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MESSIAH BAPTIST CHURCH CELEBRATING 59TH ANNUAL WOMEN’S DAY

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The First Lady Pamela Jones and the Women’s Ministry of the Messiah Baptist Church are excited as they prepare to host their 59th Women’s Day Service, Sunday, October 27, 2013 at the 10:30a.m. Worship service. Our theme for this glorious occasion is: “The High Calling of a Christian Woman”, Titus 2:1-5, 10-13. Special presentations will be made to the “2013 Messiah’s Woman of the Year”. We have invited a Spirit Filled Empowered “Woman of God” to be our speaker, Sis. Gail Burks-Stansell. She has a degree in Drug and Alcohol Studies from MT San Antonio College and a Bachelor degree in Psychology from California Southern University. Gail is currently the Women’s Ministry Director at Praise Tabernacle Bible Church in Chino, California. We are claiming an outpouring of the Holy Spirit in this service. We will begin our celebration with a Prayer Breakfast on October 19, at 9a.m. in the Whalen Jones Fellowship Hall. The Women of Messiah extend a cordial invitation to our friends, families and sister churches to join us as we lift up the name of Jesus. Messiah is located at 4500 W. Adams Blvd. in Los Angeles, California. Rev. Perry J. Jones, Senior Pastor. First Lady Pamela Jones, Chairperson.

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22nd APPRECIATION SERVICES HONORING DR. PRENTISS & LADY GLORIA LEWIS AT GREATER STARLIGHT BAPTIST CHURCH

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The officers and members of the Greater Starlight Baptist Church have set aside the month of October 2013 to

honor her Pastor Dr. Prentiss and First Lady Gloria Lewis. Services will begin today Oc-

tober 6, , and continue each Sunday through October 27, at 4:00 p.m. with guest churches as follows: Mt. Aaron Christian Center, Pastor Michael Albert and Tabernacle of Praise, Rev. Roderick Walker, Pastor. Sunday, October 13, 2013 @ 4:00 p.m., New Way Baptist Church, Pastor Earnest Waters, Pastor; and First Antioch Baptist Church, Rev. Gerald Burgess, Pastor; Continuing with the celebration on October 20th, the guest churches will be Tabernacle Community Baptist Church Rev. Wilbur Lewis, Pastor;

Greetings to you, in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ who IS the King of Kings and the Lord of Lords!! Do you feel that rumblin’ and tumblin, do you hear those praises going up?? Do you see the Men and Women of Unity fully arrayed in Red, Silver and Black?? Of course

you do!! It’s a Holy Ghost JESUS “turn-up”, and it’s going on here at Greater New Unity TODAY, October 20, 2013 as the Mighty Men and Women of Unity celebrate their Annual Day! You are cordially invited to the 10:45 am worship service, where you will be able to be ministered to by the com-

bined voices of the Men and Women, directed by our own First Lady Sis. Tiffany Allison and Bro. Randy Allison Sr. The Worship Leader is yours truly, and for the first time at Greater New Unity we are so honored Continued On Page 3

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THE WHITE AFFAIR

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Come and go with me to the White Affair! Mark your calendars and get your white attire ready! On Saturday, November 2, 2013 at 3:00 P.M, the magnificent Sis. Mattye White & Friends will do it again! They will be presenting an afternoon of Spiritual entertainment in a musical extravaganza. Mattye White and Friends will go “old school” with spirituals, hymns, and gospel pearls that you know and love. “The White Affair” will not only feature

Sis. Mattye White & Friends but the special guests will be Evangelist LaDonna Shepherd and the “singing missionary” himself, the one and only Kenneth Glover. “The White Affair” will be held at the Curry Temple C.M.E. Church – 322 W. Rosecrans Ave. (at Hickory, east of Wilmington Ave.) in the city of Compton. The host Pastor is the honorable minister Byron Smith Sr. Sis. Mattye White & Friends would like for you to not only come and offer

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praises to God, but to also be a part of the occasion by wearing white. As Californians, we don’t dress according to the season all of the time. But if you are fashionable, please feel free to wear winter white. We just want each and everyone that enjoys “old school” music to join us! Again that will be Saturday, November 2, 2013 at 3:00P.M. at the Cury Temple Church at the corner of Rosecrans and Hickory ( between Wilmington Ave. and Alameda St.) in the city of Compton. Mattye White and Friends in “The White Affair”.

Faith & Hope Community Church Celebrating 90 Years

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Greater True Light, Rev. E. Wayne Gaddis, Pastor; United Christian, Rev. Nathaniel Haley, Pastor; Mt. Pleasant Hill, Kevin Palmer, Pastor; October 27, 2013 @4:00 p.m., New Covenant Baptist Church, L. Daniel Williams, Pastor; Security Baptist Church, Rev. Jack Richardson, Pastor, Power of Love Christian Fellowship, Rev. Eric Jackson, Pastor. The chosen theme for this occasion is “A Preacher for all seasons”. II Timothy 4:1-5. All services will be held at Greater Starlight Baptist Church located at 8018 S. San Pedro Street, Los Angeles, CA 90003.

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events including a banquet and two worship services at 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. On Saturday, October 26, 2013, at 4:00 p.m., we begin our celebration

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with our 90th Year Church Anniversary Banquet as it will be held in the Faith & Hope Community’s Fellowship Hall. Adults are asked for a dona-

tion of $40.00 and $10.00 for children. Our guest speakers will be Elder Anna Gonzales, Park Hills Reformed Church and Pastor Ned Beadle, Desert Winds Community Church. Our keynote speaker is Pastor Scottie Williams, Metropolitan Baptist Church in Chicago, Illinois. On Sunday, October 27, 2013, at 10: 00 a.m., we anticipate an unforgettable worship experience as our Praise Team lift our spirits in song and the Reverend Dr. Bill Roozeboom in sermon, as he is our speaker for morning worship. Continued On Page 3 FAITH & HOPE ....

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ST. ANDREWS M.B.C. ANNOUNCES THE 22ND APPRECIATION SERVICES HONORING BISHOP ALEX & MRS. ANJEL TOUSSAINT

BISHOP ALEX AND ANJEL TOUSSAINT

General Theme: Our Pastor well equipped to teach and feed the flock of God, who he was appointed to lead. I Peter

5:2. Sunday, October 20, 2013 – 3:30 pm Guest Churches: McCoy Memorial Baptist Church, Rev. R. A. Williams, Jr., Pastor New Bethel Baptist Church, Rev. Marvis Davis, Pastor. Sunday, October 27, 2013 -3:30 pm Guest Churches: The Church of Greater Love, Inc., Rev Darrly Moore, Pastor Mt. Olive Second Missionary Baptist Church, Rev. E. Winford Bell, Pastor Sunday, November 3, 2013 – 3:30 pm Guest Churches: Union Missionary Baptist Church, Rev. Milton Marshall, Pastor Tabernacle of Praise Baptist Church, Rev. Roderick O. Walker, Pastor Hosted by: The Sunrise Usher Board, Bro. Daniel Ferguson, President The Belles and Lilies, Sis. Ardella Robinson, President St. Andrews is located at 1794 West 36th Place, Los Angeles, California.

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to have bring us the Word of Life, Sis. Barbara Henderson! Sis. Henderson is the wife of Pastor Warren Henderson; she is a Mother, Grandmother, sister, and beloved friend. She is also a LADY, she has integrity, class, style, a sense of humor; she is full of humility and more importantly, she is full of the Holy Ghost! She will be speaking on our theme for the Day, “Men and Women being Equipped for God’s Work, Tim. 3:16-18 and 1 Peter 1:21. Come and be blessed! After such a great morning of Praise, Worship and The Word, we will come right back at 3:30 pm and continue the celebration, and our special guests will be our neighbors and sister church to the North, the Historical St. Reed Baptist Church, and breaking the Bread of Life will be the dynamic Pastor of St. Reed, and Moderator of Providence District, Rev. C.R. Jones. Don’t miss this great fellowship, St. Reed will be IN THE HOUSE!! We congratulate our Men and Women of Unity, for reachContinued On Page 15 GREATER NEW UNITY .... ing yet another

Bible Fellowship Baptist Church Celebrates 4th Appreciation Service Honoring Pastor DeShay Ward Sr.

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The Bible Fellowship Baptist Church members are happy and proud to announce the 4th appreciation service for Pastor DeShay Ward Sr. A Pastor who have proved himself to be a Servant of Christ, who is always laboring fervently in Prayer that he might stand

Celebrate Marjorie C. Laws Retirement…. Members of Trinity you are cordially invited To share in the Retirement Celebration Tribute Luncheon Honoring Sister Marjorie C. Laws after 47 years of loyal and dedicated service to Trinity Baptist Church and the Los Angeles Community Sunday, October 20, 2013 1:00 p.m. Immediately following the morning worship service, in the Jonathan L. Caston Fellowship Center. Sister Marjorie C. Laws resigned as of Sunday, June 30, 2013 from the following positions; Announcement Clerk, Sunday Morning Volunteer Office Staff Manager,

perfect and complete in all the will of God, we pray that if you can you will come and share in this joyous occasion with us Oct. 13th and Oct. 20th, 2013 at 3:00PM. We are located at 6915 S. Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90003. Our guest churches for Sunday Oct. 13th

will be Christian Unity B.C., Rev. Willie Davis Jr. Pastor and the Family of Christ B.C. Rev. Lonnie B. Hogan, Pastor and Speaker for the hour. Our guest Churches for Oct. 20th, will be First Zion Travelers M.B.C., Rev. Frank Bryant, Jr. Pastor, Promiseland B.C. Rev.

Charles W. Williams, Pastor and will be delivering the spoken word. The elected theme for honouring our Pastor is “Celebrating the Laborer that dwells among us” 1st Thessalonians 5:12-13. Rev. DeShay Ward Sr. Pastor, Sis. Bernice Wooden, Reporter, Sis. Ethel Hightower, Chairperson.

CONSECRATION / INSTALLATION SERVICE FOR JUDEA I. TAYLOR You are invited! Consecration/Installation Service October 27, 2013 at 3PM, for Minister Judea I. Taylor Hosted By: Divine Deliverance Ministries, Pastor Melvin H. King. Location: Corner of 11th Ave. & Stocker (Leimert Park Area 90008.) Please come out and share in the Birth of a New Ministry (Divine Journey Christian Fellowship Outreach). This will be a momen-

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tous occasion for all who have labored and prayed for and with me. On this day my Father in the Ministry (Pastor Melvin King) will consecrate me and Install the Ministry which God has placed inside of me. Most importantly my Father which is in heaven will be glorified! I look forward to seeing all of you on this Glorious Day! May God Continue to Bless and Keep You In His Care.

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NEW HOPE B.C. OF LOS ANGELES CELEBRATES 107TH CHURCH ANNIVERSARY In 1906, a legacy was birthed in the form of New Hope Baptist Church. For over a century, the church is still standing and proud of their awesome and rich history. New Hope Baptist Church of Los Angeles was organized on a Sunday night in January 1906 at True Reformer’s Hall, located at 12th and Central Avenue. The Church met at various locations in the early years. The first location was 1623 Paloma Avenue in Los Angeles. To date, New Hope has had five Pastors. Rev. Chester A. Anderson, the founding Pastor, led the New Hope Church family from 1906 until 1915 when he became critically ill. He called for Rev. Alonzo Lively to come and Pastor New Hope. Rev. Lively, the second Pastor of New Hope, played an important role in the organization of the church. Rev. Lively served from 1915 to 1945. New Hope then called Rev. Dr. Bernard O. Byrd of Munger Avenue Baptist Church in Dallas, Texas as the third Pastor. Dr. Byrd instituted tithing and offerings to support the Church. Under his leadership, three missionaries were sent to Africa and the Church started a radio broadcasting ministry. Membership growth dictated relocation. The New Hope congregation walked into the new sanctuary at 52nd street and Central Avenue on October 21, 1954. Black architect Paul R. Williams designed the new spacious sanctuary of two level seating, including a lighted baptismal pool and a sectional choir stand. Pastor Byrd’s leadership also provided cultural and educational means to a diverse congregation. His tenure ended in 1978. New Hope then called Rev. James Stewart McKnight as the fourth Pastor. Rev. McKContinued On Page 4 night came to the New Hope in 1978 and was able to carry out Dr. Byrd’s vision of an educational center. Bob Richardson Design and NEW HOPE 107TH....... RAISE THE PRAISE CHURCH AND COMMUNITY NEWS * 23670 HAWTHORNE BLVD #100 * TORRANCE, CA 90505 1-888-290-7277 NEWS@RAISETHEPRAISENEWS.NET

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ONE FAITH FELLOWSHIP’S NUGGETS FOR THE SOUL A HEART TO HEART TALK!! Isaiah 51:1---”Listen to me, all who hope for deliverance-all who seek the LORD! 2-Yes, think about Abraham, your ancestor, and Sarah, who gave birth to your nation. Abraham was only one man when I called him. But when I blessed him, he became a great nation.” 3-The LORD will comfort Israel again and have pity on her ruins. Her desert will blossom like Eden, her barren wilderness like the garden of the LORD. Joy and gladness will be found there. Songs of thanksgiving will fill the air. 5a- My mercy and justice are coming soon. My strong arm will bring justice….7- “Listen to me, you who know right from wrong, you who cherish my law in your hearts. Do not be afraid…Daddy-God desires

to have a “Heart to Heart” talk with us, His children, to share some Nuggets of Encouragement”. His great love propels Him to encourage our hearts. V1- Attention, those who are hoping and praying for deliverance or change in any area of their lives! Those who are consistent in loving and seeking Him will focus on His promises, which are greater than ANY battle we are fighting! V2- When we are in the midst of seemingly impossible situations; remember that with God all things are possible! We are to reflect on what Daddy-God has already done in our lives. Reflect on the many times we have been at the junction of “Impossibility” and DaddyGod “turned water into wine” for us. Reflect on the manifes-

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tation of a 25 year old promise in Abraham and Sarah’s lives, who at the age of 100 and 90 years old became biological parents of Isaac. The key to being successful, fruitful and overjoyed beyond measure is to live so that Daddy-God will “BLESS” our lives. That He will anoint us to do and experience the impossible; the opened

doors which no man can close and closed doors that no man can open! Daddy knows that as long as we are on this side of Heaven, He will have to do it again and again for us. If He did it before, He will do it again!!! V3-The Lord God sees and is concerned about whatever attempts to “Steal Our Joy”! He is concerned about WHATEVER is barren (unfruitful and unproductive) in our lives! Therefore, we should focus on praising Daddy-God for His “Promise of Again”, rather than crying and whining about “Once Again, Poor Me”. As any loving and attentive earthly parent desires that their children rejoice and are happy, Daddy-God also desires that for His children. Therefore, He is very active in our lives so that we will expe-

rience joy and gladness! He knows that a happy heart radiates joy and gladness. As a result, He knows that His mature children will burst forth with songs of thanksgiving and praise which will motivate others to inquire of the reason why. By blessing and overflowing our joy and gladness, He equips us to easily spread the Good News” message! V5- It reminds us to hold on and to wait on the Lord! He says His mercy and justice are coming soon. His strong arm, love and faithfulness guarantee it! We can’t allow impatience to take over our minds and hearts; because then, we will attempt to create “Resolutions” on our own as Sarah did. Such actions Continued On Page 14

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Pastoral Love Celebration for Pastor Xavier L. Thompson On behalf of the Southern Church family, we cordially invite you to help us celebrate the 17th Pastoral Anniversary of Pastor and Mrs. Xavier L. Thompson at our 2013 Shepherd’s Month Celebration Services! First Timothy 5:17 reads, “Let the elders that rule well be counted worthy of double honour, especially they who labour in the word and doctrine.” Our Pastor is an anointed man of God with a servant’s heart. He has a call to both preach

and teach the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Pastor Thompson’s love for God’s church and desire to see people live a life of purpose and influence in right relationship with God fuels everything that he does. October is not only Shepherd’s Month but also the month of Lady Rinnita’s birthday! Our First Lady, Rinnita Thompson, has a genuine love for God and His Word. Lady Rinnita is zealous about her faith and continually strives to glorify God in all that she does. She combines virtue

and a servant’s heart, which compliments her role and exemplifies her character as a First Lady. Join us in wishing her a happy birthday on Sunday, October 6th at our 10:00 a.m. service. A host of Los Angeles’ finest leaders and clergymen will make special presentations to our beloved Pastor and First Lady: Sunday, October 6th at 5:00 p.m.Bishop Miquail Broadous and the Grace Temple Baptist Church,Pastor George Hurtt and the Mt. Sinai Baptist Church. Sunday, Oc-

tober 13th at 3:30 p.m. Pastor Ticey Brown and the Mt. Tabor Baptist Church, Overseer Tyron Robinson and the Church in the Kingdom, Pastor C. Lamar Simmons and the Greater Mt. Olive Church. Wednesday, October 16th at 7:00 p.m. Pastor Reginald Payne and the Full Gospel Baptist Church, Rev. Terry Brown and the Liberty Baptist Church, Dr. J. Wendell Davis, Sr. of the New Jericho Baptist Church, Rev. Daryll Labat and the Greater Metropolitan Missionary Bap-

MALE CHORUS FOUNDER’S DAY CONCERT The Mighty Male Chorus in collaboration with the Explosive Traditional Choir will be presenting its annual Founder’s Day Concert on Saturday, November 9th at 5:00pm. You are invited to come and share in this festive celebration remembering our founder the

late Dr. E.E. Stafford. Please see any Male Chorus or Traditional Choir member for tickets or call the church office at 323-753-3189. For more information please check us out at www.malechorusspot.com on your computer or mobile device. Important note: For best

viewing use Internet Explorer 9 or higher, Mozilla Firefox, Chrome, or Safari (for Mac users). Feel free to browse around but be sure to visit the Mt. Tabor page. It’s been created especially for you. You may even fine a video clip or two for your enjoyment. The

tist Church. Sunday, October 27th at 3:30 p.m. Dr. T. K. Carroll, Sr. and the Greater Cornerstone Baptist Church, Dr. J. Benjamin Hardwick and the Praises of Zion Baptist Church, Bishop Johnny Withers and the Unity Christian Fellowship, Overseer Jawane Hilton and the City on the Hill. The Southern Missionary Baptist Church is located at 4678 W. Adams Blvd. in Los Angeles. We look forward to seeing you at our celebratory services!

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MT. Tabor Male Chorus and Traditional Choir are extremely excited about this celebration and can’t wait to share it with all of you. Guests include the dynamic and enormously gifted Pastor George Cowart of Devine Favor M.B.C. as well as a special appearance

by “The Great White Throne Judgment Ministry”. Don’t wait, get your tickets now, full capacity is expected. As always, your support is appreciated. Mt. Tabor M.B.C. is located 6614 S. Western Ave., Dr. Ticey M. Brown, Pastor.

“THE CHURCH REBOOTING TO SERVE THIS PRESENT AGE” Luke 5: 4 & John 17: 9-19

The sub-theme for each Sunday "Remembering our Roots -- Moving Forward" Dr. R.M. Leffall the Senior Pastor kicked off the Observance on the first Sunday with a special message entitled “On The Same Page”, and on that afternoon a special Vesper Service was held at with one of the son’s of Tabernacle Rev. Anthony Spottsville, PasContinued From Page 3 NEW HOPE 107TH.......

Development, with J. Ingrham Clark as the architect, erected the B.O. Byrd Memorial Christian Education Center under Rev. McKnight’s leadership, and the B.O. Byrd

tor of New Beginning Baptist Church, guest minister. The Ordinance of The Lord’s Supper was administered at the Service. On the past Sunday, the Reverend Gregory Perkins-Bowen preached a powerful and most inspirational message entitled “Pray For The

Preacher”. This Sunday, October 20th at 3:30 p.m. there will be an All Choir Musical Service. The Culminating Service will be held on the 4th Sunday, October 27th at 11:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. will be our Evening Service. The Rev. Shane B. Scott, Lead Pastor at the

historical Macedonia Baptist Church will be the guest Minister. He will be accompanied by the Choir, Officers, Ushers and members, said a spokes person ... “Pastor Scott is one of the nation’s most gifted and dynamic pro claimers of God’s Word.” A Special invitation is

extended to former members as well as friends to attend any or all of the 69th Church Anniversary Services. The Church is located at 11328 South Central Ave, in Los Angeles. For additional info you may call the church at 323-569-4162 or view our website mytabnow.org -

Memorial Scholarship was also instituted. Some visions of Rev. McKnight were the Bible Give-Away Street Witnessing Ministry; Feeding of Friends at the Fred Jordan Rescue Mission; and the New Hope Senior Villa, also known as the Solo-

mon Renty Senior Villa, names in honor of one of New hope’s deacons. Complementing the villa is the James S. McKnight Park, located at 50th Street and Central Avenue. Rev. McKnight served until 2011. New Hope remained faithful and

prayerful under Rev, Clifford Johnson, named as Minster in charge, until Rev. Larry D. Hooks II of Oklahoma was called as the fifth Pastor of New Hope in March 2013. Installation services were held in June 2013, and since then

there has been a call for a new vision, a new voice, and a new victory. The church motto is “Transforming Lives through Christ Centered Ministries”, Continued On Page 7

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PRESIDENT XAVIER L. THOMPSON TO PREACH AT TRUE WAY B.C

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2013 @ 3:30 PM Greetings in the Name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ! We are looking forward to our Annual Dr. Frank J. Higgins Sr. Day here at True Way. This is a day we set aside to remember the legacy of Dr. Higgins, and all of our loved ones who have gone to be with the Lord. Dr. Higgins was a Husband, Father, Grandfather, Pastor, Leader of Pastors, Seminary Dean, Teacher,

CEO, Community Organizer, Civil Rights Leader, Community Worker, Builder, Visionary ,Veteran, and Servant of the Lord Jesus Christ. True Way is a most grateful people, blessed by God to share a rich heritage paid for by the sacrifice of many saints, many of who now rests from their labors and are secured by the blood of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Our special

guest will be Pastor Xavier L. Thompson, Senior Pastor of The Southern Missionary Baptist Church of Los Angeles and President of The Baptist Ministers Conference of Los Angeles and Southern California. The entire Los Angeles community is invited to join us in this joyous occasion. True Way M.B.C. is located at 9122 S. San Pedro Street, Los Angeles, CA 90003. Rev. Donald L. Wilson, Pastor. www.twmbc.org.

THE BROTHERHOOD MINISTRY ANNUAL DAY SERVICE AT GREATER NEW ST. MATTHEW B.C. The Brotherhood Ministry of the Greater New St Matthew M.B.C. are excited as they prepare to host their Annual Day Service on Sunday October 20, 2013 at 3:00pm. Our theme for this grand occasion is “Brethren Dwelling Together In Unity” Psalm133:1 The voices of

Greater New will be singing along with our brotherhood chorus. Our special invited guest and speaker will be Dr. J. Wendell Davis, Pastor of New Jericho Christian Church. The brotherhood ministry of Greater New St Matthew extend a cordial invitation to

our friends, families, sister churches to join us as we lift up the name of Jesus. Greater New St Matthew M.B.C. is located at 346 E. 36th Street in Los Angeles, California 90011. Rev. Lovester Adams Sr., Pastor. Brother Kenneth Shaw Jr., Brotherhood President.

NEW COMMANDMENT M.B.C. HOST 12TH COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIR Saturday, October 26th, 2013 from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM New Commandment M.B.C. Rev. Grady Jones, Pastor, will host their 12th Community Health Fair. Available will be: FREE FLU SHOTS, FREE HEALTH SCREENINGS for Diabetes, Blood Pressure, Diabetes, Cholesterol, (Free Mammograms (must call for

appointment) AND MUCH MORE........ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS....Child ID Prints, Puppet Show, Face Painting, Tips on healthy eating and exercises…Information for parents of Special Needs Children…. The purpose of the Health Fair is to increase community awareness through education, early detection and preven-

tion. We believe that when health awareness is increased, there will be an increase in wellness and a decrease in mortality. We are located at 15548 Paramount Blvd., in the City of Paramount. Free Healthy Snacks for everyone. Free Admission & Parking More Info call (562) 756-9404.

ST. MARK BAPTIST CHURCH DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PRESENTATION

St. Mark Baptist Church Women Ministry will host its 5th Domestic Violence Presentation on Monday, October 21, 2013 at 6:30 pm. The presentation is educational and informative for Men, Women, Young Adults, Teen-

agers, Friends, Family, Civic and Community Organizations and Church Leadership. Domestic Violence happens in all socio-economic levels, age groups, cultural and ethnic communities. Panel participates include the Faith-

based Community, L.B. Police Department, Domestic Survivors, and Women’s Shelter Advocates. Location: St. Mark Baptist Church; 1703 Lemon Ave. Long Beach, CA 90813. Rev. John K. Berry, Pastor.

Avenue Christian Love B.C. Happening at A.C.L.

We the Pastor and members of Avenue Christian Love wish to extend an invitation to the Christian community to come help us Praise the Lord at one of our many worship experiences, mark your calendar with one of these dates and be in the right place at the right time. On this Sunday, October 20 @ 3:30pm the Pastors Aid will be having their Annual Day,

theme: Giving Thanks Always Ephesians 5:20 with everyone wearing shades of Purple. On Saturday, October 26, starting at 11AM till 4PM we will be on the Church Parking Lot with our Harvest Festival 2013, various artists and Dance Ministries have been invited, there will be Vendor Booth with all kind of good item (Baked Good, Princess House, Cus-

tom Jewelry, Purses etc.), not to mention food of all kinds BarB-Q, Chicken etc…. DON’T MISS this event for more info contact Terri Brown at (323) 482-8548 or (tbrownsr47@ yahoo.com). Month of November the Men’s Fellowship will be have a Bar-B-Q fundraiser every Saturday 9:00am 6:00pm with Swap Meet Booth Rentals starting November

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CHURCH CONGREGATION WILL FEED 300 NEEDY AND HOMELESS VETERAN’S AT “THE PARK” On Saturday, November 9th, 2013 the Park Windsor Baptist Church “The Park” will host its 2nd “Athens Community Thanksgiving Feast” from 11am to 3:30pm. We will be serving a hot, delicious traditional Thanksgiving meal to 300 needy and homeless Veteran’s at: 1842. W. 108th St, Los Angeles, CA. 90047. The Pastor of the Park Windsor Baptist Church, Rev. Terrell Taylor, strongly believes that GOD lives beyond the walls of the Church and encourages its members to be community minded and to offer ministries that serve and benefit the entire community. Thus, the “Athens Community Thanksgiving Feast” is just our way of paying homage and showing our appreciation to those Veterans who sacrificed their lives to protect and serve our Country and it is also a way to show other needy and homeless families that we care for them and more importantly that GOD loves them. There has been overwhelming support from local businesses who are giving generous discounts in

support of the churches community efforts. Rick Enterprises is supplying appliances. S & S Portable Service will provide Port-a- Potties. L.A. Party Rentals is providing tents. Lee’s Market in Watts will be smoking the turkeys while the various church ministries will be preparing the side dishes. The LAPD, the Sheriff ’s and Fire Departments will be onsite to provide security and first aid. There will also be a Coat and Blanket Giveaway sponsored by the National Council of Negro Women (AthensWestmont section) and health screening being performed by medical professionals during the event. The day will be filled with food, evangelism, songs, entertainment, and fun. The gates will open at 10:45 and the serving will start at 11am and ends at 3:30. If you would like to donate a blanket or a coat, please contact NCNW representative-Tomina Mitchell at: 310-245-7593. For more information, feel free to contact: Valerie Lathern at: 323-754-1242 or via email at: localorie@prodigy.net .

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Church; Pastor Peter Watts and The R.O.C.K Church; and Pastor Miquail Broadus and the Grace Temple Baptist Church. Pastor Broadus will be bringing the message. For more information please call (323) 753-6445 or visit us at Faith and Hope on Facebook. Please note that parking is available in the rear of the church. Joyce Logan-Dunn reporting and the Reverend La Velle M. Gates is our Pastor.

SAVE THE DATE VICTORY B.C. The Deacon & Deaconess Ministry will be celebrating their 70th Anniversary on October 20, 2013 at 9 a.m. bringing an emphasis on the special day will be Deacon Berlin Parker Jr. We invite our church family & friends to celebrate with us. October 27th 1st 68th Anniversary 9 a.m. service. Both events taking place at Victory Baptist Church 4802 S. McKinley Ave Los Angeles, Ca 90061. Dr. W. Jenkins, Pastor. 2, 2013 please contact Dec Earnest Charles at (323) 534-1191 or (323) 915-7365. Thank You for your support. Remember God Loves You and So Do We. Pastor Harold Lee, Pastor; 7516 S Central Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90001; (323) 587-1586

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THE BLESSING PASSES TO JACOB Bible Background • GENESIS 28 Printed Text • GENESIS 28:1, 10-22 Devotional Reading • JOHN 4:1-15

AIM for Change

By the end of the lesson, we will: INTERPRET the meaning of Jacob’s vision; CHERISH God’s presence in our personal experiences; and INVITE God’s presence into our everyday activities.

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“And, behold, I am with thee, and will keep thee in all places whither thou goest, and will bring thee again into this land; for I will not leave thee, until I have done that which I have spoken to thee of” (Genesis 28:15).

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Genesis 28:1 And Isaac called Jacob, and blessed him, and charged him. 28:10 And Jacob went out from Beersheba, and went toward Haran. 11 And he lighted upon a certain place, and tarried there all night, because the sun was set; and he took of the stones of that place, and put them for his pillows, and lay down in that place to sleep. 12 And he dreamed, and behold a ladder set up on the earth, and the top of it reached to heaven: and behold the angels of God ascending and descending on it. 13 And, behold, the LORD stood above it, and said, I am the LORD God of Abraham thy father, and the God KJV

IN FOCUS “Honey maybe you should reconsider leaving,” said Layla’s mother as she watched her daughter pack. “Ma, I’ve been praying for a long time and I believe this is the path God wants me to take.” When her mother took ill ten years ago, Layla put off her mission trip and moved back into her mother’s house to take care of her. However, even after her mother had received a clean bill of health from the doctor, Layla stayed and continued to put her dream of helping orphans on hold. But now she really felt the Lord nudging her to go. “What if something happens? I’ll be all alone,” her mother cried. “Oh Ma, don’t cry,” Layla said as she hugged her mother. “I don’t know what the future holds, but I do know God is with me. If we have submitted our lives to Him, He promised to keep us. Guess who taught me that when she was sick?” “I did.” Layla’s mother could only laugh. “See, God was with you through your illness and He continues to be with you. We’re never alone. And I, for one, am glad about that.” For whatever reason, many of us may feel like we are alone. But just as God assured Jacob of His presence and promises, He promises to always be with us. THE PEOPLE, PLACES AND TIMES Jacob. Jacob was the younger of the twin sons of Rebekah and Isaac, who was the son of Abraham and Sarah. Jacob and his brother, Esau, were always at odds with each other, even fighting in the womb (25:22). In fact, Jacob’s name means “he takes by the heel or he supplants” because when he was born, he was grasping his brother’s heel as if he wanted to take Esau’s place as firstborn. Jacob had a trickster nature and was skillful at making schemes, as was illustrated when he later used Esau’s weakness to trick him into selling his birthright. Jacob “was a plain man, dwelling in tents” (v. 27), meaning he was quiet (a trait that no doubt afforded him the opportunity to better observe people’s actions and nature so he could better deceive them) and was more at ease in the home, “a man of the domestic domain, a man of culture.” His character changed, however, after a divine encounter with an angel of God in which he wrestled with the “man” and was able to last until dawn (32:24-32). Jacob was then given the name Israel, which means “he struggles with God.” He no longer was arrogant (32:9-10) and desired to make peace with Esau (33:1-20).

OCTOBER 27, 2013 -Bible Study Guide 9 of Isaac: the land whereon thou liest, to thee will I give it, and to thy seed; 14 And thy seed shall be as the dust of the earth, and thou shalt spread abroad to the west, and to the east, and to the north, and to the south: and in thee and in thy seed shall all the families of the earth be blessed. 15 And, behold, I am with thee, and will keep thee in all places whither thou goest, and will bring thee again into this land; for I will not leave thee, until I have done that which I have spoken to thee of. 16 And Jacob awaked out of his sleep, and he said, Surely the LORD is in this place; and I knew it not. 17 And he was afraid, and said, How dreadful is this place! this is none other but the house of God, and this is the gate of heaven. 18 And Jacob rose up early in the morning, and took the stone that he had put for his pillows, and set it up for a pillar, and poured oil upon the top of it. 19 And he called the name of that place Bethel: but the name of that city was called Luz at the first. 20 And Jacob vowed a vow, saying, If God will be with me, and will keep me in this way that I go, and will give me bread to eat, and raiment to put on, 21 So that I come again to my father’s house in peace; then shall the LORD be my God: 22 And this stone, which I have set for a pillar, shall be God’s house: and of all that thou shalt give me I will surely give the tenth unto thee.

BACKGROUND When an aging Isaac was ready to bless Esau, he told his son to go hunt wild game and make a stew for him before he would bless him (27:3-4). Rebekah devised a plan for Jacob, a willing participant, to steal Esau’s blessing. She instructed Jacob to put on his brother’s clothes and goat’s skin to mimic Esau’s hairiness while she made the stew herself. Isaac, who was going blind, thought it was Esau who brought the stew, but it was Jacob. Isaac then blessed his younger son, saying, “Therefore God give thee of the dew of heaven, and the fatness of the earth, and plenty of corn and wine: Let people serve thee, and nations bow down to thee: be lord over thy brethren, and let thy mother’s sons bow down to thee: cursed be every one that curseth thee, and blessed be he that blesseth thee” (27:28-29). When Esau heard what Jacob had done, he plotted to kill his brother. To save both sons (Esau would have been put to death for murdering Jacob), Rebekah told Jacob to run away to her brother, Laban, then planted in Isaac’s mind that it would be greatly bothersome to her if Jacob were to marry a local Canaanite woman (v. 46) as Esau had already done (26:34-35). IN DEPTH 1. A Solitary Place (Genesis 28:1, 10-11) On the surface, Isaac was ordering Jacob to leave so that he could find a wife among his mother’s people. The patriarch had sent his son away with the hope of the same blessing God had given Abraham (28:4). This was supposed to be a great journey, but in reality, it was probably a dreadful one because Jacob was running for his life. In addition to being afraid that his brother might come after him at any minute, Jacob was probably extremely lonely because he was away from home, traveling toward the unknown—the land of Haran. After a day’s journey, Jacob settled down for the night in a solitary place with stones for his pillow. However, looks can be deceiving. “Place can also mean shrine. … The setting at night… corresponds to the later divine encounter in 32:22-33 (Jacob wrestling with an angel of God). … Jacob laying his head on one of the stones of the place becomes clearer in retrospect—the stone signifies a sacred space” (HarperCollins Study Bible). In essence, what looked like

a lonely, unassuming place was the perfect setting for something divine to happen. Sometimes it is necessary to be in what appears to be a lonely time to be available for an encounter with God. In His earthly ministry, whenever Jesus went off by Himself, it was to communicate with the Father (Mark 1:35; Matthew 14:23, 26:36-46). 2. Jacob’s Dream of God’s Promise (vv. 12-15) Jacob fell asleep and dreamed of a ladder upon which he saw the angels of God traveling between heaven and earth. This was a place where there was open communication with the divine. “The angels are active spirits… they rest not, day nor night, from service, according to the posts assigned them. They ascend, to give account of what they have done, and to receive orders; and then descend, to execute the orders they have received” (Henry). The ladder might also represent the “mediation of Christ” (Henry). “I am the way, the truth, and the life: no one man cometh unto the Father, but by me” (John 14:6). God, at the top of the ladder, identified Himself as the Lord God of Abraham and Isaac, One who was in relationship with Jacob’s grandfather and father. Jacob would soon see that God was also seeking a relationship with him. Isaac had already sent Jacob away, claiming the blessing of Abraham for his son (28:3-5), but God confirmed that indeed what was promised to Abraham was now being passed to Jacob. The words of the blessing paralleled the words He had spoken to Abraham: “Thy seed shall be as the dust of the earth, and thou shalt spread abroad to the west, and to the east, and to the north, and to the south” (from 28:14, see also 13:14-17) and “in thee and in thy seed shall all the families of the earth be blessed” (from 28:14, see also 12:3). At the end of this encounter, God left Jacob with the reassurance that even in the lowest, most vulnerable time in his life, He was his protection, would never leave him, and would complete His promise. 3. Jacob’s Response to the Promise (vv. 16-22) When Jacob woke up, he made an assessment of what he had dreamed. He was in awe and afraid because, as he declared, he was on sacred ground. In response, Jacob rose early and built a shrine to God, anointed it with oil, and named the place Bethel, the “house of God.” He thought that perhaps later, when he would return home, he could build a proper altar. He also anointed the place so that all who would come would know that they were in a place of worship, not just a place of almond trees (“Luz” means almond tree). As was the custom of the time, Jacob made a vow. In verse 20, Jacob said, “If God will be with me” (emphasis added), which gives the impression that Jacob was placing a condition on God before making his vow. However, “if” can also mean “given,” as in “given the fact that God will be with me.” In light of this, Jacob was affirming his belief that God would do as He had said and was interpreting what that promise meant to him in that moment. Although God’s promise entailed the grander things of assurance

for his descendants and blessings for all through his seed, Jacob was concerned with his immediate needs in his time of distress: food, clothes, and seeing his father again. Our visions may only extend as far as our finite minds can imagine, but God still does “exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us” (from Ephesians 3:20). Given that God would do those things, Jacob resolved that “the LORD will certainly be my God” (Genesis 28:21, NLT) and vowed to give God a tenth of everything he would gain. SEARCH THE SCRIPTURES 1. What are the details to God’s promise to Jacob (Genesis 28:13-15)? 2. How did Jacob respond to the dream and God’s promise (vv. 16-22)? DISCUSS THE MEANING God informed Jacob that He would always be with him. In what ways has God shown He is with us? How can we invite God into all areas of our lives? LESSONS IN OUR SOCIETY As we attend to our daily lives, we often feel alone in our life’s journeys. When life’s distresses—like illness, loss of a job, a broken heart, or death of a loved one—occur, we may begin to wonder if anyone is there. Is anyone concerned about our troubles? Is there any place to feel safe? The answer to every question is yes, God is always there. Just as He assured Jacob He was keeping him, we can be assured He is keep-

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Daily Bible Readings MONDAY One Greater than Jacob (John 4:1-15) TUESDAY The Plot to Gain a Blessing (Genesis 27:1-10) WEDNESDAY Planning the Deception (Genesis 27:11-17) THURSDAY A Blessing Gained through Deceit (Genesis 27:18-29) FRIDAY Jacob Received God’s Blessing (Genesis 32:22-30) SATURDAY Jacob’s Name Changed to Israel (Genesis 35:9-15) SUNDAY God’s Assurance for Jacob (Genesis 28:1, 10-22)

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ing us wherever we may go. MAKE IT HAPPEN God has promised to always be with us and to keep us, but sometimes we do not invite Him into every part of our lives. This week, begin to identify those areas in your life where you need to give God full disclosure. As you do this, think of at least three actions you can do to invite God into each area. Then, do them. FOLLOW THE SPIRIT What God wants me to do: REMEMBER YOUR THOUGHTS Special insights I have learned: MORE LIGHT ON TEXT Genesis 28:1, 10-22 From v. 1 And Isaac called Jacob, and blessed him, and charged him. Perhaps now Isaac resigned himself to what his wife, Rebekah, told him was the Lord’s will all along—that the older would serve the younger and that Jacob, not Esau, would receive the birthright. So Isaac sent Jacob on with blessing and instructions. 10 And Jacob went out from Beersheba, and went toward Haran. 11 And he lighted upon a certain place, and tarried there all night, because the sun was set; and he took of the stones of that place, and put them for his pillows, and lay down in that place to sleep. In obedience to his father’s command to seek a wife (v. 2) but also in compliance with his

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mother’s counsel to evade the wrath of Esau, Jacob set out on his journey toward Haran. As he traveled on, he came to a place where he was obliged to stop all night because the sun had set. Jacob had probably intended to reach Luz, but he opted to stop and rest for the night. The words “he lighted upon a certain place” indicate the apparently accidental, yet divinely appointed, choice of this place for his night quarters, for the place had already been consecrated by one of Abraham’s altars (12:8, 13:4). Jacob took some of the stones and made them his pillow or head-place (Heb. mraashah, MER-ah-ash-aw). 12 And he dreamed, and behold a ladder set up on the earth, and the top of it reached to heaven: and behold the angels of God ascending and descending on it. Jacob fell asleep and had a dream in which he saw a ladder (Heb. cullam, sool-LAWM) resting upon the earth, with the top reaching to heaven. Upon the ladder, he saw angels of God going up and down, and Jehovah Himself standing above it. What a much-needed, refreshing, and inspiring experience for Jacob! God showed up for him at the right time. Jacob was tired, lonely, and forlorn when he arrived at Bethel. He had no company to travel with, no place but the ground for a bed, and no pillow but a stone for his head, but he experienced God in a personal and unusual way. The doors at home, to his family, and to Beersheba were shut, but the window

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with a vision to build a biblical community of loving relationships, whose members daily devoutly love, follow, and model Christ. To commemorate on this grand occasion, New Hope will celebrate its 107th Anniversary on Sunday, October 27, 2013. With the theme “Except the Lord build the house”… taken from Psalm 127:1, there will be two services. During the morning worship hour, Elder Charles E. Blake, Jr. will bring the message. For the afternoon service scheduled for 3:30p.m., the guest speaker will be Re. Dr. Williams S. Epps Sr., the Pastor of Second Baptist Church of Los Angeles. Between morning worship and the afternoon service, dinner will be served. The color scheme chosen for that day is brown and beige. New Hope extends an invitation to all past, present, and prospective members to help them celebrate with the central theme “Constantly serving God since 1906.” The congregation expects blessings through inspirational singing and anointed preaching. Come one and come all to receive your blessing! The church is located at 5200 South Central Avenue in Los Angeles. For further information, please contact the church office by phone (323) 232-4326 or e-mail: Newhbc@pacbell.net.

1-888-290-7277 of heaven was wide open to him. God literally threw down a ladder of hope to a hopeless Jacob who was caught up with a problem of his own making. For a short while, God made accessible His presence, promise, and providence to Jacob. Although the etymology of the Hebrew word for “ladder” is not entirely certain, its symbolism is without doubt. It was a visible symbol of the real and uninterrupted fellowship between God in heaven and His people upon earth. Although a brief episode, it was nonetheless significant as it represents God’s deliberate disclosure of His active involvement in the world and His astute intervention into people’s lives. Nothing could be a more expressive emblem of the incarnation and its effects—Jesus Christ is the great ladder between heaven and earth, and between God and humanity (John 1:51). 13 And, behold, the LORD stood above it, and said, I am the LORD God of Abraham thy father, and the God of Isaac: the land whereon thou liest, to thee will I give it, and to thy seed. The vision was not just about angels. The Lord “stood” (Heb. natsab, naw-TSAB) above the ladder. It was a personal revelation of Jehovah to Jacob. It manifested the presence of his covenant God, pointed out his mode of life wandering from place to place, and promised protection in all his ways. In proclaiming Himself to Jacob as the God of his fathers, “I am the LORD God of Abraham,” God not only confirmed to him all the promises and the blessing of Abraham for which Isaac had prayed (vv. 3-4), but also assured him of God’s protection on his dangerous jour-

NEWS@RAISETHEPRAISENEWS.NET ney and a safe return to his home (v. 14). 14 And thy seed shall be as the dust of the earth, and thou shalt spread abroad to the west, and to the east, and to the north, and to the south: and in thee and in thy seed shall all the families of the earth be blessed. 15 And, behold, I am with thee, and will keep thee in all places whither thou goest, and will bring thee again into this land; for I will not leave thee, until I have done that which I have spoken to thee of. God confirmed to Jacob his destiny as the heir of God’s promise to his forefathers. God reiterated His promise to Abraham and Isaac, relayed to Jacob the prosperity of his descendants, and reassured the fearful patriarch of His presence in the dangerous journey. The Lord will guide the poor, afflicted wanderer in seeking rest and bread. Jacob seems to have left home with a heavy heart and invoked divine protection; God showed him the communication that exists between heaven and earth, the guard of angels, and His ever-watchful eye looking down on man, whether waking or asleep. What then had Jacob to fear? No evil could happen to him while God was his guardian and strong defense. In this dream, the Lord completely dispelled Jacob’s fears. But as the fulfillment of this promise to Jacob was still

far off, God added the firm assurance, “I will not leave thee, until I have done [carried out] that which I have spoken to thee of.” 16 And Jacob awaked out of his sleep, and he said, Surely the LORD is in this place; and I knew it not. “The LORD is in this place; and I knew it not”—that is, God had made this place His particular residence. Jacob had gone to sleep, fearful, alone, and helpless. He had no idea that he was being specially cared for and watched over by Abraham’s God. He thought he was exiled from the presence of the Lord, but good men often find Him in times and places where they do not expect. Surely his heavenly Father watches over him. Jacob acknowledged that this place had been consecrated to God. 17 And he was afraid, and said, How dreadful is this place! this is none other but the house of God, and this is the gate of heaven. Jacob seems to wake up in two stages. As he awoke, a feeling of awe came upon him. Consequently, when he arose, he solemnly dedicated one of the stones and vowed to bring his tithes to the God who dwelt in this place (vv. 18-22). “House of God” (Heb. bet elohim; bet e-lo-YIM) anticipates the name Jacob was about to give to the place, “Bethel” (v. 19). “Gate of heaven” occurs only here in the Old Testament, but the concept that heaven, the divine abode, has one or more entrances is a familiar idea in ancient thought. The appearance of the ladder, the Lord standing at its top,

and the movement of the angels up and down must have left deep, solemn, and even awe-inspiring impressions on the mind of Jacob. It was an impression so strong that he declared, “How dreadful is this place!” As Jacob continued on his journey, he was to carry with him a holy awe of the gracious presence of God. 18 And Jacob rose up early in the morning, and took the stone that he had put for his pillows, and set it up for a pillar, and poured oil upon the top of it. Jacob turned the pillow into a pillar. In the morning, Jacob erected the stone as a monument of the extraordinary vision which he had experienced in that place. The word “stone” here (Heb. eben, eh-VEN) could mean a heap of stones that is piled up for a memorial, hence the word monument. He poured oil on the top to consecrate it as a memorial of the mercy that had been shown him there, not as an idol or an object of divine worship (Exodus 30:26 ff.). 19 And he called the name of that place Bethel: but the name of that city was called Luz at the first. He then gave the place the name Bethel, “house of God” (Heb. bethel, BET-el), whereas the town had been called Luz before. It appears that Jacob gave the name not to the place where the pillar was set up but to the town in the neighborhood in which he had received the divine revelation. He renewed it on his return from Mesopotamia (35:15). This is confirmed by 48:3, where Jacob, in the same manner as in 35:6-7, spoke of Luz as the place of this revelation. 20 And Jacob vowed a vow, saying, If God will be with me, and will keep me

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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.

MESSIAH BAPTIST CHURCH

REV. DEMONTRE REEVER YOUTH PASTOR

DR. ALBERT NICHOLAS SENIOR PASTOR

REV. E. ROLAND AREVALO PASTOR/SPANISH MINISTRY

Sunday School ................................................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship & Youth Worship.................... 10:45 A.M. Evangelistic Class...(3rd Tues) ............................7:00 P.M. Prayer Band (Wed.) ........................................ 12:00 Noon Mdwk. Prayer (Wed.) .......................................... 7:00 P.M. Spanish Worship (Sun) ...................................... 4:30 P.M. Spanish Prayer Mtg .. (Thurs) ..............................7:00 P.M.

“PRAISE CITY” PRAISES OF ZION B.C. 8222 So. San Pedro St. L.A., CA 90003 Office: (323) 750-1033 Fax: (323) 758-6030

Website: www.wordonnet.com/hardwick

DR. J. BENJAMIN HARDWICK, SR. PASTOR Early Morning Worship ............................................. 6:45 A.M. Educational Hour .................................................... 9:15 A.M. Mid-Morning Worship ........................................... 10:30 A.M. Bible Study (Wed.) ................................................. 7:30 P.M. Broadcast ......................(KJLH 102.3)................... 5:00 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. FIRST ANTIOCH MISSIONARY 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

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.

402 E. El Segundo Blvd, L.A. Ca, 90061 CHURCH: 310-324-0644 FAX: (310) 769-1287

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.

GREATER NEW ST. MATTHEW Missionary Baptist Church 346 East 36th St., L.A., CA 90011 CHURCH: (323) 233-7729 FAX: (323) 233-8057 E-mail: gnsmchurch@yahoo.com

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.

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

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.

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BETHEL M.B.C. HONORS PASTOR REGINALD & FIRST LADY JUANITA POPE FOR 38 YEARS OF SERVICE

Theme – Our Pastor and Wife Trusting in the Lord and Doing Good “Trust in the Lord, and do good; so shalt thou dwell in the land, and verily thou shalt be fed. For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.” (Psalm37:3 & Ephesians 2:10) We, the Bethel family, are preparing for the 38th Appreciation Service of our Pastor Reginald Pope and First Lady Juanita. Come out and join us in this exemplary celebration. The services are as follow: Sunday, October 20th at 3:30 p.m.: Pastor K. L. Burrus and True Ever Faithful B. C.; Pastor J. W. Brown and Welcome B. C.; and Pastor Ticey Brown and Mt. Tabor B. C. Thursday, October 24th at 7:30 p.m.: Pastor Curtis Williams and Christ Full Gospel B. C.; Pastor Earnest Waters and New Way B. C.; and Pastor Stephen J. Randle and Christ St. John B. C. Friday, October 25th at 7:30 p.m.:

Greater New St. Matthews M.B.C., invite the entire community to join them in their Annual Fall Revival, to be held Wednesday, October 23, 2013-Friday, October 25, 2013. The Revivalist will be Rev. Xavier L. Thompson, Senior Pastor, Southern Baptist Church and President of

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sons of Bethel: Pastor Kalvin Cressel, Sr. and Greater Mt. Sinai Baptist Church #2; Pastor Lovely Haynes & St. Mark Baptist Church; along with Ministers McKinley Alexander, Jr., Randy Allen, Tony Hale, Roosevelt Hall, Michael Jones, James Lettries, Quentin McKinney, McKinley Moore, Tommie Ross, Xezakia Rouse, Alvin Stafford, Jr. & Ishmael Torres. Sunday, October 27th at 3:30 p.m.: Pastor Lucious Pope and Greater New Vision Baptist Church and Pastor Aaron D. Iverson and Paradise Baptist Church. Let’s look at 2013 Achievements under the pastorship of Reginald Pope. The maturing of the membership in the knowledge of the Lord; The mentoring of 12 Associate Ministers; scholarship support for students in college; refurbishing of our sanctuary floor and pews; resurfacing of our parking lot, and our community Back-to-school Rally which serviced over 1,000 students with backpacks and school supplies. Our pastor shares the Word of God through his Continued On Page 15 teaching and preaching. He BETHEL .........

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www.houseofwinston-la.com Tel (323) 757-2271 Fax (323) 757-1421 License No. FD 639

LAPD’S Newton Division Host “Food for the Veterans” Food Drive In the month of August 2013, LAPD’S Newton Division Community Police Station was responsible for collecting over 600 pounds of canned and non-perishable food for the Federal Food Drive on behalf of the United States Department of Personnel located in Washington D.C. Newton Division was responsible for the largest amount of donations in all of LAPD’s Central Bureau combined. Several Newton Police Officers purchased food items to support the ‘Food for the Veterans” Food drive. This effort was supported by the Commanding Officer of LAPD’s Newton Area; Captain Edward Prokop is a United States Marine Veteran from Operation Desert Storm. Newton Officers have seen a continuous trend of property crimes related to vehicle theft

and burglary from motor vehicle crimes due to citizens failing to lock and secure their vehicle. Also, the LAPD wants to remind everyone to hide your belongings in your car to prevent thieves from using the opportunity to steal personal items left in plain sight. LAPD wants to spread its slogan to the community ‘Lock It, Hide It, Keep It”. On a final note, Newton Division is located at 3400 South Central Avenue Los Angeles: officers are inviting all to participate in their monthly clergy meetings every second Thursday of the month at 10:00 A.M. inside Newton Area’s Red Davis Community Room. Please contact the Newton’s Community Relations Office at 323-846-3937 for further details. ADVERTISE YOUR CHURCH MINISTRY HERE SINGLE SPACE

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12930 South Lime Avenue, Compton, CA 90221 Phone: (310) 638-0536

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los angeles THE ASSEMBLING FAITH M.B.C. 1233 W. 91st St., L.A., CA 90044 Phone(323) 418-8800 E-Mail: assemblingf8th@att.net

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BOBBY T. NEWMAN JR.

Pastor SERVICE TIMES: 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.

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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.

JESUS IS THE ANSWER C.F. CHURCH 750 Alondra Blvd Carson, CA 90746 Phone: (310) 515-7209

DR. R. STANLEY HAYWOOD, PASTOR Sunday School .................... 9:00 A.M. Morning Worship ............... 10:00 A.M. Bible Study..(Wednesday)..... 7:00P.M.

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6614 SOUTH WESTERN AVE., LOS ANGELES, CA 90047

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

YOUR PASTOR’S NAME

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 PHONE: (323) 235-2103 REV. EDWARD V. HILL II, PASTOR 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

PROGRESSIVE COMMUNITY Missionary Baptist Church 3600 West Imperial Hwy. Inglewood, CA 90303

Phone: (323) 751-0502 www.theoneandonlywaymin.org - Website

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

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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.)

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THE LIBERTY CHURCH 14725 South Gramercy Place Gardena, CA 90249 CHURCH: (310) 715-8400 Email Address: libertytabmin@sbcglobal.net

Worship Services ........9:30 & 11:30 A.M. Word Power/Bible Study (Wed.) 6:30 P.M. “I Care Ministry” (Sat.) .......... 9:45 A.M.

Dr. 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.

Gardena

ELDER DAVID CROSS, PASTOR

TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH

Dr. W. Jerome Fisher Senior Pastor

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ORDER OF SERVICE....... 9:00 A.M. ORDER OF SERVICE..... 10:45 A.M. ORDER OF SERVICE...... 7:30 P.M.

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“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.

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”

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.

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.

ST. MARK BAPTIST CHURCH

1703 Lemon Ave Long Beach, Ca 90813 (562) 591-7822 Office (562) 591-0242 Fx www.stmarklb.org REV. JOHN K. BERRY, PASTOR Sunday School .................... 9:00 A.M. Morning Worship ............... 10:45 A.M. Bible Study (Tues) .............. 6:30 P.M. Prayer .... (Wed) .....12 P.M.| 7:30 P.M.

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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. Bible Class ...(Thurs)............ 7:15 P.M.

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

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.

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

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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.

GRACE TEMPLE BAPTIST CHURCH

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.

GREATER MT. HERMON M.B.C.

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.

CEDAR GROVE BAPTIST CHRCH

7623 8th Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90043 Phone: (323) 751-1121 Fax: (323)751-1122

REV. A.T. WILLIAMS SR. ORGANIZER REV. RODERIC BELL, PASTOR Sunday School ............................... 9:30 A.M. Sunday Morning Worship .............. 11:00 A.M. Bible Study/Prayer Mtg... (Thurs) .... 6:00 PM.

EBENEZER BAPTIST CHURCH

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

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 AND HOPE COMMUNITY CHURCH 344 West Florence Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90003 PHONE: (323) 753-6445 E-mail: faithhopecommunity@att.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 BETHANY M.B.C 507 W. 49TH Street Los Angeles, CA 90037 PHONE: (323) 232-4421 REV. GREGORY D. McClain PASTOR Sunday School ...................... 9:15 A.M. Morning Worship .................. 10:30 A.M. Communion Serv. (1st Sun)....10:30 A.M Bible Study (Wed.) ................. 6:00 P.M. Mdwk. Prayer (Wed.) .............. 700 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.

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GREATER MT. OLIVE B.C.

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.

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)........................7:00 P.M. Bible Study...(Wed)..................7:30 P.M. Prayer ....(Wed & (Fri)...9:00-10:00 A.M.

GREATER NEW UNITY BAPTIST CHURCH

9719 S. Avalon Blvd., L.A., CA 90003 Phone: (323) 757-5094; FAX: (323) 757-1080 E-Mail: gnubc@att.net REV. RANDY ALLISON, JR. PASTOR

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.

HOLY MISSION MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH 1614 East 41st Street Los Angeles, CA 90011 PHONE: (940) 442-2972 Noah W. Payne, Pastor Rev. Reginal Payne, Asst. Pastor

Sunday School 10:00 A.M. Morning Worship 11:00 A.M. Prayer Service (Tues) 7:00 P.M. Choir Rehearsal (Thurs) 7:00 P.M.

HOLY ROCK MISSIONARY B.C.

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

LOVE LIFTED ME M.B.C.

6501 Crenshaw Blvd - L.A., CA 90043 Ph: (323) 778-5438 Fx:(323) 778-0574 PASTOR DR. 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.

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.

NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH 5200 South Central Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90011 PHONE: (323) 232-4326

REV. LARRY D. HOOKS II, Pastor 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.

NEW PROVIDENCE M.B.C.

10200 South Normandie Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90044 Phone: (323) 754-3779

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.

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

PILGRIM’S HOPE BIBLE CHURCH 7016 S. Compton Ave, L.A. Ca 90001 Phone: (323) 581-7672 Fx: (323) 581-6466 Email: phbc7016@att.net

JOE L. SMITH JR., PASTOR / TEACHER Sundays Early Morning Worship ..............9:45 A.M. Word-Up Bible Study .2nd & 4th ..8:30 A.M. Children’s Church ................... 9:30 A.M. Mid Week Bible Study .............12:00 P.M.

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in this way that I go, and will give me bread to eat, and raiment to put on, 21 So that I come again to my father’s house in peace; then shall the LORD be my God: 22 And this stone, which I have set for a pillar, shall be God’s house: and of all that thou shalt give me I will surely give the tenth unto thee. The significance of this vow within the story of Jacob’s life is underscored by its mention again at key points (31:13, 35:1-3, 7). This was no ordinary vow but a grand and solemn expression of Jacob’s complete acceptance of the Lord to be his God. It was merely the echo and the thankful acknowledgment of the divine assurance, “I am with thee,” which had been given immediately before. God had already made an unconditional promise to Jacob to watch over him and bring him back to this land (v. 15). As such, his vow was not designed to manipulate God or twist His arm. Jacob needed not do any- Continued On Page 15 thing in return, but SUNDAY SCHOOL .... he offered to God

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

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“One Church For All Generations” 4678 West Adams Blvd, L.A. CA 90016 (323) 731-2703 Email: smbcla@gmail.com XAVIER L. THOMPSON, PASTOR/TEACHER Sunday School ................... 9:00 A.M. Morning Worship ...............10:30 A.M. Bible Study (Wed.) ............. 6:45 P.M.

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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 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.

SOUTHWOOD BAPTIST CHURCH

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

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

1631 West Adams Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90007 Phone: (323) 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.

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

TABERNACLE OF FAITH B.C.

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

ROCK OF FAITH M.B.C.

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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 ................ 10:15 A.M. Afternoon Worship ............... 3:30 P.M. Mdwk. Prayer (Wed.) ............ 7:00 P.M.

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

936 W. 49th Street Los Angeles, CA 90037 Phone (323) 752-0855 stjohnbc@att.net 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. C.R. 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.

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.

TRAVELER’S REST M.B.C.

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1417 East Florence Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90001 Phone: (323) 582-7797 E-mail: travelersrest@sbcglobal.net

Morning Worship .........8:00 A.M. Church School .......... 9:30 A.M. Worship Service........ 11:00 A.M.

Ph: (323) 581-7711 (323) 296-1338 REV. L.L. LEWIS, PASTOR/TEACHER

Sunday School ...................... 9:30 A.M. Sunday Morning Worship..... 11:00 A.M. Prayer /Bible ............12:30 & 6:30 P.M. Men Ministry Sat before 1st . 10:00 A.M. Women’s Ministry...4th Sat ...11:00 A.M.

WELCOME MISSIONARY B.C.

8615 South Central Avenue Los Angeles, Calif. 90002 www.Welcomebaptistla.org 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.

10400 S. San Pedro Street, L.A. Calif. 90003

“Family of Purpose” CHURCH Phone: (888) 294-5545 www.FOPLive.com

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

BEULAH BAPTIST CHURCH 1454 E. 100th St., L.A., CA 90062 CHURCH: (323) 564-0691

www.BeulahBaptistLa.org 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.

REV. ROBERT L. TAYLOR PASTOR

Sunday School .....................................................9:00 A.M. Morning Worship ............................................... 10:00 A.M. Bible Study (Wednesday) .................................... 7:00 P.M.

YOUR CHURCH NAME TRUE WAY MISSIONARY B.C.

SOUTHERN MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH OF SOUTHEAST L.A. 1149 E. 68th St. L.A. CA 90001

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.

SOUTHSIDE BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH THIRD BAPTIST CHURCH

ST. JOHN M.B.C.

VILLAGE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH

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.

Your Church Address Your Church Phone Number Your Church Email YOUR PASTOR’S NAME ORDER OF SERVICE....... 9:00 A.M. ORDER OF SERVICE..... 10:45 A.M. ORDER OF SERVICE...... 7:30 P.M.

Matthew 28:18-20 Says to Go Ye Therefore into ALL Nations.

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Min. Lamont Bradley & Lord Before Us Productions presents When The Singers – SING! on Saturday, November 2nd @ 7PM. This event will be held at the Full Gospel B.C. 6900 So. Compton Ave. in Los Angeles. Join us as revisit the days when a Singer stood in front of a crowd and used their Talent, not the best computer; to sound great. WTSS will present some of the Best Soloists in the Industry & some Fresh New Talent you will go to Love. Guests

include: Sonya Griffin, Jacob Lusk (American Idol Finalist), Shari Demby, Errol Gillett, Shanon Timmons, Franchesca White, Herlette BraxtonCallahan, and DeSean Horne (from Las Vegas, NV), and Other Guests Include – Brent Jones & Orange County Gospel Choir, ACTS Mime Ministry, The Justified Crew, Greater Purpose (Metropolitan B.C.), & Poetess – Mikel Ruffinelli… Admission Is Free, but we do ask that you Bring a Can and/ or Non-Perishable Item to

Benefit the Homeless/AIDS Organizations of Southern California. This event will also be Recorded for Television Broadcast. Come see these Soloist Shine like never before… For more Information/Tickets, please call 323-993-8581 or Logon to www.LordBeforeUs. com. Min. Lamont Bradley, President/Reporting, Rev. Reginald Payne, Host Pastor.

“OBAMACARE COMES TO YOU WORKSHOP” Senator-Elect Holly Mitchell and Trinity Baptist Church Present Workshop on Affordable Care Act

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an altar, a tithe (28:22), and a commitment. He did not ask for what God was already giving him—His presence, care, and guidance, including his safe return to the land (v. 15). One thing is certainly clear from this episode: Jacob was gradually coming to the end of himself. Instead of relying on his abilities, he was to stop scheming and rely on God to supply his needs and protect him. The if in Jacob’s vow did not imply doubt in God’s promise but was the natural form of his taking God at His word: “If God is going to do so much for me, then I will do something for Him.” In other words, if God, who had appeared to him, proved Himself to be God by fulfilling His promise, then Jacob would acknowledge and worship Him by making the stone into a house of God and by tithing all his possessions. Finally, the circumstances in which Jacob made his vow are very striking. Typically in the Old Testament, vows were made in situations of distress. Jacob’s vow was no exception. He was in a distressed state, running away from home— something which could be

E-WASTE RECYCLING EVENT

The Beulah Baptist Church in collaboration with the Southern Area Community Outreach Project and New Generation Empowerment Group will be holding an EWaste recycling drive on Saturday October 26, 2013 from 10:00 a.m to 4:00 p.m. Items to be recycled include desk top and laptop computers, printers, monitors, flat screens of

any size scanners, any size televisions, cell phones, copiers, cameras, pagers, fax machines, MP 3 players, DVD and CD players/recorders, radios, speakers, and all types of computer cables. Beulah Baptist is located at 1454 E. 100th. Street in the city of Los Angeles. For further information please contact Mr. Wheaton at New Generation Empowerment Group at (562) 426-6517.

considered equivalent to being under threat of death. But now he had received an unexpected revelation announcing his return to his country and guaranteeing him safety on the journey. What could be more natural than for Jacob to make a vow and pledge himself to worship God? “This stone… shall be God’s house,” a monument of the presence of God among His people. It is recorded in 35:7 that Jacob built an altar and probably also dedicated the

tenth to God. Sources: BibleGateway.com. The Holy Bible, New Living Translation. Wheaton, Illinois: Tyndale House, 2007. (accessed August 1, 2012). Bible Study Tools. www. BibleStudyTools.com. “Old Testament Hebrew Lexicon— King James Version.” http:// www.biblestudytools.com/ lexicons/hebrew/kjv/yaaqob. html, http://www.biblestudytools.com/lexicons/hebrew/ kjv/maqowm.html, http://

OCTOBER 21, 2013 - 11:00 am DR. J.W. BROWN Welcome Baptist Church Los Angeles ORDER OF THE DAY

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THY KINGDOM COME Inspired by Matthew 6: 9-10

It is not thy kingdom GO But thy kingdom COME As you lift hands to heaven Where your help comes from Beckoning thy kingdom Thy kingdom come in earth Beseeches heaven to come to you To increase your spiritual worth Say when you pray thy will be done For God will’s is our commission On earth as it is in heaven Eternal peace is a decision Pray not you go up to heaven But heaven comes down into you Thy kingdom COME in earth as it is in heaven This is what you pray God to do Your body is a temple To be heavenly occupied Thy kingdom COME The place where the Lord resides

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LOS ANGELES, CA – October 1, 2013 - Trinity Baptist Church will host a Workshop on “ObamaCare Comes To You “ on Saturday, November 2, 2013, from 10:00am to 2:00pm, in the J.L. Caston Fellowship Center, at the church, located at 2040 West Jefferson Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90018. This workshop is a joint effort between Senator Holly Mitchell and Trinity Baptist Church to provide critical and essential information to the community on the Affordable Healthcare Act, which opened for enrollment on October 1, 2013. On-site enrollment also is offered. The Affordable Healthcare Act, also called “ObamaCare”, was enacted by the US Congress so millions of Americans will be able to choose affordable, high-quality health insurance coverage. The program will take effect nationwide January 2014 and enrollment started on October 1, 2013. In California, an insurance exchange is offered through Covered California, which is a new, easy-to-use marketplace where you and your family may get financial assistance to make coverage more affordable and where you will be able to compare and choose health coverage that best fits your needs and budget. By law, your coverage can’t be dropped or denied even if you have a pre-existing medical condition or get sick. Every individual must be enrolled in a plan by January 2014 or be subject to a fine. It is important that each individual understands essential aspects of the new law and the options offered through Covered California before enrolling. The Trinity workshop will provide that information in English and Spanish and offer opportunity for individuals to enroll on site. “Each uninsured individual in our community can and should now find out what healthcare is available to you and your family members under the new law, whether you are entitled to free or assisted coverage, how to choose an option which fits your needs, and what to do to enroll in an affordable health plan immediately,” said Senator Holly J. Mitchell. “ObamaCare offers an unprecedented opportunity for Californians to obtain affordable health coverage that must include prevention, medical treatment, prescriptions and rehabilitation for you and your children up to age 26. In this workshop your questions will be answered by certified experts and, if eligible, you can enroll on site.” PLEASE CALL THE CHURCH OFFICE AT (323)735-0044 FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. Continued From Page 7

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www.biblestudytools.com/lexicons/hebrew/kjv/beyth-el.html (accessed August 4, 2012). HarperCollins Study Bible (NRSV). New York: Harper Collins Publishers, 2006. 35-55. Henry, Matthew. “Genesis.” Matthew Henry’s Commentary on the Whole Bible, Vol. 1 (Genesis to Deuteronomy). Genesis 29. http://www.ccel.org/ccel/henry/mhc1.Gen.xxix.html. (accessed August 1, 2012). Strong, James. Free Bible Study Tools. Strong’s Concordance with Greek and Hebrew. http://www.tgm.org/bible.htm (accessed August 5, 2012). Unger, Merrill F., R. K. Harrison, Howard Vos, and Cyril Barber. The New Unger’s Bible Dictionary. Chicago: Moody Publishers, 1988. 635, 644-646.

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Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. - 1 Peter 5:8

byANDREA Andrea ANDREWS Andrews As The Body of Christ, how long will we tolerate demonic oppression in our tabernacles, homes and communities? Within the past few months, our nation’s headlines have

carried story after story of senseless killings at the hands of people who were/are mentally ill...the most recent being a high profile NFL football player’s son being beaten to death by a man with a history of such behavior. Prior to that, a woman was murdered by law enforcement following her erratic behavior at The White House; a woman with a history of mental health challenges. Only weeks ago in Dallas, Texas, a man walked into a local fast food restaurant with the intent to kill innocent parties...

These incidents are just those that made headline news. When a humble father came to meet Christ among His disciples following a failed attempt to heal his epileptic son, The Messiah was perturbed. He’d given them authority to heal and deliver, yet He proclaimed their faith was fledgling [referencing the condition of the boy (epilepsy) as a demon]. The command for us is to ALWAYS be “sober-minded”. This would mean that conditions which compromise our ability to serve The Kingdom of Heaven

(Bipolar Disorder, depression, paranoid schizophrenia, manic depression, autism, ADD, ADHD, etc.), are afflictions NOT of The Lord and NOT of His Will. Demonic oppression and spiritual warfare are taboo subjects in many churches. Yet, Paul made it clear that we are always in the midst of battle between darkness and the majesty of God; an overwhelming tug of war for souls. Although the devil’s time is short, he is SERIOUS about his business and will do whatever it takes to kill, steal, and destroy. And,

while he can not possess (nor send his concubines to possess) those who are born again, he DOES send his demons to distract, thwart and derail Christians from their purpose by plaguing their minds, bodies, etc. Christ paid it ALL. Intercession, obedience, prayer and fasting must begin NOW! Let’s not leave the laboring for others to do. NOTE: STOP fearing the devil and demons! Christ has given us authority over him. When we fear him (the enemy)...he wins! Peace, Love & Blessings.Www.theprocesschristiancounseling.com

grown to cherish it! We have grown to know that we can trust it! We have been given evidence that we can trust the Lord of the Word! Therefore, we know right from wrong as we are walking up the King’s Highway. We know what

Daddy-God desires of us and what are No-No’s! We are not to be afraid of that which stands before us as challenges and opposition. Rather we are to walk in “What We Know”!!! Be a vendor at our 10th Celebration on Nov. 16, 2013!-Join

us for our 1st Sat. Fellowship, November 2, 2013, 1:15 p.m. at the U S Bank Community Bldg., Crenshaw and Slauson, Los Angeles, CA. For additional information contact: Dr. Tonya Lewis, onefaith2007@ aol.com, One Faith Fellow-

ship, P. O. Box 56641, Los Angeles, CA 90056,www. onefaithfellowship.org, (323) 481-6724, or http://www.faceb o ok.com/Dr.TonyaL e wis

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create “Ishmaels” in our lives, which are unnecessary, painful, additional challenges in our lives! V7- We are to act, believe and rest in what we already know! Because we are seeking the Lord’s will and applying it in our lives; we have

FOOD FOR THOUGHT

COMMITED LEADERS (Maxwell

DR. JOYCE HARRELL

“Commitment: It comes before authority and responsibility. Few things present more danger than an uncommitted

leader. While followers may often remain uncommitted, they usually wield limited influence. Leaders, however, impact everyone who follows. When they remain uncommitted, they not only fail their organizations and God, but they model failure for others. Commitment comes before anything else in a leader’s life. Leaders who want to complete a task must possess at least four characteristics: A compelling purpose: They make a great commitment to a great

cause. A clear perspective: They don’t let fear cloud their view of the future. A continual prayer: They pray about everything and gain God’s favor. A courageous persistence: They move ahead despite the odds. Commitment moves past the minds and emotions and goes straight to the will. The ancient Chinese said that the will of a man is like a cart pulled by two horses; the mind and the emotions. You must get both horses moving in the same direction to move the cart. Commit-

ment results when your mind and emotions move forward, no matter the cost. Leaders cannot expect followers to make commitments deeper than the ones they make. To develop commitment we must understand the following truths: Commitment starts in the heart. Commitment precedes achievement. The only real measure of commitment is action. Commitment opens the door for accomplishments. Commitment can be measured. Leaders must

Leadership

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evaluate their calendars and checkbooks to measure their commitment. Commitment enables a leader to make decisions. Leaders must determine what’s worth dying for, and then make that the basis for decisions. Commitment flourishes with public accountability. Go public with your commitments, then you’ll have incentive to follow through.” Dr. Joyce’s contact information is: Joyce-harrell@sbcglobal.net

HOW DARE YOU, GOD? (PART XIII) “And Moses said, Thus saith the LORD, About midnight will I go out into the midst of Egypt:” – Exodus 11:4 People have coined the phrase “THE MIDNIGHT HOUR” to be that time when all personal strength has been exerted in seemingly hopeless situations. (I Cor. 1:19-31; I Cor. 2:11; I Cor. 3:18-23) In previous exhibitions throughout this LADY DR. PHELENCIA A. WHITE series, God’s strength WITH POWER was placed upon EVERY AREA of MAN’S CREA A WORD FROM GOD is TURE COMFORTS. But, even not a personal word from the at this God didn’t HIT THE writer. It is SIMPLY THE CORE of MAN’S HEART, so WORD OF GOD FROM it REMAINED HARDENED. GOD DIRECTLY! (Is. 55:10(Matt. 6:19-21; Luke 12:31-34; 12) No one knows the hour James 5:1-6) But once God when the LORD shall appear. did, it MOST CERTAINLY (I Thess. 5:1-10; II Peter 3:1would OPEN THE DOOR 10) But there is something to a NEW BEGINNING for about MIDNIGHT that God God’s people. Unlike before, holds dear. (Acts 16:25-26) this time God says, “I WILL

GO OUT! I AM GOING TO PERSONALLY VISIT MAN. (Gen. 11:1-9) I, THE LORD YOUR GOD BUILD UP AND TEAR DOWN. (Ps. 75:4-8; Prov. 3:33-35; Heb. 3:4) MY PEOPLE HAVE HONORED ME WITH THEIR LIPS, BUT THEIR HEARTS ARE FAR FROM ME!” (Matt. 15:7-9; Mark 7:6-13; Rom. 3:10-18) Warning after warning, unheeded make punishments inevitable BY THE HAND OF GOD! (Ps. 14:1-3) Then ONE DAY the HEART BECOMES SO HARD that God says, “I’M GOING TO BREAK IT! I, THE LORD YOUR GOD HAVE DECREED THIS TO BE PAY DAY!” (Isaiah 47) GOD demands to be FIRST

IN EVERYTHING! (Ex. 20:3; Deut. 5:7) Only HIS NAME is to be EXALTED in the EARTH. (Ps. 24; Rev. 14:6-8) GOD ACCEPTS SECOND TO NOTHING. He has given to us, Jesus who is the IMAGE OF THE INVISIBLE GOD, the FIRSTBORN of EVERY CREATURE. (Phil. 2:5-11; Col. 1:12-20) Sadly, we have come to a PLACE IN TIME where we NOW WORSHIP THE CREATURE more than the CREATOR. (Rom. 1:2032) GOD WANTS HIS GLORY. SO HE IS COMING TO TAKE IT BACK! God says, “ONCE I PUT THIS POWER IN THE MIDST OF MY ENEMIES, Pharaoh and ALL of his SERVANTS are going to

COME DOWN and BOW DOWN TO ME! (Ex. 11:8) FOR NO MAN CAN DO WHAT I WILL DO! “Even with this VERBAL ADMONITION BEFORE DESTRUCTION the LORD knew that “PHARAOH IS NOT GOING TO OBEY UNTIL I DO EXACTLY WHAT I SAY!” Pharaoh didn’t care about the WELL BEING OF HIS OWN PEOPLE, so you KNOW HE DIDN’T CARE IF GOD’S PEOPLE LIVED OR DIED! SO HEAR THIS WORD BY THE SPIRIT and NOT THE FLESH… “THUS SAITH THE LORD, ABOUT MIDNIGHT Continued On Page 15 HOW DARE YOU ...

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WILL I GO OUT INTO THE LAND AND EVERYTHING BEARING MY NAME THAT IS NOT MINE I SHALL DESTROY FROM WHICH BELONGS TO PHARAOH THAT SITTETH UPON HIS THRONE, EVEN UNTO THAT WHICH BELONGS TO THE MAIDSERVANT THAT IS BEHIND THE MILL AND ALL THAT BELONGS TO THE BEASTS. AND THERE SHALL BE A GREAT CRY THROUGHOUT ALL THE LAND, SUCH AS THERE WAS NOT LIKE IT, NOR SHALL BE ANYMORE. (Ex. 11:4-6) Except the LORD build the house, they labour IN VAIN that build it. (Ps. 127:1; Luke 6:46-49; II Tim. 2:19-21) Until Next Week – Part XIV…Stay Connected! LET US PRAY REV. ROBERT REESE FOR EACH OTHER! Lady Dr. Phelencia A. White, Executive Spiritual Director – Girlfriends In Christ International, Inc. – P. O. Box 56260, Los Angeles, California 90056-0260 “Mission to helping people” 309 East Hill– www.GirlfriendsInChrist.org – “Connecting Women With crest Blvd #386 Inglewood, CA 90301. BusiEach Other for the Glory and Honor of God and Not Our- ness Phone number (323) 971-1294, Cell Numselves!” No Weapon Formed Against Us Has Prospered ber (310) 749-0948. Rev. Robert Reese, Baptist and Every Tongue That Has Risen Up Against Us Is Already Min. Hours of operation are Mon-Fri 9:00 a.m. Condemned! (Is. 54:17) We believe in seeking and saving – 5:30 p.m. Saturday by Appointment only. the lost in order to build the KINGDOM OF GOD IN THE NAME OF JESUS! ADDING TO THE CHURCH and TAK- ING NOTHING FROM IT! And it is so…AMEN! Continued From Page 9 suffering, gentleness, vant doing the will of God. Bethel is located BETHEL ......... goodness, faith, meek- at 10905 South Compton Avenue, Los Angeis a man after God’s own heart. His of- ness, and temperance. les. Join us for any of our Worship Services fice is always open and makes himself She teaches the women’s on Sunday morning at 8 o’clock and 11 o’clock. available to you. Our First Lady, Sis- Sunday School class and Evangelism on Monday nights at 7:29 p.m. and ter Juanita Pope, is a virtuous woman Evanglelism E-102. She Bible Study on Wednesday at 12:00 noon and of God. She has God’s anointed Power is the secretary/registrar evening at 6:30 p.m. Reginald Pope, Pastor working through her. She embodies the for the new members. Lillian Smith, Chairperson Willie B. Goins, fruit of the spirit: love, joy, peace, long- She is a humble ser- Chairperson Emeritus. B. Sweet, Reporter

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