KRST Unity Center of Afrakan Spirituality welcomes Maaxeru Tep, author of “The Dangerous System of Social Integration” on Nov. 23, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., at 7825 S. Western Ave., in Los Angeles. The donation is $20. On Nov. 24, at 3 p.m., Runoko Rashidi and Enoch Hankerson will present “Black Man of the Nile: Kings of Kmt and Kush” using artwork and images to discuss the African presence in the Nile Valley. The donation is $10. KRST Unity will also sponsor a trip to the Kemetic Museum in San Jose, CA, on Nov. 29 to Dec. 1. To learn more about all events, call (323) 759-7567.
St. Philip the Evangelist Episcopal Church marks their 112th anniversary on Nov. 24, from 9:45 a.m. to 11 a.m., at 2800 Stanford Ave. in Los Angeles, said the Rev. Dr. Glenn M. Libby, priest-in-charge. A celebratory anniversary luncheon, featuring a jazz band, Mexican guitar music and inspirational speakers, begins at 12:30 p.m. in the Canon LaRue E. Shepard Hall of the Parish House. The donation is $40. For tickets to the event and information about this service and other services, call (323) 232-3494.
Salvation Army Compton Corps presents musician and composer Charles Barnes in concert on Nov. 25, at 5 p.m., at 736 E. Compton Blvd., in Compton. He just released a new CD, “You’re So Good Thank You Lord.” On Dec. 29, at 10 a.m., he will appear at First United Methodist Church of Compton, 1025 S. Long Beach Blvd., in Compton. For information, email [email protected].
Miracle Temple Church of God Pentecostal host their annual Community Christmas Luncheon on Dec. 21, at 1 p.m., at 109 W. Buckthorn St., in Inglewood, said Bishop Johnny Young, senior pastor. The event will be held in the fellowship hall and is open to the public.
Brookins-Kirkland Community AME Church plans Christmas Musical on on Dec. 21, at 3 p.m., at 3719 W. Slauson Ave., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Mary S. Minor. The Music Ministry sponsors the event. On Dec. 22, at 7:45 p.m., an intergenerational Christmas program will be held in the sanctuary, followed by Christmas worship at 9 a,m. The public is invited to attend. To learn more, call (323) 296-5610.