Roderick R. Caesar (1901-1999) was born in St. Lucia, West Indies. He joined the United States Army in 1919 and later became a member of the Harlem Pentecostal Church, where he was taught the Word of God. He rose through the ranks, becoming a deacon, Sunday School teacher, and eventually, an ordained Elder. In 1932, he founded the Bethel Gospel Mission on South Road in Jamaica, Queens, which later relocated to 110-15 New York Boulevard and became known as the Bethel Gospel Tabernacle. In 1947, he established the Bethel Bible Institute and launched a full Gospel hour radio broadcast. Additionally, he founded the Bethel G.T. Federal Credit Union. His dedication and leadership led to his elevation to the office of Bishop in the United Pentecostal Council of the Assemblies of God Inc. He served in various capacities, including Eastern District Bishop and National Bishop, before being honored as Bishop Emeritus of the District and National Councils.