Convent in St. James Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)
Young Pilgrim Baptist Church
A Testament of Faith and Perseverance
Photographed by Cajun Scrambler, July 5, 2026
1. Young Pilgrim Baptist Church Marker
Under divine inspiration, a small congregation led by Rev. Tureau founded Young Pilgrim Church in 1887, marking the start of a spiritual journey deeply rooted in faith. Initially gathering in a modest home on Foret's Plantation, the congregation embodied the essence of communal worship and fellowship. As the church evolved, it saw a series of relocations under the successive leaderships, reflecting the resilience and adaptability of its congregation. Under Rev. Mose Russ, the church moved to Donier's Plantation, and subsequently, Rev. Thomas Scott led another transition to Comeaux's before finally settling at its current location. Each move accompanied by the construction of new sanctuaries symbolized a new chapter in the church's enduring legacy.
Erected 2026.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Religion & Religious Structures.
Location. 30° 0.331′ N, 90° 49.622′ W. Marker is in Convent, Louisiana, in St. James Parish. It is on River Road (Louisiana Route 44) near Rev. Thomas Scott Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post
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Regionally, this marker is in the River Parishes and in Greater New Orleans. It is also in the American South, specifically in the Deep South, on the Gulf Coast, and in the Great River Road Region. Globally, it is in North America, a Gulf of Mexico state, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain, the territory of the Mississippian Culture, the Louisiana Purchase, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 3 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies: Convent (approx. 0.3 miles away); Judge Pochι Plantation House (approx. half a mile away); Manresa House of Retreats (approx. one mile away); Site of First Acadian Settlers in Louisiana (approx. 1.1 miles away); St. Jacques de Cabahanoce (approx. 1.2 miles away); Cabahanoce Plantation (approx. 1.6 miles away); Uncle Sam Plantation (approx. 2.1 miles away); The Settlement Of Freetown (approx. 2.9 miles away). Touch for a list and map
Photographed by Cajun Scrambler, July 5, 2026
2. Young Pilgrim Baptist Church Marker
More about this marker. Although not on marker, it was placed, in part, by the Inclusive Louisiana organization, and local donors.
Credits. This page was last revised on July 5, 2026. It was originally submitted on July 5, 2026, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana. This page has been viewed 8 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 5, 2026, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana.
