Beyond the Shock: Sustainable Reimagination for Just Democracy in America
November 20, 2024
Though disappointed and disgusted, I’m not devastated nor dismayed about the outcome of the U.S. presidential and congressional elections.
Breaking News
- LACMA Showcases ‘Imagining Black Diasporas: 21st-Century Art and Poetics’ Exhibit
- Sheenway School and Culture Center — Educating Youth to Lead the Future Over 50 Years
- Record-Breaking Hate Crimes Against Black Angelenos on the Rise
- Los Angeles Rams and LAPD Spread Holiday Cheer with Annual Sleigh Ride
- Heather Hutt Sworn-in as Councilwoman for L.A.’s 10th District
- Visit Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza for Holiday Photos with Santa
- Homeless and Their Advocates Speak Out in New Film, ‘WE, the Vulnerable of LA’
- The Congressman Wore Sneakers: An Evening With Hakeem Jeffries
- Brotherhood Crusade Honors SEIU President April Verrett at 2024 Pioneer of African American Achievement Award Dinner
- Athletes in $2.8 billion college lawsuit tell judge they want to create a players’ association
- Cal, UNLV Inspire La Tijera Students at Day of Play
- Student Athlete of the Week: Koa Seymour
- Where Art Meets Purpose: The Dancing Odyssey of Dwight Rhoden
Rev. Kelvin Sauls
Beyond Unity, An Urgent Call Towards Equitable Belonging
July 15, 2024
While condolences and prayers of comfort for recovery are much needed considering the callous events in Butler, PA, it should not be lost to us that vile verbal vitriol in any volatile political environment WILL make conditions conducive for physical violence.
Words of the Week – Jesus Got Up! When Will You Rise Up?
April 17, 2024
Resurrection Sunday is a launchpad for a season of personal renewal and societal revival!
Memorial Service for Bishop Jan Sauls
April 3, 2024
Bishop Jan Sauls of South Africa, the oldest brother of the Rev. Kelvin Sauls of Los Angeles, passed away on March 26 after a brief illness.
Words of the Week – Why America May Still Go to Hell – Part 2
January 25, 2024
Blessed 95th birthday, Dr. King!!! You will only rest in peace when we allow your power to rise in and through each one of us to organize and mobilize.
Words of the Week – Why America May STILL Go to Hell -Part 1
January 18, 2024
Dr. Martin Luther King linked racism, materialism, and war as America’s enduring legislative, economic, and military tanks traveling over many similar bridges today. This is why “America May STILL Go to Hell!”
Words of the Week – Waging Peace Amid Raging Wars
December 21, 2023
One of the greatest gifts this festive season, is pursuing and practicing “the peace of God which passes all understanding.” Reach for it! Be it! Realize it! Become it!
Sanctuary of Hope Sponsors L.A. Youth Delegation to Cuba
August 17, 2023
Sanctuary of Hope’s (SOH) Destinations program recently took a delegation to Cuba for an educational and humanitarian trip.
L.A. Commends Rev. Kelvin Sauls for Aiding the City’s Homeless Community
July 6, 2023
Years of collaborating with faith and municipal leaders to reduce homelessness resulted in the Rev. Kelvin Sauls being recognized by the Los Angeles Housing Services Authority (LAHSA) and L.A. Mayor Karen Bass on Friday, June 23.
Bass Talks Public Safety, Housing, and Policing at Virtual Community Forum
March 2, 2022
Mayoral candidate Karen Bass met with more than 50 African American citizens of Los Angeles to outline her agenda regarding several hot-button issues affecting the Black community.
Haynes Tackles Mental Health at Macedonia Summer Revival
August 22, 2019
As anxiety sweeps America, the Rev. Dr. Freddie Haynes stopped by Macedonia Baptist Church to offer solutions to soothe stress-related tensions.
Known as a prophetic international leader and passionate social activist, Haynes is the pastor of the Friendship-West Baptist Church in Dallas, Texas, which boasts a membership exceeding 12,000.
‘Church at the Park’ Brings Promotes Peace in South L.A.
August 14, 2019
“Me and my wife were walking in the neighborhood and they told us to come over to the park. Everyone was nice to us and they gave us food and clothes and we danced and had fun,” said South Los Angeles resident Louis Sanchez. Upwards of 2000 men, women and children made their way to the 3rdAnnual “Church at the Park” held at the historic South Park, located at 345 E. 51st Street in South Los Angeles. Pastor Shep Crawford, and co-pastor, Dr. Shalonda Crawford, of Experience Christian Ministries (ECM), led the festival-styled event, which aimed to promote peace and unity in
TOS Gospel Stage Draws Thousands with Powerful Praise
October 25, 2017
The spirit of the Lord descended with power on the Brenda Marsh-Mitchell Gospel Stage at the 12Hezekiahth Annual Taste of Soul Family Festival (TOS) on Oct. 21. The incredible praise party attracted the largest crowd ever with thousands of people on hand to hear regional and local artists deliver joyous music filled with worship, hope and the love of God. With KJLH broadcaster Aundre Russell and Christian comedian J Redd serving as emcees, L.A.-area gospel singers kicked-off the first half of the program. The audience rose to its feet upon hearing selections such as “Thank You, Lord, For Blessing Me
Blake Organizes Huge Donation Drive to Aid Hurricane Victims
September 7, 2017
An unusual Labor Day celebration took place at West Angeles Church of God in Christ (COGIC) on Sept. 4, as Bishop Charles E. Blake, Sr. launched the first regional donation drive to aid victims of Hurricane Harvey in the Houston, Texas metropolitan area. Scores of vehicles descended upon the church’s parking lot to drop off non-perishable food, bottled water, toiletries, diapers, baby formula, women’s sanitary products, new undergarments, new children’s clothing, new adult clothing, cleaning products, plastic garbage pails, plastic trash bags, shovels and tools. Also, L.A. Lakers president Ervin “Magic” Johnson secured a donation of 300 pairs of shoes
Holman United Hosts US Senator Kamala Harris at Packed Town Hall
April 26, 2017
US Senator for California. Kamala Harris held her first town hall meeting in South Los Angeles at Holman United Methodist Church, and used the Los Angeles Sentinel’s Facebook feed to stream the event live.