Holman United Methodist Church

Retired LAUSD Teacher Tennell Marks 100th Birthday

A retired Los Angeles Unified School District teacher, Tennell gathered with family and friends to mark ten decades of living. Sharing the secret behind her long life, she said, “No smoking or drinking and having a laugh in life!”

Call 2 Worship – May 13

Holman United Methodist Church present Golf with the Pastor on May 15, at 10 a.m., at Brookside Golf at the Rose Bowl, 1133 Rosemount Ave. in Pasadena. Pastor Ken Walden will participate in the fellowship. The donation is $70 for singles and $180 for a foursome. For information, contact Al Dixon at (213) 272-9271 or alphamaurice@gmail.com. On May 22, at 9 a.m., Soulforce Nonviolence Worshops led by the Rev. James Lawson will take place via Zoom. Registration is required by visiting https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYof-GspjkuH9yj8O5H-iEtmGfbplM3zOup?utm_source=BenchmarkEmail&utm_campaign=Nonviolence_Workshop_Zoom_Registration_-_May_22nd&utm_medium=email Greater Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church holds their 2021 Men’s Conference on May 15, at 10 a.m., via Zoom,

Call 2 Worship – May 6

West Angeles Church of God in Christ celebrates Mother’s Day on May 9, at 8 a.m. and 11 a.m., online at westa.tv and on Facebook, said Presiding Bishop Emeritus Charles Blake, pastor. First Lady Mae Blake will be the speaker. At 7 p.m., Evangelist Lisa Nevels will bring the message. Brookins-Kirkland Community AME Church observes Mother’s Day on May 9, at 9 a.m., during its virtual Sunday worship service, said Pastor Mary S. Minor. A special sermon and musical selections will be shared. Also, Lamar Stuart will deliver a special tribute in honor of all mothers and those who act

Words of the Week – Roll the Stone Away

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8 Jesus Has Risen 16 When the Sabbath was over, Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and Salome bought spices so that they might go to anoint Jesus’ body. 2 Very early on the first day of the week, just after sunrise, they were on their way to the tomb 3 and they asked each other, “Who will roll the stone away from the entrance of the tomb?” 4 But when they looked up, they saw that the stone, which was very large, had been rolled away. 5 As they entered the tomb, they saw a young man dressed in a white robe sitting on the right

Words of the Week – Listen to Jesus

Scripture: Mark 9:2-9 The year was 1945 and the person was Mr. John Johnson. Somewhere in the corners of his mind, down deep in his heart, he felt called to create a magazine that would be known as Ebony Magazine and it would become one of the most popular publications in the United States of America for more than five decades. Mr. Johnson had an idea; he listened to his inner voice and pursued this noble endeavor, and we are forever grateful. Ebony Magazine became a highly anticipated, monthly publication, that emphasized the achievements of African Americans in education, entertainment,

Diane Edith Watson: The Iconic Living Legend of Los Angeles Politics

Diane Edith Watson has lived a full life and shows no signs of slowing down.  On the morning of our interview, the 87-years-young legendary political icon had already been on the phone with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, was coordinating her pink and green wardrobe for the inauguration of her Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority sister, Kamala Harris, and had already spoken with a cadre of Washington D.C. leaders, all in the hopes that the retired congresswoman was feeling up to making the journey to the January Presidential Inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. 

Call 2 Worship -March 12

West Angeles Church of God in Christ plans its Spring Revival on March 15, at 8 a.m., 11 a.m. and 7 p.m., at the Cathedral, 3600 S. Crenshaw Blvd., in Los Angeles, said Bishop Charles E. Blake, pastor. The revival continues on March 16-18, at 7 p.m., at the North Campus sanctuary, 3045 S. Crenshaw Blvd., in L.A. The revivalist is Bishop Charles Harrison Mason Patterson. On March 21, at 9 a.m., the Brotherhood Organization presents Super Saturday. Bishop Charles Blake, Sr., Earvin Magic Johnson, Princeton Parker and Romell Witherspoon will discuss transitional career paths, personal financial planning and money

Call 2 Worship – February 27

Union Rescue Mission holds a groundbreaking ceremony for Angeles House on Feb. 28, at 11 a.m., at 13200 Avalon Blvd., in Los Angeles, said Rev. Andy Bales, CEO. The new bridge facility will provide housing for 86 families when completed. For details, call Kitty Davis-Walker at (213) 673-4585 or (213) 507-5562. First United Methodist Church of Compton has fish dinners available every Friday, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., at 1025 S. Long Beach Blvd., in Compton, said Pastor Arnetha Inge. The United Methodist Men sponsors the event. A choice of catfish or red snapper is offered, along with side

Call 2 Worship – February 20

Holman United Methodist Church hosts a nonviolence workshop with Rev. James Lawson on Feb. 22, at 9 a.m., at 3320 W. Adams Blvd., in Los Angeles. The session will share nonviolent strategies to effect social change. Refreshments will be served. On Feb. 23, at 4 p.m., the 60th Annual Concert of Spirituals take place. The Holman choir will perform. William Campbell, Jr., is the music director and Robert Johnson, Jr., is the organist. The donation ranges from $15-to-$50. The Heritage Festival takes place on Feb. 29, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. For details on all events, call (323) 703-5868.

Call 2 Worship – February 13

Knox Presbyterian Church presents African American Legacies on Feb. 15, at 3 p.m., at 5840 La Tijera Blvd., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Reginald Ragland. Georgia Laster Association of Musicians co-sponsor the event. The program will highlight significant people and activities in Black history. Save Our Sons Prison Justice Ministry features Tobias Tubbs, community activist, on Feb. 16, at 2:30 p.m., at Crenshaw United Methodist Church, 3740 Don Felipe Dr., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Royce Porter, Sr. The topic is “Viewed From the Eyes of Life Experiences” based on Proverbs 22:6 –“Train up a child in the way he should go

Call 2 Worship – February 6

True Friendship Missionary Baptist Church salutes Pastor James and First Lady Evelyn Perkins with the 25th Love Celebration Luncheon on Feb. 8, at 11 a.m., at the Proud Bird’s Dolittle Room, 11022 Aviation Blvd., in Los Angeles. The donation is $65. To learn more, call Rebecca Kirksey-Weston at (562) 544-1530 or Sara Delois Haynes at (323) 804-7305. Holman United Methodist Church observes Anniversary Sunday on Feb. 9, at 8 a.m. and 11 a.m., at 3320 W. Adams Blvd., in Los Angeles, said Interim Pastor Paul A. Hill. On Feb. 23, at 4 p.m., the Holman choir presents the 60th Annual

Call 2 Worship – January 23

Holman United Methodist Church hosts the Rev. James Lawson’s Nonviolence Workshop on Jan. 25, at 9 a.m., at 3320 W. Adams Blvd., in Los Angeles, said Interim Pastor Paul Hill. Refreshments will be served. For details, call (323) 703-5868. The United House of Prayer for All People celebrates its Centennial Anniversary on Jan. 30 through Feb. 2, at 1029 E. Vernon Ave., in Los Angeles, said Apostle Rodney Lattisaw. “Sweet Daddy” Grace founded the organization in 1919. Bishop C.M. Bailey, presiding prelate, will be the special guest. For information, call (301) 943-2457. Yes We Can Worship Center invites donations for

Call 2 Worship – January 16

Holman United Methodist Church welcomes the Rev. James Lawson as the guest preacher on Jan. 19, at the 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. services at 3320 W. Adams Blvd., in Los Angeles, said Interim Pastor Paul Hill. Also, Holman will host Lawson’s Nonviolence Workshop on Jan. 25, at 9 a.m. Refreshments will be served. For details on both events, call (323) 703-5868. Second Baptist Church starts the Health and Wellness Church Challenge on Jan. 19, at 1:30 p.m., at 2412 S. Griffith Ave., in Los Angeles, said Pastor William S. Epps. The American Heart Association and WW sponsor the free

Call 2 Worship – January 9

Second Baptist Church kicks-off the Health and Wellness Church Challenge during a health fair on Jan. 12, at 1:30 p.m., at 2412 S. Griffith Ave., in Los Angeles, said Pastor William S. Epps. The American Heart Association and WW sponsor the free program. The challenge includes 12 weekly sessions beginning Jan. 19.  The public is invited and there is no charge to join. To learn more, call Helen Starks at (323) 216-0230, or email hjstarks@hotmail.com. Sinai Temple plans a Unity Shabbat honoring the legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., on Jan. 17, at 7:30 p.m., and Jan.