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Call 2 Worship – August 9
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Call 2 Worship – August 9

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorAugust 8, 2018

Bethany Prayer Temple Holy Church presents Annual Community Day on August 11, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 612 W. 95th St., in Los Angeles, said Pastor A.R. Lancaster. Free clothing, shoes, toys, refreshments and health screenings will be available.  To learn more, call (310) 714-5168. Carson Community Deliverance Center Church holds its Women’s Prayer Service on August 11, at 10 a.m., at 555 E. 220th St., in Carson.  The public is invited to attend for worship and prayer.  For information, call (310) 835-7905. Grant AME Church presents “Hatt-A-Tude Afternoon Tea” on August 11, at 11:30 a.m., at 10435 S. Central Ave., in

Hundreds Enjoy Health and Financial Resources at WACDC FAITH Expo
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Hundreds Enjoy Health and Financial Resources at WACDC FAITH Expo

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorJuly 18, 2018

More than 300+ people converged at the exhibit hall behind West Angeles Cathedral for the Financial Awareness Investing in Total Health (FAITH) Expo on July 14. Sponsored by the West Angeles Community Development Corporation (WACDC), the event connected South L.A. residents with 50 agencies offering financial services, health and fitness information, wealth building strategies, and asset protection products. Also, face-painting, backpack giveaways, and a game truck were available to entertain young people. Bishop Charles E. Blake, Sr., WACDC chairman emeritus and pastor West Angeles Church of God in Christ, and Dr. Belinda Allen, WACDC executive director, were on hand to

Prominent Civil Rights Leader John Mack Remembered
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Prominent Civil Rights Leader John Mack Remembered

Talley Morton, Sentinel InternJuly 12, 2018

A prominent leader wherever he went, Mack was well known for his transformative work with the Los Angeles Urban League, which he revitalized and used to aid 100,000 people annually. He made a tremendous impact on the Los Angeles community and others around the nation. His legacy stretches from Washington, D.C. to Michigan, from Atlanta to North Carolina. Mack’s activism and dedication to improving the livelihood of others was mentioned throughout the service. 

West Angeles CDC Hosts FAITH Expo
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West Angeles CDC Hosts FAITH Expo

Sentinel News ServiceJuly 11, 2018

West Angeles Community Development Corporation will sponsor the Financial Awareness Investing in Total Health (FAITH) Expo. The event takes place on Saturday, July 14, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at West Angeles Church of God in Christ, 3600 S. Crenshaw Blvd., in Los Angeles. The Right Rev. Charles E. Blake, COGIC presiding prelate, is the host pastor. According to Executive Director Belinda Allen, “The FAITH Expo will feature education and resource series on financial products and services, health and fitness, wealth building strategies, and asset protection. “Also, this event will help prepare consumers to compete for financial products, acquire

Call 2 Worship – July 12
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Call 2 Worship – July 12

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorJuly 11, 2018

West Angeles Church of God in Christ features Evangelist Wes Morgan on July 15, at 8 a.m. and 11 a.m., at 3600 S. Crenshaw Blvd., in Los Angeles, said COGIC Presiding Bishop and Pastor Charles E. Blake, Sr. Morgan will also lead the Substance Abuse Revival – “Let’s Celebrate Recovery” on July 16-17, at 7 p.m., at the West Angeles North Campus, 3045 S. Crenshaw Blvd., in Los Angeles. Dr. Ronald Simmons, director, and the Substance Abuse Department will host the revival. To learn more, call (323) 855-4695. Save Our Sons Prison/Justice Ministry meets July 15, at 2:30 p.m., at

Love, Peace and Happiness Holds Living Word Conference
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Love, Peace and Happiness Holds Living Word Conference

Sentinel News ServiceMay 23, 2018

Bishop Leon and Dr. Jacqueline Martin and Love, Peace and Happiness Family Christian Fellowship Church will host their Annual Living Word Conference 2018 beginning Monday, June 4, through Sunday, June 10, at their edifice located at 4951 South Figueroa St., in Los Angeles. “This conference will be like none other, as it will not be a traditional conference. Rather, it will be an anointed and glorious time of fellowship as the spirit of God flows and rejuvenate the body of Christ,” said Bishop Martin. “An invitation is extended to everyone to be a part of this spirit-filled occasion that is

Judge Mablean Speaks at West Angeles COGIC
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Judge Mablean Speaks at West Angeles COGIC

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorMay 9, 2018

The Mother’s Day/Women’s Day Celebration at West Angeles Church of God in Christ will feature Judge Mablean Ephriam as the guest speaker. The service takes place on Sunday, May 13, at the 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. worship at West Angeles Cathedral, 3600 S. Crenshaw Blvd., in Los Angeles. COGIC Presiding Bishop Charles E. Blake, Sr. is the pastor. Also, a concert and program will be held at 7 p.m., in the North Campus sanctuary located at 3045 S. Crenshaw Blvd., in Los Angeles. Inviting the public to attend, First Lady Mae L. Blake said, “Judge Mablean will enlighten, entertain

Call 2 Worship – March 29
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Call 2 Worship – March 29

March 28, 2018

West Angeles Church of God in Christ holds a Good Friday Service on March 30, at 12 p.m., in its North Campus sanctuary, 3045 S. Crenshaw Blvd., in Los Angeles, said COGIC Presiding Bishop Charles E. Blake, Sr., pastor. On April 1, Resurrection Sunday services will be held at 8 a.m. and 11 a.m., in the West Angeles Cathedral, 3600 S. Crenshaw Blvd., in Los Angeles. Visit westa.org for information. Brookins-Kirkland Community AME Church plans its Resurrection Sunday service on April 1, at 9 a.m., at 3719 W. Slauson Blvd., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Mary S. Minor. At 8

West Angeles COGIC Hosts Evangelist Morris Cerullo
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West Angeles COGIC Hosts Evangelist Morris Cerullo

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorJanuary 24, 2018

  An overflowing crowd came out to West Angeles Church of God in Christ – North Campus on Jan. 14 to hear the preaching and testimonies of international evangelist Morris Cerullo, at left with COGIC Presiding Bishop Charles E. Blake, Sr. Cerullo, who founded Morris Cerullo World Evangelism in 1961, has been in ministry for more than seven decades. Dedicated to helping hurting people, Cerullo has ministered to millions in 93 nations. He currently travels more than 250,000 miles every year to preach healing and salvation to the world.

Call 2 Worship – January 11
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Call 2 Worship – January 11

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorJanuary 10, 2018

Pleasant Hill Baptist Church offers Christian Education Institute Classes on Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m., at 2009 West Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard in Los Angeles, said Bishop Sylvester Washington, senior pastor.  The sessions include Introduction to Evangelism, Methods and Techniques of Evangelism, Group Counseling and Responding to False Doctrines. Call (323) 293-6448 for registration and information. Miracle Temple Church of God Pentecostal hosts Revival 2018 from Jan. 11 to Feb. 9, at 7 p.m., at 733 S. Grevillea Ave., in Inglewood, said Bishop Johnny J. Young, senior pastor. The revivalists include Elder Magellan Harris on Jan. 11, Bishop-elect Jonathan Young

West Angeles COGIC Welcomes Civil Rights Icon Andrew Young
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West Angeles COGIC Welcomes Civil Rights Icon Andrew Young

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorNovember 29, 2017

Civil rights icon Andrew Young will grace the pulpit of West Angeles Church of God in Christ on Sunday, Dec. 3. The world renowned statesman and ordained minister is scheduled to deliver sermons at the 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. worship services held in the West Angeles Cathedral, 3600 S. Crenshaw Blvd., in Los Angeles. “We are honored to present Rev. Andrew Young to preach at West Angeles Church,” said Bishop Charles E. Blake, Sr., COGIC presiding prelate and pastor of West Angeles.   “He served and fought for freedom and justice by the side of Dr. Martin Luther King,

Local Artists Bring Spectacular Praise to TOS Gospel Stage
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Local Artists Bring Spectacular Praise to TOS Gospel Stage

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorOctober 11, 2017

Holman UMC presents L.A.-area’s top inspirational performers at Brenda Marsh-Mitchell Stage A dynamic lineup of L.A.-area inspiration artists will bring spectacular praise and worship to the Taste of Soul’s (TOS) Brenda Marsh-Mitchell Gospel Stage (BMM). The performers will join national artists in delivering musical messages of hope and joy at the nation’s largest family festival on Saturday, October 21, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., along Crenshaw Boulevard from Rodeo Blvd. to Stocker Avenue. The BMM stage will be located at the intersection of Crenshaw and Martin Luther King Boulevards. According to TOS creator and Sentinel Executive Publisher Danny Bakewell,

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West Angeles CDC Continues to Soar with New Leadership

Niele Anderson, Contributing Writer October 4, 2017

  Dr. Lula Ballton is former CEO of West Angeles CDC and current president of the National Community Development, COGIC, International. With Dr. Ballton’s support and the blessing of senior pastor, Bishop Charles E. Blake, Dr. Belinda Allen takes the reign as executive director of West Angeles CDC.  West Angeles Community Development Corporation recently held a “Meet & Greet” luncheon at one of its community enhancement projects, the West Angeles Villas located in the Crenshaw District to inform and engage community stakeholders regarding existing programs, community revitalization projects and introduce its interim executive director, Dr. Belinda Allen. Dr. Allen was