Bishop Edward Thomas accepted Jesus as his Lord and Savior under Dr. Adam's ministry. After a few years, Pastor Williams returned to Gorman Memorial to resume his pastoral duties. After the passing of his  wife Inez, this pastor continued to face the challenges of a new church while dealing with his loss. Years passed and as the church grew, new and innovative programs sprang up including several building programs, programs for youth development, an athletic program for young men, a thriving Sunday school program, and one of the finest gospel music and choral programs in the city.