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Trinity Holds Successful Blanket Drive for Homeless
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Trinity Holds Successful Blanket Drive for Homeless

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorJanuary 2, 2019

For the 11th consecutive year, the Homeless Ministry of Trinity Baptist Church conducted a successful Blanket Drive to aid homeless men, women and children living on L.A.’s skid row. According to Pastor Alvin Tunstill, Jr., and homeless activist Brian Ferguson, Trinity congregants and community members donated more than 400 new blankets and pillows during the annual event held on Dec. 15. Following the collection, the Trinity team immediately traveled to skid row to distribute the items along with hygiene bags, hand warmers, socks, tarps, rain ponchos, water and prayer. “Our theme was ‘Be a Blessing to Others’ based on Genesis

Call 2 Worship – January 3
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Call 2 Worship – January 3

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorJanuary 2, 2019

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

Top Faith Community Stories in 2018
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Top Faith Community Stories in 2018

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorDecember 27, 2018

  Jan. – AME Church Responds to Trump’s Racist Rhetoric In a scathing rebuke of recent racist comments reportedly stated by President Donald Trump, the AME Church Council of Bishops issued a strong statement signed by Bishop Clement W. Fugh, president; Bishop Vashti M. McKenzie, president of the General Board; Bishop Frank M. Reid III, chair of the Commission on Social Action; and Senior Bishop McKinley Young. “The AME Church has consistently opposed the racist rhetoric and social policies of the Trump Administration. We will continue to speak out and hold the United States government accountable as our faith commands

West Angeles CDC Conducts Annual Toy Giveaway
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West Angeles CDC Conducts Annual Toy Giveaway

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorDecember 27, 2018

Nearly 300 families and children came out for the 15th annual Toy Giveaway sponsored by West Angeles Community Development Corporation on Dec. 20. The nonprofit organization partnered with Sentinel Peak Resources, a new oil company in Inglewood, to provide much needed toys, groceries and other assistance. “Our annual toy drive has provided toys to children in low income families totaling over $1 million dollars of support to the South Los Angeles community,” said Dr. Belinda Allen, WACDC executive director. “We are motivated to do this by the families we serve. In these economic times, people need help with high rents

Call 2 Worship – December 27
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Call 2 Worship – December 27

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorDecember 27, 2018

  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
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Call 2 Worship – December 20

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorDecember 19, 2018

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,

Crenshaw Christian Center and American Red Cross Celebrate ‘Power in the Blood’
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Crenshaw Christian Center and American Red Cross Celebrate ‘Power in the Blood’

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorDecember 12, 2018

Crenshaw Christian Center (CCC) and the American Red Cross (ARC) united to present the 2018 Annual Prayer Breakfast on Dec. 6, and an ecumenical crowd of 250+ came out to support the event. The creative theme, “Celebrating the Power in the Blood,” underscored the Christian doctrine of salvation in the blood of Jesus and the efforts of Red Cross to increase blood donations to save lives. Further emphasizing the theme were faith leaders CCC Pastor Fred Price Jr., CCC CEO and ARC Regional Board Member Angela Price Evans, Armenian Church Archbishop Hovnan Derderian, Hyepin Im of Faith and Community Engagement

Agape Church of L.A. Plans Holiday Events
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Agape Church of L.A. Plans Holiday Events

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorDecember 12, 2018

Lady Rose Neale (Courtesy photo) Sherwood Sledge (Courtesy photo) Agape Church of Los Angeles will present two family-oriented events during the holiday season.  According to Bishop Craig A. Worsham, senior pastor, Agape will host Christmas Eve Worship on Monday, Dec. 24, at 6:30 p.m., at their sanctuary located at Consolidated Plaza, 3725 Don Felipe Drive in Los Angeles. Sherwood Sledge will be the guest psalmist. “We encourage the public to celebrate the birth of Christ at Agape. Your entire family will enjoy the unique vocal talents of Mr. Sledge, who is renowned throughout the West Coast dramatic musical abilities,” said

Call 2 Worship – December 13
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Call 2 Worship – December 13

December 12, 2018

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

Burns Releases ‘A Prayer Book for Healing’
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Burns Releases ‘A Prayer Book for Healing’

December 5, 2018

Author Tierra Burns offers a timely resource to help people tap into the power of prayer. Her new work, “Bombarding Heaven in Unity: A Prayer Book for Healing” aims to assist those who may be uncomfortable communicating with God. Explaining her reason for addressing this topic, Burns said her two-fold goals are to encourage people to increase their prayer life and learn to pray before a crisis occurs. “My ultimate goal is to express the power of prayer in God’s healing process and introduce prayer as a lifestyle to build a relationship with God,” said Burns.  “I felt called to

Birdsong Makes National TV Debut on ‘Real Life’
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Birdsong Makes National TV Debut on ‘Real Life’

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorDecember 5, 2018

Singer/songwriter James C. Birdsong Jr. continues to travel the country sharing his memoir, “The Best is Yet to Come: A Testimony of One Young Man’s Redemption.” Last month, Birdsong made his national television debut on “Real Life,” the flagship program of Cornerstone Television Network (CTN) in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and the appearance was quite memorable for the young author, who overcame a developmental disability to succeed in life. As shared in the Nov. 2017 L.A. Sentinel, Birdsong was born with a speech impediment, enrolled in special education classes and bullied throughout his youth. However, his strong belief in God inspired him

Call 2 Worship – December 6
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Call 2 Worship – December 6

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorDecember 5, 2018

  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.

A Passion for Revealing God’s Accessibility Drives Tyler’s Ministry
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A Passion for Revealing God’s Accessibility Drives Tyler’s Ministry

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorNovember 28, 2018

  First-time pastor aims to provide a relevant and engaging place to meet Christ According to the Rev. Kirkpatrick Tyler, his appointment to St. Mark AME Church is the ideal match for his type of ministry. The first-time pastor, now entering his third year in the position, dreamed of sharing God’s availability with others and believes he can fulfill his vision at St. Mark’s. “God has always placed in my heart a passion for making the Gospel accessible, relevant and engaging as well as providing a place where folks can seek God, meet Christ and not be victimized by ‘church