The desire to positively impact South Los Angeles inspired Pastor Wendell Miller and the members of Lincoln Memorial Congregational Church to explore avenues to make a tangible difference.
Joyous praise filled the sanctuary of Lincoln Memorial Congregational United Church of Christ on November 10, as members, friends and Central Association leaders gathered for the pastoral installation of the Rev. Wendell C. Miller. With Sister Teresa Henderson-Johnson as the emcee, the spirited service included uplifting music by the senior and youth choirs, powerful prayers and the installation message by the Rev. Steven E. Reid, pastor New Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church of Atlanta, Georgia. Chef Viveca Finley of Vittles by Viv catered the celebratory meal. Other participants in the installation service included the Rev. Gailen L. Reevers, pastor emeritus
West Angeles Church of God in Christ plans Men’s Weekend starting with the 50th anniversary gala on Oct. 18, at 6:30 p.m., at LA Grand Hotel Downtown, 333 S. Figueroa St., in Los Angeles, said Bishop Charles E. Blake, pastor. The Brotherhood Organization sponsors the event. The donation is $65. On Oct. 20, at the 8 a.m., 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. worship services, Bishop Jack Vaughn will preach and the Sons of Thunder Men’s Choir will sing. For information, visit wasta.org. Save Our Sons Prison Justice Ministry discusses “Women in the Justice System: Our Girls at Risk of Drugs,
Pilot study on how garden-fresh produce can help reduce colon cancer risk in African Americans.