Bethlehem Temple Missionary Baptist Church presents “Playtime is Out, Prayer Time is In” on July 22, at 7:30 p.m., at 5404 S. Avalon Blvd., in Los Angeles, said Pastor W.E. Page. Prophetess Temika Hendricks, Apostle Angela Roberson and Minister in Music J. Burton will host. Speakers include Ministers Brian Hilt and Patrick Freeman and Prophetess Jennette Anderson.
Greater Zion Church Family plans a Unity Run/Walk and Health Fair on July 23, at 8 a.m., at 2408 N. Wilmington Ave., in Compton, said Pastor Michael J. Fisher. Clergy, community leaders, law enforcement agencies and local businesses will participate. For information or to register, visit gzcf.us.
Faith Church holds the Praise Fest Benefit Concert on July 23, at 6:30 p.m., at 9239 Utica Ave., in Rancho Cucamonga, said Pastor Dennis West. Performers include William Murphy III, Todd Dulaney, Nia Allen, Boise Allen, Stephanie Martin, Praise 11 and Beto. Advance tickets are $35 for concert and VIP reception and $25 for the concert only. For tickets, call (909) 989-7136 or visit denniswest.org.
Praises of Zion Baptist Church hosts “His Majesty Reigns Forever” concert on July 24, at 4 p.m., at 8222 S. San Pedro St., in Los Angeles, said Pastor J. Benjamin Hardwick. The Praise city Mass Choir sponsors the event. Guests include the Kilgore Singers, Men of Vision, The Just and the New Vision City Choir.
Perfect Peace Bible Church celebrates the 13th anniversary of Pastor C.L. and First Lady Geraldine Ashley on July 24, at 4 p.m., at 11151-53 S. Broadway in Los Angeles. The guest preacher will be Superintendent Leon Prude of the Fountain of Love Church of God in Christ. To learn more, call (323) 412-3979.
Harvest Time Apostolic Church sponsors the Sunday Night Surge on July 24, at 5 p.m., at 10022 S. Broadway St., in Los Angeles, said Bishop Raiji Gaines, pastor. Apostle Veronica Moore will preach. For details, call (888) 294-7708, ext.1.
Western Baptist State Convention plans its 126th Annual Session on August 6-11, at Pilgrim Progressive Baptist Church, 4995 A St., in San Diego. The Rev. Dr. J. Benjamin Hardwick, pastor of Praises of Zion Baptist Church in Los Angeles, is WBSC president and the Rev. Dr. Joseph Foxworth is the host pastor and WBSC executive secretary. For the schedule of events, call (323) 750-1033.
Bethany Prayer Temple holds Annual Community Day on August 13, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 612 W. 95th Street in Los Angeles, said Elder A. Lancaster, pastor. Free clothing, shoes, toys and health screenings will be available. To learn more, call Bernie Edwards at (310) 714-5168.
Pleasant Hill Baptist Church sponsors Hallelujahfest 2016 on August 14 at 4 p.m., at 2009 West Martin Luther King Boulevard in Los Angeles, said Pastor Sylvester Washington. The theme is “Let Everything That Hath Breath, Praise the Lord” based on Psalm 150. Guests preachers include Pastors Darryl Beard, Torrey Collins, Marvin Dean, Gharah Degeddingseze, Lester Heath, E.R. Lane, Roderick Walker and Johnnie Youngblood. Call (323) 293-6448 for information.
