Los Angeles Area Church News

Call 2 Worship – February 18

Many uplifting activities are being sponsored by ministries, neighborhood groups and government agencies throughout the greater Los Angeles area. The Sentinel Religion section is happy to list some of those programs.

Call 2 Worship – January 19

Second Baptist Church welcomes the Rev. Michael Eric Dyson on Jan. 22, at 8 a.m., at 2412 S. Griffith Ave., in Los Angeles, said Pastor William S. Epps. The Rev. Dyson is author, radio host and a professor of Sociology at Georgetown University. Call the church office at (213) 748-0318 for information. Lewis Metropolitan CME Church celebrates their 70th anniversary on Jan. 22, at 4900 S. Western Ave., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Travis A. Morris, who will preach at 10:30 a.m. At 3:30 p.m., the Rev. Dr. James Markham, pastor of Emmanuel Temple CME Church in Victorville, will preach.

Call 2 Worship – January 12

Carson Community Deliverance Center Church holds a Women’s Prayer Service on Jan. 14, at 10 a.m., at 555 E. 220th St., in Carson.  The public is invited to attend for worship and prayer.  For information, call (310) 835-7905. Gardena Valley & Vicinity Ministers’ Wives & Ministers’ Widows presents the Sisterhood Connection 17th Annual Founder’s Day Celebration “White Diamond Concert” on Jan. 14, at 12 p.m., at St. Bernadette Church, 3825 Don Felipe Drive in Los Angeles. The free event honors Dr. Kathye D. Jenkins, founder of the Sisterhood Connection. Local pastors, ministers and first ladies will perform. To RSVP, call (323) 620-5415.

Call 2 Worship – January 5

Watts Area Ministers presents its 25th King Day Celebration on Jan. 6 at 11 a.m., at the Martin Luther King, Jr., Shopping Center, on 103rd and Compton Ave. in Los Angeles, said Dr. Reginald Pope, WAM president. The theme is “Encouraged to Fulfill the Dream.” The free program includes music and refreshments. To learn more, call (323) 566-5286. Ward AME Church hosts Dr. Umar Johnson on Jan. 7, at 5 p.m., at 1177 W. 25th St., in Los Angeles, said Pastor John E. Cager III. Johnson will discuss the school-to-prison pipeline. For details, please contact LaShonda Johnson at (562) 686-4270.

Call 2 Worship – December 29

Crenshaw Christian Center plans its New Year’s worship on Dec. 31, at 9:30 p.m., at 7901 S. Vermont Ave., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Fred Price. No services will be held on Jan. 1. To learn more, call (323) 758-3777. Crenshaw United Methodist Church plans New Year’s Eve Watch Service on Dec. 31, at 7 p.m., at 3740 Don Felipe Dr., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Royce Porter. For information, call (323) 292-0141. Faithful Central Bible Church presents “The Original Praise Party” on Dec. 31, at 6 p.m. and 10 p.m., at The Tabernacle, 321 N. Eucalyptus, in Inglewood, said

Call 2 Worship – December 22

Crenshaw Christian Center plans its Christmas worship on Dec. 24, at 6 p.m., at 7901 S. Vermont Ave., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Fred Price. No services will be held on Dec. 25. The New Year’s worship will be held on Dec. 31, at 9:30 p.m. No services will be held on Jan. 1. To learn more, call (323) 758-3777. Crenshaw United Methodist Church plans several holiday services at 3740 Don Felipe Dr., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Royce Porter. On Dec. 24, at 7 p.m., the Christmas Eve Candlelight Communion Service takes place. On Dec. 25, at 10 a.m.,

Call 2 Worship – December 15

Word of Life Christian Bookstore is collecting new pairs of socks for convalescent patients and the homeless. The campaign, which continues until Dec. 17, will assist Hyde Park Convalescent, Lotus Care Center, Help the Homeless Ministry and New Salvation Ministries. Donations can be deposited at 6321 West Blvd., in Los Angeles. Brentwood Presbyterian Church plans “Scrooge,” an adaptation of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” on Dec. 17, at 3 p.m., and Dec. 18, at 6 p.m., at 12000 San Vicente Blvd., in Los Angeles. The free program features original music, Christmas Carols, fanciful costumes, and state-of-the-art virtual sets. To learn

Call 2 Worship – December 8

Faith Community Foursquare Church holds their “Shine a Light Christmas Concert” on Dec. 9, at 7 p.m., at 5519 S. Avalon Blvd., in Los Angeles. Pastor D.T. Parades will perform along with several special guests. The donation is $25. For details, call Nathalie Page at (323) 928-0674. Carson Community Deliverance Center Church holds a Women’s Prayer Service on Dec. 10, at 10 a.m., at 555 E. 220th St., in Carson.  The public is invited to attend for worship and prayer.  For information, call (310) 835-7905. Prophetic Pinnacle Ministries presents “There’s Power in Your Praise” on Dec. 10, at 12 p.m., at

Call 2 Worship – December 1

The Kingdom Church hosts Minister Lorenzo Johnson and Praizum’s 10th Anniversary Reunion Concert on Dec. 3, at 7 p.m. at 857 Sandhill Ave., in Carson. The public is invited to attend the free concert. For details, visit praizum.com. Carson Community Deliverance Center Church holds a Women’s Prayer Service on Dec. 10, at 10 a.m., at 555 E. 220th St., in Carson.  The public is invited to attend for worship and prayer.  For information, call (310) 835-7905. Prophetic Pinnacle Ministries presents “There’s Power in Your Praise” on Dec. 10, at 12 p.m., at First Holy Mount Zion Church, 8117 S. Main St.,

Call 2 Worship – November 17

Episcopal Church of St. Philip the Evangelist observes their 109th anniversary with a luncheon on November 20, at 1 p.m., at 2800 Stanford Ave., in Los Angeles. The donation is $35. Proceeds will benefit the church’s mission. Call (323) 232-3494 for information. Brookins-Kirkland Community AME Church plans its Thanksgiving Day service on November 24, at 9 a.m., at 3719 W. Slauson Ave., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Mary S. Minor. The one-hour worship will feature testimonies, praise and a message by the pastor. To learn more, call (323) 296-5610. Pleasant Hills Baptist Church holds Thanksgiving Day service on November 24,

Call 2 Worship – November 10

Carson Community Deliverance Center Church holds a Women’s Prayer Service on November 12, at 10 a.m., at 555 E. 220th St., in Carson.  The public is invited to attend for worship and prayer.  For information, call (310) 835-7905. Trinity Baptist Church and Trinity Community Development Corporation sponsor free prostate screenings on November 12, at 10 a.m., at 2040 W. Jefferson Blvd., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Alvin Tunstill, Jr., and Earl Jones, TCDC executive director. Men, 35 years and above, are encouraged to attend. To RSVP, Call (323) 735-0044. Onsite registration will also be available. St. Bernadette Catholic Church holds its

Call 2 Worship – November 3

Knox Presbyterian Church plans a ‘Holiday Concert and Luncheon’ on November 5 at 11:30 a.m., at 5840 La Tijera Boulevard in Los Angeles. The Women’s Ministry sponsors the event. Gertrude Bradley, soprano, will perform and Dr. Hansonia Caldwell-Harriford will accompany on piano. The donation is $35. For details, call Linda Dukes at (323) 384-5104. Lord Before Us Productions presents “When the Choirs Sing” on November 5, at 7 p.m., at Gethsemane Christian Love, 9616 S. Avalon Blvd., in Los Angeles, said Minister Lamont Bradley, president/CEO. Lady Shari Demby will lead praise and worship and Tim Bishop Brown is the worship

Call 2 Worship – October 27

St. John’s United Methodist Church hosts a “Day of Dialogue on the Future of Policing” on October 29, at 10 a.m., at 1715 Santa Ana Blvd., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Larry H. Dozier. Participants include Jill Frank, Institute for Nonviolence-L.A. program manager; Police Officer III Camille Sosa, Days of Dialogue coordinator; and local community leaders and youth. To learn more, call (310) 980-4410 or (323) 564-5683. Southern St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church observes Social Justice Sunday on October 30 at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m., at 4678 W. Adams Blvd., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Xavier L. Thompson. The

Call 2 Worship – October 20

Trinity Baptist Church hosts a forum on the California propositions on the November 2016 election on October 22, at 9 a.m., at 2040 W. Jefferson Blvd., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Alvin Tunstill, Jr. Local, state and federal elected officials will discuss the 17 ballot initiatives covering issue such as school bond funding, revenue bonds, death penalty and Medi-Cal Funding. Call (323) 735-0044 for information. Pacoima First United Methodist Church observes their 57th anniversary on October 23, at 11 a.m., at 12550 Van Nuys Blvd., in Pacoima, said the Rev. Dr. Lydia J. Waters, pastor. The public is invited to attend.