St. James was founded in 1844 as the first Episcopal Church in Baton Rouge, and the fourth in Louisiana. The historic Gothic sanctuary is a landmark in our great capitol city. But make no mistake...it is a church on the move, a place to grow spiritually,a place to make new friends, a place to serve God with your own special talents. For over 150 years, St. James has continued its mission of service to both members of the parish and the community at large.