Pastor Michael J. T. Fisher

Clergy Rally for Peace and Justice Before and After Chauvin Guilty Verdict

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorApril 21, 2021

A day before the guilty verdict in the Derek Chauvin trial, four Los Angeles-area pastors united to lead a rally for peace and justice, not matter what the outcome. Their timely actions not only reinforced their ties to the pulse of the public, but some people commented that the rally helped community members to prepare to remain calm. Fortunately, Chauvin was found guilty on April 20, of three counts of murder and manslaughter in the death of George Floyd, an African American man who was murdered on May 25, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Floyd died as a result of Chauvin pressing

Local Religion

Faith Leaders Urge People to Complete 2020 Census

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorMay 13, 2020

Persuading African Americans to complete the 2020 Census, especially in the midst of COVID-19, is no easy task, but several faith-based organizations are taking on the challenge. According to the Rev. Edward “Eddie” Anderson, pastor of McCarty Memorial Christian Church in Los Angeles, “Scripture reminds us that Jesus was born in Bethlehem because of the census. The census is important, my friends, because it says that I matter, my community matters and my Black life counts!” The Rev. Dr. Michael J.T. Fisher, pastor of Greater Zion Church Family in Compton and president of the Pastors of Compton; and the Rev.

Family Local

Ministers Reflect on Real Meaning of Christmas

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Staff WriterDecember 21, 2016

While the customs are good, three local faith leaders urge people to remember who and why we are celebrating