Holman United Methodist Church

U.S. Mourns Death of Rev. James M. Lawson, `One of Our Nation’s Noblest Leaders’ 

Tributes continued this week for the Rev. James Lawson Jr., an icon of the Civil Rights Movement and the longtime pastor of Holman United Methodist Church in South Los Angeles, with President Joe Biden saying on June 11 that Lawson dedicated his life to “our country’s ideals.”  Lawson died June 9 in Los Angeles after a brief illness at age 95. 

Holman United Methodist Welcomes Pastor Christian Washington

Holman United Methodist Church welcomes the Rev. Christian Washington as its interim senior pastor. A native of Los Angeles, he brings a solid theological background and impressive body of work as a marketing consultant in both corporate circles and faith-based communities.

Returning To Holman UMC for Homecoming Sunday

Dr. Masters will preach on Homecoming Sunday on July 31, at 11 a.m., at Holman United Methodist Church, 3320 W. Adams Blvd., in Los Angeles.  The public is invited to attend.

Healing Ourselves Communities and Country 

Those of us who believe a peaceful world is possible need to figure out how we can truly become “indivisible” as we vow in our pledge of allegiance. 

The Essence of the Black Church: Spiritual Resistance & Moral Reimagination     

The news of the L.A. City Council’s unanimous vote that advances phasing out oil and gas extraction across the city was a joy for frontline communities affected by environmental racism! With God’s help, people-power for righteous causes will always bring about win-win victories for some of the most marginalized and disenfranchised communities.

L.A.-area Ministers Encourage a Spirit of Thankfulness

In the midst of so many troubling issues, the question arises, “What do we have to be thankful for as we prepare to observe Thanksgiving Day?” The Sentinel contacted four local ministers for their insight and response.