About us
Discover the heart behind our ministry—a community rooted in faith and dedicated to making a lasting impact.
Our mission
At St. Stephen Baptist Church, our mission is simple– to change lives, to strengthen families, and to transform communities.
In our church we trust in the strength of God's love
Our mandate is to exalt God’s greatness through magnification, evangelize God’s world through multiplication, equip God’s people for maturity, express God’s love through ministry, and expand God’s Kingdom through mission.
Meet dr kevin cosby, our beloved pastor
The heart behind our house—our pastor is a devoted leader, guiding with wisdom, faith, and a deep commitment to serving God’s people and building a stronger community.
Dr. Kevin Cosby
For over 40 years, Dr. Kevin W. Cosby has faithfully led St. Stephen Baptist Church while making a lasting impact as a visionary educator, author, and national leader—advancing justice, restoring Simmons College, and shaping history through ministry, leadership, and service.
Take your next step—give to strengthen the mission or get involved and find your place in the community.
More locations
Louisville, Ky
Located right in the heart of west Louisville, Kentucky, our rich history has roots that run over 100 years.
louisville, ky 40210
Sat - Sun | 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
RADCLIFF, IN
Radcliff, Kentucky 40160
Sun | 12:00 PM
JEFFERSONVILLE, KY
Jeffersonville, Indiana 47130
Sun | 9:00 AM
Our accomplishments
Celebrating a legacy of impact—serving our community, empowering generations, and advancing the mission through faith, education, and outreach.
Community
- Ongoing economic investment in one of the nation’s poorest neighborhoods
- Housing support for the homeless through the Family Life Center
- First Black church in Kentucky to build a Family Life Center
- Renovated the California Community Center at no cost to the city
- Home to one of West Louisville’s sit-down family restaurants
- Provides the only mini-mart grocery store in the California Community
- Leads the city’s largest voter registration campaign, including expungement efforts
- Established the only physical therapy clinic in West Louisville’s California Community
- Developed one of the most comprehensive recreational centers in West Louisville
- Expanded access to residential housing and apartments in the California Community in west louisville
Culture
- Sponsored the Jubilee Festival, bringing arts, culture, and music to West Louisville
- Home to the only Black orchestra in West Louisville
- Operates the largest Black music program in Kentucky
Employment
- Largest private Black employer in West Louisville
- Over 98% of St. Stephen employees are from the Black Community.
- Supports the largest Black senior citizen services organization in West Louisville & Provides transportation services to assist the community
Education
- Raised millions to support Black higher education through Simmons College of Kentucky
- Empowers parents and students through SOAR, an after-school and summer enrichment program
- Awards $50,000 annually in college scholarships
