Peters Chapel African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church

Peters Chapel A.M.E. Church was founded in 1890 by Mr. Peter Rogers, and Mrs. Clara Davis and Mr. Henry Perce. These founders and others worshipped in a tent until Mr. Peter Rogers purchased land for the purpose of building Peters Chapel A.M.E. Church. Together, the founders and congregation built the first foundation for the church. It was complete in the 1900's under the leadership of Pastor A.C. Linton.


The Church was rebuilt in 1968, under the leadership of Pastor W.J. Johnson. Other Pastors to tread the path of the Peters Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church were:


Reverend T. Alexander Reverend John B. Owens Reverend M. Williams Reverend Jones Reverend Flint Reverend Brazell Reverend Gamble Reverend Grimes Reverend Franklin Reverend R.L. Tyson

Reverend Matthew Robinson Reverend R.B. Bass Reverend Dr. W. Ray Hill Reverend O.L. Duncan Reverend Dr. M.S. Colquitt Reverend Eddie Oliver Reverend Bobby L. Jacobs Reverend Dr. Mark B. Cisco Present Reverend Sherryl H. Sneed


Under the leadership of the late Reverend R.L. Tyson, the foundation of the present church was built. This foundation project was completed by the late Reverend W.J. Johnson. Peters Chapel became a station church under the leadership of Reverend W.J. Johnson.


Under the leadership of Reverend Matthew Robinson, the kitchen, bathroom, pastor's study and back annex were added. The sanctuary pews and central air conditioning unit were purchased and installed under Reverend R.L. Tyson's second tenure.


Under Reverend O.L. Duncan, the handicap ramp, walk area in front of teh church, brick poles and mail box were constructed. Also at this time, two acres of land were purchased from Brother Julius Rogers. This land will be the location of the new Peters Chapel A.M.E. Church Worship Center.


Elder Carl Colquitt's leadership included the paving of the church parking lot and the purchase of our first computer. The parsonage was attained under Pastor Oliver's leadership. Peters Chapel also purchased a church van and installed lighting around the parking lot. Pastor Oliver donated the chandelier in the center aisle of the church. The church at that time attained clear title to the church deed.


Under the leadership of Pastor Bobby L. Jacobs, there has been tremendous growth in the membership and unity. There have been renovations of the church parsonage. A radio outreach ministry program is going strong and reaching many out side of the church. Peters Chapel has purchased a Hammond B-3 organ, a new Clavinova electric piano and new audio equipment. A new computer system has been purchased with more on the way. 

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