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Words of the Week – Shelter in Place

Rev. Dr. Mary S. Minor, Contributing WriterApril 22, 2020

Scripture: John 20:1; 11-18, NIV The U.S. government said that the week of April 5 would be the toughest week of the coronavirus pandemic! That week was Holy Week. It commemorated Jesus’ toughest week! On Sunday, Palm Sunday, Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a colt. The crowd shouted, “Hosanna!” and waved palm branches. By Thursday, Jesus had the Last Supper with his disciples. He was arrested in the Garden of Gethsemane and dragged from one kangaroo court to another. The same crowd that shouted “Hosanna” on Sunday cried “Crucify Him!” on Thursday. On Friday, following betrayal, arrest, desertion, false trials,

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Words of the Week – Go Home

Rev. Dr. Mary S. Minor, Contributing WriterMarch 25, 2020

Scripture: Isaiah 26:20-21 I know many of you are asking, “Why has God allowed the coronavirus to ravish the world?” You are wondering, “Why am I confined in my house?” “Why does God allow houses of worship to be impacted?” If you’re not asking these questions, I am asking them for you. I don’t claim to know the answers to these questions. In my search for answers to these questions, I did find it on television. The CNN pundits didn’t know the answers. I didn’t hear it on the radio. The answers were not found in astrology. In my opinion,

“Don’t Tap Your Neighbor:” Black Faith Leaders Respond to Coronavirus Crisis

Aldon Thomas Stiles California Black MediaMarch 19, 2020

Many faith-based organizations are encouraging their members to follow public health guidelines to help slow the spread of COVID-19.

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Faith Leaders Urge Members to Adopt Coronavirus Prevention Guidelines

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorMarch 11, 2020

Many congregants received pastoral letters outlining worship etiquette in light of the increase in coronavirus or COVID-19 cases across the nation. The messages reiterate the guidelines that medical professionals have recommended to protect public health. The recommendations include frequent hand washing, using hand sanitizers, remaining home if sick and consulting your doctor if experiencing flu-like symptoms. “We are prayerfully providing the guidelines for consideration as a church family. We believe these guidelines will allow us to collectively and individually prepare appropriately,” wrote Bishop Charles E. Blake, Sr. in an email to the West Angeles Church of God in Christ membership.

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Brookins-Kirkland AME Holds Gwen Ifill Stamp Tribute

Sentinel News ServiceMarch 4, 2020

On Feb. 23, Pastor Mary S. Minor and the congregation of Brookins-Kirkland Community AME Church in Los Angeles paid tribute to the late journalist, Gwen Ifill, who is featured on the U.S. Postal Service’s 2020 Black Heritage Stamp and members who worked for the post office.

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Local Clergy Share Christmas Wishes for Black Community

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorDecember 19, 2019

As the celebration of the birth of Christ nears, the Sentinel surveyed several local clergy for their replies to the question: What are one-to-two Christmas wishes that you would extend to the L.A.-area African American community and why? The following are the responses that we received. Pastor Mary S. Minor, Brookins-Kirkland Community AME Church: “During the season of Christmas, Christians recant the night when Jesus was born. There was no room in the inn. He was born homeless. Today, many persons (including children) know firsthand what it means to be homeless. “My wish is that the county and city of

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Lindsey Preaches at Brookins-Kirkland AME

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorNovember 27, 2019

“Your breakthrough is next,” proclaimed the Rev. Roosevelt Lindsey, Jr., as he delivered a dynamic sermon on Nov. 17, at Brookins-Kirkland Community AME Church in Los Angeles. BKCAME Pastor Mary S. Minor invited Lindsey, presiding elder of the L.A. South-Las Vegas District of the Southern California Conference of the AME Church, to preach before her congregation, which includes retired Bishop T. Larry Kirkland, Sr., retired Episcopal Supervisor Mary L. Kirkland, as well as Lindsey and his wife, Dr. Kaye Lindsey. Lindsey did not disappoint as he brought a message that emphasized God’s omnipotence and the power of prayer. Urging parishioners

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L.A.-area Ministries Plan Various Events to Highlight Upcoming Holidays

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorNovember 13, 2019

Los Angeles-area ministries will observe the Thanksgiving holiday with a range of activities. The following list highlights some of the worship services, dinners and other plans shared with the Sentinel. Bethel Missionary Baptist Church – The Rev. Dr. Reginald A. Pope, pastor of Bethel, announce that his congregation will partner with the Black Peace Officers Association to share turkeys and food items with the community on Saturday, Nov. 23 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., on the church campus located at 10905 S. Compton Ave., in Los Angeles. A second turkey distribution to the community takes place on Tuesday, Nov. 26, from

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BKCAME Welcomes Deputy Chief Scott

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorOctober 23, 2019

The Mary M. Kidd Women’s Missionary Society of Brookins-Kirkland Community AME Church recently hosted an information session featuring LAPD Deputy Chief Regina Scott, the first Black woman to hold the position in the history of the department. Scott shared safety tips, crime data, job information and LAPD advancements with the audience. Participants included Audrey Fletcher, WMS president; Deon Bell, BKCAME youth member, Scott and BKCAME Pastor Mary S. Minor. Brookins-Kirkland Community AME Church is located at 3719 W. Slauson Ave., in Los Angeles. For information, call (323) 296-5610 or visit bcamechurchla.org.

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Community Pays Tribute to Rev. Dr. Cecil Murray on his 90th Birthday

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorOctober 2, 2019

Hundreds of people from throughout the country descended on L.A. to celebrate the 90th birthday of the Rev. Dr. Cecil L. “Chip” Murray. A joyous birthday worship service, hosted by Pastor Rethis Murry and the members of Holy Trinity AME Church in Long Beach, was held on Sept. 20, followed by a reception in Dr. Murray’s honor at USC on Sept. 26. Both occasions attracted overflowing crowds expressing their love and respect for Murray’s legacy. The legendary theologian, who served 27 years as pastor of the historic First AME Church of Los Angeles, led thousands to Christ and guided Angelenos

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Brookins-Kirkland AME Holds Annual Missionary Day

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorJuly 3, 2019

The Mary M. Kidd Women’s Missionary Society of Brookins-Kirkland Community AME Church held a spirit-filled Annual Missionary Day on June 23. The theme was “This Is Us: We Are Called to Strengthen Our Faith Through Ministry” based on Philippians 2:1-5. Pastor Mary S. Minor and WMS president Audrey Fletcher welcomed the Rev. Noella Austin Buchanan as the guest preacher. Buchanan delivered a powerful word entitled, “Draw Me Nearer,” where she encouraged the congregation to consecrate themselves to be closer to God. Also, Jan McKnight received the “Outstanding Missionary Award” for her leadership in organizing the annual clothes giveaway, coordinating outreach

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Community Lenten Caravan Ends with Donations to Worthy Causes

April 24, 2019

The Community Lenten Caravan (CLC), a series of services hosted by eight AME churches, concluded the April 17 worship at Bethel AME-L.A. by assisting others. Continuing their long tradition, the pastors of the sponsoring churches presented financial donations to the Long Beach/Lakewood Department of Children and Family Services and the Rev. Dr. Francine Brookins, pastor of Bethel AME in Fontana and a candidate for bishop in the AME Church. Bishop Clement W. Fugh, presiding prelate of the AME Church Fifth Episcopal District, was also on hand to congratulate the recipients and lend support to Brookins’ candidacy. “Francine has a tremendous

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Ridley-Thomas Taps BKCAME as Satellite Office for Community Healing for Grief and Loss

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorApril 10, 2019

In the wake of the March 31 murder of Ermias Asghedom, known worldwide as Nipsey Hussle, L.A. County Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas has been at the forefront of engaging resources to stop the violence and heal the community in South Los Angeles. On April 5, he joined with Dr. Barbara Ferrer, L.A. County public health director, to open the Office of Violence Prevention. The new initiative, headquartered at the MLK Center for Public Health, will provide a range of programs for individuals and families to reduce violence and address trauma. “The scourge of gun violence has affected too many in our

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Christmas Message – Eager Expectation

Rev. Dr. Mary S. Minor, Contributing WriterDecember 19, 2018

Scripture: Romans 8:18-21, NIV This is the season of Advent. We celebrate hope. The Bible emphasizes faith, hope, and love as our three essentials. Each is necessary for a vibrant faith, they are different from each other, but are related. They are like three sisters. Hope says, “I know things will work out, I just don’t know how or when!” Her sister, Faith, says, “Things have already worked out” (even before they do in actual experience). Love says, “Even if they don’t work out, even if I don’t understand what’s going on, nothing can separate me from the affection God

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Brookins-Kirkland AME Welcomes Zeta Phi Beta Sorors

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorNovember 14, 2018

Pastor Mary S. Minor and the members of Brookins-Kirkland Community AME Church welcomed representatives of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority on Nov. 11, who were promoting Prematurity Awareness Month. Members of UCLA’s Nu Lambda and L.A.’s Alpha Psi Zeta Chapters shared information about the rising numbers of premature births in the Black community and urged the congregation to assist the sorority’s nationwide efforts to combat this crisis.