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Holman UMC Hosts Presidential Debate Viewing and Panel Discussion

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorSeptember 22, 2016

In light of the myriad of issues affecting African Americans across the nation, Holman United Methodist Church will host a public viewing of the U.S. presidential debate on Sept. 26, followed by a panel discussion featuring L.A. community leaders. The event, “What’s at Stake for our Communities,” begins at 5:30 p.m., in the church’s edifice located at 3320 West Adams Blvd., in Los Angeles, said Holman Pastor Kelvin Sauls. Margaret Prescod of KPFK radio’s Sojourner Truth show will serve as moderator. The panelists include Dolores Huerta, co-founder of the United Farm Workers; Kokayi Kwa Jitahidi, L.A. County Federation of Labor,

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Connecting faith and quilting leads to beautiful results, spiritually and literally

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorAugust 25, 2016

To the average mind, a link between faith and quilting is hazy at best. But, the Rev. Judi Wortham-Sauls clearly sees a connection. “Just like God use us as ordinary people to do extraordinary things, we can take scraps of fabric and create beautiful pieces of art called quilts,” she said. A quilter for 20 years, Wortham-Sauls credits her relatives with acquainting her to the craft. As a teen, her great-aunt showed her how to make quilts with handmade stitches and another aunt nourished her interest by teaching her additional skills. After marrying Pastor Kelvin Sauls of Holman United Methodist

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Holman UMC Hosts Zambia VP Wina

Cora Jackson-Fossett (Religion Editor)April 28, 2016

Pastor Kelvin Sauls and Holman United Methodist Church members welcomed Her Honor Inonge Mutukwa Wina, the vice president of the Republic of Zambia and the Honorary Consulate of Zambia and the Zambian Community, on April 17.

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Rev. Dr. Jeremiah Wright Shares ‘Rebuilding Your War Room’

Gayle Pollard-Terry (Contributing Writer)April 7, 2016

Were the friends and members who attended the Holman United Methodist Church second annual prayer breakfast on a plane? It sounded like that Saturday in White Fellowship Hall. “Welcome to this flight. We are prepared to take off to the heavens,” Rev. Judi Wortham-Sauls told the sold-out crowd. “Please make sure your attitude and blessings are in good shape…put away negativity and disappointment. And, if oxygen is needed, reach up and pull down a prayer, which will be automatically activated by faith. There will be no baggage. Now, let me tell you a little bit about our captain.” The Rev. Dr. Jeremiah

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Recent Events in the Local Faith Community

Cora Jackson-Fossett (Religion Editor)March 17, 2016

L.A. Community Celebrates Bishop Kirkland’s Retirement Hundreds of people attended the retirement celebration for Bishop Theodore and Episcopal Supervisor Mary Kirkland on March 11 at the Los Angeles Airport Hilton Hotel. L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti (right) was among the many elected officials on hand to present commendations. (photo by Clayton Everett/FAME Church) L.A. Councilman Curren Price and U.S. Congresswoman Karen Bass presented proclamations to Bishop Kirkland during the celebration. (photo by Clayton Everett/FAME Church) Bishop and Supervisor Kirkland pose with their daughters, grandson and sons-in-law. (photo by Clayton Everett/FAME Church) Holman United Methodist Welcomes Attorney General Harris The Rev. Kelvin Sauls,

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Holman UMC Hosts ‘Paying for College’ Seminar

Cora Jackson-Fossett (Sentinel Religion Editor)March 9, 2016

High school and community college students can learn about higher education financial resources at the “How To Pay For College” seminar at Holman United Methodist Church. The free session, sponsored by Holman Community Development Corporation, will be held on Saturday, March 12, at 2 p.m., in Holman’s L.L. White Hall, 3320 West Adams Boulevard in Los Angeles. The Rev. Kelvin Sauls is the host pastor. Attendees will learn about financial aid, scholarship applications and application websites, what parents should do, what students should do and pitfalls to avoid. To RSVP or obtain more information, call (323) 731-7285.

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Holman UMC Hosts HIV/AIDS Week of Impact

Cora Jackson-Fossett (Religion Editor)February 10, 2016

Holman United Methodist Church, in partnership with the AIDS Health Foundation, continues its “HIV/AIDS Week of Impact” activities with a Faith Leaders Teach-In. The event, set for Friday, February 12, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday, February 13, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., will held on Holman’s campus located at 3320 West Adams Blvd., in Los Angeles. The Rev. Kelvin Sauls is the host pastor. “This focused training is entitled, ‘The Black Church and HIV/AIDS: What Did Jesus Do?’ The teach-in will include presentations & conversations with medical professionals and pastors about strategies to move the Black

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Marian Wright Edelman receives Inaugural James M. Lawson, Jr. Humanitarian Award

Cynthia Gibson (Contributing Writer)December 9, 2015

Marian Wright Edelman, founder and president of the Children’s Defense Fund, was honored with the Inaugural James M. Lawson, Jr. Humanitarian Award during Holman United Methodist Church’s 70th Anniversary Gala at the Omni Hotel on December 4. Holman Senior Pastor Kelvin Sauls presided over the sold-out commemoration, which featured entertainment by the Holman Quartet, the Read Lead/Holman Freedom School Scholars, the Holman Singers featuring Linda Broadus-Miles and Christian comedian J-Red. Aundrae Russell, host of KJLH Radio’s Stella Award-winning program, “Spread the Word,” emceed the event. Holman’s 70th Anniversary Gala and the Inaugural James M. Lawson, Jr. Humanitarian Award were the

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The Gospel comes to Crenshaw via Taste of Soul

October 21, 2015

Praises to God fill the air at Brenda Marshall-Mitchell Gospel Stage! The presence of the Lord was in full force at the Taste of Soul (TOS) Brenda Marshall-Mitchell Gospel Stage. The largest crowd in the history of the stage lifted praises, shouts, and holy dances in response to the spirit-filled performances by an array of local and nationally known artists. Pastor Kelvin Sauls and Holman United Methodist Church returned for a second time to produce the event. Joining Holman’s effort were the Black McDonald’s Operators of Southern California Association, who sponsored the company’s Inspiration Celebration Gospel Tour. “This stage is a

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Holman UMC features Berger-Sweeney at 70th Anniversary Celebration

Sentinel News ServiceAugust 26, 2015

Joanne Berger-Sweeney, Ph.D., president of Trinity College in Hartford, Connecticut will be the guest speaker on Sunday, August 30, at 11 a.m., at Holman United Methodist Church, 3320 West Adams Boulevard in Los Angeles. “The Unity/Anniversary Sunday worship is part of Holman’s year-long celebration of our 70th Anniversary that is centered around the theme, ‘Honoring Our Legacy, Resetting Our Future.’ “Indeed Dr. Berger-Sweeney is part of the Holman legacy because she is an Angelina who grew up at Holman,” said Pastor Kelvin Sauls. Dr. Berger-Sweeney is the 22nd president of Trinity College, and began her tenure on July 1, 2014. An