Crenshaw Christian Center plans its Christmas worship on Dec. 24, at 6 p.m., at 7901 S. Vermont Ave., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Fred Price. No services will be held on Dec. 25. The New Year’s worship will be held on Dec. 31, at 9:30 p.m. No services will be held on Jan. 1. To learn more, call (323) 758-3777.
Crenshaw United Methodist Church plans several holiday services at 3740 Don Felipe Dr., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Royce Porter. On Dec. 24, at 7 p.m., the Christmas Eve Candlelight Communion Service takes place. On Dec. 25, at 10 a.m., Christmas Worship is planned. On Dec. 31, at 7 p.m., New Year’s Eve Watch Service will be held. To learn more, call (323) 292-0141.
Faithful Central Bible Church presents “The Original Praise Party” on Dec. 31, at 6 p.m. and 10 p.m., at The Tabernacle, 321 N. Eucalyptus, in Inglewood, said Bishop Kenneth C. Ulmer, pastor. The theme is “Serve With Gladness – Make Some Noise” based on Psalm 100. Bishop Ulmer will preach and Anthony Brown and Group Therapy will perform.
Ward AME Church hosts Dr. Umar Johnson on Jan. 7, at 5 p.m., at 1177 W. 25th St., in Los Angeles, said Pastor John E. Cager III. Johnson will discuss the school-to-prison pipeline. For details, please contact LaShonda Johnson at (562) 686-4270.
Carson Community Deliverance Center Church holds a Women’s Prayer Service on Jan. 14, at 10 a.m., at 555 E. 220th St., in Carson. The public is invited to attend for worship and prayer. For information, call (310) 835-7905.
Gardena Valley & Vicinity Ministers’ Wives & Ministers’ Widows presents the Sisterhood Connection 17th Annual Founder’s Day Celebration “White Diamond Concert” on Jan. 14, at 12 p.m., at St. Bernadette Church, 3825 Don Felipe Drive in Los Angeles. The free event honors Dr. Kathye D. Jenkins, founder of the Sisterhood Connection. Local pastors, ministers and first ladies will be perform. To RSVP, call (323) 620-5415.