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Apostle Peterson’s Legacy Lives On | Meridian Mississippi News
Apostle W.J. Peterson, founder of the Pentecostal Church of God in 1955, is honored with a street named after him—Peterson Way—in Meridian, Mississippi. A posthumous tribute to a bold preacher who moved from Chicago to spread unity and faith during segregation, his legacy lives on through a nationwide network of 53 assemblies, educational initiatives like the Pentecostal Christian Academy, and community projects including a new assisted living facility opening in 2027. Known for his love of people, his pilot’s license, and his belief in spiritual and economic empowerment, Peterson’s vision…
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