Pastor Sherman D. Manning, founder of Yes We Can Worship Center (YWCWC), and the Baptist Ministers Conference of Los Angeles under the leadership of Pastor K.W. Tullos have called a National Homeless Prayer Vigil for L.A. Mayor Karen Bass. The vigil will be held on Friday, February 3, at 7 p.m., at YWCWC, 10306 Avalon Blvd. in Los Angeles.
The California Black Women’s Collective united with faith leaders throughout the state to recognize the achievements of U.S. Congresswomen Karen Bass and Barbara Lee. More than 200 people logged-in on International Women’s Day, March 8, to pay tribute to the political trailblazers. The virtual event, billed as “A Conversation with Black Clergy and Faith Leaders,” was co-sponsored by the Baptist Ministers Conference of L.A. and Southern California (BMC), Southern Christian Leadership Conference of Southern California (SCLC-SC), the AME Church and Allen Temple Baptist Church. The program also focused on strategies to secure the former senatorial seat of U.S. Vice President
The Rev. K.W. Tulloss, president of the Baptist Ministers Conference of Southern California, assembled a protest on June 2, to honor the life of George Floyd, an African American man who was murdered on May 25, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Clergy from throughout the Los Angeles community participated to demonstrate solidarity and demand justice for George Floyd. “It is not enough to remain silent. It is the responsibility of the church to shine light on dark situations. Now is the time for leaders of faith to voice our concerns in the spirit of our beliefs,” Tulloss stated. L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti
Union Rescue Mission holds a groundbreaking ceremony for Angeles House on Feb. 28, at 11 a.m., at 13200 Avalon Blvd., in Los Angeles, said Rev. Andy Bales, CEO. The new bridge facility will provide housing for 86 families when completed. For details, call Kitty Davis-Walker at (213) 673-4585 or (213) 507-5562. First United Methodist Church of Compton has fish dinners available every Friday, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., at 1025 S. Long Beach Blvd., in Compton, said Pastor Arnetha Inge. The United Methodist Men sponsors the event. A choice of catfish or red snapper is offered, along with side
Several ministries and individuals headlined the news in the faith community during 2019. The following highlights some of the most popular stories in the L.A. Sentinel Religion section. Tulloss Heads Baptist Ministers Conference – The Baptist Ministers Conference (BMC) of Los Angeles and Southern California elected the Rev. K.W. Tulloss as president on Jan. 14. The pastor of Weller Street Missionary Baptist Church in Los Angeles, Tulloss most recently served as a vice president of the 100-year-old organization. “The conference will continue to serve as a preparation institute that will focus on building the capacity of pastors and ministers. We
Greater Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church plans the 16th Annual Women’s Conference on March 10, at 9 a.m., at 5300 South Denker Avenue in Los Angeles, said Pastor DeNon Porter. The theme is “Christian Women: Trusting in God and Bound Together by His Love” based on are 1Peter 5:1-11. On March 11, at 8 a.m. and 11 a.m., the Women’s Chorus will sing and at 3:30 p.m., the Annual Women’s Musical will be held. Rosalind Maye Higgins is the guest soloist. For information, call (323) 759-4996. Carson Community Deliverance Center Church holds a Women’s Prayer Service on March 10, at 10 a.m.,
Pilgrim’s Hope Bible Church presents a New Horizon Wellness Presentation on March 3, at 12 noon, at 7016 S. Compton Ave., said Dr. T. Delbert Robinson, senior pastor/teacher. Dr. Debra B. Morton will share strategies to help achieve a positive impact in the areas of nutrition, personal care, spiritual wholeness and more! For information, call (323) 581-7672. Baptist Ministers Conference of L.A. and Southern California meet on March 5, at 11 a.m., at Mount Moriah Baptist Church, 4269 S. Figueroa Street in Los Angeles, said the Rev. Xavier Thompson, BMCLA president. The Rev. Johnteris Tate is the host pastor. Pastor
Your calling isn’t just a career path . . . it’s a calling from heaven! Even though our society admires exceptional achievements and inspiring success stories, we ought to value the right things. The most important aspect of our leadership journey isn’t necessarily how much we accomplish for God, but who we are becoming. As we strive to achieve our goals, we must remember these fundamental principles: * Heart attitude matters. Ultimately, leadership is an issue of the heart. As Proverbs 4:23 says, “Keep your heart with all diligence for out of it spring the issues of life.” The heart
Musicians in Action hold the Iron Sharpens Iron Music Ministry Summit on Jan. 27 at 6:45 p.m., and Jan. 28 at 8:15 a.m., at People’s Independent Church of Christ, 5856 West Blvd., in Los Angeles. Workshops include Choir Decorum, Vocal Training and the Purpose of a Church Choir. To register, call (323) 777-3213. Brookins-Kirkland Community AME Church observes Installation Sunday on Jan. 28, at 9 a.m., at 3719 W. Slauson Ave., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Mary S. Minor. Church officers and auxiliary leaders will be installed. The public is invited to attend. To learn more, call (323) 296-5610. City
The victims of Hurricanes Harvey will receive more financial support, thanks to the efforts of six L.A.-area Baptist organizations. The leaders of the Baptist Ministers Conference of Los Angeles and Southern California (BMC), Western Baptist State Convention (WBSC), California Missionary Baptist State Convention (CMBSC), California Baptist State Convention (CBSC), Progressive Baptist State Convention (PBSC), and Full Gospel Church Fellowship Southern California (FGBCF) are uniting to present “Baptists 4 Hurricane Harvey Relief Sunday” on Sept. 24, at 7 p.m., at Praises of Zion Baptist, 8222 S. San Pedro St., in Los Angeles. Each group will combine the offerings collected by member
The historic flooding caused by Hurricane Harvey galvanized the Los Angeles faith community into action with multiple efforts underway to assist hundreds of thousands in Houston, Texas and surrounding areas. The various donation drives, conducted by denominational and independent ministries, urge L.A. residents to contribute bottled water, toiletries, cleaning supplies and other items to help victims rebound from the wide-ranging destruction. Agape Church of Los Angeles Calling their effort “Houston: We Are Standing With You,” Agape L.A. will accept donations on Friday, Sept. 8, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at the corporate office located at 4602 Crenshaw Blvd.,
Rev. Dr. Richard Sanders (left), CEO of the Mozell Sanders Thanksgiving Dinner West Coast, Inc., accepts a $40,000 check from the Rev. Dr. J. Benjamin Hardwick (center) on behalf of the Western Baptist State Convention. Looking on is the Rev. Xavier Thompson, president of the Baptist Ministers Conference of L.A. and Southern California. Sanders, who helps many people through the organization founded by his father, said the donation will help feed 10,000 people during the Thanksgiving holiday.