The word "foursquare" is a vintage term that the dictionary defines as: solid, firm, balanced, forthright, straightforward, and honest. The International Church of the Foursquare Gospel was founded on January 1st, 1923, by an evangelist named Aimee Semple McPherson. Sister Aimee was known for holding tent revivals across the country, and for being used by God to heal extraordinary numbers of people. As a denomination, we are dedicated to preaching the forthright and balanced message of Jesus Christ around the world! Each of the four "squares" of our logo represent an integral aspect of the Gospel of Jesus, and together, they form the foundation of our beliefs: