Los Angeles Area Church News – Page 3

Call 2 Worship – June 9

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorJune 8, 2016

Knox Presbyterian Church plans its 7th Annual Hats Off to Friends Luncheon and Tea on June 11, at 11:30 a.m., at 5840 La Tijera Blvd., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Reginald Ragland. The Women’s Ministry sponsors the event. The guest speaker will be the Rev. Beverly J. Powell, director of Congregational Care at New Hope Presbyterian Church in Orange. Guests are encouraged to wear their favorite hat. For tickets or information, call (323) 384-5104. Carson Community Deliverance Center Church holds a Women’s Prayer Room Service on June 11, at 10 a.m., at 555 E. 220th St., in Carson. The public

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Call 2 Worship – June 2

June 2, 2016

Faithful Central Bible Church and The Ulmer Institute sponsor “Life Without Limits – Surviving the Trauma of Human Trafficking” on June 4, at 9 a.m., at 321 N. Eucalyptus Ave., in Inglewood, said Bishop Kenneth and First Lady Togetta Ulmer. The panel will feature Shaun Robinson, moderator; Harmony Dust Grillo, a human trafficking survivor; Dr. Stephany Powell, executive director of Journey Out; and Captain Merrill Ladenheim, a 26-year veteran of the L.A. Sheriff’s Department. Silver Lining of Hope Crusade, Inc., holds a rally to protest senseless murdering of youth on June 4, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the

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Call 2 Worship – May 26

May 26, 2016

Great Beginnings for Black Babies, Inc. hosts its annual Celebrate Healthy Babies extravaganza May 27, at 11 a.m., at Zion Hill Baptist Church, 7860 10th Avenue in Los Angeles. The Rev. Seth Pickens is the host pastor. The theme is “It Takes a Village to Raise a Child: Straight Out of Africa-We Are Who We Were.” Activities include a Children’s Village, griot storytellers, puppeteers, jugglers, African dancers, drummers, resource vendors and free lunch. African attire is encouraged. For information, call Anne Kaough, at (310) 677-7995 or visit gbbb-la.org. People’s Independent Church of Christ celebrates “The Women of Faith Empowerment Weekend”

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Call 2 Worship – May 19

May 19, 2016

Second A.M.E. Zion Church hosts the Southwest Rocky Mountain Annual Conference through May 22, at 3612 West 64th Street in Inglewood, said Pastor George E. Kent. Bishop W. Darin Moore, prelate of the Western Episcopal District of the AME Zion Church, will preside over worship services and business sessions. A banquet will be held in his honor on May 21. Mrs. Devieta C. Moore is the missionary supervisor. For information, call (310) 412-1674. Greater Liberty Baptist Church plans Annual Women’s Day on May 22, at 11 a.m., at 6557 S. Western Ave., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Theodore W. Peters.

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Call 2 Worship – May 12

Cora Jackson-Fossett (Religion Editor)May 12, 2016

New Mount Calvary Missionary Baptist Church hosts the 2016 NMC Sunday School Workers Conference on May 14, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at 402 E. El Segundo Blvd., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Sonja R. Dawson and Superintendent Alene Riley. The theme is “Sunday School is Still Relevant.” The sessions will offer training, resources and tips for success. To register, call (310) 324-0644 or visit nmcsundayschoolconference.eventbrite.com. The Praise and Worship Institute – Los Angeles holds its grand opening on May 14, at 3 p.m., in 2802 W. Florence Ave., in Los Angeles, said Sandra McKinney, founder/director. Guest artists include

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Call 2 Worship – May 5

Cora Jackson-Fossett (Religion Editor)May 5, 2016

Love, Peace and Happiness Family Christian Fellowship Church celebrates Mother’s Day on May 8, said Bishop Leon Martin, pastor. The worship is at 8 a.m. at 400 S. Santa Fe Avenue in Compton, at 8 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. at 4951 South Figueroa Street in Los Angeles and at 9 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. at 11022 Old River School Road in Downey. All mothers in attendance will be honored. A Mother’s Day Musical takes place at 3:30 p.m. at the Los Angeles location. The Five Blind Boys of Mississippi will perform. For information or tickets, call (562) 806-9890. New Mount

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Call 2 Worship – April 28

April 28, 2016

Christ Our Redeemer AME Church hosts the National Faith Leaders Conference on April 29, at 9 a.m., and April 30 at 8 a.m., at 45 Tesla in Irvine, said Pastor Mark Whitlock, Jr. Speakers include the Rev. Dr. Cecil “Chip” Murray and Cornel West. Topics include church building security, college resources and small business sustainability. Call (949) 955-0014 or visit corcdc.org to register. Faithful Central Bible Church plans a Cinco De Mayo Celebration on May 1, at 11:45 a.m., at The Tabernacle, 321 N. Eucalyptus Ave., in Inglewood, said Bishop Kenneth Ulmer, pastor. The guests are Pastor Sergio Del La

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Call 2 Worship – April 21

Cora Jackson-Fossett (Religion Editor)April 21, 2016

Sally Bell Mentor Group observes the 20th Anniversary of “April is Poetry Month” with an essay/poetry competition. The contest takes place throughout April and features cash prizes. The deadline for submissions is April 29. For rules and entry form, email [email protected]. Brookins-Kirkland Community AME Church holds a Cell Phone Fundraiser every Sunday from April 21 through May 28, at 1900 W. 48th St., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Mary S. Minor. The Men’s Ministry sponsors the campaign. Items accepted are old smartphones, cellphones X-box, Playstations, iPads, and ipods. For information, call David Moss (323) 243-1866 or Travis Roberts at (310) 920-2109.

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Call 2 Worship – April 14

Cora Jackson-Fossett (Religion Editor)April 13, 2016

Faith Community Foursquare Church and The Connection Church host a free Community Outreach event on April 16, at 10 a.m., at 5519 S. Avalon Blvd. in Los Angeles. Activities include jumpers, games, music, face painting and free refreshments. L.A. Councilman Curren Price and members of the L.A. Police Department and L.A. Fire Department will attend. For information, call Sister Nathalie Page at (323) 928-0674. First United Methodist Church observes 148th anniversary on April 17, at 10 a.m., at 1025 S. Long Beach Blvd., in Compton, said Pastor Fredrick Johnson. The theme is “We Are All One in Christ.” Dr. Darnell

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Call 2 Worship – April 7

Cora Jackson-Fossett (Religion Editor)April 7, 2016

Carson Community Deliverance Center Church hosts a Women’s Prayer Service on April 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. 88th Street Temple Church of God in Christ offers free health screenings on April 10, at 11 a.m., at 8825 S. Vermont Ave., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Anthony Williams. Cedars-Sinai Medical Center co-sponsors the event. Cholesterol, LDL, HDL, triglycerides, blood pressure, and fasting glucose screenings will be available. For details, call (310) 423-9581. First Baptist Church welcomes the dlw Community Chorale

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Call 2 Worship – March 24

Cora Jackson-Fossett (Religion Editor)March 24, 2016

Hays Tabernacle CME Church hosts “The Seven Last Words” on March 25, at 12 p.m., at 10121 S. Central Ave., in Los Angeles. The Southern California Region Ministerial Alliance and Women’s Missionary Society sponsor the event. The preachers are the Reverends Antonio Owens, Jacqueline Maye, Emma Burrus, Dr. Gloria Marshall, Mark A. Hardin, Dr. Darryl J. Wesley and Willie B. Boyd, Jr. First A.M.E. Church holds a Good Friday Service on March 25, at 12 p.m., at 1823 Michigan Avenue in Santa Monica, said Pastor Reuben Ford. Ministers will preach “The Seven Last Words.” Call (310) 450-0331 for details. Clergy

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Call 2 Worship – March 17

March 17, 2016

Ward AME Church plans a free forum on wrongful convictions on March 17, at 6:30 p.m., at 1177 W. 25th St., in Los Angeles. The Legal Redress Committee of the National Association for Equal Justice in America sponsors the event. The participants are Michael S. Jones and representatives from the U.S. Attorney’s Office, the State Attorney General’s Office, the District Attorney’s Wrongful Convictions Unit and a private attorney. Call (310) 608-5878 for details. Christ Our Redeemer AME Church co-hosts “The Dancer In Me Sacred Arts & Music Training Institute on March 18-20, said Pastor Mark Whitlock and Rev. Stephanie Adams,

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Call 2 Worship – March 10

March 9, 2016

Baptist Ministers Conference of LA and Southern California observes President’s Day on March 14, at 11 a.m., at Southern St. Paul Church, 4278 W. Adams in Los Blvd., in Los Angeles. The event celebrates the re-election and installation of President Xavier Thompson, pastor of Southern St. Paul. Hays Tabernacle CME Church hosts the Los Angeles District Love Feast on March 13, at 4 p.m., at 10121 South Central Avenue in Los Angeles, said Presiding Elder and Pastor Mark Hardin. The guests will be Pastor Jennifer Gutteriez and the members of St. John United Methodist Church. The public is invited to

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Call 2 Worship – March 3

Cora Jackson-Fossett (Religion Editor)March 2, 2016

King Jesus Bibleway Church of God in Christ holds an Old Time Holiness Fellowship on Sundays at 5:30 p.m., at 11737 S. Figueroa St., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Arthur Houston. The service is co-sponsored by the United Saints in Service for Jesus (USIS). Sis. Stephanie Johnson the USIS lead evangelist. The public is welcome to attend. Western Baptist State Convention plans its 126th Annual Mid-Winter Board Meeting on March 5-10, at Village Missionary Baptist Church, 1521 E. 111st St., in Los Angeles. The Rev. Dr. J. Benjamin Hardwick is WBSC president and the Rev. W. Charles Harris, Jr., is

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Call 2 Worship – February 25

February 24, 2016

The Liberty Church presents “Straight Outta Nazareth,” a new sermon series by Pastor David Cross on February 28, at 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m., at 14725 S. Gramercy Pl., in Gardena. The series will detail Black people and nations in the Bible as well as biblical ancestors that God destined for greatness. Also, copies of Pastor Cross’ book, “30 Overcoming Thoughts to Start Your Day,” will be available. Call (310) 715-8400 for information. True Friendship Missionary Baptist Church salutes Pastor James and Lady Evelyn Perkins on February 26, at 7 p.m., and February 28, at 8 a.m., 10:45 a.m., and