Elder Golder

Served: 1948 - 19453

Elder Morris E. Golder became the third permanent pastor of Christ Temple. He served from 1948 until April 1953. During his pastorate, modern glass doors were installed at each entrance, fluorescent lights replaced the light fixtures in the main auditorium, the Kilgen pipe organ was added to the main auditorium, and the business office and Pastor's study were remodeled. An eighty-acre farm was purchased for use of the saints and for providing food for the meals during conventions.

Christ Temple has its first radio broadcast under his leadership. Also during this administration, the Christ Temple Youth Choir was organized.

Legacy

Elder Golder was one of the original "Sons of Thunder", whose ministry was loved by all.  He was affectionately named, "The Prince of Preachers", for his unique way of preaching the word of God.  Elder Golder (later Bishop Golder) wrote the following books, The History of Christ Temple Apostolic Faith Assembly, The Life and Works of Bishop G. T. Haywood, and the History of the Pentecostal Assemblies of the World, Inc.