100 Wise Women: Rev. Dr. Jamesetta Ferguson

Transformational faith and community leader advancing empowerment, service, and neighborhood revitalization

Rev. Dr. Jamesetta Ferguson is a transformational faith and community leader whose work bridges spiritual leadership, economic development, and neighborhood revitalization. Since 2007, she has served as Senior Pastor of St. Peter’s United Church of Christ in Louisville, where she is known for empowering individuals, mentoring future leaders, and strengthening community connections.

In 2011, Dr. Ferguson founded the MOLO Village Community Development Corporation, leading efforts that resulted in the opening of a 30,000-square-foot mixed-use facility in Louisville’s Russell neighborhood. The project provides essential services, supports economic growth, and reflects her belief that leadership must be rooted in action and service.

A proud graduate of Bingham Fellows (2014), Dr. Ferguson brings a systems-level perspective grounded in collaboration, equity, and long-term impact. At this event, she will share insights from her leadership journey before participants engage in facilitated table conversations