Los Angeles Area Church News – Page 2

Call 2 Worship – October 13

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorOctober 13, 2016

Greater Starlight Missionary Baptist Church hosts the “Fresh Fire Conference 2016: When God Doesn’t Fix It” at 8018 S. San Pedro St., in Los Angeles. On October 14, at 7:30 p.m., John Bernard Jr., will lead praise and worship and Elder Chrystopher J. Grundy will preach. On October 15, at 9 a.m., the conference takes place. Registration is $7 and includes lunch. Pastors Prentiss E. Lewis, John Kenney, and Anthony Piggee, Jr., will participate along with Ministers Franchesca White and Cecil Thompson. Long Beach Ministers Alliance sponsors the “Why’d You Stop Me” presentation on October 15, from 9 a.m. to

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Call 2 Worship – October 6

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorOctober 6, 2016

WHW Ministries hosts its ‘27th Annual Methods of Expository Preaching and Teaching Conference’ continues through October 7, at the Los Angeles Hilton Hotel, 5711 West Century Boulevard in Los Angeles. Dr. R. A Williams, pastor of McCoy Memorial Baptist Church in Los Angeles, is the WHW president. The Rev. Dr. J. Benjamin Hardwick of Praises of Zion Baptist Church will be honored. To register, call (888) 949-2378 or visit whwministries.com. Eagle Wings of Enlightenment Center issues a call for prayer and fasting through October 7 eliminate the violence between law enforcement and African American men. Shri Natha Devi Premananda, founding minister, said,

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Call 2 Worship – September 29

September 29, 2016

Transfiguration Catholic Church participates in the “Pray for a Cure” service on October 1, at 12:30 p.m., at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels, 555 W. Temple Street in Los Angeles, said Deacon Mark Race, church administrator. Prayers will be offered for cancer patients and a cure for the disease. Call (310) 259-6430 for details. Christ Second Baptist Church observes its 109th anniversary on October 2, at 1471 Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave., in Long Beach, said Pastor Welton Pleasant. At 9:40 a.m., Pastor Fred Campbell of Mount Zion Baptist church in Redwood City, CA, will preach. At

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Call 2 Worship – September 22

September 22, 2016

Grant AME Church hosts a free seminar on financial planning on September 23, at 6 p.m., at 10435 S. Central Ave., in Los Angeles, said Pastor J. Arthur Rumph. Tracie Weathers, retired general manager of Xerox Corp., and Dr. Rosie Mulligan, estate planning/credit consultant will speak. Call (323) 564-1151 for information. Pilgrim’s Hope Bible Church observes Annual Women’s Day on September 25, at 9:45 a.m., 7016 Compton Ave., in Los Angeles, said Pastor T. Delbert Robinson. The theme is “Classic Christian Women” based on Romans 12:1. The church’s Ladies of Virtuous Essence (L.O.V.E.) Ministry sponsors the service. Sister Francine Atlas

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Call 2 Worship – September 15

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorSeptember 15, 2016

Bethel AME Church celebrates National Back To Church Sunday on September 18, at 7:45 a.m. and 10:45 a.m., at 7900 Western Ave., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Kelvin T. Calloway. Refreshments will be served following the 10:45 a.m. service. The public is invited to attend. Call (323) 750-3240 for information. Don B. Welch Productions presents “Give Me That Old Time Religion” play on September 17, at 7 p.m., at Barnsdall Gallery Theatre, 4800 Hollywood Blvd., in Los Angeles. The cast includes Delores Lakey Stewart, Renda Pettis, Celestial Johnson, Pastor Sherman Gordon, Brandon Harrison and Pastor Frederick Howard. Welch is the

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Call 2 Worship – September 8

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorSeptember 8, 2016

Fifty-Fourth St. Seventh Day Adventist Church holds their Seeds of Truth Revival on September 9 –24, at 1973 W. 54th Street in Los Angeles, said Pastor Adolphus Garnett. Worship services will be held weeknights at 7 p.m., Saturdays at 11 a.m. and 5 p.m., and Sundays at 5 p.m. Also, free giveaways and child care will be available. To learn more, call (323) 292-2762. Gardena Torrance Baptist Church hosts the “Believe Men’s and Women’s Conference” at 1457 W. 179th St., in Gardena, said Pastor and First Lady Hayes. On September 9, at 7 p.m., a gospel concert will be held.

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Call 2 Worship – August 25

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorAugust 25, 2016

Long Beach Ministers Alliance host “Laughing Lives Matter” on August 25, at the Terrace Theater, 300 East Ocean Blvd., in Long Beach, said Alliance President Gregory Sanders. Molina Health Care and the Long Beach Convention & Visitors Center co-sponsor the event. Lester Barrie will emcee. Performers include comedians Michael Colyar, Ron Pearson, Doug Williams, Gilbert Esquivel, Ricky Harris, Lamont Bonman and Angel Gainse. The donation is $10. Tickets are available at Ticketmaster. Divine Deliverance Ministries presents “The Miriam Experience 2016” on August 26, at 7 p.m., and August 27, at 12 p.m., at 4120 11th Ave., in Los Angeles, said

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Call 2 Worship -August 18

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorAugust 18, 2016

Second AME Church plans a jazz brunch with the Laurie Grace Band on August 20, at 11 a.m., at 5500 S. Hoover St., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Carolyn Baskin-Bell. The Men and Women’s Day committee sponsors the event. The donation is $40 for adults and $25 for children. For details, call Regina Johnson at (323) 314-9024. Grant AME Church observes its 110th anniversary on August 21, at 9:30 a.m., at 10435 S. Central Ave., in Los Angeles, said Pastor James Arthur Rumph. U.S. Congresswoman Maxine Waters will be the guest speaker. The public is invited to attend. For information, call

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Call 2 Worship – August 11

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorAugust 11, 2016

Platform Workshop for Christian Songwriters takes place on August 13, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Crenshaw Christian Center (CCC), 7900 Vermont Avenue in Los Angeles, said Carol Ross-Burnett, host. CCC Worship Arts co-sponsors the event. Sessions on the craft, ministry and business of music, writing and speaking will be held. Instructors include Babbie Mason, Jeanette Hawes, Keith Echols, Jackie Gouche Farris, Dr. Mary Simms and William A. Brown, Jr. For information or to register, visit carolrossburnett.com. Walking in the Spirit Ministries plans a free Fellowship Breakfast on August 14 and 28, at 11am, at the Sonoma Grill in the

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Call 2 Worship – August 4

August 4, 2016

Western Baptist State Convention plans its 126th Annual Session on August 6-11, at Pilgrim Progressive Baptist Church, 4995 A St., in San Diego. The Rev. Dr. J. Benjamin Hardwick, pastor of Praises of Zion Baptist Church in Los Angeles, is WBSC president and the Rev. Dr. Joseph Foxworth is the host pastor and WBSC executive secretary. For the schedule of events, call (323) 750-1033. Bethany Prayer Temple holds Annual Community Day on August 13, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 612 W. 95th Street in Los Angeles, said Elder A. Lancaster, pastor. Free clothing, shoes, toys and health screenings will

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Call 2 Worship – July 28

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorJuly 28, 2016

Greater Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church continues its Community Summer Revival on July 28-29, at 7:30 p.m., at 5300 South Denker Avenue in Los Angeles, said Pastor DeNon Porter. The revivalist is the Rev. Lacey K. Curry, pastor emeritus of Emmanuel Baptist Church in Chicago, IL. For information, call (323) 759-4996. Greater New Light Baptist Church holds “An Evening of Praise 3” on July 30, at 5:30 p.m., at 1154 E. 92nd St., on Los Angeles. The program salutes Pastor Patrick D. Ross. Guests include J. Boykins, Wayne Anthony, The Maye Sisters, Omari Dillard and more. The ticket donation is $10

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Call 2 Worship – July 21

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorJuly 21, 2016

Bethlehem Temple Missionary Baptist Church presents “Playtime is Out, Prayer Time is In” on July 22, at 7:30 p.m., at 5404 S. Avalon Blvd., in Los Angeles, said Pastor W.E. Page. Prophetess Temika Hendricks, Apostle Angela Roberson and Minister in Music J. Burton will host. Speakers include Ministers Brian Hilt and Patrick Freeman and Prophetess Jennette Anderson. Greater Zion Church Family plans a Unity Run/Walk and Health Fair on July 23, at 8 a.m., at 2408 N. Wilmington Ave., in Compton, said Pastor Michael J. Fisher. Clergy, community leaders, law enforcement agencies and local businesses will participate. For information or

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Call 2 Worship – July 7

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorJuly 7, 2016

Carson Community Deliverance Center Church holds a Women’s Prayer Service on Saturday, July 9 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. Traveler’s Rest Missionary Baptist Church observes Annual Men’s and Women’s Day on July 10, at 11 a.m., at 1417 E. Florence Ave., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Sidney O. Smith. The theme is “Men and Women Moving Forward in Ministry, Abounding in God’s Grace and Favor” based on 2 Corinthians 9:8). The guest speaker is Mrs. LeShon Archer of Friendship Baptist Church

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Call 2 Worship – June 30 – July 6

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorJune 30, 2016

Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels presents Relics of St. Thomas More and St. John Fisher on July 1-2, at 555 W. Temple St., in Los Angeles. The two 16th-century martyrs exemplified courage and conviction in the face of religious persecution. Archbishop José H. Gomez will welcome the relics by celebrating Mass on July 1, at 12:10 p.m., and the curator will speak from 12:50 p.m. to 2 p.m. On July 2, the relics will remain in a chapel at the Cathedral for veneration from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For information, call (213) 680-5200. Carson Community Deliverance Center

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Call 2 Worship – June 23

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorJune 23, 2016

Beverly Hills/Hollywood NAACP hosts the ACT-SO Showcase Fundraiser on June 25, at 1 p.m., at Ward AME Church, 1175 West 25th Street in Los Angeles. The program celebrates the academic achievements of local high school students. The ticket donation is $15 in advance, $20 at the door and $10 for students with ID and children ages 5 to 12. If attendees refer mention this Sentinel announcement, tickets are $15 at the door. Checks may be mailed to NAACP ACT-SO, P.O. Box 2349, Los Angeles, CA 90078, to be placed on a list of pre-paid attendees. Ward AME Church observes Men and