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Melanie I. Green, daughter of Rev. William “Bill” Lawson, enters the sanctuary at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church for a community celebration in honor of her father on Thursday, May 23, 2024, in Houston. Known for being a “Houston’s Pastor,” Lawson was the founding pastor of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church who helped lead the Houston’s racial desegregation in the 1960s and continued to be a civil rights leader and spiritual guide throughout his life. He retired from the pulpit in 2004, but remained active in the church until his death on May 14 at age 95.

Melanie I. Green, daughter of Rev. William “Bill” Lawson, enters the sanctuary at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church for a community celebration in honor of her …

Published on March 30, 2024
Choir members perform during a community celebration in honor of Rev. William “Bill” Lawson at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church on Thursday, May 23, 2024, in Houston. Known for being a “Houston’s Pastor,” Lawson was the founding pastor of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church who helped lead the Houston’s racial desegregation in the 1960s and continued to be a civil rights leader and spiritual guide throughout his life. He retired from the pulpit in 2004, but remained active in the church until his death on May 14 at age 95.

Choir members perform during a community celebration in honor of Rev. William “Bill” Lawson at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church on Thursday, May 23, 2024, in …

Published on March 30, 2024
The pastoral robe of Rev. William “Bill” Lawson are seen during a community celebration in his honor at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church on Thursday, May 23, 2024, in Houston. Known for being a “Houston’s Pastor,” Lawson was the founding pastor of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church who helped lead the Houston’s racial desegregation in the 1960s and continued to be a civil rights leader and spiritual guide throughout his life. He retired from the pulpit in 2004, but remained active in the church until his death on May 14 at age 95.

The pastoral robe of Rev. William “Bill” Lawson are seen during a community celebration in his honor at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church on Thursday, May …

Published on March 30, 2024
Bishop James W.E. Dixon II speaks during a community celebration in honor of Rev. William “Bill” Lawson at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church on Thursday, May 23, 2024, in Houston. Known for being a “Houston’s Pastor,” Lawson was the founding pastor of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church who helped lead the Houston’s racial desegregation in the 1960s and continued to be a civil rights leader and spiritual guide throughout his life. He retired from the pulpit in 2004, but remained active in the church until his death on May 14 at age 95.

Bishop James W.E. Dixon II speaks during a community celebration in honor of Rev. William “Bill” Lawson at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church on Thursday, May …

Published on March 30, 2024
Singers perform the song ‘’Perfect Peace” during a community celebration in honor of Rev. William “Bill” Lawson at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church on Thursday, May 23, 2024, in Houston. Known for being a “Houston’s Pastor,” Lawson was the founding pastor of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church who helped lead the Houston’s racial desegregation in the 1960s and continued to be a civil rights leader and spiritual guide throughout his life. He retired from the pulpit in 2004, but remained active in the church until his death on May 14 at age 95.

Singers perform the song ‘’Perfect Peace” during a community celebration in honor of Rev. William “Bill” Lawson at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church on Thursday, May …

Published on March 30, 2024
People gather for a community celebration in honor of Rev. William “Bill” Lawson at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church on Thursday, May 23, 2024, in Houston. Known for being a “Houston’s Pastor,” Lawson was the founding pastor of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church who helped lead the Houston’s racial desegregation in the 1960s and continued to be a civil rights leader and spiritual guide throughout his life. He retired from the pulpit in 2004, but remained active in the church until his death on May 14 at age 95.

People gather for a community celebration in honor of Rev. William “Bill” Lawson at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church on Thursday, May 23, 2024, in Houston. …

Published on March 30, 2024
Bishop James W.E. Dixon II speaks during a community celebration in honor of Rev. William “Bill” Lawson at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church on Thursday, May 23, 2024, in Houston. Known for being a “Houston’s Pastor,” Lawson was the founding pastor of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church who helped lead the Houston’s racial desegregation in the 1960s and continued to be a civil rights leader and spiritual guide throughout his life. He retired from the pulpit in 2004, but remained active in the church until his death on May 14 at age 95.

Bishop James W.E. Dixon II speaks during a community celebration in honor of Rev. William “Bill” Lawson at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church on Thursday, May …

Published on March 30, 2024
People enter the sanctuary for a community celebration in honor of Rev. William “Bill” Lawson at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church on Thursday, May 23, 2024, in Houston. Known for being a “Houston’s Pastor,” Lawson was the founding pastor of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church who helped lead the Houston’s racial desegregation in the 1960s and continued to be a civil rights leader and spiritual guide throughout his life. He retired from the pulpit in 2004, but remained active in the church until his death on May 14 at age 95.

People enter the sanctuary for a community celebration in honor of Rev. William “Bill” Lawson at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church on Thursday, May 23, 2024, …

Published on March 30, 2024
Singers begin the community celebration for Rev. William “Bill” Lawson in the sanctuary of the original Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church on Thursday, May 23, 2024, in Houston. Known for being a “Houston’s Pastor,” Lawson was the founding pastor of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church who helped lead the Houston’s racial desegregation in the 1960s and continued to be a civil rights leader and spiritual guide throughout his life. He retired from the pulpit in 2004, but remained active in the church until his death on May 14 at age 95.

Singers begin the community celebration for Rev. William “Bill” Lawson in the sanctuary of the original Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church on Thursday, May 23, 2024, …

Published on March 30, 2024
Pallbearers guide the casket of Rev. William “Bill” Lawson into sanctuary of the original Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church for a community celebration on Thursday, May 23, 2024, in Houston. Known for being a “Houston’s Pastor,” Lawson was the founding pastor of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church who helped lead the Houston’s racial desegregation in the 1960s and continued to be a civil rights leader and spiritual guide throughout his life. He retired from the pulpit in 2004, but remained active in the church until his death on May 14 at age 95.

Pallbearers guide the casket of Rev. William “Bill” Lawson into sanctuary of the original Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church for a community celebration on Thursday, May …

Published on March 30, 2024
Members of the Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity are seen during the community celebration for Rev. William “Bill” Lawson at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church on Thursday, May 23, 2024, in Houston. Known for being a “Houston’s Pastor,” Lawson was the founding pastor of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church who helped lead the Houston’s racial desegregation in the 1960s and continued to be a civil rights leader and spiritual guide throughout his life. He retired from the pulpit in 2004, but remained active in the church until his death on May 14 at age 95.

Members of the Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity are seen during the community celebration for Rev. William “Bill” Lawson at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church on Thursday, …

Published on March 30, 2024
U.S. Congressman Al Green, right, pays his respects to Rev. William “Bill” Lawson before his community celebration at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church on Thursday, May 23, 2024, in Houston. Known for being a “Houston’s Pastor,” Lawson was the founding pastor of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church who helped lead the Houston’s racial desegregation in the 1960s and continued to be a civil rights leader and spiritual guide throughout his life. He retired from the pulpit in 2004, but remained active in the church until his death on May 14 at age 95.

U.S. Congressman Al Green, right, pays his respects to Rev. William “Bill” Lawson before his community celebration at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church on Thursday, May …

Published on March 30, 2024
Family members of Rev. William “Bill” Lawson are seen before his community celebration at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church on Thursday, May 23, 2024, in Houston. Known for being a “Houston’s Pastor,” Lawson was the founding pastor of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church who helped lead the Houston’s racial desegregation in the 1960s and continued to be a civil rights leader and spiritual guide throughout his life. He retired from the pulpit in 2004, but remained active in the church until his death on May 14 at age 95.

Family members of Rev. William “Bill” Lawson are seen before his community celebration at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church on Thursday, May 23, 2024, in Houston. …

Published on March 30, 2024
Members of the Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity walk outside the sanctuary of the original Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church before the community celebration for Rev. William “Bill” Lawson on Thursday, May 23, 2024, in Houston. Known for being a “Houston’s Pastor,” Lawson was the founding pastor of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church who helped lead the Houston’s racial desegregation in the 1960s and continued to be a civil rights leader and spiritual guide throughout his life. He retired from the pulpit in 2004, but remained active in the church until his death on May 14 at age 95.

Members of the Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity walk outside the sanctuary of the original Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church before the community celebration for Rev. William …

Published on March 30, 2024
Mourners approach the casket of Rev. William “Bill” Lawson in the sanctuary of the original Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church on Thursday, May 23, 2024, in Houston. Known for being a “Houston’s Pastor,” Lawson was the founding pastor of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church who helped lead the Houston’s racial desegregation in the 1960s and continued to be a civil rights leader and spiritual guide throughout his life. He retired from the pulpit in 2004, but remained active in the church until his death on May 14 at age 95.

Mourners approach the casket of Rev. William “Bill” Lawson in the sanctuary of the original Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church on Thursday, May 23, 2024, in …

Published on March 30, 2024
Mourners greet one another as they pay their respects for The Rev. William “Bill” Lawson in the sanctuary of the original Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church on Thursday, May 23, 2024, in Houston. Known for being a “Houston’s Pastor,” Lawson was the founding pastor of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church who helped lead the Houston’s racial desegregation in the 1960s and continued to be a civil rights leader and spiritual guide throughout his life. He retired from the pulpit in 2004, but remained active in the church until his death on May 14 at age 95.

Mourners greet one another as they pay their respects for The Rev. William “Bill” Lawson in the sanctuary of the original Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church …

Published on March 30, 2024
Mourners pass by flowers and images of Rev. William “Bill” Lawson in the sanctuary of the original Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church on Thursday, May 23, 2024, in Houston. Known for being a “Houston’s Pastor,” Lawson was the founding pastor of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church who helped lead the Houston’s racial desegregation in the 1960s and continued to be a civil rights leader and spiritual guide throughout his life. He retired from the pulpit in 2004, but remained active in the church until his death on May 14 at age 95.

Mourners pass by flowers and images of Rev. William “Bill” Lawson in the sanctuary of the original Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church on Thursday, May 23, …

Published on March 30, 2024

Published on March 30, 2024
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Published on March 30, 2024

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