Rev. Dr. Sonja R. Dawson

Words of the Week – The Benefits of Walking With the Father

Genesis 22: 7-8

7 Isaac spoke to Abraham his father and said, “My father!” And he said, “Here I am, my son.” And he said, “Behold, the fire and the wood, but where is the lamb for the burnt offering?” 8 Abraham said, “God will provide for Himself the lamb for the burnt offering, my son.” So the two of them walked on together.

Word of Encouragement Marks 4th Year of Ministry

Founding Pastor Najuma Smith-Pollard and WOE congregation plan breakfast celebration In 2014, after four years of much prayer and preparation, the Rev. Dr. D. Najuma Smith-Pollard founded Word of Encouragement Community Church (WOECC) in Los Angeles. At the time, she told the Sentinel, “The new assignment has been a passion brewing in my heart since 2010. But, I was clear then that I needed to remain steadfast where I was and wait on the timing of the Lord.” When God gave the sign, Smith-Pollard launched WOECC and now, she and the congregation will mark their 4th year of Christian and

New Mt. Calvary holds celebration for Pastor Dawson

The members of New Mount Calvary Missionary Baptist Church will recognize both the 5th anniversary and birthday of their pastor, the Rev. Dr. Sonja R. Dawson. The dual celebration takes place on Sunday, January 24, during three worship services in the edifice located at 402 E. El Segundo Blvd., in Los Angeles. At the 7:30 a.m. worship, Pastor Geremy Dixon of First Church of God Inglewood will preach. Pastor Najuma Smith-Pollard of Word of Encouragement Community Church will deliver the sermon at the 10:45 a.m. service. The Grand Anniversary and Birthday Celebration kicks-off at 3 p.m. The guests are Pastor

New Mt. Calvary celebrates Women’s Day

Excitement is building at New Mount Calvary Missionary Baptist Church as they prepare for their Annual Women’s Day Celebration. Events begin on Sunday, November 8, at 3 p.m., with the Pre-Women’s Day Celebration. The theme is “Praising God with One Voice” based on Matthew 18:20. On Sunday, November 15, at 7:30 a.m., 10:45 a.m., and 3 p.m., the Annual Women’s Day Celebration takes place. The 2015 Woman of the Year will also be crowned. “We are excited to celebrate the faithfulness of New Mt. Calvary Women’s Ministry as well as their commitment to service and excellence in ministry. Our theme