Charles Harrison Mason

Charles Harrison Mason (1866-1961) was an influential African American religious leader and co-founder of the Church of God in Christ (COGIC), a prominent Pentecostal denomination in the United States. He played a key role in the early Pentecostal movement, advocating for spiritual gifts, revivalism, and holiness in worship. Mason's leadership emphasized racial equality and inclusivity within the church during a time of deep segregation in America. His efforts helped shape the COGIC into one of the largest historically Black churches, significantly impacting both religious life and African American communities across the nation.