Friendship Baptist Church

Bishop James Carrington of Friendship Baptist Passes Away

 Noted theologian was the founding pastor of the largest African American church in North Orange County Bishop James Donald Carrington, the founding pastor and pastor emeritus of Friendship Baptist Church in Yorba Linda, passed away on Nov. 15. A celebration of his life was held at Friendship on Dec. 1. Carrington was instrumental in establishing the first African American church in North Orange County in May 1964. Starting out with 22 charter members, Friendship grew over the years to a congregation exceeding 3,000. “We pray you will join us and welcome your prayers as we mourn the loss of our