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Gatewood speaks at Praises of Zion

Sentinel News ServiceJuly 8, 2015

Dr. J. Benjamin Hardwick, pastor of Praises of Zion Baptist Church in Los Angeles, welcomed Dr. Hugh Dell Gatewood, president of the Women’s Auxiliary of the National Baptist Convention (NBC), USA, Inc., on June 28. Dr. Gatewood delivered a powerful message at the 7 a.m., and 11 a.m., worship services. Addressing the congregation, she said, “Strive toward the full knowledge that there is a true and living God and that through His Son, Jesus, we have forgiveness and redemption.” Dr. Hardwick, who is also president of the Western Baptist State Convention (WBSC), added, “We must continue to equip the people

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Call 2 Worship – July 9

July 8, 2015

Baptist Ministers Conference of L.A. and Southern California celebrates President’s Day at its weekly meeting on July 13, at 11 a.m., at Mount Moriah Baptist Church, 4269 S. Figueroa Street in Los Angeles. The Rev. Xavier Thompson is the BMCLA president and Dr. Melvin Wade, Sr., is the host pastor. Lewis Metropolitan C.M.E. Church salutes Pastor and Mrs. Wendell Oldham with a fellowship buffet on July 11, at 2 p.m., at 4900 S. Western Ave., in Los Angeles. The celebration continues on July 12, at 10:30 a.m., with guest preacher, Pastor Adam Stevenson of Warren Chapel C.M.E. Church. Call (323) 292-0179

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Episcopal Church Elects its first Black presiding bishop

July 2, 2015

Black Episcopalians throughout the Southland expressed God-praising delight upon hearing of the historic election of the Right Rev. Michael Curry as the first African American presiding bishop of the denomination. Bishop Curry won a landslide 121 votes, defeating three other candidates who each garnered 21 votes or less. The decision was affirmed on a vote of 800-12 by the House of Deputies, the voting body of clergy and lay participants at the Episcopal General Convention, which is the top legislative body of the church. “As soon as the names of the four nominees were made public, some of us were

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Congratulations, LGBT, but what’s your DBA!?

Larry Buford (Contributing Writer)July 2, 2015

Congratulations to the LGBT community on the Supreme Court’s 5-4 vote decision that the Constitution guarantees the right to same-sex marriage. I have accepted the fact that regardless of what the people say, judges – especially those non-elected – will pretty much do what they want. The problem I have is that there has been no discussion about differentiating the marriage of a man and a woman versus those of the same sex. I recently wrote about it in an article titled, “Marriage: Sorry that User Name is Taken,” and I’m serious about it! I am very concerned that my grandchildren

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‘Shida,’ the musical, features Jeannette Bayardelle

Roz Stevenson (Contributing Writer)July 2, 2015

Shida, a new musical, written and performed by Jeannette Bayardelle, star of The Color Purple and Hair on Broadway, directed by Andy Sandberg, will have a two-night, limited engagement in Los Angeles. Presented by I’m Every Woman Productions, performances will be on Friday, July 10, at 8 p.m., and Saturday, July 11, at 7 p.m. at West Angeles Performing Arts Theatre, 3020 Crenshaw Boulevard in Los Angeles. Set to a soulful score of rock, jazz, R&B and gospel music, Shida is a one-woman play, which runs 70-minutes without an intermission. Based on the true story of a young African-American girl

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First Ladies of Faith Saluted at Gala Event

Peggy Gentry and Mary J. Headley (Contributing Writers)July 1, 2015

The Golden State Grand Chapter Order of the Eastern Star, PHRA, recognized nine Christian women at the ‘Honoring Our Leaders of Today – First Ladies of Faith’ luncheon on April 25, in the ballroom of the Torrance Doubletree by Hilton Hotel. Grand Worthy Matron Estella Johnson envisioned the project. Project Chairperson, Ms. Cheryl Gray, was excited and honored to host the occasion. Among those honored were Mrs. Paulette Alexander, first lady at Holy Tabernacle of God Baptist Church in Inglewood; Mrs. Jacquelyn Langston Calloway, first lady at Bethel A.M.E. Church in Los Angeles; Mrs. Melinda Campbell, first lady at First

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Call 2 Worship – July 2

July 1, 2015

Southern Missionary Baptist Church hosts the Lord’s Table Celebration and Elder A.G. Smith Ordination Service on July 5, at 5 p.m., at 4678 W. Adams Blvd., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Xavier L. Thompson. On July 12, the 69th Church Anniversary services will be held. Baptist Ministers Conference of LA and Southern California features preaching by Pastor Donald Wilson of True Way Baptist Church at its weekly meeting on July 6, at 11 a.m., at Mount Moriah Baptist Church, 4269 S. Figueroa Street in Los Angeles. The Rev. Xavier Thompson is the BMCLA president and Dr. Melvin Wade, Sr., is

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Southern MBC hosts Church Development Conference

June 24, 2015

Maximizing ministry potential is the goal of the 2015 Church Development Conference sponsored by Southern Missionary Baptist Church (MBC) of Los Angeles. The four-day events aims to equip pastors, ministry leaders and congregations with scripture, tools and resources to effect positive change in churches and the community. The conference takes place on the campus of Southern MBC, located at 4678 West Adams Boulevard in Los Angeles. Sessions begin Saturday, July 18, at 10 a.m., and continues on Sunday, July 19, at 10 a.m., 12 p.m., and 5 p.m. On Monday, July 20, and Tuesday, July 21, workshops will start at 7 p.m.

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Securing God’s Sanctuary

Pastor Mark Whitlock, Christ Our Redeemer AME, IrvineJune 24, 2015

The vicious killing of nine people attending Bible Study at Emanuel A.M.E. Church in Charleston, SC, has created a national concern for church safety. Most churches, as did Emanuel A.M.E. Church, welcome random, unknown visitors. Do we know who is coming inside church doors? Seldom does the church investigate a new person’s background to determine if the person has been diagnosed mentally unstable, prone to violence, pedophiles, rapists, or has a violent criminal history. Many large and small churches don’t have external and internal security cameras, metal detectors, armed security guards, or published security policies. Often, children are left alone

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Local Ministry struggles to aid vets and poor

June 24, 2015

The One God – One Spirit – One Body Ministry continues to make a difference in South Los Angeles by providing veterans and the disadvantaged with housing, food and spiritual guidance. Founded in 1980 by Sister Malaika Evans, the ministry operates out of an eight bedroom, two-bathroom home affectionately referred to as Africa House. “My thought process was that since my mother was such a giver and she had pretty much inculcated herself in me to give back, I wanted to do something that had not been done before,” said Evans. “I have never regretted having

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Second AME salutes Luerena Williams

June 24, 2015

Cheers, laughter and applause filled the room as Pastor Robert Ned and members of Second AME Church’s Golden Glory Senior Club saluted Luerena Williams on June 16. During a ‘This Is Your Life’ presentation, family, friends and parishioners paid tribute for her faithfulness to God and Second AME where she serves as a missionary, stewardess and deaconess.

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Curry Temple honors Pastor Willie McDaniel

Sentinel News ServiceJune 24, 2015

The members of Curry Temple C.M.E. Church will salute their pastor, the Rev. Willie L. McDaniel, on his second anniversary as their spiritual leader. The tribute begins on Friday, June 26, at 7:30 p.m., in the edifice located at 322 West Rosecrans Avenue in Compton. The guests will be Pastor Adam Stevenson and Warren Chapel of C.M.E. Church. Also, the choirs from Crossroads United Methodist Church and First United Methodist Church of Compton will perform. On Sunday, June 28, at 3 p.m., the celebration will conclude with Bishop Raymond A. McKinley and Golden West Baptist Church along with the Occidental

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Call 2 Worship

June 24, 2015

National Kidney Foundation for Southern California holds a free ‘Keep Healthy’ Kidney Screening on June 27, at 9 a.m., at St. John’s Well Child and Family Center, 818 W. 58th St., in Los Angeles. Clinician consultations, preliminary health surveys, and health checks will be offered. To pre-register, call (800) 747-5527, extension 543. Ward A.M.E. Church hosts a Foreclosure Prevention Workshop on June 27, at 10 a.m., at 1177 W. 25th St., in Los Angeles, said Pastor John E. Cager III. Counselors will be on hand to assist struggling homeowners. The public is invited to attend. To register, call (855) 286-4912,

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Trinity Baptist hosts ‘Gala Affair’ at L.A. Mission

June 17, 2015

In an effort to bless others as God blessed them, Pastor Alvin Tunstill, Jr., and the members of Trinity Baptist Church united with the Los Angeles Mission to offer a range of services to people residing on the city’s skid row. The day-long ‘Gala Affair,’ held on May 30, provided free haircuts, manicures, and foot-washing along with food, prizes and eighty $25 gift cards to more than 500 men, women and children. Also, Brian Ferguson, director of Trinity’s Homeless Ministry, performed as ‘Christian the Clown’ and the ‘Giant Man on Stilts.’ Explaining the reason behind the event, Pastor Tunstill said,

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United Methodist Men honor Lindo as ‘Man of the Year’

Sentinel News ServiceJune 17, 2015

Author and theologian Dr. Osmond A. Lindo Sr., will be honored as ‘Man of the Year’ during the Fathers’ Day Dinner and Concert on Sunday, June 21, at 4 p.m., at Hollypark United Methodist Church, 13000 South Van Ness Avenue in Gardena. Dr. Lindo, author of the recently published book, ‘Real Men Read Jesus’ Parables’ will receive the award from the United Methodist Men of the Western Jurisdiction. Larry Dozier, president of United Methodist Men for the Jurisdiction, said that Dr. Lindo was selected because of the work that he has done to lead men to Christ, much of which