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Local Ministries Plan Good Friday and Resurrection Day Services

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorApril 12, 2017

Several churches and organizations in the Los Angeles area will hold Good Friday and Easter Sunday worship services to commemorate the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The following list highlights the activities of some of the sponsoring ministries who invite the public to attend. People’s Independent Church of Christ Bishop Craig A. Worsham and his congregation will host Good Friday worship on April 14, at 12 p.m. The Rev. Dr. E.V. Hill II will preach. Also, services are set for 6:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m., on Resurrection Sunday. A fellowship breakfast will be held at 8 a.m.

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People’s Independent Hosts MLK Interfaith Prayer Breakfast

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorJanuary 12, 2017

In a salute to the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., People’s Independent Church of Christ (PICC) will sponsor its 2017 MLK Interfaith Prayer Breakfast on Saturday, Jan. 14, at 10:30 a.m. The event, coordinated by PICC’s Social Action Commission, will be held on the church’s campus located at 5856 West Blvd., in Los Angeles. The theme is “Illuminating the Dream to Transform Communities.” Pastor Shane Scott of Macedonia Baptist Church will be the guest speaker. “Believers of all faiths are invited to join us as we commemorate the birthday and vision of Dr. King,” said Bishop Craig Worsham, senior

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L.A. Churches Host Christmas, New Year’s Eve Services

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorDecember 21, 2016

Local churches and ministries throughout the Southland will host several activities to observe Christmas, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. People’s Independent Church of Christ will sponsor three events during the holiday season. All activities will take place on the church’s campus at 5856 West Blvd., in Los Angeles. According to Bishop Craig A. Worsham, senior pastor, the Willa Dooley Missionary Society will conduct their annual distribution to the homeless on Friday, Dec. 23. Hot meals, blankets and toiletries for more than 150 persons will be shared. One service will be held at 8 a.m., on Christmas Sunday, Dec.

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People’s Independent Hosts Men’s Annual Day

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorNovember 17, 2016

Aiming to prepare the next generation, the Samaritan Men’s Ministry of People’s Independent Church of Christ (PICC) will focus their Annual Day Worship on young African American males. The service is set for Sunday, November 20, at 8 a.m. and 11 a.m., at PICC, 5856 West Boulevard in Los Angeles. “This worship is also a salute to our Men’s Ministry. Under the leadership of Ashley Thomas III, they work together with men in the local community to mentor and encourage young black men who will be our next judges, educators, elected officials and leaders,” said Bishop Craig A. Worsham, senior

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People’s Independent Church of Christ Marks 101 Years

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorSeptember 29, 2016

With rejoicing and excitement, Bishop Craig A. Worsham and the members of People’s Independent Church of Christ are planning four days of events to mark their 101st anniversary. The theme is “ Our Church: Growing Stronger, Growing Deeper, Reaching Higher” based on Isaiah 40:31. “We are excited about the Lord allowing us to serve the greater Los Angeles Community by making the Word of God become flesh by providing tangible programs to minister the needs of both members and community,” said Bishop Worsham, senior pastor. The celebration kicks-off with the Anniversary Prayer Breakfast on Saturday, October 8, at 10:30 a.m.,

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People’s Independent Celebrates Women of Faith

Cora Jackson-Fossett (Religion Editor)May 19, 2016

Bishop Craig Worsham and the members of People’s Independent Church of Christ (PICC) celebrate “The Women of Faith Empowerment Weekend” with three events on their campus located at 5856 West Blvd., in Los Angeles. “We invite the community-at-large to fellowship with us the entire weekend and hear the word of God expounded by three dynamic women of God,” said Bishop Worsham, senior pastor. “You will be inspired, encouraged and equipped to live victoriously in the Lord.” Activities kick-off with the Marry Virginia Green Annual Prayer Breakfast on Saturday, May 28, at 10 a.m. The ticket donation is $17. Dr. Gloria

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People’s Independent Presents Annual Spring Concert

Cora Jackson-Fossett (Religion Editor)April 7, 2016

The Cathedral Choir of People’s Independent Church of Christ (PICC) presents its Annual Spring Concert on Sunday, April 10, at 4 p.m., in the edifice located at 5856 West Blvd., in Los Angeles. Minister Myrna Rochelle directs the historic choir, which was established in 1915. According to Bishop Craig A. Worsham, senior pastor, the group is one of PICC’s four Sunday morning choirs, all led by Minister of Music Gwendolyn Hale. “The greater Los Angeles community is welcome to attend this spirit-filled program featuring the talented members of the Cathedral Choir,” said Bishop Worsham. “You are sure to experience the

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People’s Independent plans holiday events

Cora Jackson-Fossett (Religion Editor)December 9, 2015

Three events will take place at People’s Independent Church of Christ to celebrate Christmas and New Year’s Eve. All events will be held in the sanctuary located at 5856 West Blvd., in Los Angeles. According to Bishop Craig A. Worsham, senior pastor, activities will kick-off with “Celebrate Jesus – A Holiday Musical,” on Sunday, December 13, at 5 p.m. “Your entire family will enjoy this musical program featuring our praise and worship leader, Shari Demby. Also, our special guests will be the Rev. Quincy Fielding and the Los Angeles Gospel Messengers,” said Bishop Worsham. On Wednesday, December 23, the Christmas Candlelight

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People’s Independent Church Gives Back to Community

October 14, 2015

People’s Independent Church of Christ’s (PICC) history of community service will highlight their 100th anniversary service set for Sunday, October 18, at 4 p.m. The celebration, which takes place in their edifice located at 5856 West Boulevard in Los Angeles, will feature financial donations to St. Jude Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles and the Special Needs Network, a nonprofit headed by Areva Martin that focuses on raising awareness about autism as well as people with disabilities. Joining the celebration will Pastor Michael J. Fisher and members of Greater Zion Church Family. Also, the Gospel Music Workshop of America (GMWA) – L.A.

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People’s Independent Celebrates 100th Year

October 1, 2015

Rejoicing is in the air as People’s Independent Church of Christ prepares to celebrate a century of Christian and community service with a series of events this month. Kicking-off the activities will be Friends and Family Day on Sunday, October 4, at the 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. worship services, in the sanctuary at 5858 West Blvd., in Los Angeles, said Bishop Craig A. Worsham, senior pastor. “We invite the greater Los Angeles community at this powerful worship experience. Our goal is to strengthen families and friends through unity, growth, fellowship and sharing,” said Worsham. The Centennial Gala will be