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67th PASTORAL ANNIVERSARY

This is your formal invitation to join us on Sunday, October 2, 2022 at 11:00 am in our main sanctuary as we celebrate the 67th Pastoral Service to honor our Pastor, Dr. J. Benjamin Hardwick and his wife. The theme chosen to mark this occasion is, “Still Standing on the Promises of God.” (Acts 26:17-22) We are located at 8222 […]

PLEASANT HILL BAPTIST CHURCH CELEBRATES 110TH ANNIVERSARY


Members of the historic Pleasant Hill Baptist Church will observe more than 11 decades of Christian and community service during their 110th anniversary service. According to Bishop Sylvester Washington, senior pastor, the joyous celebration will be held on Sunday, October 9, 2022, at 11:15 a.m., in the edifice located at 2009 West Martin Luther King Blvd., in Los Angeles.“We praise […]

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67TH PASTORAL APPRECIATION SERVICE FOR DR. & MRS. J. BENJAMIN HARDWICK

This is your formal invitation to join us on Sunday, October 2, 2022 at 11:00 am in our main sanctuary as we celebrate the 67th Pastoral Service to honor our Pastor, Dr. J. Benjamin Hardwick and his wife. The theme chosen to mark this occasion is, “Still Standing on the Promises of God.” (Acts 26:17-22) We are located at 8222 […]

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WESTERN BAPTIST STATE CONVENTION OF CALIFORNIA 132ND ANNUAL SESSION

President J. Benjamin Hardwick and the Executive Board of the Western Baptist State Convention of California extend a personal invitation to the entire Christian community to join us at our 132nd Annual Session convening on Saturday, August 6-11, 2022, at the Praises of Zion Baptist Church in the Los Angeles District Association, Rev. W. Charles Harris, Moderator. Our theme is […]

Zion Hill Baptist Church Is Seeking A Pastor

“Jeremiah 3:16 I will give you pastors after my own heart, which will feed you with wisdom and understanding.” After many months of meditating on the Holy Scriptures and seeking God’s guidance through prayer and supplications, we at Zion Hill Church are ready to begin the task of searching for and identifying that Servant- Leader which The Lord has ordained […]

THE LIBERTY CHURCH WITH PASTOR DAVID CROSS PRESENTS NEW SERMON SERIES – ‘FAMILY JEOPARDY’

Pastor David Cross debuts his new sermon series, “Family Jeopardy,” on Sunday, July 10, at the 10 a.m. worship of The Liberty Church, located at 14725 S. Gramercy Place in Gardena. Also, all graduates and teachers will be recognized during the service. The series will continue to Sunday, July 31, said Cross, who added, “If you have been searching for […]

UNITED CHRISTIAN COLLEGE WEST COAST CAMPUS PRESENTS THE CONFERENCE ON RESTART AND CHURCH GROWTH WHAT DO WE DO NOW?

Introduction: The Corona Virus-19 has put us in position to look at the institution of public worship in a different frame work. Many of us have discovered that public worship must be approach from a different perspective. We in the black church culture had to learn how to present a worship service within an hour, preach within 30 minutes without […]

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Zion Hill Baptist Church Is Seeking A Pastor

“Jeremiah 3:16 I will give you pastors after my own heart, which will feed you with wisdom and understanding.” After many months of meditating on the Holy Scriptures and seeking God’s guidance through prayer and supplications, we at Zion Hill Church are ready to begin the task of searching for and identifying that Servant-Leader which The Lord has ordained and […]

The FIT BY FAITH Conference

MAY 31, 2022 (COMPTON, CA) – Body Werk Fitness will host its Inaugural Fit By Faith Conference at Praises of Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 8222 S. San Pedro Ave in Los Angeles, CA 90003 on August 12-13, 2022. This in-person conference will take place on Friday at 6:30 p.m. and Saturday at 10:00 a.m. Attendees can register by clicking here […]

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THE LIBERTY Father’s Day WORSHIP & FESTIVAL

On Sunday, June 19th 2022 at 10:00 am TLC will share an extraordinary Father’s Day worship experience and follow with a fantastic Festival. There will be FREE BBQ Dinners for all men, Carnival rides, a Father & Son competition and a FREE copy of the book Black Men in the Bible, authored by Pastor David Cross. TLC is known to […]

HARDWICK AT 90 – STILL ON THE BATTLEFIELD FOR GOD AND JUSTICE



Rev. Dr. Joseph Benjamin Hardwick has preached the Gospel and equal rights for African Americans in South Los Angeles for nearly seven decades. Last month, the Rev. Dr. Joseph Benjamin Hardwick called on African American clergy to join him at a breakfast in support of Karen Bass for L.A. Mayor. More than 75 pastors representing denominations and independent ministries responded […]

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10 PRACTICAL STEPS FOR CHURCH LEADERS WHO LEAD LEADERS


There’s more to leading other leaders in the church than “vision-casting” or playing cheerleader. There are practical steps every senior leader can take to directly contribute to the success of the leaders they lead. Avoid starting with a mistake … One of the most common failures many senior leaders make in their leadership of other leaders is launching a person […]

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REMEMBER YOUR FAITH



Here, the Apostle Paul is sending a gentle, yet encouraging word and reminder to his “son in the faith,” Timothy, to remember his faith. It’s a personal letter from one who generally wrote epistles and it gives us a unique and private perspective of the feelings and insecurities that both men happened to share. They were close in their relationship […]

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MAJORITY WHIP JIM CLYBURN COMES TO L.A. IN SUPPORT OF

KAREN BASS FOR L.A. MAYOR


Black faith leaders also voice their support and vow to encourage members to vote in the upcoming election. Congressman Jim Clyburn (D-SC), the third most powerful leader in the U.S. House of Representatives, urged Angelenos to support Karen Bass for mayor of Los Angeles on May 3, at an event hosted by Danny J. Bakewell, Sr. at the L.A. Sentinel. […]

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BLAKE SETS RECORD STRAIGHT ABOUT PARKINSON’S DIAGNOSIS



Presiding Bishop Emeritus Charles E. Blake, Sr. stopped the rumormongers and gossipers in their tracks by announcing his diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease during the worship service of West Angeles Church of God in Christ on April 24. Addressing his congregation with Lady Mae Blake at his side, the senior pastor acknowledged living with the disease for the past 10 years […]

FREE WEBINAR, PREPARING FOR SETBACKS: PROTECTION AND THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY

I’m excited to invite you to our webinar, Preparing for Setbacks: Protection and the Christian Community on Thursday, May 5 at 9:00 am PST. Thrivent and Barna conducted a study in the summer of 2021 focused on the financial well-being of U.S. Christians and pastors. This event will explore perceptions about protection and how those perceptions are influenced by the […]

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$75,000 GRANT AWARDED TO BAPTIST MINISTERS’ CONFERENCE TO REIMAGINE SOUTH CENTRAL DISTRICT 9 COMMUNITY

On this Thursday April 21, 2022, Pastor KW Tulloss, President of the Baptist Ministers Conference was awarded a grant in the amount of $75,000 to help reimagine the “new 9th” district. The goal of this project is to revitalize the area and create a more vibrant community. This is great news for the residents of the 9th district, who have […]

BLACK STUDENT SUCCESS WEEK RETURNS APRIL 25-29, 2022

SACRAMENTO, CA – Black Student Success Week returns April 25-29, 2022, inviting administrators, faculty, staff, and students from across the California Community College system to examine the resources and programs that support Black student success. This year’s theme is A Vision for Black Student Success: Creating a New Landscape to Succeed. The 2022 Black Student Success Week will focus on […]

KAISER PERMANENTE WEST LOS ANGELES MEDICAL CENTER TO SERVE AS A DROP-OFF LOCATION FOR NATIONAL PRESCRIPTION DRUG TAKE BACK DAY

LOS ANGELES, Calif., April XX, 2022 — Kaiser Permanente Southern California facilities, in partnership with local law enforcement agencies, are encouraging community members to participate in “National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day” on Saturday, April 30, 2022, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. The Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center (6041 Cadillac Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90034) will serve as […]

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CELEBRATE EASTER AT PRAISES OF ZION

Because He loves us…“He would not come down from the cross to save himself. He decided to die just to save me.” The entire church family and Dr. J. Benjamin Hardwick, Pastor of Praises of Zion MBC., cordially extends an invitation to you, your family, and friends to join us April 17, 2022, at either of our services 7:00 am […]

BLACK STUDENT SUCCESS WEEK RETURNS APRIL 25-29, 2022

SACRAMENTO, CA – Black Student Success Week returns April 25-29, 2022, inviting administrators, faculty, staff, and students from across the California Community College system to examine the resources and programs that support Black student success. This year’s theme is A Vision for Black Student Success: Creating a New Landscape to Succeed. The 2022 Black Student Success Week will focus on […]

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SENATE CONFIRMS KETANJI BROWN JACKSON TO SUPREME COURT, MAKING HER THE FIRST BLACK WOMAN TO SERVE AS A JUSTICE


The Senate on Thursday confirmed Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court, making her the 116th justice — and the first Black woman — to serve on the top U.S. court. The 53-47 final vote tally showed bipartisan support for Jackson, with three Republicans joining all Democrats to elevate the 51-year-old federal judge to a lifetime appointment on the […]

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PASTOR WILLIAM TURNER RETIRES AFTER 54 YEARS OF SERVICE

After 54 consecutive years of pastoring at New Revelation Missionary Baptist Church and serving the community since 1962, Pastor William Turner Jr. announced his retirement. Plans are underway to honor Pastor Turner with a first-class retirement celebration which will be held at 5:00 p.m. Friday, April 8, 2022, at City Club Los Angeles, 555 Flower Street, 51st Floor. SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES […]

BHERC “SISTAS’ ARE DOIN IT FOR THEMSELVES” SHORT FILM FEST BREAKING BARRIERS AGAIN WITH THIRTY FILMS FROM EXCEPTIONAL WOMEN DIRECTORS

(Hollywood, CA) – The Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center announced the “Call for Entries” final selections for the 29th Annual “Sistas Are Doin’ It For Themselves” Short Film Festival” Saturday, March 25, through Sunday, April 10, 2022. Founded by academy member and producer Sandra J. Evers-Manly, BHERC’s “Sistas” invites female filmmakers to submit their works for consideration to be […]

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BHERC “SISTAS’ ARE DOIN IT FOR THEMSELVES” SHORT FILM FEST BREAKING BARRIERS AGAIN WITH THIRTY FILMS FROM EXCEPTIONAL WOMEN DIRECTORS

(Hollywood, CA) – The Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center announced the “Call for Entries” final selections for the 29th Annual “Sistas Are Doin’ It For Themselves” Short Film Festival” Saturday, March 25, through Sunday, April 10, 2022. Founded by academy member and producer Sandra J. Evers-Manly, BHERC’s “Sistas” invites female filmmakers to submit their works for consideration to be […]

ST. THOMAS MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH 10963 S. Western Ave, Los Angeles CA

PASTORAL SEARCH ANNOUNCEMENT

The Pastor Search Committee of St. Thomas Missionary Baptist Church is seeking a Interim Pastor. ONLY sealed postmarked resumes’ will be considered and accepted. Your resume must be mailed. No Hand delivery mail will be accepted by any person of persons of this church or otherwise. All information will be kept confdential. Absolutely, no phone, fax or E- mail information, […]

PASTOR WILLIAM TURNER RETIRES AFTER 54 YEARS OF SERVICE

After 54 consecutive years of pastoring at New Revelation Missionary Baptist Church and serving the community since 1962, Pastor William Turner Jr. announced his retirement. Plans are underway to honor Pastor Turner with a first-class retirement celebration which will be held at 5:00 p.m. Friday, April 8, 2022, at City Club Los Angeles, 555 Flower Street, 51st Floor. SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES […]

C0MMUNITY HEALTH & WELLNESS PAVILLION @ NEW MT. CALVARY

In efforts to address COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy among African Americans and Latinos in South Los Angeles, New Mt. Calvary Baptist Church has partnered with C.O.R.E., Kedren Vaccines, Charles Drew University of Medicine and Science, LA Health Trust, Community Response System of South Los Angeles (CRSSLA), and a host of community partners to conduct a community-friendly, interactive, and culturally responsive health […]

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RAMS’ JALEN RAMSEY GIVES GOD GLORY THROUGH FOOTBALL


Los Angeles Rams cornerback Jalen Ramsey is the best at his position in the NFL. Regardless of how his talents have pushed him into national prominence, he knows that it is through the Lord’s grace he is able to compete. “Without my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, I’m nothing,” Ramsey said. “I’m sinful by nature, I’m not perfect and that’s […]

9 WAYS LEADERS MAKE THEMSELVES VULNERABLE TO SPIRITUAL ATTACK


New Testament writers warn us again and again about the reality of spiritual attack (Eph. 6:11, 2 Cor 2:11, James 4:7, 1 Peter 5:8). Based on years of my studying spiritual warfare, here are nine ways I’ve seen leaders allow themselves to be vulnerable to the enemy’s arrows: 1. We focus on others, often to the neglect of ourselves. We […]

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PASTOR WILLIAM TURNER RETIRES AFTER 54 YEARS OF SERVICE

After 54 consecutive years of pastoring at New Revelation Missionary Baptist Church and serving the community since 1962, Pastor William Turner Jr. announced his retirement. Plans are underway to honor Pastor Turner with a first-class retirement celebration which will be held at 5:00 p.m. Friday, April 8, 2022, at City Club Los Angeles, 555 Flower Street, 51st Floor. SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES […]

ST. THOMAS MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH CELEBRATES 49TH CHURCH ANNIVERSARY

ST. Thomas Missionary Baptist Church would like to invite you to our 49th Church Anniversary on Sunday March 13, 2022 at 10:45 a.m. We are inviting our entire community and surrounding churches to come out and celebrate this joyous occasion with us. We are located at: St. Thomas Missionary Baptiste Church, 10963 S. Western Ave. Los Angeles, California 90047. For […]

SUNDAY SCHOOL LESSON

Free to Celebrate

march 20, 2022 Bible Study Guide Devotional Reading • Ezra 6:13–22 Bible Background • Ezra 6:13–22; Leviticus 23:4–8 GOD FREES AND REDEEMS UNIT 1: LIBERATING PASSOVER LESSONS 1–4 Lesson Aims After participating in this lesson, each learner will be able to: 1. State the emotion that characterized the celebrations of Passover and Unleavened Bread. 2. Compare and contrast the dedication […]


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