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Sister Aimee and the Birth of the Megachurch
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Sister Aimee and the Birth of the Megachurch

Aimee Semple McPherson built America’s first megachurch, blended showbiz with salvation, and vanished in a scandal that captivated the nation.

99% Invisible · Gillian Jacobs, Vivian Le, Kelly Prime

August 12, 202536m 3s

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Aimee Semple McPherson built America’s first megachurch, blended showbiz with salvation, and vanished in a scandal that captivated the nation.

Sister Aimee and the Birth of the Megachurch

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