Bishop Eddie L. Long

Senior Pastor
New Birth Missionary Baptist Church

Bishop Eddie L. Long is recognized locally, nationally, and internationally as a dynamic man of vision, leadership, integrity and compassion.  The spiritual leader of New Birth Missionary Baptist Church, Bishop Long first served as pastor in 1987 for a congregation consisting of just more than 300 members.  Since his installation, New Birth’s membership has quickly multiplied to well over 25,000.

New Birth Missionary Baptist Church continues to impact the community through countless outreach programs and community-empowering projects orchestrated by Bishop Long.  He also serves as the founder and CEO of Faith Academy, New Birth’s school of excellence.  In addition to his commitment to New Birth Missionary Baptist Church as senior pastor, Bishop Long also serves on an array of boards in various capacities.

In 2006, Bishop Long was unanimously appointed voted as vice chair for the Board of Trustees for Beulah Heights Bible College.  In 2005, he was honored at the Trumpet Awards for his leadership, dedication, and service around the world.  A constant advocate for change and awareness, Bishop Long was also honored by the National HIV/AIDS Partnership (NHAP) for his outstanding work in fighting the spread of HIV/AIDS.