on meaningful worship, thoughtful teaching, and genuine connection—creating space for both questions and confidence, for faith that is growing or faith that is just beginning.

Join us Sundays at 9:30am at 235 Lamarque St., Mandeville, LA 70448, and start the new year grounded in hope, grace, and community. There is a place for you here.

12/20/2025

Christmas Day worship in Old Mandeville! We hope to see you here on Thursday morning!

Looking for a place to worship this Christmas Day? We would love to have you join us to celebrate our Lord's Nativity at 10.00am on December 25, at 235 Lamarque St., Mandeville, LA 70448! Bring your family and friends! All are invited to celebrate this holy day with us!

11/11/2025

Many thanks to Church of the Holy Trinity: An Anglican Mission for setting up this challenging and informative presentation this Saturday night. A good topic to consider in our historic space.

🔍 Slavery in the Bible? What Does Jesus Say About That?

Join us for an honest and thought-provoking conversation that tackles one of the most challenging questions in Scripture: What does the Bible really say about slavery?

Come hear from a Dr. Archie England (Old Testament professor at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary) who will unpack historical and biblical contexts, explore how faith and justice intersect, and invite your toughest questions in a safe, open environment. Whether you’re a lifelong believer, a seeker, or just curious, this is a night designed to shed light and deepen understanding.

📅 November 15th | 7:00 PM
📍 Newell Christian Chapel
235 Lamarque Street, Mandeville

This event is free and open to the public as part of the Illuminate Lecture Series, hosted by the Church of the Holy Trinity.
👉 www.cotht.com

Come ready to listen, learn, and engage in one of the most meaningful conversations our culture—and our faith—can have.

05/10/2025

We hope to see you Saturday May 17 at this neighborhood block party! 🥳

04/20/2025

Join us for an Easter Sunday worship service in Old Mandeville!
He is risen!

04/17/2025

Do you have plans yet for Easter Sunday?

We would love to have you join us for Easter Sunday at Newell Christian Chapel!

04/16/2025

Good Friday worship in Old Mandeville!

Join us for a time of commemoration of our Lord Jesus' passion this Friday night. Our Good Friday service is at 7.00pm this Friday at Newell Christian Chapel (235 Lamarque St., Mandeville, LA 70448).

04/08/2025

Join us for a neighborhood Easter egg hunt Saturday, April 12, at 10am. We look forward to enjoying a spring Saturday with our neighbors! 🌸 Spread the word!

https://www.restorationmandeville.com/events/lamarque-st-easter-egg-hunt

We're hosting a streetwide Easter celebration with homes participating all along Lamarque St on April 12 at 10am.