Call 2 Worship

Call 2 Worship – January 24

Holman United Methodist Church hosts a nonviolence workshop with Rev. James Lawson on Jan. 26, at 9 a.m., at 3320 W. Adams Blvd., in Los Angeles. The session will share nonviolent strategies to effect social change. Refreshments will be served. Call (323) 731-7285 for details. Pilgrim’s Hope Bible Church observes its 56th anniversary on Jan. 27, at 10 a.m., at 7016 S. Compton Ave. in, Los Angeles, said Pastor T. Delbert Robinson. The theme is “Unless the Lord Builds A House” based on Psalm 127:1. The Rev. Dr. Melvin V. Wade, pastor emeritus of Mount Moriah Baptist Church, will be

Call 2 Worship – January 17

Greater Emmanuel Temple continues the Central California District Council’s Leadership Conference though Jan. 19, at 3740 E. Imperial Highway in Lynwood. Participants include Bishop T. Douglas, Sr., Suffragan Bishops Vanessa Ussery and David Rhone, Dr. Byron Brazier and Dr. Rickey Allman. Visit centralcdc.org for details. COGIC First Jurisdiction Department of Women plans “Unveiling Vision 20/20” on Jan. 19, at 9 a.m., at Emmanuel Church of God in Christ, 1399 E. 33rd St., in Los Angeles. Speakers and workshops will focus on the theme, “God’s Unlimited Power Unleashed in the Lives of Women@Work” based on Ephesians 1:18-19. Bishop Joe Ealy is

Call 2 Worship – January 10

Miracle Temple Church of God Pentecostal continues its 2019 Revival on Jan. 10-11, at 7 p.m., at 109 W. Buckthorn St., in Inglewood, said Senior Bishop Johnny Young, pastor, and Dr. Brenda Young, first lady. The revivalists are Elder Magellan Harris and Bishop-elect Jonathan Young. Call (310) 419-7335 for details. Carson Community Deliverance Center Church holds a Women’s Prayer Service on Jan. 12, at 10 a.m., at 555 E. 220th St., in Carson.  The public is invited to attend for worship and prayer.  For information, call (310) 835-7905. Greater Emmanuel Temple hosts the Central California District Council’s Leadership Conference on Jan.

Call 2 Worship – January 3

King Day Celebration 27th Anniversary takes place Jan. 5, at 11 a.m., at the King monument in the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Shopping Center, 103rd and Compton Ave., in Los Angeles. The theme is “Going Forward With the Dream.” The free program includes music and refreshments. To learn more, call (323) 566-5286. Carson Community Deliverance Center Church holds a Women’s Prayer Service on Jan. 12, at 10 a.m., at 555 E. 220th St., in Carson.  The public is invited to attend for worship and prayer.  For information, call (310) 835-7905. Greater Emmanuel Temple hosts the Central California District Council’s Leadership

Call 2 Worship – December 27

  First AME Church welcomes the famous Florida A&M University’s Marching “100” on Dec. 30, at 8:15 a.m., at 2270 S. Harvard Blvd., in Los Angeles, said Pastor J. Edgar Boyd. The public is invited to attend the band’s performance as well as the FAME worship service, which start at 7:45 a.m. The band will also appear in the Rose Parade on Jan. 1. To learn more, call (323) 735-1251. West Angeles Church of God in Christ holds New Year’s service on Dec. 30 at 9:30 a.m., where Earvin “Magic” Johnson will speak; and Watch Night Service on Dec. 31,

Call 2 Worship – December 20

Truth and Love Christian Church plans “A Christmas Miracle” on Dec. 21, at 7:30 p.m., at 1129 E. Dominguez St., Suite B, in Carson, said Pastor Walter Tucker III. The program will feature music, songs and a short Christmas play. To learn more, call (310) 635-3550. Brookins-Kirkland AME Church sponsors a Christmas Program on Dec. 23, at 8 a.m., at 3719 W. Slauson Ave., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Mary S. Minor. The Christmas Day worship starts at 9 a.m. For information, call (323) 296-5610. West Angeles Church of God in Christ, led by COGIC Presiding Bishop Charles E. Blake,

Call 2 Worship – December 13

Trinity Baptist Church plans its 11th annual Homeless Blanket Drive on Dec. 15, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., in their garage parking lot at 2040 W. Jefferson Blvd., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Alvin Tunstill and homeless activist Brian Ferguson. Donations of new full, queen or king size blankets and pillows will be collected. On Dec. 16, at 3 p.m., a Christmas celebration takes place with the Mass Choir and friends. Call (323) 735-0044 for information. Second AME Church hosts a “Christmas Festival of Music and the Arts” on Dec. 16, at 3 p.m., at 5500 Hoover St., in

Call 2 Worship – December 6

  Crenshaw United Methodist Church plans “Holiday Family Movie Night” on Dec. 7, at 6 p.m., at 3740 Don Felipe Dr., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Royce Porter. Also, Christmas Worship takes place on Dec. 23, at 10:30 a.m., followed by a holiday meal. For information, call (323) 292-0141. Carson Community Deliverance Center Church holds a Women’s Prayer Service on Dec. 8, at 10 a.m., at 555 E. 220th St., in Carson.  The public is invited to attend for worship and prayer.  For information, call (310) 835-7905. The Guibord Center presents “Holy Days of Light: Roots of Hanukkah and Christmas” on Dec.

Call 2 Worship – November 29

Crenshaw United Methodist Church hosts a “Tree Lighting and Community Sing-Along” on Nov. 30, at 7 p.m., at 3740 Don Felipe Dr., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Royce Porter. Also, “Holiday Family Movie Night takes place on Dec. 7 at 6 p.m., and Christmas Worship will be held on Dec. 23, at 10:30 a.m., followed a holiday breakfast. For information, call (323) 292-0141. Fannie Lee Hamer Institute plans the 63rd commemoration of the arrest of civil rights icon Rosa Parks on Dec. 1, at 1 p.m., at the Justice Center in Leimert Park, 3343 W. 43rd St., in Los Angeles. Parks’

Call 2 Worship – November 22

Pleasant Hill Baptist Church will hold Thanksgiving Worship on Nov. 22, from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., at 2009 W. Martin Luther King Blvd., said Bishop Sylvester Washington, pastor. To learn more, call (323) 293-6448. Covered California 2019 Enrollment Event takes place Nov. 26, at 6 p.m., at Vermont Slauson Economic Development Corporation, 1130 W. Slauson Ave., in Los Angeles. A certified agent will explain medical and dental insurance plans for individuals and businesses. To register, call Leslie Elliott at (323) 789-4515. Word of Life Christian Bookstore hosts author Tierra Burns on Nov. 30, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.,

Call 2 Worship – November 15

West Angeles Performing Arts Theatre hosts “The Clean Komedy Explosion” on Nov. 17, at 7:30 p.m., at 3020 S. Crenshaw Blvd., in Los Angeles. The advance ticket donation is $12 for adults, $10 for seniors, $5 for youth ages 12-to-17, and $5 for children ages 11 and below. All tickets are $20 at the door. Call the box office at (323) 733-8707 for information. Crenshaw United Methodist Church hosts “2018 Homecoming – All In – Part Deux – A Motown Affair” on Nov. 17, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., at 3740 Don Felipe dr., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Royce

Call 2 Worship – November 8

Carson Community Deliverance Center Church holds a Women’s Prayer Service on Nov. 10, at 10 a.m., at 555 E. 220th St., in Carson.  The public is invited to attend for worship and prayer.  For information, call (310) 835-7905. Regina Napper Honors Committee and New Generation Christian Community Fellowship, in collaboration with 30+ mayors, sponsor the 2018 Making a Difference Awards on Nov. 10, at 11 a.m., at Faithful Central Bible Church, 400 W. Florence Ave., in Inglewood. Several unsung heroes will be recognized for their exemplary service to those in need. To learn more, call (323) 763-0146. Walker Temple AME Church

Call 2 Worship – November 1

Musicians In Action, Inc., plans its 26th Annual Music Ministry Awards Gala on Nov. 3, at 6 p.m., at the Renaissance Airport Hotel, 9620 Airport Blvd., in Los Angeles, said founders Gerald and Jacque Malone. The honorees include Geraldine Coates – Metropolitan Baptist Church, Altadena; Laweta Casiano-Crawford – City of Refuge; Kevin T. Davis – Christ Second Baptist Church of Long Beach & Compton Community Seventh Day Adventist Church; Nichole Buchanan Dodd – Prosperity M.B. Church.; Sonya A. Griffin – Friendship Baptist Church, Yorba Linda; Marquise Henderson – Unity Christian Fellowship and Power of Faith; Christopher E. Johnson – Southern

Call 2 Worship – October 25

First New Christian Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church plans Women’s Day events at 1555 W. 108th St., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Norman Johnson. The theme is “Women of the Spirit: Seeking a More Excellent Way” based on I Corinthians 12:4-5, 27-31. On Oct. 27, a prayer breakfast takes place at 9 a.m. Santa Monica College Professor Nichole Blackwell will speak. On Oct. 28, at 11 a.m., U.S. Rep. Karen Bass will speak. Miracle Temple Church of God Pentecostal celebrates it 36th anniversary on Oct. 28, at 10 a.m., at 109 W. Buckthorn St., in Inglewood, said Bishop Johnny J. Young,

Call 2 Worship – October 18

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