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Lindsey Preaches at Brookins-Kirkland AME

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorNovember 27, 2019

“Your breakthrough is next,” proclaimed the Rev. Roosevelt Lindsey, Jr., as he delivered a dynamic sermon on Nov. 17, at Brookins-Kirkland Community AME Church in Los Angeles. BKCAME Pastor Mary S. Minor invited Lindsey, presiding elder of the L.A. South-Las Vegas District of the Southern California Conference of the AME Church, to preach before her congregation, which includes retired Bishop T. Larry Kirkland, Sr., retired Episcopal Supervisor Mary L. Kirkland, as well as Lindsey and his wife, Dr. Kaye Lindsey. Lindsey did not disappoint as he brought a message that emphasized God’s omnipotence and the power of prayer. Urging parishioners

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Brookins-Kirkland AME Welcomes Bishop Wicker

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorJune 21, 2017

Bishop Stafford J.N. Wicker and the Rev. Dr. Constance Wicker were special guests at Brookins-Kirkland Community AME Church on June 18. The Wickers are the presiding prelate and the supervisor of missions of the 18th Episcopal District of the AME Church. After leading the choir and musicians in a rousing rendition of “Certainly Lord,” Wicker preached a dynamic Father’s Day sermon on the topic, “Stay With Who You Know,” based on John 14:6. Among the life-application points he shared were (1) We need to know the wisdom of God and the works of God, (2) Wisdom is a gift to me from

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Salute set to honor contributions of Bishop and Supv. Kirkland

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorApril 19, 2017

Brookins-Kirkland Community AME Church (BKCAME) will salute the multiple contributions of retired Bishop T. Larry Kirkland and retired Supervisor Mary L. Kirkland on Sunday, April 23, at 9 a.m., in the edifice located at 3719 W. Slauson Ave., in Los Angeles. According to Pastor Mary S. Minor, the recognition will take place during the church’s 40th anniversary observance. Kirkland, who is a member of BKCAME, served as the first pastor of the congregation. “We invite the greater Los Angeles community, including former members and all friends of the Kirklands, to join us in praising God for the leadership and legacy

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Happy Birthday, Bishop Kirkland!

April 5, 2017

The L.A. Sentinel salutes the Right Rev. Theodore Larry Kirkland, Sr., retired bishop of the AME Church, who will celebrate his 75th birthday on April 8. Kirkland, who served 20 years as the presiding prelate of several AME Episcopal Districts, was previously the internationally known pastor of Brookins Community AME Church. He and Mrs. Mary L. Kirkland will be honored on Sunday, April 23, at 9 a.m., at Brookins-Kirkland Community AME Church (BKCAME), 3719 W. Slauson Ave., in Los Angeles. The Rev. Dr. Mary S. Minor is the host pastor. The public is invited to attend. For information, call BKCAME

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Recent Events in the Local Faith Community

Cora Jackson-Fossett (Religion Editor)March 17, 2016

L.A. Community Celebrates Bishop Kirkland’s Retirement Hundreds of people attended the retirement celebration for Bishop Theodore and Episcopal Supervisor Mary Kirkland on March 11 at the Los Angeles Airport Hilton Hotel. L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti (right) was among the many elected officials on hand to present commendations. (photo by Clayton Everett/FAME Church) L.A. Councilman Curren Price and U.S. Congresswoman Karen Bass presented proclamations to Bishop Kirkland during the celebration. (photo by Clayton Everett/FAME Church) Bishop and Supervisor Kirkland pose with their daughters, grandson and sons-in-law. (photo by Clayton Everett/FAME Church) Holman United Methodist Welcomes Attorney General Harris The Rev. Kelvin Sauls,