The recent killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officers reminded me of the long history of racism in America and why African Americans must continuously seek justice as demonstrated by the Black Lives Matter campaign.
Deacon Mark A. Rice (File photo) It’s that time again for the annual Christmas Concert at Transfiguration Catholic Church, 2515 W. Martin Luther King Blvd., in Los Angeles. The musical event takes place on Sunday, Dec. 16, at 7 p.m. The theme is “God’s Gift of Grace: the Baby Jesus.” “Our theme was taken from the exceptionally, beautiful gospel song, ‘I Know Something About God’s Grace.’ Our program will emphasize the urgent need of God’s grace through His love for mankind despite the troubles and unrest that the world is presently experiencing,” said Oscar Pratt, choir conductor. “With all of
Transfiguration Catholic School held a grand opening on Aug. 16, to show off the newly renovated campus and a big crowd came out for the occasion. Thanks to a major donation by Shea Family Charities, the school now boasts new doors, windows and floors. Also, a new playground and benches will be installed soon. “It was so rewarding and such a blessing to see this project come to fruition,” said Principal Evelyn Rickenbacker, the chief administrator of the 225-student body. She also expressed appreciation to the faculty, parents and the Transfiguration Church congregation for their support and fundraisers. Church member
The attractive Florence-Firestone community in unincorporated South Los Angeles has changed dramatically over the years, according to the new book, “A Paseo Through Time in Florence-Firestone,” which offers historical background tied to the area’s progression. Author Jeannene Przyblyski uses colorful maps, captivating photos, and descriptive text to reveal the background and current status of Florence-Firestone. Looking as far back as the 1950s, the book – written in English and Spanish – covers the community’s evolution from gangs and drug dealings to its present residential and major commercial-enterprise area. The community’s demographics has changed from all White to all African Americans
Looking forward to in the Transfiguration Catholic Church, located at 2515 W. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive in Los Angeles, will provide an occasion of complete and solid enjoyment, at its Annual Christmas Concert on Sunday, December 17, at 7:00 pm.. “A great musical ensemble and strings will accompany the singing of traditional and newly composed Christmas songs properly emphasize this year’s theme, ‘Baby Jesus: The God of All Gods,’” said Oscar Pratt, the choir conductor and director. “This year’s concert will be inclusive of several decades that the choir has successfully presented excellent performances, which included such talents as the
Many guests awaited the arrival of Emma Bradley, first lady of the General Assembly of the Church of the Living God, in the church’s reception hall to surprise her at a dinner birthday party, and they were not disappointed when she appeared in total shock. The event was planned by her family members and her husband, Elder Samuel T. Bradley, who is the pastor of the church. “I was totally surprised and delighted to see so many of my wonderful relatives and church friends, especially when I thought I was attending another affair secretly arranged by a couple of my
“Singing Glory Be to Jesus” is this year’s fundraiser theme for the Transfiguration Catholic Church’s Annual Christmas Concert set for Sunday, December 18, at 7 p.m., in the edifice located at 2515 West Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd in Los Angeles. Choir Director Oscar Pratt described this year’s event as an inspiration for Christians. “Through our music,” he said, “We want to please people with our renditions. It is to bring the joy and peace of Christmas to ourselves and all whom we touch. We are doing our part to make the world more loveable. This is the message our