Dr. Judith Christie McAllister, affectionately known in the African American church and around the world as “The Queen of Praise & Worship,” recently celebrated her 60th birthday, over 40 years in music ministry, and the release of her newest book, “Mom & Pop.” M.O.M. is an acronym for minister of music, and P.O.P. is an acronym for pastor of the people.
Here are some of the newsworthy stories in the Religion section in 2023.
Funk music legend, Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Bootsy Collins and his wife, Patti Collins – president of the Bootsy Collins Foundation, are bringing their “Funk Not Fight Rally 4 Peace” to the West Coast, on Friday, Dec. 30, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Victory Outreach Ministries Compton, 4205 East Alondra Blvd, in Compton.
One of the greatest gifts this festive season, is pursuing and practicing “the peace of God which passes all understanding.” Reach for it! Be it! Realize it! Become it!
Free gifts, food, fellowship and fun were open to all at “The Christmas Experience” held in the parking lot of West Angeles Cathedral on Saturday, Dec. 16.
Bishop Sherman A. Gordon and the congregation of the Family of Faith Christian Center (FOFCC) hosted its monthly Giveaway and Annual Toy Drive for the North Long Beach community and surrounding areas simultaneously on Saturday, Dec. 16.
Historically in America, African American churches have been a long-standing source of safety, strength, and support for the African American community, in modern times, especially during the Civil Rights Movement. To date, African American churches have been underutilized as an important and essential partner for improving the health and wellbeing in the Black community.
In a commanding show of support to children and teens housed at Union Rescue Mission’s (URM) community villages, Crenshaw Christian Center (CCC) congregants mobilized to give to those navigating a challenging life moment.
A powerful display of unity unfolded on Monday, Dec. 11, as more than 200 community members from South Central Los Angeles and clergy leaders from across Southern California united for “Prayers for the Ninth,” an evening dedicated to showing solidarity for LA City Councilmember Curren Price.
We must unleash our moral might, be unafraid to elevate humanity and unapologetically advocate for equitable belonging for all the children of Abraham.
On Monday, Dec. 4, clergy from near and far came together for breakfast at Praises of Zion Baptist Church in support of the Rev. Dr. Boise Kimber, a candidate for the presidency of the National Baptist Convention of USA Inc.
On Tuesday, November 14, the launch of the learning hub dedicated to pastors and lay leaders, hosted by Bishop T.D. Jakes, the “Let’s Talk: Faith & Mental Health” conversation was a collaboration with the Ad Council, Huntsman Mental Health Institute, and Values Partnerships.
Crenshaw Christian Center (CCC) officially concluded its year-long 50th anniversary celebration with a decidedly Ecclesiastic service that prompted laughter and weeping, mourning and singing, soulful reflection and rhapsodic anticipation of a bright future. As apropos for a legacy celebration, Sunday’s service honored CCC’s pioneering founder, the late Apostle Frederick K.C. Price.
Lewis Metropolitan CME Church will celebrate the Family and Friends Day with two worship services on Sunday, Dec. 3, in the edifice located at 4900 S. Western Avenue in Los Angeles.
Pastor S.T. Williams and the members of St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church, located in the West Adams district of Los Angeles, hosted a health forum on the impact of autism on the African American community on Oct. 29.