About Us

Meet Our Pastor Rev. Walter E. Lawson

Rev. Walter E. Lawson has served in ministry since 1997 and has been a devoted pastor since 2000, beginning his pastoral journey at Green Chapel AME Church in Rocky Ford, Georgia. After three years there, he continued to lead and serve at numerous churches, bringing the love and message of Christ to diverse congregations. Rev. Lawson retired in 2018 from the Federal Bureau of Prisons after a distinguished career, during which he developed a deep commitment to service, mentorship, and community building.

Educational Background

Vincent Elementary, Middle, and High School, Vincent, Alabama (Graduated in 1986)
University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), attended on a track scholarship
Morris Brown College, Atlanta, Georgia: Bachelor’s Degree in Organizational Management and Leadership (Graduated May 2023) {Valedictorian, Summa Cum Laude, Vice President}

Military Service
Rev. Lawson served in the United States Army as an Armor and Supply Specialist. His duty stations included Wiesbaden, Germany, and Fort Carson, Colorado. After four years of honorable service, he was discharged, having gained valuable life lessons that shaped his commitment to leadership and discipline. A Heart for Service
Growing up in the small town of Vincent, Alabama, Rev. Lawson learned the value of hard work, community, and generosity. His childhood memories of fishing, caring for livestock, and witnessing families come together to support one another instilled in him a lifelong dedication to serving others. Today, Rev. Lawson brings these values to Primm Chapel AME Church, where he leads with humility, vision, and faith. His mission is to glorify God, uplift His people, and help others discover their divine purpose. We are excited to partner with you on your spiritual journey. May God’s grace and peace abound in your life. Welcome to Primm Chapel AME Church!

Along with our dedicated ministerial team—Rev. Helen Davis and Rev. Gloria Cash-Sam—we strive to develop, teach, and preach the principles of the Bible and the Word of God with diligence and passion.

Pastor & First Lady

Left to right: Pastor Walter E. Lawson & Sis. Carol Lawson

Pastor & Associate Pastors

Left to right: Rev. Helen Davis, Pastor Walter E. Lawson, & Rev. Cash-Sam

At Primm Chapel AME, we are a family and community that welcomes all to come as you are. We believe in the power of prayer. We are a church that has witnessed the power of prayer work in us and through us. We also believe the importance of living out our faith in our daily lives.