Former CCC First Lady, Dr. Betty Price, welcomed Apostle Crawford home, referring to her as a “spiritual daughter” of the church; someone whose brilliance and God-given gifts fostered a thriving women’s ministry at CCC (Crawford was ordained at the church in 1980).
Spiritual leaders of every area of ministry are invited to attend the 26th Annual L.A.M.P.S.(Leaders, Apostolic, Mentoring, Prophetic, Seminars) International Conference. The virtual event takes place starts on Sunday, October 17, and continues through Wednesday, October 20. This year’s theme is, “One Nation Under God: The Gathering” based on Revelation 21:24 and Psalm 46:10. The conference donation is $20. “During these perilous times full of danger or risk that we are living in, this seminar will help you be more effective in your calling for the purpose of multiplying strong churches, business, and marketplace ministries around the world,” said Apostle Beverly “Bam” Crawford,
Strategies to empower and improve the lives of females will be offered at 8th Annual Women’s Empowerment Conference set for Thursday, May 30 through Saturday, June 1, 2019 at the Doubletree Hilton South Bay in Torrance. The three-day event, sponsored by The Company International, will be hosted by Apostle Beverly “Bam” Crawford, TCI founder/president and pastor of Bible Enrichment Fellowship International in Inglewood, and Gabrianna Crawford, TCI vice president who also performs as the artist, Punky G. The conference theme, “Accelerate…Change Your World,” highlights TCI’s mission of providing life navigation tools and resources to aid women in achieving their goals
St. John’s United Methodist Church holds a free workshop about trade careers on Oct. 20, at 10 a.m., at 1715 Santa Ana Blvd., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Larry Dozier. The session will outline the new workforce development initiative to train and certify individuals to become heating ventilation and air conditioning technicians, refrigeration mechanics and building maintenance engineers. To learn more, call (310) 502-8136 or visit technicalcareerdevelopment.com. Bible Enrichment Fellowship International Church hosts the “23rd Annual L.A.M.P.S. Conference” on Oct. 21-24, at 400 E. Kelso St., in Inglewood, said Dr. Beverly “Bam” Crawford, pastor. The theme is “Legacy – Apostolic
FAME Renaissance Center hosts the Faith Leaders Conference sponsored by Councilmember Marqueece Harris-Dawson on Oct. 18, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at 1968 W. Adams Blvd., in Los Angeles. The theme is “Making Religion Relevant.” The free event, which includes breakfast and lunch, will focus on building a collaborative of strong faith leaders to meet the needs of the South Los Angeles community. To RSVP, call Dr. D.C. Nosakhere Thomas at (888) 461-5558 or (213) 485-7616. Second Baptist Church sponsors Jazzy Fryday on Oct. 19, at 7 p.m., at 2412 Griffith Ave., in Los Angeles, said Pastor William S.
Faith Community Foursquare Church plans a prayer breakfast on Oct. 6, at 9 a.m., at Hometown Buffet, 3520 W. Carson St., in Torrance, said Pastor D.T. Paredes. The emphasis will be on praying for Black men. The donation is $25. Also, the church will hold four Pastor’s Appreciation Services on Oct. 21, and Oct. 28, at 10 a.m., and 3 p.m., at 5519 S. Avalon Blvd., in Los Angeles. To learn more, call (323) 432-2137 New Hope Baptist Church presents “The Maya in Me” play on Oct. 6, at 7 p.m., at 5200 S. Central Ave., in Los Angeles, said
Experience Christian Ministries presents “Out of the Box, But in the Word,” their 4th annual R&B concert, on Sept. 29, at 5 p.m., at 326 E. 47th Place in Los Angeles, said Pastor Shep Crawford. The event will showcase individuals and groups in the faith community singing R&B love songs. Performers include Pastor Michael Saunders of Beacon Light Baptist Church, Pastor Wayne Chaney and praise and worship leader Alex Arowora of Antioch Church of Long Beach, Sr., and Heirfore Laweta Crawford, director of the Greater Los Angeles Cathedral Choir. The ticket donation for the event is $15 in advance and $20 at
Brookins-Kirkland Community AME Church sponsors a revival on Sept. 20-21, at 7 p.m., at 3719 W. Slauson Ave., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Mary S. Minor. The revivalists are Pastor Darryl Walker of New Philadelphia AME Church and Pastor Roderick Walker of Tabernacle of Praise Baptist Church. The public is invited to attend. For details, call (323) 296-5610. Pilgrim’s Hope Bible Church plans the 55th Annual Women’s Day Service on Sept. 23, at 7016 S. Compton Ave., in Los Angeles, said Pastor T. Delbert Robinson. The L.O.V.E. (Ladies of Virtuous Essence) Ministry sponsors the event. The theme is “Kingdom Women
Lisa Collins’ 21st Annual First Ladies High Tea is always a classy affair! Debbie Allen was surprised when James Pickens, Jr. delivered a touching introduction and presented her with the Icon Award at the Beverly Hilton Hotel.
Wenonah Valentine – A Champion of Faith The L.A. Sentinel Religion section debuts “Champions of Faith,” a feature highlighting ordinary people inspired by their faith to make a difference in the community. In recognition of Women’s History Month, L.A. women will be showcased during the month of March. What is your name and what is your ministry or profession? Wenonah Valentine, founding director of iDREAM for Racial Health Equity, a project of Community Partners®. Through coaching and skill-building, I seek to guide “head and heart” professionals toward empowered action and decision-making to eliminate health disparities