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Bryant Temple Welcomes Brent Jones as Minister of Music
March 14, 2018
Bryant Temple AME Church’s new Minister of Music Brent Jones brings an impressive array of talent and credentials. He replaced the late Michael Johnson, who left a substantial legacy of 27 years of service. Bryant Temple Senior Pastor Dwaine Jackson expressed his delight that Brent Jones accepted the post. “Minister Jones is a renowned musician and producer, having graced stages all over the world. His music is a mainstay on gospel radio stations. He brings an enormous amount of energy and passion that will be infectious to our congregation,” Jackson noted. “We are very fortunate to have him.” Jones has
Murray Keynotes Bryant Temple’s 50th Anniversary Kickoff
February 14, 2018
The Rev. Dr. Cecil L. “Chip” Murray is the keynote speaker for the kick-off of Bryant Temple AME Church’s yearlong 50th anniversary celebration on Sunday, Feb. 18, at 3:30 p.m. The service will feature a “Homecoming Tribute” in honor of charter members and members of 45 years or more. Also, Minister of Music Brent Jones will direct the Bryant Temple Mass Choir. “Dr. Murray is universally recognized as the religious leader every spiritually-conscious person would like to follow. In his 27 years as pastor of First AME, the church grew to an unparalleled status with its innovative approach to ministry
Bryant Temple AME Holds Christmas Giveaway
January 3, 2018
Residents look over the variety of free clothing for adults and children. (Courtesy photo) More than 400 families attended a festive Christmas giveaway at Bryant Temple AME Church on Dec. 24. A range of gifts, including toys, clothing, books, gift cards and food were distributed. Residents expressed their appreciation and received the gifts in the positive spirit that they were offered. Pastor Dwain Jackson and Bryant Temple members coordinated the effort and a broad cross-section of local neighbors was on hand to enjoy the day. A wide variety of contributors donated items including church members, the City of Los Angeles,
Bryant Temple Sends Local Youth Back to School in Style
August 23, 2017
Bryant Temple AME Church continued its commitment to Leimert Park families with a Back to School Giveaway block party on August 19, that featured such essential services as high blood pressure and dental care screenings, free haircuts for children, and free school supplies. Church officers and members served hot dogs, hamburgers and cold sodas to the hungry crowd. “The multicultural mix of people of various colors and ages was the type of message that residents all over the city now look for – to find a place where peace and tranquility reign in these troubling times,” said Pastor Dwaine Jackson,