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Rev. Eddie Henderson

Pastor

Pastor Henderson, a St. Louis native holds John 3:16-18 as a cherished scripture: "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. He that believeth on him is not condemned, but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God."

Raised in South St. Louis, Pastor Henderson professed faith in Jesus Christ at sixteen. He attended Toussant L'Ouverture Middle School, where he was a member of the Honor Society, and later Bayless High School through the Missouri desegregation program. Overcoming the challenges of poverty, crime, and drugs, he found solace and discipline in sports. While at Bayless, he was selected for the Missouri Boys State Program.

After graduating, he spent a year at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville before returning to St. Louis to attend Forest Park Community College. There, he served as Campus Ministry President, actively sharing his faith with classmates and neighbors. It was at Forest Park that he met his wife, Tiffany (Woolen) Henderson. He earned an AA in Chemistry/General Studies and then a BA in Management/Communications (Business) with a minor in Biblical Studies from Concordia University Wisconsin.

Pastor Henderson married Tiffany in September 1995, and they have two children, Tabatha and Eddie "EJ" Henderson, Jr. In 1994, he answered his calling to ministry studying at "The Embassy of Heaven" under Bishop A. Wayne Jones. Later, he and his wife joined Pentecostal Temple under Pastor Elmer Goodlow, where he taught Sunday School and served in the ministry, eventually becoming an ordained elder under District Prelate Pastor James. J. Jefferson.

In 1999, guided by the Lord, they joined Peoples Community Christian Church (PCCC) after an invitation from Sis. Kimberly Watson. Pastor Henderson served under Pastor Bennie B. Ford, and in 2006, he become Assistant Pastor at United Christian Ministries (UCM) under Pastor Bernard Brown, serving until 2013. He then returned to PCCC, continuing to serve in various capacities, including minister, Sunday School and Bible Class teacher, and assisting with marriages and funeral services.

Pastor Henderson is passionate about reaching the lost, hurt, and broken with the Gospel, aiming to "Make Disciples" (Matthew 28:18-20). He focuses on building families, empowering youth, strengthening marriages, and valuing the wisdom of seasoned saints. His preaching reflects a deep reverence and love for the World of God.

He firmly believes:

The Bible is the inspired, infallible, and authoritative Word of God.
In the Holy Trinity: one God in three persons — Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
Salvation is by grace alone through faith in Jesus Christ, the only Savior.
Jesus Christ, the eternal Son of God, atoned for sins through His perfect life and sacrificial death.

Rev. Bennie B. Ford

Pastor Emeritus

Rev. Bennie B. Ford and First Lady Alice Ford

It all started back on April 8, 1959. When there was a healthy baby boy born to the proud parents of Bennie and Mary Ford, God certainly had a predestinated mission for Bennie B. Ford and purpose for his life. He had a good family life filled with fun and excitement. And at a young age he started going to church with family members.

At a young age, Ford knew there had to be more to life than just everyday trials and tribulations, so he started really studying the Word of God and developing a real relationship with GOD that could not and would not be broken. On October 5, 1980, he was baptized and decided to accept Jesus Christ as his personal Savior and allow GOD to direct his path for the rest of his life.

On July 24, 1982, Ford married his high school sweetheart, Alice Smith. The two later had a beautiful baby girl on Febuary 14, 1984 and named her Adrienne.

Wanting to fulfill his spiritual purpose, Ford came to People's Community Christian Church and served as assistant to Rev. Tommie Johnson. He soon accepted his calling to preach and was committed to sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. On April 23, 1989, he was installed as the Pastor of PCCC.

With the help of McBride and Sons, where he worked as a carpenter, Ford built a brand new church at 9501 Weyburn Dr. The doors opened in September of 1997.

God has blessed Rev. Ford with many gifts. He's committed father, dedicated husband, anointed preacher, excellent teacher and exceptional leader. He not only preaches the Truth but he lives the Truth. He's been known to go about the community spreading the Good News of Jesus Christ and extending an invitation to our church services. It amazes everyone how Rev. Ford has the energy and time to do all that he does.

Rev. Ford not only goes out of his way to help his members, but he's more than happy to extend a helping hand to anybody that needs help. He wears many different hats. He's a marriage counselor for couples contemplating marriage, mediator for couples that may be going through difficult times in their marriage, a job placement specialist for those seeking employment, a father to the father less and a friend to the friendless and much more.

We thank God for providing People's Community Christian Church such a faithful, talented and committed servant.