Holman United Methodist Church launches the Circle of Care Cancer Support Group for men on February 20, at 9:30 a.m., at 3320 West Adams Blvd., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Kelvin Sauls. Freddie Muse, Jr., and the Men’s Cancer Network, Inc. co-sponsor the forum, which will be held every third Saturday. For information, call (323) 731-7285.
Faithful Central Bible Church sponsors “Life Without Limits,” a women’s conference, on February 20, at 9 a.m., at The Living Room, 400 W. Florence, in Inglewood. First Lady Togetta Ulmer is the host and Pat Ashley, an evangelist and author, is the guest speaker. Admission is free. To learn more, call (310) 330-8000, ext. 3290.
The Liberty Church presents “Straight Outta Nazareth,” a new sermon series by Pastor David Cross on February 21 and 28, at 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m., at 14725 S. Gramercy Pl., in Gardena. The series will detail Black people and nations in the Bible as well as biblical ancestors that God destined for greatness. Also, copies of Pastor Cross’ book, “30 Overcoming Thoughts to Start Your Day,” will be available. Call (310) 715-8400 for information.
True Friendship Missionary Baptist Church salutes Pastor James and Lady Evelyn Perkins on February 26, at 7 p.m., and February 28, at 8 a.m., 10:45 a.m., and 3 p.m., at 7901 S. Van Ness Ave., in Inglewood. The theme is “Who is Worthy of Double Honor,” based on I Timothy 5:17-18. Several guests will participate. For information, call (323) 750-7304.
Word of Life Christian Bookstores sponsors the 2016 Vacation Bible School Preview on February 27, at 9:30 a.m., at Greater New Bethel Baptist Church, 601 E. 99th St., in Inglewood. Standard Publishing and Urban Ministries will give presentations. Admission is free. For details, call (323) 295-8223 or (323) 758-2733.
Second Baptist Church welcomes the Rev. Al Sharpton, on February 28, at 8 a.m., at 7 p.m., at 2412 S. Griffith Ave., in Los Angeles, said Pastor William S. Epps. The Rev. Sharpton is president of the National Action Network and MSNBC host. Call the church office at (213) 748-0318 for information.
All Saints Church hosts the film, “White Like Me: Race, Racism and White Privilege in America” on February 28, at 1 p.m., at 132 N. Euclid Ave., in Pasadena. Christians Offering Love to Overcome Racism in Society (COLORS) sponsors the event. Time Wise is the guest speaker. The donation is $5. Light refreshments will be served. Childcare will be provided with 48 hours advance notice by calling (626) 583-2781. Call (323) 972-9809 for details.
Western Baptist State Convention plans its 126th Annual Mid-Winter Board Meeting on March 5-10, at Village Missionary Baptist Church, 1521 E. 111st St., in Los Angeles. The Rev. Dr. J. Benjamin Hardwick is WBSC president and the Rev. W. Charles Harris, Jr., is the host pastor. For the schedule of events, call (323) 750-1033.
Pleasant Hill Baptist Church holds its Annual Pac-A-Pew Service on March 13, at 3:30 p.m., at 2009 W. Martin Luther King Blvd., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Sylvester Washington. The Senior, Male and Youth Choirs sponsor the event. To learn more, call (323) 293-6448.
