Aimee Semple McPherson
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Aimee Semple McPherson's achievements are unparalleled in the realm of religious broadcasting. She was the first woman to own a radio station and the first to use it for mass evangelism. Her creation of the Angelus Temple set a new standard for megachurches, influencing countless religious leaders who followed. The International Church of the Foursquare Gospel she founded continues to thrive, with millions of members worldwide. Her innovative approach to ministry and her ability to connect with the masses through media have earned her a place in history as a true pioneer.
Honours & Distinctions
Induction into Religious Broadcasting Hall of Fame
Recognized for pioneering the use of radio in religious ministry.
Time Magazine Women of the Year
Featured in a retrospective collection for her impact on media and religion.
Rankings & Lists
Greatest Pastors of All Time
Magazine Covers
Time
2026-01-15
Women of the Year: Aimee Semple McPherson
Records & Feats
First Woman to Own a Radio Station
Launched KGEF in 1924, becoming the first woman to own a radio station dedicated to religious broadcasting.
Largest Megachurch in the 1920s
Opened the Angelus Temple in 1923, seating over 5,300 people and setting a record for the largest church building in the United States at the time.