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Trinity Baptist Church Celebrates 15 Years for Pastor and Dr. Tunstill See Page 2

Beulah Baptist Church Celebrates 21 Years for Pastor & Wife Dr. & Sis. Robert Taylor

Bethel School of Evangelism begins Spring Quarter

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Greater Mt. Olive Celebrates 57 years

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SUNDAY, APRIL 3, 2011 • VOLUME III NO. 37

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Family and Friends Day at Good Tidings See Page 7

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THIRTEENTH APPRECIATION FOR DR. & MRS. JOHNNY V. BAYLOR

serves as the President of General Mission, Sunday School Teacher of Class #1, member of the Helen Henderson Memorial Choir and the Radio and TV Announcer for the Victory B.C. Broadcast Ministry. Dr. Toms is a loving mother of 3 and grandmother of four. She has many years of service with the Los Angeles District Association (LADA), Western Baptist State Convention (WBSC) and the National Baptist Convention (NBC). She is currently President of the Women’s Dept. of the WBSC and Asst. Executive Secretary of the LADA. Dr. Toms is the Past President of the Women’s Dept. of the LADA. We are so blessed to have this Dynamic SisterIn-Christ to be our morning speaker. Our 3:30 p.m. speaker will be Dr. Edwina Faye Lewis, member of Bible Enrichment Fellowship International Church, located in Inglewood, California, under the leadership of Dr. Beverly (BAM) Crawford. Dr. Lewis is special to St. John because she grew up here as a youth and to see how she has blossomed in the Lord’s service, truly warms our hearts. During this service, we will also be blessed by a Praise Dance Ministry. The music for the entire day will be furnished by the Melodious Voices of the St. John Women’s Chorus, under the capable leadership of Sis. Cassandra Morris, Directress. Colors chosen for the day are: SHADES OF PINK and WHITE. We are anticipating a Great time, lifting up the name of Jesus, because He is Worthy of all our Praise! Remember: All roads will lead to St. John on April 17th. You will truly miss a blessing, if you miss this day! Our church is located at: 936 W. 49th St. (between Vermont and Hoover) L.A. California, 90037. Phone # 323-7520855. Lovingly Submitted, Sis Rebecca HarrisCoordinator, Sis. Rietta Johnson- Chairperson, Sis. Cheryl Moffitt-Co-Chairperson, Rev. James A. Brooks, Pastor.

“Our Pastor: Boldly Standing Before God’s People, Rightly Dividing the Word of Truth” Galatians 1:1-9

DR. & MRS. JOHNNY BAYLOR

BISHOP KENNETH ULMER

PASTOR WELTON PLEASANT

The Judson Church family invites you to join us in our tribute to our pastor & First Lady in commemoration of thirteen years of faithful service. Dr. and Mrs. Baylor will be honored on Sunday, Mach 27, 2011, 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, April 3, 2011, 5:00 p.m. Pastor Welton Pleasant is the Guest Speaker on Sunday, March 27 and Bishop Kenneth C. Ulmer is the Speaker on Sunday, April 3. Jududson Baptist Church is located at 451 East 223rd Street, Carson, CA. for additional information, please call the Church Office at (310) 834-2630.

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“Oh give thanks to the Lord, for He is good. For His mercy endures forever.” Psalm 118:12. Sunday, April 17th, the Women of St John will be observing our Annual Day. This will be our 58th year of observance. The theme chosen for the day is: “Women: Praising and Thanking the Lord, for His Grace and Mercy.” Philippians 3:13, Jeremiah 33:3. We will have 2 services, 11 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. We are blessed to have Dr. Benecia Toms, as our 11 a.m. speaker. She is spirit-filled Women of God and a Dynamic Leader. Dr. Toms is a member of Victory Baptist Church, located in Los Angeles, under the leadership of Rev. W. Edward Jenkins, Senior Pastor. Dr. Toms is very active in her church. She

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St. John Missionary Baptist Church Observes Annual Women’s Day

DR. BENECIA TOMS

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GREATER EBENEZER MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH OBSERVE CONVOCATION “2011” ARPIL 13, 14, 15 @ 6:30pm GENERAL THEME: “YOU ARE MY WITNESSES, SAITH THE LORD.” (Scriptures: Isaiah 43:1013; Philippians 2:14,16)

PASTOR SOLOMON L. DRAKE

PASTOR SYLVESTER WASHINGTON

PASTOR ALBERT NICHOLAS

PASTOR WILLIAM EPPS

PASTOR LOVELY HAYNES

These three nights will bring Believers together in prayer, praise, worship and in-depth Bible study for all ages: Pre-K, Children, Junior, Teen, Young Adults, seniors, men and women who have a desire and thirst to grow in Christ. Dedicated workers from all of the Ministries of Greater Ebenezer will be involved from greetings and registration, Theme Speakers, choirs, Praise and Worship Leaders, Deacons/ Deaconess along with spirit filled teacher from our Associate Ministers, Sunday school, Church Training and Youth ministries sharing the word of God in the various age level classes designed with everyone in mind to benefit from this great gathering. Joining us PASTOR JAMES S. MCKNIGHT PASTOR HAROLD L. MITCHELL PASTOR REGINALD POPE in these nights of praising and studying to become more alert and stronger in the faith will be esteemed men of God, Pastors from across the city and county Assembly speakers: The Reverends Sylvester Washington, Pleasant Hill B.C. -Wednesday. Albert Nicholas, of Los Angeles in the persons of our nightly General Pilgrim B.C.- Thursday and Williams Epps, Second Baptist Church –Friday. This night will culminate our

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2011 Convocation and another year where Believers have gathered to better understand and apply God’s word in all things Our distinguished Clergy Class Instructors are: The Reverends Lovely Haynes, St. Mark B.C.; Perry Jones, Messiah B.C.; James S. McKnight, New Hope B.C.; Harold L. Mitchell, Greater Emmanuel MBC, and Reginald Pope, Bethel MBC. You are invited and most welcome to join us. We guarantee you will have an inspirational, informative, uplifting and hallelujah time as we individually and collectively press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. Philippians 3:14. Mark your calendar! Come and share in the Blessings. Greater Ebenezer is located at 5300 South Denker Avenue, Los Angeles, California. There will be plenty of parking. Doors will open at 6:00pm. Dr. Solomon L. Drake Pastor

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87 Years Old ........… And You Would Never Know It!

DR. & MRS. JEROME FISHER, PAUL CARRION HOMETOWN BUFFET DISTRICT MANAGER & DR. MARVIS DAVIS SR.

On Friday, March 11, 2011, Dr. W. Jerome Fisher celebrated 87 years on this side of heaven. Almost daily, the Fisher family and the Greater Zion Church Family shares our living legend with the Hometown Buffet family. So, it was only appropriate to celebrate this year’s birthday surrounded by friends and family at the Hometown Buffet in Gardena. Dr. Fisher never meets a stranger and willingly provides wisdom and Godly love to all those he encounters. So, it is no surprise that the staff at the Hometown Buffet has embraced him the way they have. Thus, on behalf of the Fisher family and the Greater Zion Church Family, we extend extra special thanks to the Hometown Buffet staff for their consistent

hospitality. Their care for him and his well-being definitely doesn’t go unnoticed. Hometown Buffet (Gardena) staff: Paul Carrion – District Area Manager, Martha Carillo – General Manager, Isabel Moreno – Kitchen Manager Ramiro Janacua – Floor Manager, Daisy Beltran – Cashier, Angie Leeper – Service Assistant Veronica Cobos – Service Assistant. HAPPY BIRTHDAY Dr. W. Jerome Fisher , Pastor Emeritus of the Greater Zion Church Family. GZCF is located at 2408 North Wilmington Avenue in the rebirthed city of Compton. Our Sunday services are held at 9a, 11a and 5p. For more information regarding our services ,contact our Church Office at (310) 639-5535 or our website at www.GreaterZionChurchFamily.com. Reverend Dr. Michael J. Fisher, Senior Pastor.

“Trinity Baptist Church Celebrates Pastor’s 15th Anniversary”

REV. ALVIN TUNSTILL JR. & FIRST LADY DR. SANDRA MITCHELL-TUNSTILL

The Trinity Baptist Church family will be celebrating the 15th Anniversary of our Pastor and leader the Rev. Alvin Tunstill, Jr., and First Lady Dr. Sandra Mitchell-Tunstill, on Sunday April 10 th at both the 7:30am and 10:30am Worship Services. Both services promise to be filled with Prayer, Praise, and Thanksgiving

to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The Reverend John L. Reamer, Jr., Pastor of the Immanuel Baptist Church will be the guest speaker at the 7:30am Worship Service and the Reverend Carlton A. Rhoden, Pastor of the First Baptist Church of downtown Los Angeles will bring the message

at the 10:30 am Worship Service. Both men are dynamic speakers, committed and dedicated men of God. Rev. and Dr. Tunstill are being honored and recognized for their many outstanding contributions to furthering and enhancing the spiritual growth of Trinity Baptist Church. Their many innovative programs and new ministries are worthy of this honor. Rev. Tunstill became Trinity’s 9th pastor in April 1996 with a vision; Christ, Church and community. Sister Mattie Gardette, Chairperson, the Pastor ’s 15 th Anniversary Committee and the Trinity Baptist Church Family cordially invite all former members and the community to join us on April 10th, 2011 for this joyful celebration. Trinity is located at 2040 West Jefferson Blvd., Los Angeles, California. Please call the church office at (323) 735-0044 if you need additional information.

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Beulah Baptist Church Celebrates 21 Years of Service for Dr. & Mrs. Robert L. Taylor

DR. & MRS. ROBERT L. TAYLOR

The officers and members of the Beulah Baptist Church invite all to worship with

them as they thank God for 21 years of service rendered by their pastor, Dr. Robert L. Taylor and First Lady Annie Taylor. The theme for this occasion is “A Man, Steadfast, Unmovable and Abounding in the Work of The Lord” I Corinthians 15:58. Services are scheduled as follows: Friday April, 1, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. Our guests will be Jubilee Baptist Church, Rev. Davis Garrett, Pastor (Messenger) and the New Prospect Baptist Church, Rev. E.L. Williams, Pastor, with a special guest appearance by Pastor Michael Fisher and the Voices of Destiny Choir. Sunday April 3, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. Guest speaker, Rev. Harold Pittman, Greater Ebenezer Baptist Church, Dr. Solomon Drake, Pastor. Sunday April 3, 2011 at 3:30 p.m. Guests will be Greater Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rev. Rickey Lovely, Pastor (Messenger), Holy Chapel Baptist Church, Rev. George Thomas, Pastor and the First Holy Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rev. Terry Nelson, Pastor, along with a special performance by the Robert Taylor Praise Dancers and Praise First Choir. Beulah Baptist Church is located at 1454 E. 100th. Street in the city of Los Angeles. Dr. Robert L. Taylor, Pastor

CHRIST HAS RISEN!! COME CELEBRATE WITH THE MCCOY MEMORIAL CHURCH ON APRIL 24, 2011 AT 8:00 AM AND 10:00 AM

DR. R.A. WILLIAMS, Ph.D

The McCoy Memorial Baptist Church will celebrate the Resurrection of Christ with two services on Sunday, April 24, 2011. The services will be held at 8:00 am and 10:00 am. The Easter celebrations at 8:00 and 10:00 am will begin with Songs of Praise rendered by our Praise and Worship Team under the leadership of Reverend Anthony Sherrill, followed by Ministry in Song by the R.A. Williams’ Youth Chorale and R.A. Williams’ Mass Choir, under the direction of our

Minister of Music, Ms. Rebecca Sherrill. Several Special Presentations have been planned to commemorate the Resurrection. McCoy’s Praise Dancers and Youth Department also have special presentations planned for that day as well. There are also special musical guests and Directors slated to attend. We encourage you and your family to attend this marvelous and exciting occasion. You will experience an event that will change your life forever!

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To God Be the Glory for the Marvelous Works He Has Done in thy Sight! Under the pastoral leadership of Rev Sonja R. Dawson, New Mt. Calvary is going to deeper depths and higher heights in the word of God, reaching new souls for Jesus Christ, and joyfully carrying out the vision. Are you ready to join in on what God is doing at The Mount? If so, the New Mt. Calvary Family cordially invites you to our UPCOMING EVENTS: *April 10, 2011The New Mt Calvary Sanctuary Choir will be LIVE in concert at 3:30PM presenting heavenly Easter Sunday will also mark McCoy’s change to its new Sunday schedule. Beginning April 24, 2011, McCoy will have Sunday morning services at 8:00 am and 10:00 am. The McCoy Bible Institute will remain at its current time slot, 9:00 am each Sunday morning. Also, beginning Tuesday, April 26, 2011, McCoy will begin its weekly Noonday Bible Study, taught by none other than our esteemed Pastor and President of WHW Ministries, Dr. Robert A. Williams, Jr. Each week,

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melodies under the anointed direction of Sis. LaCarol Miles. *April 17, 2011- The Youth and Young Adults of New Mt. Calvary will be having their annual Youth and Young Adult Day, ALL DAY. Services will be held at 7:30AM, 10:45AM, and 3:00PM. COME EXPECTING A WORD, COME EXPECTING PRAISE, and COME EXPECTING WORSHIP. *April 23, 2011- “HE REIGNS FOREVER, AND EVER MORE” Join Us for RESURRECTION SUNDAY. Service times are at 6:00AM, 9:30AM Sunday School and 10:45AM. Breakfast will be available immediately following early morning service. *May 1, 2011- Get Ready for an OUTPOUR at the Youth and Young Adult Revival. The Youth and Young Adult Revival will begin on Sunday, May 1, 2011 at our early morning and midmorning Sunday worship services: 7:30AM and 10:45AM. Our Featured Revivalist is Rev. Lonnell Williams, Executive Pastor of Kingdom Church in Princeton, New Jersey. Rev. Williams has been anointed and

appointed to reach the New Generation with his special ministerial gifts. The Revival will continue Monday May 2, 2011May 4, 2011 at 7:00PM nightly and conclude with a special Wednesday Night Bible Study. *May 15, 2011- BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND, New Mt. Calvary Drama and Music Department presents: THE LAMBS BOOK OF LIFE theatrical production. This event will take place at Enterprise Middle School, Compton, CA at 3:00PM. Tickets are available NOW for $20.00. For more information and ticket purchases, please contact the church office. New Mt. Calvary MBC is excited by the movement of the Holy Spirit and welcomes YOU, your Family, Friends, Neighbors and Co-workers to share in the experience. Our church location is 402 E. El Segundo Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90061. For further information, please contact the church office at (310) 324-0644. Sis. Dawnesha K. Beaver and Bro. Dwight Brown- Publicity, Rev. Sonja R, Dawson Esq. – Pastor, Rev. Dr. Lonnie DawsonFounder

participants will study Biblical passages and unlock the meaning of those passages under the experienced guidance of Doctor Williams. Please plan to attend one of McCoy’s Sunday services and Tuesday Noonday Bible Study! Your life and ministry will never be the same! For additional information please contact Marie Haywood at, (323) 231-4271. McCoy is located at, 802 E. 46th Street, (46th Street at McKinley Ave) in Los Angeles, CA 90011. You may also visit us on the web

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BETHEL SCHOOL OF EVANGELISM BEGINS SPRING QUARTER MONDAY, APRIL 4, 2011 at 7:29 p.m

These classes are designed to equip the follower of Christ to carry out the mandate, which is found in Matthew 28:18-20 that says, “And Jesus came and spake unto them saying, all power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen.” PASTOR REGINALD POPE

CLASSES OFFERED and FACILITATORS, E-101 Introduction to Evangelism - Pastor Reginald Pope & Minister Mike Jones; E-102 Seed Scripture Comprehension - Sisters Juanita Pope & Opal Hall; E-103 Memorization & Role Play - Sisters Dixie Brown, Cassandra Jones & Tara Aldridge; E-104 Conversational Witnessing - Sisters Irma Bowman & Frances Harris; E-105 Responding to False Doctrines - Sisters Brenda Hawkins & Kim Crews, E-106A How to be a People Helper - Sisters Brenda Wood & Helen Moore; E-106B Personal Attitude Check, Dea. Eddie Sweet & Xezakia Rouse & Minister McKinley Moore; E-106C Helping Hurting People - Ministers Alvin Stafford & Quentin McKinney. The Power and Prerequisite of Prayer Adult – Teens – Children Classes Available Supported by Prayer/Freewill Donations. Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, 10905 South Compton Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90059. Office: 323-566-5286, e-mail: rapope2@aol.com, website: www.bethelsouthla.org. Reginald Pope, Pastor/President, Brenda Hawkins, Dean B. Sweet, Reporter

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MIN. HENRY & EDITH WAFER

from a visitor Minister Wafer would immediately stand and declare his name and the fact that he was a proud member of “The Lift,” and at that point everyone recognize that “The Lift” was in the house. Mere words cannot express our deepest sentiment however, Minister Wafer stood as a great example for anyone who received the opportunity to cross his path. Prior to becoming a Minister he served as a Deacon,

Cynthia Perry Ray Foundation Celebrate 10 Years of Community Service

SIS. KATHYE JENKINS

Being a vision of the Founder and President of the Gardena Valley and Vicinity Ministers’ Wives and Ministers’ Widows Mrs. Kathye D. Jenkins, the Cynthia Perry Ray Foundation was presented to the Gardena Valley Sisterhood as an outreach in which to help provide religious, educational, social and economic support to improve the quality of life in our communities and beyond. The overall theme is “Providing a Ray of Sunshine with the Gift of Encouragement” This vision of mission was named in honor of a great leader and noted educator, Dr. Cynthia Perry Ray, widow of the late Rev. Dr. Sandy F. Ray, Pastor of the Cornerstone Baptist Church of

Brooklyn, New York. The CPR Foundation was organized by President Jenkins on Saturday September 9, 2000 and established on Sunday April 30, 2001 with Dr. Ray on present on both occasions along with other notables in attendance. On May 14, 2001, with her work done, Dr. Ray went from labor to reward as a well done faithful servant of the Lord. We are thankful she lived to see the vision begin to unfold before her untimely passing. Clothing and toys have been donated to shelters, fashion shares and women transitional facilities, finances to the needy, adoption of classrooms, recognition awards for faithful community service and educational support have been given from the foundation. The Articles of Incorporation was filed for a 501c3 with the Internal Revenue Service listing the foundation as a non-profit, charitable organization. On Saturday April 9, 2011, 12 noon, at the Nakaoka Community Center 1670 West 162nd Street in Gardena, we will celebrate 10 years of Community Service through the Foundation with a Awards Musical Luncheon. During this luncheon we will salute 4 individuals for their continued

steadfastness and inspiration to the community: Sister Mildred Hunter, Church Administration, St. John Baptist Church; Sister Margaret McCrary, Senior Citizen Advocate, Messiah Missionary Baptist Church; Sister Meeka Robinson-Davis, Entrepreneur of One of a Kind Hats, West Angeles Church of God in Christ; and Brother Ralph Sutton, Community Development Coordinator, Good Shepherd Missionary Baptist Church. We will also dedicate the Gloria G. Taylor Scholarship Fund. The late Mrs. Taylor was the wife of the late Pastor Isam Taylor of Faithful Service Baptist Church and served as the first chairperson of the Foundation. An afternoon of music and tributes has been coordinated through the spirit of the Lord. Music for the luncheon will be provided by Pastor Clarence Kirkwood and the Male Chorus of First New Rising Sun Baptist Church and other guests. Advance paid reservations are required. For more information, call (310) 567-4231 or email gvvmvmv@aol.com. Mrs. Prudence D. Wright and Dr. Sandra Scranton Lee, Program Chairpersons.

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The Greater Mt. Olive Church family is elated to celebrate 57th years of serving God’s people. We are proud to have been in existence to be able to provide a home for so many souls and God has blessed our church family to have an anointed pastor to serve his people. We have set aside the month of April to pause to remember our past, appreciate our present, and anticipate our future, as we know that God is not through with us yet. Commencing this Sunday, April 3, 2011 at 3pm, our church family along with sisterchurches will kick-off our 57th Church Anniversary with our “Homecoming” worship experience. We are inviting all former members to back and join in this celebration and we have a good ole’ time. Our special guest will include: Rock

of Faith Baptist Church (Pastor Jack Davis – spiritual messenger), Bright Star Baptist Church (Pastor Howard Castlin) and City on the Hill (Pastor Jwane Hilton). On Sunday, April 10, 2011 at 3pm, joining us will be Redeemer Baptist Church (Pastor Robert DeFrance – spiritual messenger) and Greater Faith Baptist Church (Pastor Darnell Dyson). This will be a celebration to remember and you don’t miss this. All members are asked to be in your beautiful shades of Blue on Sunday, April 10th as we celebrate in our special way. This is a great milestone in the history of Greater Mt. Olive and we want to share this great time with the entire church community. Not only are we celebrating our 57 th Church Anniversary, April is Evangelism month here at Greater Mt. Olive

Redeemer Missionary Baptist Church Annual Men’s Day Pastor Curtis Monroe, Jr. and the men of Redeemer MBC will be observing their annual Men’s Day at 11 a.m. on Sunday, April 10, 2011. Their theme for this year. “Men empowering one another”Proverbs 27:17. Overseer T. Delbert Robinson from Kingdom Builders Christian Fellowship will be bringing the message. Everyone is invited to come out and be blessed. The church is located at 1631 West Adams Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90007. For more information, please call the church office at 323 7324124

THE BETHEL CHURCH Presents “HEALING FOR THE SOUL” MUSICAL The Bethel Church of Pasadena, in conjunction with D’Veal Family and Youth Services and the F.S. Stevens Family Life Center, presents a community-wide gospel musical entitled “Healing for the Soul”. This one-night only production is on Saturday, April 16, 2011 from 6:00p.m. – 8:00p.m. at The Bethel Church, located at 1972 North Fair Oaks Ave., Pasadena. This musical will pay special tribute to “families affected by violence”. Youth violence is an epidemic in our urban communities. Homicide is the second leading cause of death among adolescents. Within the African-American community, the rates of homicide are even more staggering. Violence has a tremendous impact on the health and well-being of our communities, and on our youth in particular, and needs to be viewed as a public health issue. The emotional, physical, and psychological toll on those affected is immeasurable. Unfortunately, the tragic and violent loss of a child seems to have become an acceptable, normal, and routine part of life. The Bethel Church strongly believes in the power of praise and in its ability to change our outlook on life’s situations and struggles. Just as it has always been, music is a vital component of our culture. Music is not only a form of celebration but also a form of self-expression by which each generation communicates its sorrows, grief, anguish, and the turmoil of the soul. The church has been given the authority and power to come against violence as a force of evil and command that “We shall live and not die!” As representatives of the Kingdom of God, we are compelled to minister to those who lack hope, faith and who are grieving deeply from the senseless loss of loved ones at the hands of violence. The “Healing for the Soul” musical is our next action step to address violence from a spiritual perspective and an opportunity to minister to our invited community guest through the power of spiritual music and praise. The Bethel Church is also excited and pleased to have D’Veal Family and Youth Services, a community-based social service agency, working with us in this community effort. D’Veal has over 17 years of experience providing counseling services, which includes specializing in violence intervention and prevention services. D’Veal’s trained professional staff will be in attendance at the event and available to assist anyone desiring to talk about their issues of loss, grief and/or needing any additional supportive services. Staff from the F.S. Stevens Family Life Center will also be joining us in this effort. Our Psalmist will be the anointed Carolyn Hopkins of the Victory Bible Church, Pasadena, in concert with the Bethel Music Ministry, saxophonist Jay Boykin, Elder Larry W. Robertson of Long Beach, Kingdom Worship Center Ensemble featuring Pastor Ji Nelson of Riverside and M.I.G. of Pasadena. If you require transportation or additional information regarding this inspirational evening of ministry in song, please contact The Bethel Church at (626) 794-3136.

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Baptist Church and we are proud to announce that we were able to be a blessing to over 300 souls by providing meals throughout our City and clothing for the California Women’s Correctional Facility. A person never knows what life has in their future, but knowing as a church family we are able to be a blessing to so many overwhelms our heart. We thank God for our Pastor’s vision and his ministry. If you have any questions regarding our celebration services or would like more information regarding our ministry, please contact our church office at 323.755.3201. We are located at 659 W. Colden Avenue, Los Angeles 90044. (The corner of Hoover and Colden) Rev. C. Lamar Simmons, Pastor; GMOBC Media Ministry reporting.

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We the church family here at “The Lift,” mourn the Home Going of our very own Minister Henry Wafer. Minister Wafer faithfully and diligently served God and our church for almost two decades under the tutelage of our Pastor the Reverend S.”Scuffie” Shigg. Minister Wafer became known as a spokes person for “The Lift.” During a fellowship whenever a program called for a response

he organized the car washes the first and third Saturday of the month, he coordinated the Annual Men’s Fashion Show and Dinner, and for several years served as President of the Pastoral Affairs Committee. After living a life of homelessness and chemical dependency, Minister Wafer was lead to the Lord and the Lord blessed him with a faithful and loving wife Edith and four loving daughters and because of this Minister Wafer did not have a problem sharing his love for Jesus Christ with anyone. The Home Going Service was held Saturday April 2nd, 2011 at 11:00 AM at the Love Lifted Me M.B.C. We Thank all of those who attended and supported the family. Please continue to pray for the Wafers and the family of “The Lift” as we continue to pray for you. Remember Love is everywhere, but we are on the southeast and southwest corners of Crenshaw and Hyde Park in the city of Los Angeles. Reverend S. “Scuffie” Shigg Pastor/Organizer Sis. Kelli Reporting

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“Change of Roles” Lord, thank you that when we experience changes in life we can handle them because of the preparation YOU provide for us beforehand! This is especially true when there is a “Change of Roles” in our lives as Caregivers, Providers, Protectors, Confidants, Nourishers, and so forth for our families! Certainly, this is the case when it pertains to our children! As they are growing up, our impending “Change of Roles” in their lives is not fully understood! Because of the times of aggravations and frustrations associated with parenting, we look forward with anticipation to the day when they will grow up; without having a clue as to the intensity that change will produce! The reality that we will no longer be privy to the full scope of their lives is not fully imaginable or realized. Nor is the reality that we will quickly be reminded by society that they

are now adults and information regarding them can’t and won’t be shared with us. Neither is the reality that we will no longer hold the “Reins of Control” to ensure that “All is Well” in their lives! Yes, they grow up as they were born to do! In a sense regarding our children, we acted like Lord YOU can sit over there, I got this! I will take care of that! I will do this and that for them! Even though it was true then, it certainly resounds in our hearts and minds now that when we were busy “Filling” those roles in their lives, it was really YOU working through us! Also, as we experience the manifold “Change of Roles” and are no longer the primary one to care, provide, protect and be the listening ear for and to them; we learn we must accept our children’s decisions and allow them to experience the blessings or to suffer the consequences of their decisions! Realizing even

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then, that YOU are there during those times of their lives with outstretched hands extended to them inviting them to seek YOU! When the “Change of Roles” happens, we are faced with two choices regarding our children. Either to worry about them and whether they are making the wisest decisions for their lives, if they are

being as careful as we would want them to be, if they are choosing the “Right” friends, etc! Or, we can choose to EMOTIONALLY release them into Your Loving, Protective and Strong Hands! Making a choice to trust YOUR love for them which is greater for them than ours could ever be! Choosing to trust YOU to take care of our grandchildren and all that concerns them! By choosing to trust YOU with “Our Cherished Loved Ones”, it will usher us into a place of rest and peace. We will be reminded that YOU have a purpose for their lives as YOU do for our lives! We will be reminded that YOU will shine forth “Brightly” in their lives to attract their attention to be drawn to YOU; because YOU desire fellowship with them as YOU do with us! When we EMOTIONALLY release the “Reins of Control” over their lives that we DON’T have any way; we are free to grow and develop in our current stage of life. Life

for us is not over because there is a “Change of Roles” in our lives! We are reminded as long as there is life in our bodies; there is the potential for growth and development in our lives! Thank You Lord that YOU will watch over our cherished loved ones! Thank you Lord that YOU are with us to teach us to let go as we need to! Thank you Lord that when the “Change of Roles” occurs in our lives; that we really can experience the awesome “Gift of Peace” by choosing to trust YOU~ We Love YOU LORD!!!! Each of you is invited to attend our 1st Sat. Fellowship, April 2, 2011, U S Bank Community Bldg., Slauson and Crenshaw, LA, 12:00 noon. Contact information: Dr. Tonya Lewis, onefaith2007@aol.com, One Faith Fellowship, P. O. Box 56641, Los Angeles, CA 90056, www.onefaithfellowship.org, (323) 481-6724, and http:// w w w. f a c e b o o k . c o m / Dr.TonyaLewis

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Unity! What does unity in the Body of Christ look like? Leaders working together are what make unity in the body obvious! Unity in the body is made evident by people going in the same direction, and striving to accomplish the same goal! Unity demonstrates a oneness or

a singleness of heart. When unity is not prevailing in the Body of Christ it is a signal that there is a breakdown or a malfunction occurring in the body. Unity, has been defined as; a condition of being one, something whole, harmony, singleness among individuals and agreement. When the? Singleness of heart and a oneness of spirit is best demonstrated by those whose only goal is that Jesus is magnified and God is glorified. There are no hidden agendas, and no selfish motives. Unity is best demonstrated by those when they esteem others better than themselves. Ministries who recognize that they are all members of the same body will

have no problem being unified A healthy ministry will demonstrate unity, and express that their only concern is that God’s plans are identified and brought to fulfillment. Dr. Joyce is a layperson under the leadership of Dr. Ticey Brown at the Mt. Tabor Missionary Baptist Church; where she serves as the Strategic Leadership Director. Dr. Joyce’s mission is to develop servantleaders and enhance ministries within the Church; Dr. Joyce is available for oneon-one consultations, small group training sessions and workshops. Dr. Joyce’s contact info is, joyceharrell@sbcglobal.net or (323) 753-3189.

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Greetings in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The CHRISTIAN FORCE M.B.C. family of believers extends our hearts and hands to those who are seeking a Word from the Lord. There are many that’s gone out among us today who are seeking their own glory and praise (Romans 16:17-20) but the “FORCE” is here. The Word of GOD says that in the last days men will be lovers of themselves, scoffers, covetous/ greedy and proud having a form

With plums I pluck out the bruise Eating spoiled spots can be bad news With friends I apply compassion to their sore But flee if they’re rotten to the core

I’m suspicious of sprupy fruit in a can And shiny fruit on a vendor’s stand As a lover of apples, I know quality lacks When apples are sold from ten-pound sacks

There are inherent risks in fruit and friends Their true value is beneath the skin A good friend can give a troubled mind peace Good fruit to a hungry body is a feast

I pick my peaches like I do my friends Peaches have fuzz and friends have sins Though each can be a healthy treat I take the bitter with the sweet

Life has many bumps, grinds, and curves Selecting friends and fruit are best reserved Examine behind the bright shine and happy grin The beauty, if any, is beneath the skin

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now; let us reason together in a Bible Based, Bible Taught, Bible Inspired ministry that wants nothing more than to lift up the name of Jesus. Our prayer and desire is to reach out into our community and abroad to a people who wants nothing more than to please God. Come and learn, come and grow, come and be inspired with us as we seek God’s face, for if we’ve ever needed the Lord before, we sure do need Him now. The “FORCE” is with us, the “FORCE” is with you, the “FORCE” is here waiting for whosoever will come. Respectfully submitted by, Sis. Tameka Forte’, Public Relations, CHRISTIAN FORCE M.B.C., 1008 N. Willowbrook Ave., Compton, CA 90220, Sis. Audrey Lake, Church Clerk, Rev. Nathan D. Kimbrough, Sr., Pastor, Sunday School – 9:30am, Sunday Morning Worship – 11:00am, Bible Study Wednesday @ 12:30pm & Saturday @ 11:30am, 4th Saturday Feeding Clothing Ministry, 5th Sunday Mission Service - 3:30pm

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The FORCE Welcomes You with Open Arms of godliness, but denying the power thereof (II Timothy 3:1-5; II Peter 3:3-4). That’s why we believe that God has prepared us for time like these. Our ministry focus is to Up-Lift and Build those who are seeking to please God in their Christian walk. How do we do this? By studying the Word. Paul says to Timothy, study to show yourself approved unto God a workman that needed not be ashamed (II Tim. 2:15). God’s Word will Teach, Keep and Guide us as we travel through this barren land. The Holy Spirit is then “The FORCE” that makes all things possible. HE’s in control and we the CHRISTIAN FORCE family wants to line-up our every effort to please and honor HIM. GOD instructed Zechariah to write, “Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit saith the Lord of host” (Zech. 4:6). CHRISTIAN FORCE realizes that in this “new” world of thinking, it’s not about us. Our steps are ordered by the Lord and it’s only by HIS Spirit that we can do ALL THINGS. Come

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SUNDAY SCHOOL LESSON PRAISE BUILDS US UP Bible Background • JUDE 17-25 Printed Text • JUDE 17-25 Devotional Reading • 2 CORINTHIANS 4:1-12

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By the end of the lesson, we will: TELL how God is able to sustain and keep us in our Christian life; BE assured that God is able to sustain and keep us; and THANK God that He does sustain and keep us.

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“Now unto him that is able to keep you from falling, and to present you faultless before the presence of his glory with exceeding joy, To the only wise God our Saviour, be glory and majesty, dominion and power, both now and ever. Amen” (Jude 2425).

Focal verses:

KJVJude 17 But, beloved, remember ye the words which were spoken before of the apostles of our Lord Jesus Christ;

IN FOCUS Kevin was having a rough time. He was catching flack at work, from extended family, and among his friends. After allowing his faith to grow lax, he reaffirmed his commitment to Christ, and now it seemed that the moment he gained momentum in his walk, trouble hit. His friend Darnell kept telling him he had become a drag. His siblings thought he was being sanctimonious at family gatherings when he did not want to participate in the revelry. His coworkers shunned him in the lunchroom, fearing they would get another sermon. Kevin felt as though he had hit an all-time low. His wife Kimberly stepped in to encourage him. “Honey, you know, I was praying for you today,” she said. “You should memorize: ‘Cast your burden on the LORD and he will sustain you; he will never permit the righteous to be moved’ (Psalm 55:22, NRSV).” Kevin took the verse with him where ever he went. When he needed encouragement, he recalled that Scripture and began to praise God because God would do what His Word promised. As we walk this Christian journey, our faith will be tested. Today’s lesson is a reminder about the power of God and how we are to remain in faith through the expression of praise unto Him. THE PEOPLE, PLACES AND TIMES Jude. He was the half-brother of Jesus and was also known as Judas (not Judas Iscariot, who betrayed Jesus). Jude was referenced in Matthew 13:55 and Mark 6:3 as a point of familiarity to the community that raised questions about Jesus being “the Christ” (the Anointed One), the promised Messiah. Along with his brothers, Jude was not persuaded initially about Jesus’ deity. He sought VIP treatment, and he tried to cajole Jesus to show off to provide evidence (Matthew 12:46-50; Mark 3:31-35; Luke 8:19-21; John 7:1-10). However, Jude and his other brothers were among those sequestered in the upper room awaiting the arrival of the promised Holy Spirit as instructed by Jesus (Acts 1:14). Interestingly, in opening his letter, Jude does not refer to himself at all as the halfbrother of Jesus; he names himself, “The servant of Jesus Christ, and brother of James.” False Teachers. Jude’s letter addressed a time when there were a lot of strange doctrines and heretical teachers who led people astray from the faith. This apostasy was similar to what Paul addressed in Acts 20:29-31; 1 Timothy 4:1-2; 2 Timothy 3:1-9, 13; 4:3; and the tone and manner of Peter ’s message in 2 Peter 2:1-22. False teachers were dangerous because they had tasted of the heavenly gift, turned away from it, and misconstrued the truth for their own willful purposes. BACKGROUND Scholars vary on the exact date Jude wrote his epistle (letter); it is believed that his letter was written anywhere from A.D. 50 to A.D. 80. This book of the Bible is believed to have been written after Peter’s death but before the destruction of Jerusalem, and then later circulated. It is also generally believed that Jude’s letter was not targeted to a particular church, but meant as a general epistle to warn saints about false teachers who were misleading those who were not rooted in the church. Although Jude strongly chides those would be infiltrators of the truth, the purpose of his letter was also to encourage those who would read it to recall the words of the Lord Jesus Christ. Jude exhorts them to stand strong in the face of opposition. IN DEPTH 1. A Warning for Believers (Jude 17-19) In Jude 1-16, readers are earnestly warned to be on the lookout and contend or fight for the faith which was delivered to and received by them (v. 3), a major theme of this epistle. Recalling how in times past those who lived irreverently and with no restraint were dealt with, the writer lovingly calls attention to the predictions of the apostles of our Lord Jesus Christ that these times would come (Acts 20:29-31; 1 Timothy 4:1-2; 2 Timothy 3:19). Jude further extends this love by giving believers a sense of belonging to the family of God through the lordship of Jesus Christ (v. 17). The warning for believers is that these mockers of the truth caused confusion and division among the saints in the end time. These false teachers were “devoid of the Spirit” (v. 19, NRSV), indulgent in their own ungodly lust, and troublesome for the church of Jesus Christ. 2. A True Foundation for Believers (vv. 2023) The foundation for believers is the love of God as displayed through His plan of salvation—the finished work of Jesus Christ on Calvary’s Cross and His imminent return. Faith in Jesus Christ alone is able to keep believers during this time of great apostasy and the heat of affliction. Jude admonishes each individual who should read or hear this letter to get a firm footing on what they believe about Jesus, knowing that their labor will not be in vain (cf. 1 Corinthians 15:58). He places special emphasis on sacredness of their faith by calling it their “most holy faith” (Jude 20). He further implores them to give the utmost attention to building this faith by praying in the Holy Ghost as Paul instructs in Romans 8:26 and Ephesians 6:18. The Holy Spirit comforts, consoles, and keeps

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18 How that they told you there should be mockers in the last time, who should walk after their own ungodly lusts. 19 These be they who separate themselves, sensual, having not the Spirit. 20 But ye, beloved, building up yourselves on your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Ghost, 21 Keep yourselves in the love of God, looking for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ unto eternal life. 22 And of some have compassion, making a difference: 23 And others save with fear, pulling them out of the fire; hating even the garment spotted by the flesh. 24 Now unto him that is able to keep you from falling, and to present you faultless before the presence of his glory with exceeding joy, 25 To the only wise God our Saviour, be glory and majesty, dominion and power, both now and ever. Amen.

believers strong in the love of God. As believers maintain focus on the love and mercies of God, they are to look to God with hope of the promised life to come with the Lord Jesus Christ, which is to sustain them in troubled times. These believers are also called upon to reassure and build up those who are wavering in the faith and help them to stand strong (see also Romans 15:1- 2). They are told to strive to save others, who are wavering, by putting the fear of God in them in the hopes of bringing them back to their spiritual senses. As well, they are to hate and reprove the very appearance of evil in the flesh as they keep themselves unspotted from the world (Ephesians 5:11-13, Jude 23). 3. A Benediction of Praise to God for Believers (vv. 24-25) Paul’s use of the phrase “now unto Him” (cf. Romans 16:25; Ephesians 3:20) denotes the absolute power of God, through Jesus Christ, to provide stability for believers. Jude similarly provides a strong conclusion to his letter to believers by pronouncing a blessing upon Christians in the early church. He commends them to the One who is able to keep, preserve, and sustain them from the harm of falling short or falling away (Jude 24). He further states that because of the remission of sins at His expense, Jesus is able to present them faultless and without blame in the presence of God’s glory (Colossians 1:22-23). The writer ascribes to God the Father and our Savior all the glory, majesty, sovereignty, and authority due to Him forever. This praise and adulation foretells the future that is to come for the saints of God, reflected in John’s revelation (Revelation 7:11-12; 19:6-8). This is the foundation of the hope we have as believers which enables us to “not be weary in well doing, for in due season we shall reap if we faint not” (Galatians 6:9). MORE LIGHT ON TEXT Jude 17-25 17 But, beloved, remember ye the words which were spoken before of the apostles of our Lord Jesus Christ; In this verse, the conjunction “but” opposes the recommended attitude to the behavior of the heretics denounced in verse 16. Jude urges the readers to “call to mind” the things announced by the apostles about the “mockers.” It is important for believers to cultivate the habit of going back to the Word or the apostolic teaching. 18 How that they told you there should be mockers in the last time, who should walk after their own ungodly lusts. In the use of the imperfect tense (which represents an action as continued, repeated, or habitual), the word “told” (Gk. lego, LEG-o) stresses the repeated nature of the apostolic warnings. (See warnings like Paul’s in Acts 20:29-30; 1 Timothy 4:1-3; 2 Timothy 3:1, and Peter’s in 2 Peter 2:1-3; 3:3-4.) Jude is referring to a specific subject in the apostolic teaching: the prophecies about the “last time” or “end time.” The Greek word asebeo (as-eb-EH-o) means “impiety” or “ungodly,” and it can translate as “desires for lusts” or “evil things.” The false teachers’ desires are ungodly. The expression “in the last time” is equivalent to “in the last days” (see 2 Timothy 3:1; James 5:3; 2 Peter 3:3). The existence of the mockers is thus a proof that the last days are near (see Matthew 24:24; 2 Thessalonians 2:3-4, 9; 2 Timothy 4:1). In the New Testament, the period of the last days is both future (2 Timothy 3:1) and present (1 Peter 1:20; Hebrews 1:2). It is partly realized through the coming of Jesus and partly awaiting consummation. The prediction about the things to come includes present fulfillment and prolongation into a future date which cannot be set. 19 These be they who separate themselves, sensual, having not the Spirit. Jude uses contemptuously the word houtos (HOO-tos), which means “these.” He sets it in contrast with “but you, beloved” in verse 20 (see vv. 12, 16, and 17). Then he goes on to describe the impious. They are called “they who separate themselves,” meaning that they create division or make a distinction between themselves and other people. They see themselves as superior. They are arrogant and controlled by their own natural desires (Romans 16:17; Galatians 5:20). They claim to be spiritual, but they do not have the Spirit. The Greek psuchikos (psoo-kheeKOS) means “sensual” or “natural,” and it is the antithesis of pneumatikos (pnyoo-mat-ik-OCE), meaning “spiritual” (cf. 1 Corinthians 2:13-15; 15:4446). The description of the impious people confirms that in them the apostolic predictions are fulfilled. 20 But ye, beloved, building up yourselves on your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Ghost, 21 Keep yourselves in the love of God, looking for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ unto eternal life. These two verses constitute one long phrase. The main verb of the phrase is “keep” (Gk. tereo, tay-REH-o). It is in the imperative voice. It is surrounded by participles, two in front (“building” and “praying”) and one after (“looking”). Thus, the main point of the exhortation is the relationship of the believer with the love of God (Gk. agape theos, ag-AH-pay THEH-os). Here, the readers are urged to stay within the sphere of God’s love. It was God’s love which drew them to Himself (see v. 1). They must abide in that love. We abide in His love by keeping His commands (John 15:9-10). For the second time, Jude calls the readers “beloved” (Gk. agapetos, ag-ap-ay- TOS), and on each occasion

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it is in contrast to the false teachers (see v. 17). With this expression, he shows a genuine deep affection for the readers. He gives them instruction on Christian life. If it is followed, the instruction he gives will preserve them from contamination by the heretics. The readers are instructed to build themselves up in the apostolic teaching (cf. Acts 2:42; 20:32). The use of the present participle “building up” (Gk. epoikodomeo, ep-oy-kod-om-EH-o) suggests that the edification is not limited to being inserted in the construction. It needs the will to remain and do the given task. Building up is a continual process. Believers must study the Scriptures continually if they are to grow in the faith and abide in God’s love (cf. Hebrews 5:12; 2 Timothy 2:15). The “most holy faith” is a reference to the Scriptures, the Christian revelation handed down by the apostles (as in verse 3; 2 Timothy 3:16-17). 22 And of some have compassion, making a difference: 23 And others save with fear, pulling them out of the fire; hating even the garment spotted by the flesh. Two groups of people are mentioned here. The first group is those whose faith is wavering (Gk. diakrino, dee-ak-REE-no, meaning “be of two minds,” “doubt,” or “waver”). The readers must show compassion to them. Showing compassion is not a passive attitude. True love tries the impossible: to pull the undecided out of the fire of judgment that is waiting the lost. Compare Amos 4:11 and Zechariah 3:2; fire is the figure of judgment in Matthew 13:42, 50; 18:8; Revelation 19:20. Many different ways must be found to persuade them. The expression in Jude 23, “pulling them out of fire,” denotes urgency. The second group includes the heretics. They are not at a hesitation stage; they are being pulled away by the stream of apostasy. The readers must exercise great care while getting alongside them, lest they themselves become “spotted” (Gk. spiloo, spee-LO-o), which means “defiled” or “polluted” (cf. 2 Corinthians 7:1). They are to love the sinners and hate their sin (cf. Matthew 18:17; 1 Corinthians 5:11; Titus 3:10; 1 John 2:10-11). 24 Now unto him that is able to keep you from falling, and to present you faultless before the presence of his glory with exceeding joy, Jude ends his exhortation with heartfelt adoration to the One who is able to keep the believers from falling. We have here the announcement of the great victory and the great assurance of the redeemed. God has the “power” (Gk. dunamai, DOO-nam-ahee), which means to “be able.” The phrase “to keep from falling” (Gk. aptaistos, ap-TAH-ee-stos ) means “stop from stumbling” (cf. 1 Peter 1:5); it has the same root as the verb “fall” in 2 Peter 1:10. Believers are not left without help. God can guard them so that they do not stumble. He will make them stand before His glory. We will stand “faultless” (Gk. amomos, AM-o-mos, see also Ephesians 1:4; 5:27; cf. 1 Peter 1:19) and “in jubilation” (Gk. agalliasis, agal-LEE-as-is) because we are in Christ. 25 To the only wise God our Saviour, be glory and majesty, dominion and power, both now and ever. Amen. Doxologies (words of honor, praises) are usually addressed to God in order to give Him “glory” (Gk. doxa, DOX-ah), which refers to “the brilliance of God’s being,” which is what He reveals of His perfection. The word “majesty” (Gk. megalosune, meg-al-oSOO-nay), “dominion” (Gk. kratos, KRAT-os), and “might” (Gk. exousia, ex-oo-SEE-ah) are aspects of His glory. To God alone belongs the glory! He is the only God.

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MEN’S HEALTH FORUM ON PROSTATE CANCER Trinity Holds a Health Forum on Prostate Cancer LOS ANGELES, CA – March 24, 2011 - Trinity Baptist Church and the Trinity Community Development Corporation (TCDC) will hold a Men’s Health Forum on Prostate Cancer at Trinity Baptist Church located at 2040 West Jefferson Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90018 (corner of Jefferson Blvd and Cimarron Street). The forum will be held on April 15, 2011, from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm and is open to men, women and families, who can be affected by the tragic disease. Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths among men. AfricanAmerican men have the highest occurrence of prostate cancer and the highest death rate than any other group. According to the American Cancer Society, in 2010 some 230,000 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer and 30,000 will die from it. One out of every four African American men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer compared with one of six for the general male population. AfricanAmerican men also are 2.5 times more likely to die from the disease than Caucasian men. While much research is ongoing

to determine the reason for the disparity in occurrence, the primary reason for the disparity in deaths is poor prostate health which results in delayed detection – a failure to be screened for early detection. The forum will feature the award-winning documentary film “The Silent Killer-Prostate Cancer” produced by Andre Campbell. The forum also will feature discussions by prostate cancer survivors and physicians on topics such as “What Is the Prostate and Prostate Cancer”, “Should I Be Screened?”, “Latest Advancements in Treatment”, “Side Effects of Treatment”, “Non-cancerous prostate problems”, “Good Nutritional Health for Prevention”, and “What Women Should Know”. The forum also will provide opportunity for questions and answers. Refreshments will be served. This program is offered to provide educational and awareness on prostate health and prostate cancer for the men and families of our local community. CALL (323)735-0044 OR THE ABOVE CONTACT FOR A D D I T I O N A L INFORMATION.

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offer. I’ll have to run down to the store and buy something for dinner.’ She reached for her purse and counted out its contents. Five dollars and forty cents. Well, I can get some bread and cold cuts, at least.’ She threw on her coat and hurried out the door. A loaf of French bread, a half-pound of sliced turkey, and a carton of milk, leaving Ruth with grand total twelve cents to last her until Monday. Nonetheless, she felt good as she headed home, her meager offerings tucked under her arm. ‘Hey lady, can you help us, lady?’ Ruth had been so absorbed in her dinner plans, she hadn’t even noticed two figures huddled in the alleyway. A man and a woman, both of them dressed in little more than rags. ‘Look lady, I ain’t got a job, you know, and my wife and I have been living out here on the street, and, well, now it’s getting cold and we’re getting kind of hungry and, well, if you could help us. Lady, we’d really appreciate it.’ Ruth looked at them both. They were dirty, they smelled bad and frankly, she was certain that they could get some kind of work if they really wanted to. ‘Sir, I’d like to help you, but I’m a poor woman myself. All I have is a few cold cuts and some bread, and I’m having an important guest for dinner tonight and I was planning on serving that to Him.’ ‘Yeah, well, okay lady, I understand. Thanks anyway.’ The man put his arm around the woman’s shoulders, turned and headed back into the alley. As she watched them leave, Ruth felt a familiar twinge in her heart. ‘Sir, wait!’ The couple stopped and turned as she ran down the alley after them. ‘Look, why don’t you take this food. I’ll figure out something else to serve my guest.’ She handed the man her grocery bag. ‘Thank you lady. Thank you very much!’ ‘Yes, thank you!’ It was the man’s wife, and Ruth could see now that she was shivering ‘You know, I’ve got another coat at home. Here, why don’t you take this one.’ Ruth unbuttoned her jacket and slipped it over the woman’s shoulders. Then smiling, she turned and walked back to the street...without her coat and with nothing to serve her guest. ‘Thank you lady! Thank you very much!’ Ruth was chilled by the time she reached her front door, and worried too. The Lord , was coming to visit and she didn’t have anything to offer Him. She fumbled through her purse for the door key. But as she did, she noticed another envelope in her mailbox. ‘That’s odd. The mailman doesn’t usually come twice in one day.’ Dear Ruth: It was so good to see you again. Thank you for the lovely meal. And thank you, too, for the beautiful coat. Love Always, Jesus.

JOBS !! JOBS !! JOBS !! PLEASE do not be discouraged about not having a job YET — TRUST God — He favors you!!! He will provide for you — but you MUST BELIEVE!!! Remember, as a child of God, you are not just randomly submitting your resume...you are submitted a FAVORED resume...pray over your application, your resume...pray before you contact any future employer and ask God to direct you in ALL things — Proverbs 3:5. Love to all of you in the name of Jesus!!! Some companies/agencies require a typing certificate. Here is a list of locations where typing certificates may be obtained (usually FREE): http://ci.carson.ca.us/content/files/pdfs/hr_doc/ TYPING_CERTIFICATE_031810.pdf The City of Carson is currently recruiting a Senior Clerk @ $3,100 - $4,100/month. Deadline to file is April 5th. http://ci.carson.ca.us/content/hr/openjobs/seniorclerk_03052011.htm The City of Santa Monica is recruiting for Animal Care and Control Supervisor $6,300 - $7,815/month. 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Filing closes 4/7/11. http://agency.governmentjobs.com/santamonica/default.cfm The City of Santa Monica is recruiting for a Resource Recovery Recycling Business Supervisor @ $5,203 - $6,424/month. Filing Closes 4/7/11. http://agency.governmentjobs.com/ santamonica/default.cfm The Department of Homeland Security is recruiting for a Detention and Removal Assistant $34,881 - $56,174/ year. Los Angeles World Airports (“LAWA”) has positions available from maintenance to beauty advisors, sales associates, administrative, etc., from Torrance to El Segundo. https://suite.agile1.com/JBLawabjrc/Client/Skins/Lawabjrc/default.aspx USHERS AND TICKET TAKERS @ FORD AMPHITHEATRE for over 100 performances this summer. Hiring and training in April, season runs from May – October. Hours range from ten to twenty-five hours per week; most evenings starting at 5:30p. Starting pay is $8.00 per hour. Email a cover letter and resume to: Bill Berry Event Services Manager John Anson Ford Theatres wberry@lacountyarts.gov Hundreds of jobs with the Safeway Corporation (Vons, Pavillions) from Bakers, Courtesy Clerks, etc. https://www.safeway.apply2jobs.com/HVExt/ index.cfm?fuseaction=mhvExternal.showLocationPositions California Dept. of Motor Vehicles (“DMV) seeks Fields Reps $2,280 - $3,200/ month http://jobs.spb.ca.gov/wvpos/more_info.cfm?recno=454769 Apria Healthcare seeks a Warehouse Clerk in the City of El Segundo https://apria.taleo.net/careersection/2/ jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=157161&src=JB-10023 AEG (the Company that owns “LA LIVE” in Downtown LA, Staples Center, Home Depot center, etc.) seeks an Office Coordinator. https://www.aegworldwide.apply2jobs.com/ProfExt/ index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showJob&RID=1291&CurrentPage=7 All other AEG jobs in California listed here https:// www.aegworldwide.apply2jobs.com/ProfExt/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.returnToResults&CurrentPage=1 Forever 21 Retail Corp seeks an Office Assistant in its LA headquarters https://forever21.tms.hrdepartment.com/cgi-bin/a/ highlightjob.cgi?jobid=1647&referrer=119&site_id=148&view_language=en-US The Forever 21 job search is here https:// forever21.tms.hrdepartment.com/cgi-bin/a/searchjobs_quick.cgi Republic Services, Inc Waste Collection company seeks a Customer Servicer Rep in its Santa Fe Springs office http://www.jobpath.com/Jobs/Republicservicescom123/Customer-Service-Representative/ J8C0DB6X4GHS0H85L5V Fed Ex job search engine has 26 pages of Jobs throughout California in Admin, customer service, etc. http:// fedex.hodesiq.com/careers/job_search.aspx?User_ID= Ross Stores seeks a Night Stock Room clerk in Walnut Park https:// storefront.kenexa.com/ross/cc/CCJobDetailAction.ss?command=CCViewDetail&job_REQUISITION_NUMBER=4098&codes=JBI There are 228 jobs @ Ross Stores or DD’s Discount within 15 miles of Compton – including jobs in Compton, Carson and Long Beach (management, district level and retail store associate level) https://storefront.kenexa.com/ross/cc/ CCJobSearchAction.ss?command=CCSearchNow Whole Foods Stores has jobs available http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/careers/ state.php?s=CA The Law Firm of Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP seeks an experienced Records Clerk for their Los Angeles Office http://lbbslaw.com/Careers/jobposting.aspx?id=4394 Fed Ex seeks a Center Customer Service Coordinator at its Long Beach location (1800 Palo Verde Ave) https://jobs-fedexoffice.icims.com/jobs/57566/job?&sn=Indeed&?mode=apply&iis=Indeed&iisn=Indeed Tons of jobs with Fox, Dow Corp, Twentieth Century TV, etc. (Admin, production, operations, engineering, etc.) http:// careers.newscorp.com/JobSearch/Result Restaurant Depot in Torrance seeks an Administrative Assistant http://www.jetrordcareers.com/ position.asp?strReqID=766 Allied Barton Security Services in Carson seeks a Security, Law Enforcement Dispatcher in Torrance $13/hr. http://hodes.jobhost.org/viewjob.php?id=1168781&emid=3640 The Getty Museum seeks an Events Coordinator https://jobsgetty.icims.com/jobs/1626/job?&sn=Indeed&?mode=apply&iis=Indeed&iisn=Indeed Portfolio Hotels seeks a Sales/Marketing Admin for the Sheraton Gateway – LAX http://www.cytiva.com/phrhr/corp/detail.asp?jobid=phrhr344 Forever 21 seeks an Administrative Sourcing Assistant https://forever21.tms.hrdepartment.com/cgi-bin/a/highlightjob.cgi?jobid=265&referrer=119&site_id=148&view_language=en-US Renaissance Hotels seeks a Clerk in Los Angeles https://wss6a.unicru.com/marriottcorp/ jb_Detail.jsp?C=355&Site=655&k=no&lang=en&JobReq=734354&RP=&Eurl=/marriottcorp?k=no&RP=&Site=655 Veneble, LP law firm seeks a File Assistant in its LA (Century City) office http://www.venable.com/careers/professionals/positions/ JobDetail.aspx?job=173 Wells Fargo in Beverly Hills seeks an Executive Assistant with 5+ year of experience https:// employment.wellsfargo.com/psc/PSEA/APPLICANT_NW/HRMS/c/ HRS_HRS.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_SCHJOB&Action=U Geodelic Company (they create apps for iPhone/ Androids) seeks an Executive/Administrative Assistant to support 2 executives http://hire.jobvite.com/CompanyJobs/ Careers.aspx?k=Job&c=qu19Vfwj&j=op2FVfwL&s=Indeed GolinHarris PR firm seeks an Assistant Account Executive to handle its Nintendo account http://searchlight.cluen.com/candidateLogin.asp?GUID=&layout=%7B8446065A-9BAF-48B1-A8DA622A55CAD354%7D&compid=%7B6886DFFF-371C-4050-81F3-AB2C25DD1993%7D&searchid=%7BE0532749-F9FD-42BC-B584CCA01B5FC2F4%7D&sfilter=1&position=&department=&state=&city=&region=&advanced=&TextString=&StartNum=1&att1=&att2=&att3= Microsoft seeks an Inventory Control Person in the city of Orange http://www.microsoft-careers.com/job/Orange-Country-InventoryControl-Expert-Job-CA/1035271/?utm_source=Indeed To search jobs within Microsoft companies, log onto http://www.microsoftcareers.com/viewalljobs/ Ernst & Young seeks an Executive Assistant in its LA office. AA degree preferred. https://ey.taleo.net/ careersection/gexp01/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=581249&src=JB-10820 Cintas in El Segundo seeks an Loader/Unloader in its El Segundo Office. https://cintas.taleo.net/careersection/10000/jobdetail.ftl?job=368095&src=JB-11100 Belkin seeks an Executive Administrative Assistant http://www.belkin.com/careers/JobDesc.aspx?id=56056&c=&o= Jones Lang La Salle seeks a Receptionist in its LA office https://delphihr.am.joneslanglasalle.com/psc/erecruit/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/ HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL?Page=HRS_CE_JOB_DTL&Action=A&JobOpeningId=15686&SiteId=1& Source Corp in Carson seeks an Administrative Assistant/Production Lead http://hostedjobs.openhire.com/epostings/ submit.cfm?fuseaction=app.dspjob&jobid=215382&company_id=16067&jobBoardId=1112 MTV Networks seeks a Department Assistant (administrative assistant) to support VP and Director of Talent http://www.jibe.com/jobs/department-assistant-mtv-networks-santa-monicaca—1-0317-?utm_source=indeed&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=indeedfeed Coors Tek, Inc. in El Segundo seeks a Customer Service Associate II (temp to permanent hire) https://www4.recruitingcenter.net/Clients/COORSTEK/PublicJobs/ controller.cfm?jbaction=JobProfile&Job_Id=14059&esid=az AMC Theaters is hiring for its Santa Monica 3rd Street Promenade location https://storefront.kenexa.com/amc/cc/ CCJobDetailAction.ss?command=CCViewDetail&job_REQUISITION_NUMBER=6784 Wells Fargo Bank in Lynwood seeks a part time teller. https://employment.wellsfargo.com/psc/PSEA/APPLICANT_NW/HRMS/c/ HRS_HRS.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_SCHJOB&Action=U Wells Fargo seeks a full time clerk in Lakewood Pavillions Grocery Store https://employment.wellsfargo.com/psc/ PSEA/APPLICANT_NW/HRMS/c/ HRS_HRS.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_SCHJOB&Action=U Dickstein Shapiro, LLC (DC base law firm with LA office and Irvine Office) seeks a clerk http://www2.recruitingcenter.net/ clients/dicksteinshapiro/publicjobs/ controller.cfm?jbaction=JobProfile&Job_Id=10700&esid=az Equity Residential Property Management seeks a Maintenance person http://www.equityapartments.com/corporate/content/ hr_jobposting.asp?JobPostingID=772009 The NFL Corporation in Culver City seeks an Executive Administrator https:// www.nfl.apply2jobs.com/ProfExt/ index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showJob&RID=220&CurrentPage=1 Turner Broadcasting (aka TIME WARNER) seeks a Sr. Administrative Assistant https://careers.timewarner.com/1033/ASP/ TG/ cim_jobdetail.asp?jobId=569971&PartnerId=391&SiteId=36&type=search&JobReqLang=1&codes=NIND Lakeshore seeks an Administrative Assistant in its Carson headquarters http://tbe.taleo.net/NA1/ats/careers/ requisition.jsp?org=LAKESHORE&cws=1&rid=245&source=Indeed.com There are 57 jobs for Guess, Inc (the fashion conglomerate) in LA https://recruiter.kenexa.com/guess/cc/ CCJobSearchAction.ss?command=CCSearchNow. 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God IS Faithful

by Andrea Andrews This morning I was blessed with an email that touched my spirit and served as confirmation about the joy I’ve held onto during (what most would perceive to be) challenging times in my life. While reading the email I immediately began to pray that others who received it would maintain an open heart and mind to not look at the vessel (pastor) who the email featured, but instead to focus in on the message God spoke through him. It is often risky

to support the quotes, theories, sermons, missions, etcetera of people whom have been the target of media attacks whether justified or not because the world has manipulated our souls (mind, will and emotion) to accept whatever the world tells and shows us. This habit has provoked us to condemn instead of pray… The email spoke of an interview with Pastor Rick Warren and among other things spoke of his wife’s battle with cancer and how the prayers and petitions of countless believers had not healed her, but had strengthened, inspired, and birthed a ministry within her. I rejoiced in his testimony and was reflective upon my own personal relationship to cancer. In my early 20’s God called me to be the caregiver of a family friend who’d been stricken by Leukemia (the same form of cancer that claimed the life of my grandmother). In my 30’s God blessed me to work with the top pancreatic cancer specialist in the nation as a patient advocate and

as a minister for My Father in heaven. In the fall of 2004, my son’s 4th grade teacher went out on sick leave for cancer treatment. On April 28, 2005 my mother was diagnosed with cervical cancer which later spread to her uterus and ovaries. My prayer and petition (along with many others) before God was this… ‘Lord, if it be thy will to heal my mother, touch her body and heal her, but if it be thy will to take my mother, please make her suffering short.’ Beyond all else, I knew that God was and still IS faithful… Coming upon the anniversary of my mother ’s departure from this world (April 29, 2006), I rejoice in God’s faithfulness. My mother lived a year and a day to her diagnosis. She experienced two rounds of chemotherapy and a course of radiation. She experienced no side effects from either (highly unlikely for most patients battling cancer). She was only physically impacted for ten days – enough

to where she was confined to a hospital. She was in thee best of care and surrounded by thee best God sent. For those who are battling cancer, I pray that you are strengthened, empowered, inspired, enduring, comforted and cared for by the Spirit of God. I pray that you experience peace in the midst of grave pain. I pray that you see the face of God when you feel like giving up. I pray that you have thee best of care and endless resources for thee best of treatment. And, for the loved ones, family, friends and caregivers of those who are directly in the battle… I pray that you petition God for His grace, mercy, peace and provision while on the battle field. “Happy moments, PRAISE GOD. Difficult moments, SEEK GOD. Quiet moments, WORSHIP GOD. Painful moments, TRUST GOD. Every moment, THANK GOD.” – Pastor Rick Warren. By FAITH… Peace, Love & Blessings

Family & Friends Day at Good Tidings Baptist Church Greetings & Salutations in the name of Our Lord & Savior Jesus Christ! We the members of Good Tidings Baptist Church where the esteemed Pastor R.E. Grier Sr. is our pastor; say it is indeed a blessing and a privilege to invite one & all, including the community at large to our “Annual Family & Friends Day’, Sunday, May 15, 2011 @ 3:30 p.m. We invoke the Holy Spirit in asking that you come ready to give all due honor & praise to Him who has kept us in the midst of it all! Family & Friends day is

a most special day to honor what our Lord has blessed us with. Come to rejoice, sing, shout, & praise as we lift up our hands & voices in honor of this blessed day. The Good Tidings Baptist Church is located at 7011 S. San Pedro St. Los Angeles, Ca 90003 (corners of 70th St & San Pedro St.) Let’s celebrate & praise together in Jesus’ name! For further information you may call the church office at (323) 7596231. Respectfully Submitted, The Good Tidings Baptist Church.

PASTOR HENRY J. COX AND ASSEMBLING FAITH MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH REQUESTS YOUR PRESENCE COME WORSHIP WITH US!!! Praise God from whom all blessings flow. Pastor Cox and the Assembling Faith Missionary Baptist Church requests your presence and invites you to come and worship with us at 1233 W. 91st Street, Los Angeles, CA 90044. Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Worship Service - 11:00 a.m. Please come and

celebrate with us in worship to our King. HALLELUJAH, HALLELUJAH!! JOIN US IN WORSHIP OF OUR LORD!! Let’s receive blessings from our Lord and have a HALLELUJAH good time as we worship Him. Rev. Henry J. Cox, Pastor

Rev. Earl A. Pleasant Retires Church Accepting Resume for Pastor Greater New Bethel Baptist Church of Inglewood, CA is happy to announce the retirement of our Pastor, the Reverend Earl A. Pleasant. Pastor Pleasants retirement is scheduled for July, 2011. At that time we will be seeking a new Pastor to lead this great Church. If the Lord is laying it on your heart to become a candidate for this Ministry, please submit your resume to the Greater New Bethel Baptist Church, 601 East 99th Street. Inglewood, CA 90301. You may also FAX your resume at: (310) 419-5915. You may also submit your resume via Email to: Deacon Glenn Ford; gnbbcpulpitcommittee@yahoo.com. All resumes should be submitted by March 14th – June 10, 2011. YOURS IN CHRIST DEACON GLENN FORD, Chairman Pulpit Committee.

GOOD NEWS FROM GREATER NEW UNITY Greetings in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, who is still the King of Kings and the Lord of Lords....did you know that THIS IS THE DAY THAT THE LORD, and I WILL REJOICE AND BE GLAD IN IT? Wow, God has blessed us to see another FIRST SUNDAY...it is already APRIL!!! What a great month! We will celebrate the death, burial and more important, the RESURRECTION of our Lord, this month on April 24!! What a great month to be born in!! Spring has sprung, the flowers are in full bloom, birds are merrily chirping, and God is still on the throne! Do you remember that song, from back in the day, “God

is Still on the Throne”. Aren’t you glad that He is in control? Praise God!! And praise God for a powerful spoken Word coming from Pastor Allison on this past Sunday. It encouraged us to remember that God can heal us, God can forgive us when we mess up, God can straighten us up and God can turn us around! Thank you Pastor Allison for that good word...we look forward to a great move of the Holy Spirit today in our worship experience, and thankfully, we will be share together and partake of Holy Communion today, before the close of Morning Worship at 10:45. April is such a busy month at Greater New Unity! Today after morning service, the Teens for

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Basically, you don’t want your fasting to be in vain. Although fasting is not “commanded” in the Bible, it is expected of all believers during their walk with Jesus Christ to fast. For me, it helps me to identify with Jesus. In Mathew 6:17-18, Jesus did not say, “If you fast”...but instead...”when you fast” this is the revelation through scripture that fasting is expected but not commanded. Reasons for Fasting according to Isaiah 58:6-7 Is not this the fast that I have chosen? To loose the bands of wickedness, to undo the heavy burdens, and to let the oppressed go free, and that ye break every yoke? Is it not to deal thy bread to the hungry, and that thou bring the poor that are cast out to thy house? When thou seest the naked, that thou cover him; and that thou hide not thyself from thine own flesh? 1) To bring justice 2) To undo heavy burdens and break the yoke of bondage 3) To free the oppressed and loose the bands of wickedness 4) To share food 5) To provide shelter for the poor 6) To clothe the naked 7) To provide for one’s family Other Reasons: 8) To mourn and repent: Daniel 10:2-3; Esther 4:3; Isaiah 58:5; Joel 2:12-13; Zechariah 7:5 9) To Receive God’s instructions: Exodus 34:28; Acts 9:9; Acts 13:2 10) To die to the Flesh: Isaiah 58:3 , 11) For humility and deliverance from bondage: Psalm 35:13; I Sam 7:3-14; Ezra 8:21-23 12) To resist the devil’s temptations: I Cor. 7:5; Luke 4:1-2 13) Due to the lack of food: I Kings 19:8 14) For health and healing: Isaiah 53; Psalm 35:13 15) For spiritual power to cast out demons: Matthew 17:18-21 *PREPARATION* The first thing you to do before you fast is set a definite time period for your fast. Will your fast be 1 meal, 3 days, 7 days, 21 days, or 40 days? The second thing you need to do is decide which type of fast you will undertake. If you are going on a prolonged fast, please don’t begin your fast immediately... but gradually cut down on your food intake and then begin your fast (that way it doesn’t “Shock your System”). Also cease drinking caffeine products (coffee, tea, cocoa, latte, soda and so forth) a few days prior to beginning your fast. Caffeine makes us hungry. *PRECAUTIONS YOU SHOULD TAKE DURING THE FAST* Drink warm water instead of cold water and do not drink too much water at one time. Do not drink milk, or other beverages. (Follow these procedures on All Types of Fasts, except the “The Absolute Fast”.) Do not take excessively “Hot Baths or Showers” during a prolonged fast - Because this may cause “Dizziness”. But do take a bath or shower regularly, because fasting causes impurities to be secreted through the pores of your skin therefore, causing an embarrassing odor “Do not engage in excessive work or exercise.” WALK, READ, PRAY, AND WORSHIP DURING WHAT USED TO BE YOUR MEALTIMES IN ORDER TO OVERCOME EATING TEMPTATIONS. WHEN THE TEMPTUOUS ONE COMES...BIND THAT SPIRIT IN THE NAME OF JESUS! SOME SYMPTOMS YOU MAY EXPERIENCE Headache, Nausea, Low fever, Sleeplessness, and Stomach Pains IF YOU HAVE ANY OF THESE SYMPTOMS “DO NOT TAKE MEDICINE FOR THEM” IT WILL SUBSIDE IF YOU PRAY! BREAKING THE FAST: DO IT SLOW, START WITH SOUP, VEGATABLE AND FUIRT JUICES UNTIL YOU BUILD YOURSELF BACK UP. *TYPES OF FASTS* 1). Normal fast: Abstaining from All Solid and Liquid Food except for Water. 2). Absolute Fast: Abstaining from both food and drink. *You should never stay on this fast more than three days unless under the direction of the Holy Spirit. * 3). The Partial Fast: Abstaining from just certain foods. You can live on just certain foods during the duration of this fast such as bread and water, or you may choose to fast (give up) a certain meal each day. 4). The Daniel Fast: consists of fruits, vegetables, and water. 5). The Juice Fast: consists of fruit and vegetable juices only. 6). The Television and Entertainment Fast: setting aside TV, Radio, Newspapers, etc, and other forms of entertainment to seek the Lord. 7). The Water, Honey and Lemon Fast: a cleansing fast. Squeeze 1/2 lemon in a cup of hot water and add honey to add flavor. This can be done for an extended fast. But when you fast, put oil on your head and wash your face, so that it will not be obvious to men that you are fasting, but only to your Father, who is unseen; and your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you. Matthew 6:17-18

has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. Another great soldier has gone home to get his reward....You are in our prayers and our thoughts at this time... We continue to lift all of our sick and shut in on our ever-increasing prayer list, please intercede for each other in prayer. You are always invited to Greater New Unity! Serving as Pastor with the heart of a servant, and filled with the precious Holy Ghost is our very own Rev. Randy Allison. Reporting has been yours truly, Sis. Arlene Andrews, and until next week, don’t forget to keep RAISING THE PRAISE!!

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Sunday School ................................................ 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ................................ 7:45 & 11:00 A.M. Evening Worship .............................................. 6:30 P.M. Mdwk. Prayer ....................................................... NOON

GREATER ZION CHURCH FAMILY 2408 N. Wilmington Avenue - Compton, CA 90222 Ph: 310-639-5535 / 310-639-6025

REV. RANDY ALLISON, JR. PASTOR

DR. H.P. RACHAL ORGANIZER 1969 - 2006

Sunday School ........................................................ 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ....................................................10:45 A.M. Children’s Church ................................................. 10:45 A.M. Midweek Prayer/Bible Study (Wed.) ........................7:00 P.M.

MT. TABOR MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH

DR. GHARAH L. DEGEDDINGSEZE, III ORGANIZER Sunday Service ................................................... 8:00 A.M. Sunday School .................................................. 10:00 A.M. Wed. Night Bible Hour ........................................... 6:00 P.M. Choir Rehearsal (Sat.) ......................................... 2:00 P.M. REV. JOHN A. EDWARDS II PASTOR/TEACHER

TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH

6614 SOUTH WESTERN AVE., LOS ANGELES, CA 90047

PHONE: (323) 753-3189 PASTOR (323) 753-3180

Dr. W. Jerome Fisher Senior Pastor

Rev. Michael Fisher Pastor

SERVICE TIMES: Sunday Worship ....Main Sanctuary.. 9:00 A.M. & 11:00 A.M. Evening Worship (Sun)....Main Sanctuary............... 6:00 P.M. Bible Study (Wed.) Little Zion Campus 12:00 P.M. & 7:00 P.M.

ZION BAPTIST EVANGELISTIC TEMPLE (ZBET)

600 West Rosecrans Ave. Compton, CA 90222 PHONE: (323) 636-7989 www.zbetcompton.org

DR. KEVIN E. STAFFORD SENIOR PASTOR

REV. TICEY BROWN PASTOR Early Worship ....................................................... 8:00 A.M. Sunday School ..................................................... 9:40 A.M. Morning Worship ................................................. 11:00 A.M. Communion Service (1st Sun.) ............................. 5:00 P.M. Mid-Week Prayer Mtg. (Wed.) ............................... 7:00 P.M.

MT. ZION MISSIONARY B.C. 1300 EAST 50TH STREET LOS ANGELES, CA 90011

Sunday School .......................................... 8:30 - 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ...................................... 9:45 - 11:45 A.M. SOUL Food Hour of Power Tuesday...12:00 P.M. - 1:00 P.M. Bible Institute & Tuesday Worship & Word....6:15 -8:45 P.M. Prayer Warrior’s Ministry ......Friday 5:00 A.M. - 6:00 A.M. “It’s DUE SEASON at Zion” (Galatians 6:9)

2040 W. Jefferson Blvd., - Los Angeles, CA 90018 Phone: (323) 735-0044 Fax: (323) 735-0219 E-Mail: Trinitybaptistc@sbcglobal.net WebSite: Trinitybaptistchurchla.org

REV. ALVIN TUNSTILL, JR., PASTOR Sunday Worship Service ......................... 7:30 & 10:30 A.M. Church School ....................................................... 9:00 A.M. Broadcast (KJLH) - 102.3) .................................. 9:00 A.M. Prayer & Bible Study (Wed.).............. 12:00 P.M. & 7:00 P.M.

WEST ANGELES CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST 3045 Crenshaw Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90016 PHONE: (323) 733-8300 FAX: (323) 735-1141

REV. EDWARD V. HILL II, PASTOR

Website: WESTA.ORG BISHOP CHARLES E. BLAKE

Consecration ...................................................... 9:45 A.M. Sunday School ..................................................10:00 A.M. Morning Worship ............................................... 11:45 A.M. Prayer (Wed.) ....................................... Noon & 6:30 P.M. Prayer/Bible Study (Wed.) ................................. 7:00 P.M

Sunday School ................................. 8:00 A.M. & 11:00 A.M. Early Worship ........................................................ 8:00 A.M. Morning Worship ................................................. 11:00 A.M. Evening Worship .................................................... 7:00 P.M. Mid-Week Worship (Wed.) ..................................... 7:00 P.M. Radio Broadcast (Sun.) - KJLH 102.3 FM .......... 10:00 A.M.

Victory Baptist Church Announces Broadcast on Time Warner Cable Time Warner Cable is in 42 Cities Covering Over 2 Million Viewers Digital Broadcast

Church Ministry Connections CHRISTIAN FORCE M.B.C. 1008 N. Willowbrook Ave, Compton, Ca Ph: (310) 76-FORCE Email: revkimbrough@msn.com

NATHAN D. KIMBROUGH, PASTOR Sunday School .................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ................ 11:00 A.M. Wednesday Bible Study ..... 11:30 A.M. Saturday Bible Study .......... 11:30 P.M. Feeding/Clothing Ministry ..... (4th Sat) Miission Program (5th Sun)....3:30 P.M.

CITIZENS OF ZION B.C. 12930 South Lime Avenue Compton, CA 90221 Phone: (310) 638-0536 DR. B. T. NEWMAN, PASTOR Concencration Period ......... 9:00 A.M. Sunday School ................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ............... 10:45 A.M. Evening Worship ................. 6:30 P.M. Wed. Prayer ..... 9:30 A.M. & 6:30 P.M.

GREATER MT. SINAI M.B.C. #2 “A Church Bible-Based, ChristCentered & Spirit Led” 12317 S. Wilmington Ave. Compt., CA 90222 Phone: (310) 631-0261 REV. KALVIN E. CRESSEL, SR., PASTOR/TEACHER Bible Institue (Sun.) ............. 9:15 A.M. Morning Worship ............... 10:45 A.M. Mission (Tues.) ................. 10:30 A.M. Teachers Mtg. (Tues.) ......... 6:30 P.M. Bible Study/Discipleship (Wed)7:00 P.M.

NEW BRIGHTER DAY Missionary Baptist Church

PHONE: (323) 235-2103

Weekly Worship & Study Opportunities

Compton

1911 East Alondra Blvd. Compton, CA 90221 PHONE: (310) 639-8448 FAX: (310) 639-1009 E. C. BOWDRY, SR., PASTOR Sunday School (Sun.) ........ 9:00 A.M. Worship Service (Sun.) ..... 11:00 A.M. Prayer & Bible Study (Wed.) ... 7:00 P.M.

UNITY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP 16133 S. Atlantic Ave., Compton, CA 90221 Office: (310) 604-0234 unitychristianfellowship@yahoo.com website: www.unitycf.org BISHOP JOHNNY R. WITHERS, JR., SENIOR PASTOR/TEACHER Sunday Morning Worship ................................9:30 A.M. Teaching Empowerment Night (Tuesday) 7:00 P.M.

“A Full Gospel B.C. Fellowship Affiliate”

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Dr. W.E. Jenkins, Pastor

Inland Empire/San Gabriel Valley-Channel 165- Sunday 4:30 P.M. (58 cities- 1.5 Million Viewers) Laverne…Glendora…City of Industry…Loma Linda…Covina…Diamond Bar…La Super Metro LA Zone- Channel 165- Sunday 9:00 P.M. Puente…Ontario…Redlands…Glendora…Upland…Baldwin Park…Hacienda Heights…Walnut Marina Del Ray…Torrance…Lakewood…Downey…Hollywood…Lawndale…Hawaiian Gardens Park…San Bernardino…Canyon Lake…Lake Elsinore…Horse Thief Paramount…Harbor…Bell Gardens…Southgate…South El Monte…Westchester…Carson… Canyon…Whittier…Yucaipa…Monrovia…Montclair…Pomona…Beaumont…Chino…Colton… Manhattan Beach…Redondo Beach…Hawthorne…Lomita…East Compton…Central LA… Fontana…San Jacinto…Sierra Madre…South Whittier…Grand Torrance…Homeland/Romoland…Lytle Artesia…El Segundo…Playa Vista…LA Harbor…Bell/Cudahy…Pico Rivera…South Los Angeles… Creek…Covina…Riverside …Perris…Corona…El Monte…Murietta…Arcadia…Rialto…Murietta Hot LaMirada…Compton…Culver City…LA West…Gardena…Lynwood…Maywood…Inglewood… Sprints…Rowland Heights…Rancho Cucamonga…Claremont…Highland…San Dimas Athens…Del Aire…Santa Fe Springs…San Pedro…Bellflower…Hermosa Beach… West…Woodcrest…Cal Mesa…Chino Hills…Menifee…Hemet…Temecula


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Gardena LIBERTY TABERNACLE MINISTRIES 14725 South Gramercy Place Gardena, CA 90249 CHURCH: (310) 715-8400 Email Address: libertytabmin@sbcglobal.net ELDER DAVID CROSS, PASTOR Morning Worship ........8:30 & 11:00 A.M. Word Power/Bible Study (Wed.) 6:30 P.M. “I Care Ministry” (Sat.) ........ 9:45 A.M.

Inglewood

Church Ministry Connections

FAMILY CHRIISTIAN CATHEDRAL

645 W. Arbor Vitae Street, Ing. Ca 90301 Phone: (310) 419-3930 www.THEMIRACLEWALL.org Dr. Jynona M. Norwood, Senior Pastor Sun. Worship Service ............11:45 A.M. 5:45 P.M. Tues & Thurs............................7:45 P.M. Food Baskets distributed Immediately following Sunday Morning Worship. BOOST your FAITH. KTYM 1460 Am M-F @ 3:45 P.M.

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Los Angeles - Church Ministry Connections GOOD TIDINGS BAPTIST CHURCH

BIBLE FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH 6915 S. Broadway Ave Phone: (323) 751-3532 (323) 751-7331 REV. DeSHAY L. WARD, SR PASTOR Sunday School ..................... 9:45 A.M. Morning Worship ................ 11:15 A.M. Prayer & Praise.. (Tues)..... 12:00 P.M. Choir Rehearsal ..(Thurs)..... 4:00 P.M.

AVENUE CHRISTIAN LOVE B.C.

3600 West Imperial Hwy. Inglewood, CA 90303

Phone: (323) 751-0502 www.theoneandonlywaymin.org - Website Dr. Herman C. Avery Jr., Ph.D, Pastor Sunday School ......................10:00 A.M. Morning Worship ................. 11:30 A.M. Wed. Prayer/Bible Study ........ 7:00P.M. 7010 S. Denver Ave., L.A.)

TRUE FRIENDSHIP MISSIONARY B.C. 7901 South Van Ness Avenue Inglewood, CA 90305 Ph: (323) 750-7304 Fx. (323) 565-2894 REV. JAMES A. PERKINS, PASTOR Morning Worship ..... 8:00 A.M./10:45 A.M. Bible Adventure Hour ............... 9:30 A.M. Prayer & Praise/Bible Study (Tues.) 7:P.M. Youth Ministry (Wed.) ................ 6:30 P.M. Prayer & Praise/Bible Study (Thur.) 12 Noon

Long Beach

Church Ministry Connections

CHRIST SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH 1471 Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave. Long Beach, CA 90813 Phone: (562) 599-3421 www.csblb.org REV.WELTON PLEASANT II, PASTOR Sunday School ........................8:30 A.M. Morning Worship ................... 9:40 A.M. Evening Worship ................... 6:00 P.M. Midweek Prayer (Wed.) ........ 7:00 P.M.

MACEDONIA BAPTIST CHURCH

7301 So. Avalon, L.A., CA 90003 Phone/Fax: (323) 759-8087 REV. RAYMOND A. DENNIS, PASTOR Sunday School ..................... 9:00 A.M. Morning Worship ............... 10:30 A.M. Mission Mtg. (Wed.) ........ 12:00 Noon Bible Study/Prayer Mtg. (W) 7:00 P.M.

Early Morning Worship (Sun.). 8:00 A.M. Sunday School ........................ 9:15 A.M. Mid-Morning Worship ........... 11:00 A.M. Afternoon Service ................... 4:00 P.M. Mid-Week Bible Study (Wed.) .7:00 P.M. Prayer (Saturday) .................... 8:00 A.M.

BETHEL M.B.C. OF SOUTH L.A.

GRACE TEMPLE BAPTIST CHURCH

10905 S. Compt., Ave., L.A., CA 90059 Phone: (323) 566-5286/Fax: 566-3224 REGINALD POPE, DP.TH., PASTOR

7017 Gramercy Place, LA Ca Phone: (323) 971-8192 Fax: (323) 750-5106 MIQUAIL BROADOUS, SENIOR PASTOR/TEACHER Sunday School ...................... 9:00A.M. Morning Worship ................. 10:00 A.M. Intercessory Prayer..(Wed.).. 6:30 P.M. Wednesday Worship. (Wed). 7:00 P.M.

Worship ........... 8:00 A.M. & 11:00 A.M. Sun. School & Bible Train. .... 9:30 A.M. Evangelism/Prayer (Mon.) ..... 7:29 P.M. Prayer/Bible (Wed.) 11:30 AM/6:30 P.M. Radio KTYM-1460 AM ( Fri.).. 8:30 P.M. www.BethelSouthLA.org

EBENEZER BAPTIST CHURCH

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Ph: (323) 232-0398 Fx: (323) 232-7183 Email; ebc4901@sbcglobal.net

DR. KENNETH E. LITTLE, PASTOR Intercessory Prayer.............. 8:30 A.M. Sunday School ..................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship..................11:00 A.M. Night Service . (2d & 4th Sun.) 7:00 P.M. Mdwk. Prayer/Bible Study (Wed) .7:00 P.M.

FAITH IN GOD BAPTIST CHURCH 315 West Florence Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90003 PHONE: (323) 751-2305 E-mail: figbaptist@sbcglobal.net REV. LA VELLE M. GATES SENIOR PASTOR Sunday School ...................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship .................. 11:00 A.M. Discipleship Ministry (Tues.) ... 7:00 P.M. Get In Shape Ministry (Wed.) ... 7:00 P.M.

FIRST RISING STAR CHRISTIAN CENTER

DONALD DILLON SR. PASTOR Sunday School............................ 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ..........................11:00 PM. Weekly Bible Study........Wed......... 7:00 PM. Evening Worship 2nd & 4th Sunday..6:00 PM Noon Prayer ... Friday..................12:00 PM

FIRST SWEET HOME B.C. 8800 S. Bandera St., L.A., CA 90002 Phone: (323) 583-5990 E-MAIL: Almost50@sprint.blackberry.net REV. RENANDEZ GRIM, PASTOR SUNDAY: 9:30 A.M. ....... Sunday School 10:45 A.M. .... Morning Service MONDAY: 6:00 P.M. - Intercessory Prayer 6:30 P.M. .............. Bible Study FRIDAY: 6:30 P.M. ....... YYA Bible Study

Early Morning Worship....... 8:00 A.M. Sunday School ................. 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship................11:00 A.M. Bible Study...(Tue).. 11:00 A.M.& 7 P.M. Website: www.wordonnet.com Email: Macedonia.baptist114@gmail.com

MCN MINISTRIES/BIBLEWAY LA 8712 Crenshaw blvd jcastlv@yahoo.com www.bryanthewitt.com PROPHET BRYANT HEWITT Sunday Worship.............. 4:30 -6:00 P.M. Bible Study ..... (Tues) ...6:00 - 7:00 P.M. House of Prayer..(Tues).7:00 - 9:00 P.M. Radio Broadcast --- KTYM 1460 AM Thursday ...................11:00 A.M. Sunday ........................8:00 P.M.

METROPOLITAN BAPTIST CHURCH 4200 South Hooper Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90011 Phone: (323) 233-3619 ELTON LEMAR JOHNSON, PASTOR Sunday School .................. 9:15A.M. Morning Worship ............. 10:45 A.M. Bible Study (Wed.) ............. 7:00 P.M.

MOUNT ISRAEL M.B.C. 230 W. 103rd Street, L.A., CA 90003 (323) 757-3090; Fx: (310) 532-8498 Email; jessiewalker@ca.rr.com DR. JESSE L. WALKER, PASTOR Sunday School ........................ 9:30 A.M. Sunday Morning Worship ..... 11:00 A.M. Midwk. Worship Serv/Prayer Mtg 7:P.M. B.T.U. (Sunday)......................10:15 A.M. Choir Rehearsal (Friday.) ...... 7:00 P.M.

2302 West 132nd St., L.A., CA 90059 Ph: 310-635-1958 FAX: 310-635-1938 REV. A.R. BILLINGLY Organizer/Builder REV. KENNETH A. HALL, PASTOR Sunday School ...................... 9:00 A.M. Morning Worship ................. 10:45 A.M. Evening Worship .................... 6:00 P.M. Mdwk. Prayer (Wed) 12 Noon/7:30 P.M.

659 West Colden Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90044 Office: (323) 755-3201 REV. C. LAMAR SIMMONS PASTOR Sunday School ..................... 8:00 A.M. Morning Worship .................. 9:00 A.M. Prayer Meeting (Tues.) .......... 7:00 P.M.

ANTHONY DILLON SR., PASTOR EMERITUS

1751 East 114th Street, L.A. Ca PHONE: (323) 569-9561

GREATER MT. HERMON M.B.C.

GREATER MT. OLIVE B.C.

964 W. Manchester Ave, LA Ca 90044 Phone: (323) 971-4993 Email: firstrisingstarcc@gmail.com

LOVE LIFTED ME M.B.C. 6501 Crenshaw Blvd - L.A., CA 90043 Ph: (323) 778-5438 Fx:(323) 778-0574 PASTOR S.S. SHIGG ORGANIZER/PASTOR Sunday School .......................9:00 A.M. Worship Service ................. 11:00 A.M. Prayer/Bible Study ................ 6:30 P.M. Silent Revival (1st Sat).. 2:00-2:15 P.M.

7011 S. San Pedro Street Los Angeles, CA 90003 Phone: (323) xxx-xxxx ROBERT E. GRIER , PASTOR REV. BRIAN WELLS, CO-PASTOR Sunday School .................. 9:00 A.M. Morning Worship .............. 10:15 A.M. Mdwk. Prayer (Wed.) ......... 6:00 P.M. Pastor’s Bible Hour (Wed) ...6:00 P.M.

GOSPEL MISSION BAPTIST CHURCH

7516 S. Central Ave., L.A., CA 90001 PHONE: (323) 587-1586 REV. HAROLD H. LEE, PASTOR

4901 S. Avalon Blvd. L.A. Ca 90011

PROGRESSIVE COMMUNITY Missionary Baptist Church

- Los Angeles

NEW PROVIDENCE M.B.C. 10200 South Normandie Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90044 Phone: (323) 754-3779 newprovidencebaptistchurchla.org REV. DONALD A. KNIGHTON, SR. Sunday School .................... 9:00 A.M. Morning Worship ................ 10:45 A.M. Prayer/Bible Study (Wed.) .... 6:30 P.M. Choir Rehearsal (Thurs.) ...... 7:00 P.M.

GREATER BEREAN M.B.C.

ONE FAITH FELLOWSHIP P.O. BOX 56641, LA, CA 90056 E-MAIL: OneFaith2007@aol.com www.onefaithfellowship.org Phone: (323) 481-6724 Dr. Tonya Lewis, Founder/President

12433 S. Main Street Los Angeles, Calif. 90044 (323) 757-3048 REV. JOE B. SMITH, JR PASTOR Sunday School .................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ................ 11:00 A.M. Prayer Service (Wed.) .......... 6:00 P.M. Bible Study (Wed)..................7:00 P.M.

1st Saturday - Fellowships Celebration of Youths - March Celebration of Adults - August

GOSPEL MEMORIAL C.O.G.I.C. 1480 Atlantic Ave., L.B., CA 90813 Phone: (562) 599-7389 BISHOP JOE L. EALY, PASTOR Sunday School ..................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ................ 11:00 A.M. Evening Worship ................... 6:30 P.M. Wednesday Night Prayer ..... 7:00 P.M. Pastoral Teaching (Wed) ...... 7:30 P.M.

GREATER OPEN DOOR C.O.G.I.C. 132 East Artesia Blvd. Long Beach, CA 90805 Phone: (562) 423-8653 DR. GARON HARDEN, PASTOR Early Morning Worship ......... 8:00 A.M. Sunday School .................... 9:40 A.M. Morning Worship ................ 11:00 A.M. B.T.U. (Thurs.) ...................... 7:30 P.M. Evening Worship .................. 6:30 P.M.

FIRST ZION TRAVELERS Missionary Baptist Church

GREATER NEW MORNING STAR

4715 South Normandie Los Angeles, CA 90037 Ph: (323) 296-2047; Fx. (323) 588-2854 Church Office: (323) 585-1048 E-mail: IBryantRN@aol.com DR. FRANK BRYANT, JR., PASTOR Sunday School ......... 9:30 - 10:30 A.M. Morning Worship ................. 11:00 A.M. Bible Study/Pray (Thurs) 11:30 A.M. - 1:P.M.

210 W. Florence Ave., L.A., CA 90003 Phone: (323) 753-3196 / 757-0311 REV. WALTER RILEY, PASTOR Sunday Worship .................... 8:00 A.M. Sunday School ...................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship .................. 10:45 A.M. Mid-day Prayer (Tues.) ........ 12:00 P.M. Mission Meeting (Tues.) ......... 6:30 P.M. Mid-week Prayer (Wed.) ........ 7:00 P.M.

FRIENDLY FRIENDSHIP B.C. 10101 S. Avalon Blvd., L.A., CA 90003 Phone: (323) 756-4088 REV. LAMONTE KING, PASTOR Early Worship ........................ 8:00 A.M. Sunday School ...................... 9:05 A.M. Morning Worship ................. 10:30 A.M. Monday Bible Study ............... 7:00 P.M. Mdwk. Prayer (Wed.) ....... 12:00 NOON Mdwk. Pray/Bible Study (Wed) ... 7:P.M.

NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH 1160 New York St. Long Beach, CA 90813 Ph. (562) 599-3509; Fx (562) 591-7314 REV. COLEMAN L HART, PASTOR Sunday School ....................... 8:45 A.M. Morning Worship ................... 10:30 A.M. Sun. Discipleship Training ....... 5:00 P.M. Mon. Night Men’s Bible Study .... 7:00 P.M. Tuesday (Mission) WMU ......... 6:00 P.M. Wednesday Youth Family Night 6:00 P.M. Wed. Night (Mid-Week) Prayer 7:00 P.M.

NORTH LONG BEACH CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP 5640 Orange Ave, L.B. CA 90805 Phone: 562-422-8027 Fax: (562) 428-2853

REV. WALTER M. CARTER, PASTOR Early Service (Sun)................. 8:00 A.M. Sunday School (Sun)...............9:30 A.M. Worship Service (Sun)..........11:00 A.M. Prayer & Bible Study (Wed).....7:00P.M.

FRIENDLYWILL M.B.C.

2400 W. Vernon Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90008 Phone: (323) 292-3589 ELDER TERRY WILSON, PASTOR Sunday School .................. 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship .............. 11:00 A.M. Mdwk. Prayer (Wed.) ......... 7:00 P.M.

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CA

Phone: (323) 756-3966 F: (323) 756-3969

REV. TERRELL TAYLOR - PASTOR Morning Worship Service ..8:00 & .11:00 A.M. Sunday School ...........................9:30 AM Noon Bible Study...Wed............... 12:00 PM Prayer Meeting/Bible Study Wed... 7:00 PM

PLEASANT VIEW M.B.C. 7524 S. Compton Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90001

346 East 36th St., L.A., CA 90011 CHURCH: (323) 233-7729 FAX: (323) 233-8057 E-mail: gnsmchurch@yahoo.com

Ph: (323) 581-9900 Email Address: pvmbc54@yahoo.com REV. MICHAEL WHITE - PASTOR

REV. LOVESTER ADAMS, SR., PASTOR Sunday School ..................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship Service ... 11:00 A.M. Mid-Wk. Prayer (Wed.) ......... 7:00 P.M.

11009 South Figueroa Street Los Angeles, CA 90061 Phone: (323) 779-0583 REV. LEHMAN JOHNSON, PASTOR Sunday Morning Worshi .... 8:00 A.M. Sunday School ................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ............... 11:00 A.M. Prayer/Intercessory (Tues.) .. 7:00 P.M. Prayer/Mid-day (Fri.) ... 12:00 NOON

GOOD NEWS MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH

Park Windsor B.C. is a Church of “Inclusion, Not Exclusion” 1842 W. 108th Street, L.A. Ca 90047

GREATER NEW ST. MATTHEW Missionary Baptist Church

HOLY ROCK MISSIONARY B.C.

1225 E. 68th St., L.A., CA 90001 Ph: (323) 585-7860; Fx. (323) 585-7860 website: www.friendlywill.org REV. CHEZ J. LISTER, SR., PASTOR Sunday School ...................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ................. 11:00 A.M. Wed. (Church Hour of Prayer) . 6:00 P.M. Wed. (Bible Study) ................. 7:00 P.M. Church Office .... 10 A.M. - 2P.M. (M.- F.)

PARK WINDSOR BAPTIST CHURCH

Sunday School ............9:15 - 10:30 A.M. Morning Worship Service ........11:00 A.M. Wednesday Night Prayer...........7:00 P.M. Wednesday Night Bible Study....7:30 P.M.

REDEEMER B.C. OF L.A. 2003 W. Jefferson Blvd., L.A., CA 90018 Ph: (323) 735-9274 Fax: (323) 735-9140 E-Mail: Redbc2003@aol.com Robert L. DeFrance, Jr., Ph.D Pastor Sunday School ........................ 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship .................... 11:00 A.M. Prayer & Fasting (Wed) 12:00 & 7:00 P.M. Bible Study (Wed.) .................... 7:00 P.M. Mission (Thurs.) ........................ 1:00 P.M.

KING SOLOMON MISSIONARY B.C. 7407 South Central Avenue Los Angeles, CA 900011 Phone: (323) 588-0659 REV. DAVID DUNCAN, PASTOR SERVICE TIME SCHEDULES: Sunday School ..................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship Service .... 11:00 A.M. Prayer/Bible Study (Wed.) ..... 7:00 P.M. Mission (Every 2nd/4th Tues.) 7:00 P.M.

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REDEEMER MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH 1631 West Adams Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90007 Phone: (213) 732-4124 REV. CURTIS MONROE, JR., PASTOR Sunday School ......................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship .................... 11:00 A.M. Mdwk Prayer/Bible Study (Wed) 7:30 P.M.

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Los Angeles - Church Ministry Connections - Los Angeles ROCK OF FAITH M.B.C. 5151 South Normandie Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90037 Off.: (323) 296-5840 / 751-2658 REV. E. A. TAYLOR, FOUNDER Rev. William G. Davis, Jr., Pastor Sunday School ..................... 9:05 A.M. Morning Worship ................ 10:35 A.M. Afternoon Worship ............... 3:30 P.M. Mdwk. Prayer (Wed.) ............ 7:00 P.M.

SHILOH MISSIONARY B.C. 1511 E. 52nd Street, L.A. CA 90011 Phone: (323) 232-4324 Email: shiloh1511@sbcglobal.net REV. JOE E. WALLERSR., PASTOR Christian Education ..(Sun)...8:00 A.M. Sunday School ......................9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ................10:45 A.M. Prayer Mtg/Bible Study (Wed) 7:00 P.M. Mass Choir Rehearsal (Wed)..8:00 P.M.

SOUTHWOOD BAPTIST CHURCH 12121 S. Avalon Blvd. L.A. Ca 90061 Phone: (323) 755-9541 PASTOR DONALD ROBERSON ROY L. ROBERSON, PASTOR EMERITUS Sunday School ................ 9:25 A.M. Morning Worship ........... 11:00 A.M. Bible Study (Wed.) .......... 7:00 P.M.

TABERNACLE BAPTIST CHURCH 4155 McKinley Ave., L.A., CA 90011 PH: (213) 233-3289; FX: (323) 233-9356 E-Mail: Tabernacle_bc@yahoo.com PASTOR LESTER MOSLEY 8:00 A.M. ........ Early Morning Worship (1st, 3rd, & 5th Sunday) 9:30 A.M. ....... Sunday Church School 11:00 A.M. ................ Worship Service 7:30 P.M. (Wed.) Mid-Week BibleStudy & Prayer Service

TRUE EVER FAITHFUL B.C. 11167 S. Main Street, L.A., CA 90061 P: (323) 755-1134 F: (323) 755-1133 REV. K.L. BURRUS, JR., PASTOR Sunday School .................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship................ 11:00 A.M. Mission Circle...(Tues)......... 6:00 P.M. Pastor’s Bible Study.(Tues).. 7:00 P.M. (Except 1st Tues) Prayer & Teachers Mtg (Wed).6:00 P.M.

TRUE WAY MISSIONARY B.C. 9122 S. San Pedro St., L.A., CA 90003 Phone: (323) 755-4087 REV. DONALD L. WILSON, PASTOR Early Morning Worship ......... 8:00 A.M. Sunday School ................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ................ 10:30 A.M. Prayer Meeting / Mission Bible Study Wednesday ............. 6:00 P.M. Sun. School Teachers Mtg. (Wed) 7P.M.

SAINT THOMAS M.B.C.

TABERNACLE OF FAITH B.C.

10963 South Western Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90047 Phone (323) 779-8596 Fax (323) 779-8598

UNION MISSIONARY B.C.

11328 S. Central Ave., L.A., CA 90059 Phone: (323) 569-4162

1812 E. 110th St. - L.A., CA 90059 Phone: (323) 566-5315 Res.(310) 635-2827 Fx: (323) 566-2349 DR. MILTON MARSHALL, SR., PASTOR Early Morning Worship ......... 7:30 A.M. Sunday School .................... 9:45 A.M. Morning Worship ................ 11:00 A.M. Prayer Mtg./Bible Study (Tue.) 5:00 P.M. UBU Club (Ages 13-19) 4th Wed. 6: P.M.

Early Morning Worship............8:00 A.M. Sunday School.......................9:30 A.M. Morning Worship...................10:45 A.M. Bible Study........... (Wed).......... 7:00 P.M.

ST. ANDREWS BAPTIST CHURCH 1794 W. 36th Pl. - L.A., CA 90018 Phone: (323) 735-0201 / 735-0202 REV. ALEX TOUSSAINT, PASTOR Church School ......................... 7:30 A.M. Morning Worship .................... 9:00 A.M. Evening Worship ...................... 6:30 P.M. Mdwk. Prayer .... 12:00 Noon & 7:00 P.M.

ST. JOHN M.B.C. 936 W. 49th Street Los Angeles, CA 90037 Phone (323) 752-0855 stjohnbc@att.netf REV. JAMES A. BROOKS PASTOR Sunday School......................9:30 A.M. Morning Worship...................10:45 A.M. Prayer/Bible Study..... (Wed)....6:00 P.M.

ST. REED BAPTIST CHURCH 656 East 79th Street - L.A., CA 90001 Ph: (323) 752-7807; Fx. (323) 758-8529 E-mail: StReed@sbcglobal.net REV. CHARLES JONES, PASTOR Sunday School ..................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ................. 11:00 A.M. Bible Study (Wed.) .............. 10:00 A.M. Prayer Service (Wed.) .......... 6:30 P.M. B.T.U. ..................................... 5:30 P.M. Teacher’s Mtg. (Thurs.) ......... 5:30 P.M.

ST. REST MISSIONARY B.C. 709 W. Manchester - L.A., CA 90044 Phone: (323) 752-6179 REV. TORREY COLLINS, PASTOR Sunday School ................... 9:00 A.M. Morning Worship ............... 10:45 A.M. Evening Worship ................. 3:30 P.M. *Bible Study (Tues.) ............. 7:00 P.M. *Bible Study (Wed.) ........... 11:00 A.M. Choir Rehearsals (Wed. & Fri.) 7: P.M.

www.tabernacleoffaithbaptistchurch.com

REV., DR. R. M. LEFFALL, PASTOR Sunday School .................... 9:00 A.M. Morning Worship ................ 11:00 A.M. Evening Worship .................. 7:00 P.M. Bible Study (Mon.) ................ 7:00 P.M. School of Prayer (Wed.) 11A.M. & 7PM

THE ASSEMBLING FAITH M.B.C. 1233 W. 91st St., L.A., CA 90044 Ph/Fax (323) 418-8800; (323) 791-0675 E-Mail: assemblingf8th@att.net PASTOR HENRY J. COX Sunday School ......................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship .................... 11:00 A.M. Prayer Service (Tues.) ............. 6:00 P.M. Bible Study (Tues.) ................. 7:00 P.M. Praise Dance (Wed.) .............. 7:00 P.M. Choir Rehearsal (Sat.) ............ 1:30 P.M.

THE WORD OF GOD B.C. 4816 S. Western Ave (323) 323-393-0804 (323) 292-0750 REV. LOUIS MONROE III, PASTOR Sunday School ....................... 9:00 A.M. Morning Worship ................. 10:45 A.M. Bible Study (Mon) ................. 7:30 P.M.

THIRD BAPTIST CHURCH 1210 East 41st St., L.A., CA 90011 Ph.: (323) 232-2694 FAX: (323) 231-3592 REV. J. LAWRENCE GULLEY, PASTOR Sunday School ......................... 9:15 A.M. Morning Worship .................... 10:50 A.M. B.T.U. ........................................ 5:45 P.M. Evening Worship ...................... 6:45 P.M. Mdwk. Prayer (Wed.) ............... 6:30 P.M. Bible Class ................................ 7:00 P.M.

THREE OAKS M.B.C. “A True Word Church,Committed to Spiritual Excellence” 8109 S. Hoover Street, L.A. Ca 90044 (323) 854-7872 Email - threeoakschurch@gmail.com

SOUTHERN MISSIONARY B.C.

1521 East 111th St., L.A., CA 90059 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 61218 Los Angeles, CA 90061-0218 Phone: (323) 569-8819 REV. W. CHARLES HARRIS, II, PASTOR Sunday School ...................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship .................. 10:50 A.M. Program/Vesper Hour ............. 4:00 P.M. Prayer/Bible Study (Wed.) ...... 7:00 P.M.

Prayer Partnering & Mission (Wed)..........6:00-7:00 P.M. Bible Exploration with the Pastor (Wed.).....7:15-8:30 P.M. Choir Rehearsal (Thurs) ...................................7:00 P.M. Men of Valor (1st Sat)........................................10:00 A.M.

TRAVELER’S REST M.B.C. 1417 East Florence Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90001 Phone: (323) 582-7797 E-mail: travelersrest@sbcglobal.net , PASTOR Morning Worship .................. 8:00 A.M. Church School ...................... 9:30 A.M. Worship Service ................. 11:00 A.M.

323-779-2222 www.BBCCS.ORG ATTENTION: Pastor’s, Minister’s, Deacon’s & Evangelist This is your opportunity to recieve a AA Scholarship Please call our office to confirm availability. Enrollments are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis 3600 W. Imperial Highway Inglewood, Ca 90303 Classes - Monday & Thursday 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

WELCOME MISSIONARY B.C. 8615 South Central Avenue Los Angeles, Calif. 90002 Ph: (323) 582-5813; FAX: (323) 582-4587 REV. J. W. BROWN, PASTOR Morning Worship .................... 8:00 A.M. Church School ..................... 10:00 A.M. Communion Served (Every 1st Sun.) Mid-Week Prayer (Wed.) .. 12:00 NOON Mid-Week Bible Study (Wed.) 7:00 P.M.

(The Historical) WELLER STREET M.B.C. 129 S. Gless Street Los Angeles, CA 90033 Phone: (323) 261-0949 REV. K. W. TULLOSS, PASTOR Sunday School ..................... 8:00 A.M. Sunday Morning Worship ..... 9:00 A.M. Sunday Evening Worship........6:00 P.M. Bible Study (Tues).................. 5:00 P.M.

Lynwood

MOD. RAYMOND L CHANDLER PASTOR

Women of Virtue (3rd Sat).................................11:00 A.M.

“One Church For All Generations” 4678 West Adams Blvd, L.A. Ca90016 (323) 731-2703 Email: smbcla@gmail.com XAVIER L. THOMPSON, PASTOR/TEACHER Sunday School ................... 800 A.M. Morning Worship ............... 9:45 A.M. Bible Study (Wed.) ........... 6:45 P.M.

VILLAGE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH

Sunday Church School........................................9:15 A.M. Morning Worship Experience...........................10:50 A.M.

AA - BA- M.Div-Ph.D.

GREATER NEW BEGINNING Missionary Baptist Church 12719 Gibson Ave., Lynwood,CA 90262 Phone: (310) 635-2855 JOE A. MONROE, Ph.D. Pastor/Organizer Sunday School ...................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship .................. 11:00 A.M. Mission (Tues.) ....................... 6:30 P.M. Mdwk Pray/Bible Study (Wed) 7:00 P.M.

Venice NEW BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH 503 Brooks Ave., Venice, CA 90291 Ph: (310) 392-3958/Fax: 310-392-1648 E-Mail: newbethelbaptist@verizon.net REV. MARVIS L. DAVIS, SR., PASTOR Sunrise By The Seaside ....... 8:00 A.M. Church School/ Educational Hour .................. 11:00 A.M. Wednesday Night Live Prayer Praise & Bible Study ............... 7:00 P.M.

James Winston


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*** Church Ministry -- Connection *** *Carson

WORSHIP CENTER COMMUNITY CHURCH The Grand Long Beach Event Center 4101 E. Willow Street Long Beach, CA 90815 E-MAIL: info@lbcworshipcenter.org WEBSITE: www.lbcworshipcenter.org

CITY ON THE HILL CHURCH

Jawane Hilton Senior Pastor/Teacher

WORSHIP LOCATION: 16425 Ishida Ave Carson, CA 90248 (310) 327-0274 pastorjhiltoncothchurch.org

Sunday Morning Worship ............................10:30 AM Wednesday Mid-Week Renewal Service ....7:00 PM

www.cothchurch.org **********

SERVICE TIMES: Sunday Morning Worship ........................... 10:00 A.M. Wednesday Mid-week Worship Service .... 7:30 P.M.

*Los Angeles CHURCH: (323) 564-0691

JUDSON BAPTIST CHURCH

www.BeulahBaptistLa.org

451 East 223 Street Carson, CA 90745 rd

REV. ROBERT L. TAYLOR PASTOR

Office (310) 834-2630 Fax (310) 513-0943 Web: http://judsonbc.net

Morning Worship ............................................... 10:00 A.M. Bible Study (Wednesday) .................................... 7:00 P.M.

*Compton

Sunday School ...................Sunday....................... 9:30 A.M. Worship Celebration...........Sunday..................... 10:45 A.M. Mdwk. Prayer ......................Wednesday................ 7:00 P.M. Choir Rehearsals................Thursday.....................7:00 P.M. LIVE BROADCAST * SUNDAY 11:00 AM SSBBC.ORG

REV. GEORGE L. THOMAS, PASTOR

EVENING STAR BAPTIST CHURCH

Early Morning Worship ................................. 7:30 - 9:30 A.M. Sunday School ........ 9:45 - 10:30 A.M. & 10:15 - 11:00 A.M. New Member’s Class (Sunday) ........................... 10:15 A.M. Mid-Morning Worship ........................ 10:45 A.M. - 12:45 P.M. Holy Communion (1st Sun.) ...................... 7:30 & 10:45 A.M. Broadcast (KTYM-1460 AM - SAT.) ........ 10:00 - 11:00 P.M. Mdwk. Prayer & Bible Study (Wed.) ...... 7:00 P.M. - 8:30 P.M.

211 West 59th Street - Los Angeles, CA 90003

REV. GREGORY L. TUCKER, SR., PASTORS Sunday School (Sun.) .................................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship (Sun.) ................................ 11:30 A.M. Pastor’s Bible Study (Tues.) ........................... 6:00 P.M. Mdwk Pray/Teacher’s Mtg(Tue) .......................... 6:00 PM “The Spirit of the Lord is Upon Me”

www.antiochlb.com Phone: FAX:

(562) 591-8778 (562) 599-6048

REV. WAYNE CHANEY, JR. PASTOR SUNDAY MORNINGS: Worship Services .............................. 9:00 A.M. & 11:00 A.M. Elements Bible Study .......................... 8:30 A.M. & 9:30 A.M. Spanish Worship Service .................................... 3:00 P.M. KJLH Broadcast 102.3 “Real Life”..................9:00.P.M. The Level Youth Ministry ........(Tuesdays).......... 6:00 P.M. Midweek Studies..............(Wednesday).............. 7:00 P.M.

8025 South Western Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90047 Phone: (323) 778-5890

Church School ...................................................... 8:30 A.M. Children’s Church ..................................................9:45 A.M. Worship Experience ............................................. 9:45 A.M. Prayer/Bible Study (Wed.) ..................................... 7:00 P.M.

MESSIAH BAPTIST CHURCH

4500 W. Adams Blvd. L.A., CA 90016 Phone: (323) 734-7920; Fax: (323) 734-2374 Email Address: Messiah1954@aol.com Web Address: Messiahmissionarybaptist.org REV. PERRY J. JONES, (SENIOR PASTOR) DR. WHALEN JONES, (PASTOR EMERITUS) Sunday School ..................................................... 9:00 A.M. Morning Worship ..............................7:30 A.M. & 10:30 A.M. Weekly Bible Study (Tues. & Thurs.) .................... 7:00 P.M. Weekly Bible Study /Prayer Mtg. ..................... 12:00 NOON Choir Rehearsal -”YOUTH” (Thurs.) ..................... 6:00 P.M.

NEW MT. CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH

Dr. W.M. Brent Sr Pastor Emerius

Phone: (323) 231-2391 (323) 231 1433

CHURCH: 310-324-0644 FAX: (310) 769-1287 Rev. Tommy L. Faulkner Jr. Interim Pastor

Sunday School .....................................................8:45 A.M. Morning Worship (2nd, 3rd ,4th & 5th Sun.) ........... 10:00 A.M. Prayer & Bible Study .....(Wed.) .... 12:00 Noon / 7:00 P.M.

GOOD TIDINGS BAPTIST CHURCH 7011 S. San Pedro Street Los Angeles, CA 90003

*Long Beach 1535 Gundry Ave Long Beach, Ca 90813

JERUSALEM MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH

402 E. El Segundo Blvd, L.A. Ca, 90061

Phone: (323) 759-6231

ANTIOCH CHURCH OF LONG BEACH

Church Website: www.greaterstarlightmbc.org Sunday School ................................................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ............................................... 11:00 A.M. Life Hour (2nd Sun.) ........................................... 8:00 A.M. Prayer Meeting/Bible Study (Tues.) ..................... 7:30 P.M. Hour of Power Prayer (Fri.) ............................... 5:00 A.M. Noonday Rhema (Fridays) ............................... 12:00 P.M.

CHURCH Phone: (323) 757-3940 WWW.SSBBC.ORG

REV. FREDERICK E. HOWARD Senior Pastor/Teacher Editor/Publisher

Ch:310- 635-9572 310-635-9430 Fx.

DR. PRENTISS LEWIS PASTOR

“Family of Purpose”

HOLY CHAPEL BAPTIST CHURCH

HOLY TRINITY MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH 1919 E. Compton Blvd. - Compton, CA 90221

Email: Pastorlewis@greaterstarlightmbc.org

“Come Up to Jerusalem the Place of Peace!”

SOUTHSIDE BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH 10400 S. San Pedro Street, L.A. Calif. 90003

1016 East Rosecrans Avenue Compton, CA 90220 / Phone: (310) 537-3149

8018 South San Pedro Street Los Angeles, CA 90003 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 59297, L.A., CA 90059 Phone (323) 753-0224 Fax: (323) 753-3591

J. ROY MORRISON, LL.D., DD. SENIOR PASTOR Sunday School .....................................................9:00 A.M.

Sunday Worship Service:................... 7:45 AM & 10:00 AM Children’s Church Available: .(Except 5th )...10:00 AM Serv. Speak Life Youth Ministry: (2nd & 4th Sunday):...... 12:30 PM Bible Study: (Wed.):..........................12:00 Noon & 7:00 PM

GREATER STARLIGHT B.C.

PASTOR SHERIDAN E. McDANIEL

BEULAH BAPTIST CHURCH 1454 E. 100th St., L.A., CA 90062

Dr. Johnny V. Baylor, Pastor/Teacher

*Los Angeles *Los Angeles

REV. SONJA DAWSON., Senior Pastor REV. LONNIE DAWSON, SR., Founder (1962-2010) Sun. Worship ........................................... 7:30 & 10:45 A.M. Sun. School/Bible Study ....................................... 9:30 A.M. Communion Serv. (1st Sun.) ....................7:30 & 10:45 A.M. Noon Pray/Mtg/Bible Study (Wed) ........................... 12 P.M. “Wed. Night Live” ....... Prayer Meeting Bible Study & Book Studies ... 7:00 P.M.

Gospel For The Glory of Jesus Lifting up the Name of Jesus With --Melvin Slade

KTYM 1460 AM

ROBERT E. GRIER , PASTOR

REV. BRIAN WELLS , CO PASTOR

Sunday School ...................................................... 9:00 A.M. Morning Worship ................................................. 10:15 A.M. Mdwk. Prayer (Wed.) ............................................ 6:00 P.M. Pastor’s Bible Hour (Wed) ......................................6:00 P.M.

GREATER EBENEZER BAPTIST CHURCH 5300 S. Denker Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90062 Phone: (323) 759-4996 REV., DR. SOLOMON DRAKE PASTOR

Early Service ........................................................ 8:00 A.M. Church School ...................................................... 9:30 A.M. Mid-Morning Worship .......................................... 10:45 A.M. Taped Broadcast - KTYM 1460 AM (Sundays) 5:30 p.m. Taped Broadcast - KALI 900 AM (Sundays) 7-8 p.m. Bible Study & Training ............................................ 4:00 P.M. Youth Ministries (Mon.) .......................................... 6:30 P.M. Pastor’s Bible Class - All Ages (Tues.) ................. 6:30 P.M. Prayer Service (Wed.) ........................... 6:30 P.M.-7:30 P.M. Bible Study-All Ages (Wed.) ................. 7:30 P.M.-8:30 P.M. Young Adult Fellowship & Study ........................... 7:00 P.M. Children Ministries (Sat.) ..................................... 10:00 A.M.

www.ktym.com

The World’s Best Gospel Music Friday 6 to 6:30 p.m. -- Advertise Church Events and Services Christian Schools, Gospel Plays, Concerts.

Call for Rates: 818-917-3669 Melvin Slade, CEO - GFGOJ Inc. Gospel for the Glory of Jesus www.gospelforjesus.com KTYM 1460 AM Los Angeles KRAJ 100.9 FM Antelope Valley Tel 818-917-3669 - gfgoj@aol.com

PILGRIM BAPTIST CHURCH 950 East 45th Street Los Angeles, CA 90011 Phone: (323) 231-9153 DR. ALBERT NICHOLAS D. TH, PASTOR Sunday School ................................................... 9:00 A.M. Morning Worship ............................................... 10:45 A.M. Evening Worship ................................................. 6:00 P.M. Prayer Band (Wed.) ........................................ 12:00 Noon Mdwk. Prayer (Wed.) .......................................... 7:00 P.M. Evangelistic Class (Wed.) ................................... 6:00 P.M.

“PRAISE CITY” PRAISES OF ZION B.C. 8222 So. San Pedro St. L.A., CA 90003 Phone: (323) 750-1033 (323) 758-6030 Website: www.wordonnet.com/hardwick

DR. J. BENJAMIN HARDWICK, SR. PASTOR Early Morning Worship ........................................... 7:00 A.M. Educational Hour .................................................... 9:15 A.M. Mid-Morning Worship ........................................... 10:30 A.M. Bible Study (Wed.) ................................................. 7:30 P.M. Broadcast (9:00 AM-Sun.).................................... 7:00 A.M.

VICTORY BAPTIST CHURCH OF LOS ANGELES 4802 South McKinley Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90011 PHONE: (323) 231-2424 PASTOR W. E. JENKINS Moderator of Los Angeles District Association Morning Worship ........................................... 9:00 A.M. Sunday School ............................................ 10:45 A.M. Children’s Church (1st Sun.) ................... 10:00 A.M. Mdwk. Prayer (Wed.) ........................... 12 & 7:00 P.M.

Long Beach The ROCK Christian Fellowship Build, Teach, Engage & Empower Temporary Location @ Florence Bixby Elementary School 5251 E. Stearns, Long Beach, Ca 90815 Mailing Address 6285 E. Spring St. #223, LB 90808 (562) 597-7481 Fax (562) 597-6356 GREGORY SANDERS, SR., PASTOR www.THEROCKTODAY.com Morning Worship ................... 10:00 A.M.

Los Angeles FIRST ANTIOCH MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH 8725 South Central Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90002 Phone: (323) 589-2551 REV. GERALD BURGESS SR., PASTOR “KINGDOM BUILDING MINISTRIES” Early Morning Worship .......... 8:00 A.M. Sunday School...................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship.................. 11:00 A.M. Mid-Week Prayer (Wed) .........6:30 P.M. Bible Study (Wed.) ..................7:00 P.M.

GREATER NEW LIGHT B.C.

1154 E. 92nd Street Los Angeles, Ca 90002 Ph: (323) 567-1993 Fx: (323) 567-1407 E-mail: PastorPDRoss@aol.com DR. PATRICK D. ROSS, PASTOR Sunday School .................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship Service .....11:00 A.M. Prayer....(Wed)........9:00 A.M-7:00 P.M. Bible Study...(Wed).................7:30 P.M. Prayer....(Fri)...............9:00-10:00 A.M.

NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH 5200 South Central Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90011 PHONE: (323) 232-4326 PASTOR J. STEWART McKNIGHT Sunday School ........................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ...................... 11:00 A.M. (1ST Sunday - Communion Service 8:00 A.M.) Prayer Service (Thurs.) .............. 7:00 P.M.

Paramont NEW COMMANDMENT M.B.C. 15548 Paramount Blvd. Paramount, CA 90723 PHONE: (562) 531-7703 FAX: (562) 529-5062 EMAIL: Praise15548@aol.com DR. REV. GRADY JONES, PASTOR SUNDAY: 9:15 A.M. Sunday School 11:00 A.M. ........... Morning Worship 11:00 A.M. Children’s Church (3rd, 4th, & 5th Sunday) WEDNESDAY: 7:00 P.M., Prayer/Bible Study

Pasadena BETHEL MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH OF PASADENA 1972 North Fair Oaks Avenue Pasadena, CA 91103 PHONE: (626) 794-3136 JOHN T. McCALL, PASTOR DR. F. S. STEVENS, ORGANIZER PASTOR EMERITUS Sunday School ................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ............... 11:00 A.M. Mid-week Pray/Bible Study 12:00 NOON & 7:00 P.M.


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