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March is Women’s History Month – Champion of Faith Yumiko Whitaker As Women’s History Month concludes, the L.A. Sentinel Religion section celebrates by highlighting Los Angeles-area “Champions of Faith,” which features ordinary people inspired by their faith to make a difference in the community. Yumiko Whitaker, founder of Hummingbird PR What is the mission of your profession? I view my work with clients as divine assignments, and am privileged to work with a mix of businesses, non-profits and public entities to shape positive change. I grew up in the Crenshaw District and attended local schools, including a self-financed earned degree
An adoring crowd of young people, parents, community members and basketball lovers filled the auditorium at the Frederick K.C. Price III Christian Schools to greet NBA star and alumni Allen Crabbe on March 20. The audience gathered to witness the official naming of the Youth Activity Center court after Crabbe, who attended FKCP from the age of 12-weeks-old to his high school graduation. In addition, the Brooklyn Nets player donated a significant amount last year to keep the institution operating in South Los Angeles. FKCP was established in 1986 by Crabbe’s grandparents, Apostle Frederick and Dr. Betty Price, founders of
Zoe Christian Fellowship of Los Angeles presents a Community Health and Fitness Fair on March 30, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at 2521 South West View St., in Los Angeles, said Bishop Frank Stewart, pastor. The Lambda Kappa Mu Sorority – Alpha Beta Chapter of sponsors the event to help people learn about healthy living. Free health screenings for blood pressure, glucose and cholesterol will be available as well as health and fitness seminars and exhibitors. Dr. Romeo Brooks of Roots Nutrition in Inglewood will discuss Building Health Naturally. For information, call (323) 931-1477, ext. 3. First AME Church
The L.A. Sentinel Religion section continues to celebrate Women’s History Month by highlighting Los Angeles-area “Champions of Faith,” which features ordinary people inspired by their faith to make a difference in the community. Rev. Joyce L. Randall, Associate Minister – First AME Church and LAUSD Educator What is your ministry/profession? I have been an itinerant elder in the AME Church since 1995. I am in service at First AME, Los Angeles where the Rev. J. Edgar Boyd is the pastor. I am a career educator by profession and a teacher and program coordinator. What is the
The Rev. James Andrew Brooks II will take the helm as the new pastor of St. John Baptist Church. His wife, First Lady Felicia Brooks, will join him in the ministry. The installation service is set for Sunday, March 31, at 3:30 p.m., in the sanctuary located at 936 W. 49th St., in Los Angeles. The theme of the service is “Glorify God Among the People, So That the People May Glorify God.” Inviting the public to attend, Deacon Board Chair James Daniels and Installation Committee Chair Gary Brooks said the Rev. Dr. Ricardo Bartlett, pastor of Greater New Zion
Praise and worship rose to an incredibly high level as Pastor Donnie McClurklin delivered one powerful word after another at the West Angeles Cathedral on March 17. McClurklin, a Stellar and Grammy Award-winning artist, appeared as part the 50th preaching anniversary of the Right Rev. Charles E. Blake Sr., presiding prelate and chief apostle of the Church of God in Christ, Inc., and pastor of West Angeles COGIC. The service included a tribute to Dr. Judith C. McAllister, West Angeles’ minister of music, worship and liturgy. An anointed singer, songwriter and musician, McAllister led the church’s music ministry from 1992
AME Community Lenten Caravan hosted by eight AME churches continues on March 27, at 7 p.m., at Brookins-Kirkland Community AME, 3719 W. Slauson Ave., in Los Angeles, said host Pastor Mary S. Minor. Pastor Carolyn Baskin-Bell of Second AME will preach. Three more services leading up to Resurrection Sunday will be held to provide spiritual renewal for believers. The host churches are New Philadelphia AME, 6380 Orange Ave., in Long Beach on April 3; Ward AME, 1177 W. 25th St., on April 9; and Bethel AME, 7900 S. Western Ave., in Los Angeles on April 17. Walker Temple AME Church
Moving to highlight the potential dangers to academic success, Dr. George J. McKenna III convened the “Let’s Talk Student Health” town hall meeting on March 9.
The track record of the Los Angeles African American Women Political Action Committee (LAAAWPAC) is pretty good, especially in light of the many Black women who attained elected office through the group’s fundraising efforts.
In the spirit of Women’s History Month, , the L.A. Sentinel Religion section presents L.A.-area “Champions of Faith,” which features ordinary people inspired by their faith to make a difference in the community. Rev. Dawnesha K. Beaver, MPH, MAT, Director of Business Operations and Strategy, New Mount Calvary Baptist Church What is the mission of this ministry? The mission of New Mount Calvary Baptist Church, under the leadership Pastor Sonja R. Dawson, is to reach persons beyond our walls, nurture them to mature disciples, equip them for witnessing and winning the lost through love that we may all be joined together
Eliminating old criminal records will be the focus of the Record Cleaning Workshop hosted by Save Our Sons Prison Ministry on Sunday, March 17, at 2:30 p.m., at Crenshaw United Methodist Church, 3740 Don Felipe Drive in Los Angeles. Criminal defense attorney MaryEtta Marks will explain the various options to remove prior infractions from your history, said Pastor Royce Porter, Sr. “If past criminal records are hampering your career success, we invite you to attend this workshop and bring your rap sheet,” said Porter. “Attorney Marks will explain how to qualify for an expungement, Prop 47 relief or a certificate
West Angeles Church of God in Christ welcomes Pastor Donnie McClurkin as the guest preacher on March 17, at 8 a.m., 11 a.m., and 7 p.m., at the West Angeles Cathedral, 3600 S. Crenshaw Blvd., in Los Angeles. McClurkin, a Stellar and Grammy Award-winning artist, appears as part the 50th preaching anniversary of the Right Rev. Charles E. Blake Sr., presiding prelate and chief apostle of the Church of God in Christ, Inc., and pastor of West Angeles COGIC. Congregational Church of Christian Fellowship observes International Women’s Month on March 17, at 11 a.m., at 2085 S. Hobart Blvd.,
March is Women’s History Month and in recognition of the occasion, the L.A. Sentinel Religion section will present L.A.-area “Champions of Faith,” which features ordinary people inspired by their faith to make a difference in the community. Evangelist Sonja Thompson Robinson, owner of One-Of-A- Kind Hats and missionary What role has God or your faith played in your ministry/profession? Faith and trust in God have been a key element in my life and in every endeavor. The business I started in 1986 is a testament to that fact. One-Of-A-Kind Hats was opened without a bank loan, substantial amount of capital