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(Ephesians 4:11) Please acquaint yourselves with the following schedule, and govern yourselves accordingly. We will open with the following invited guests: Sunday. Sept. 18, 2011: New Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Pastor Melvin Hill, and Greater New Bethel Baptist Church, Pastor Earl Pleasant. Sunday, Sept. 25, 2011: Greater Zion Church Family, Pastor Michael Fisher; Greater New Light Baptist Church, Pastor Patrick Ross; New Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, Pastor Sonja Dawson; and Jericho Baptist Assembly, Pastor Anthony Smith. October 2, 2011, the following guests will

help us close out the celebration a mighty way: Greater New Unity Baptist Church, Pastor Randy Allison; St. Thomas Baptist Church, Rev. Raymond Chandler; Calvary Baptist Church, Pastor Virgil Jones; New Revelation Baptist Church, Pastor William Turner; and Union Baptist Church, Pastor Milton Marshall. Well now, who chose Dr. Hardwick for his vocation as a leader/ pastor? Glad you asked. He was chosen by God to become the under shepherd to lead God’s

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REVIVAL TIME WITH.....

BISHOP MARC C. HAWTHORNE Bishop Marc C. Hawthorne son of Pastor Edward & LaLa Hawthorne will be in town ministering during the Revival listed below, and also Men’s Day Sunday Service. Please come out and receive a blessing. Friday Night Revival, September 23, 2011 at 7:00 P.M. at Faith United Methodist Church, 1713 West 108th Street, Los Angeles 90047 (1 blk. east of Western). Theresa Sharp, American Sign Language Interpreter, Pastor Edward G. Hawthorne. Saturday Night Revival, September 24, 2011 at 7:00 P.M. at First United Methodist Church of Inglewood , 304 East Spruce Avenue, Inglewood 90301 (corner of Spruce & Kelso), Pastor Lesa R. Smith. Sunday, “Men’s Day Service” Sunday, September 25, 2011 at 11:00 A.M. at Crenshaw United Methodist Church, 3740 don Felipe Drive, BISHOP MARC. C. HAWTHORNE REVIVALIST Los Angeles, 90009 (off Stocker in Baldwin Hills) Pastor Howard Ashford.

Grandparents of Bishop Marc C. Hawthorne are Ida Tolson Crosby, New Bethel Baptist Church and Josephine WilliamsNew Testament Holiness Church. For additional information contact lalahawthorne@aol. com or www.bishophawthorne.com. Pray to see you at one or all of the above services.

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Preaching and Teaching Conference at the Hilton Los Angeles Airport and Towers on October 3 – 7, 2011. The Conference focuses on providing the necessary tools for pastors, ministers and laypersons so that they can effectively teach the Word of God. The Conference was born from a vision shared by three strong men of God: Dr. R.A. Williams, Late Dr. Larry Harris, and Dr. George Waddles. These men saw a need in the Christian community: a method of expository study that Continued On Page 7

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The members of Praises of Zion proudly announce the celebration of services marking 56 years of service to the Master for our Pastor and wife, Dr. & Mrs. J. Benjamin Hardwick.

Please set aside the following dates so that you may come and share in this joyous occasioWn with us. The festivities will begin Sunday, September 18th, 25th, and October 2nd, 2011.

All of these services will begin at 3:30 pm. We are located at 8222 So. San Pedro Street, in Los Angeles, Ca. You may reach us by telephone at (323) 750-1033. The theme chosen is: “A CHOSEN LEADER”.

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BLESSINGS FOR A NEW SCHOOL YEAR! SUPPLY GIVE-AWAY & REVIVAL

REV. DR. MICHAEL J FISHER

PASTOR TERRY BROOKS

PASTOR DARNELL DYSON

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With the beginning of a new school year approaching, the Greater Zion Church Family is in anticipation and preparation! The best

part of preparing for a new school year is shopping for new school clothes and school supplies! Our desire is to bless our school-aged young people with supplies that will put them at the head of the class! School supplies will be available at our Church Gathering on Saturday, September 10, 2011 at Mills Park (Del Amo Boulevard and Central Avenue) in Carson. The Church Gathering and School Supply Give-Away is the precursor for our annual BACKTO-SCHOOL REVIVAL. Supplies are only one part of the preparation for the school year. It is the intention of the Greater Zion Church Family to provide instruction, and Godly blessings for all those gracing an educational campus.

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IT’S REVIVAL TIME AT THE ROCK

PASTOR WILLIAM G. DAVIS HOST PASTOR

Come join the Rock of Faith Baptist Church family as we take time to usher in the spirit in REVIVAL!! Many things have befallen us all since this time

last year. We have made mistakes and had great failures, we’ve dealt with severe consequences, sicknesses, economic setbacks, we’ve had breakups and break downs, our enemies have plotted, and weapons have been formed.

Thus, our revival theme and prayer for the body of Christ in this season is simple: “I’M A BELIEVER” (HABAKKUK 2:4). We’ll be having a good time in the Lord, and rejuvenating the spirit for three nights beginning on WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14TH to THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15TH, and culminating on FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16th at 7:00pm each night! Pastor Reginald C. Payne (Full Gospel

Baptist Church, 6900 S Compton Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90001) will bring the Word on September 14th; Rev. C. Lamar Simmons (Greater Mount Olive Baptist church, 659 W Colden Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90044) will usher in the Spirit on September 15th; and, Pastor Elton Penn (105th Christian Church, 10500 Avalon Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90003) will bring the revival to a close on September 16th. We would like to invite all of you to come out and receive what God is going to do in this time and hour! We hope to see you all there! ~ Rock of Faith MBC. 5151 S Normandie Los Angeles, CA 90037 ~ Pastor William G. Davis Jr.

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24TH ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF LOVE

PASTOR S. “SCUFFIE” SHIGG & LEADING ADY ALYCE SHIGG HONOREES

JUDSON BAPTIST CHURCH CELEBRATES 58 YEARS OF MINISTRY

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The membership of Love Lifted Me Missionary Baptist Church (“The Lift”) would like to invite you to attend our 24th Annual Celebration of Love honoring our Pastor, Rev. S. “Scuffie” Shigg and our Leading Lady, Sis. Alyce Shigg.

These services will be held each Sunday in September, beginning at 3:30 P.M. Also for those not able to attend a Sunday service, we are also having a service on Friday, September 23, beginning at 7:30 P.M. This year’s theme - “Our Pastor - Strong and Encouraged, Realizing God’s Work Has a Reward”

II Chronicles 15:7. Sunday, September 4, Minister Simeon Shigg was our speaker at 11 A.M. We were blessed to have with us that afternoon at 3:30 P.M. - Do Right Christian Church, Rev. Lonnie McNamee, Pastor; Emmanuel Bible Church, Dr. George Underwood, Pastor; and Jesus is the Answer Church, Dr. R. Stanley Haywood, Pastor and keynote speaker. Today, Sunday, September 11, Rev. DeWayne Landrum, Pastor of Love Lifted Me Ministries, Virginia will be our 11 A.M. speaker. Our guests for the 3:30 P.M. service are: Moments of Meditation Church, Rev. R. Beasley, Pastor; Christian Fellowship Church, Rev. Jock Lewis, Pastor, Greater New Vision Church, Rev. L. Pope, Pastor; and Shiloh Mission Church, Rev. Fantroy, Pastor and keynote speaker.

Sunday, September 18, Rev. Emmanuel Jenson, Associate Minister at the Greater Carver Missionary Baptist Church, Las Vegas will be our 11 A.M. speaker. Our guests for the 3:30 P.M. service are: Angelic Church, Rev. James Lockhart, Pastor; Blessed and Highly Favored Church, Bishop Green, Pastor; Church of the Living God #44, Bishop Hendricks, Pastor, and Dwayne Shigg Ministries. We would be honored for you to join us at any of these services. Remember, love is everywhere, and we are located at 6501 Crenshaw Boulevard, Los Angeles 90043.

The Office telephone number is (323)7785438.

Sis. Michelle Noble, Reporting, Rev. S. “Scuffie” Shigg, Pastor/Organizer.

DR. VERNON BAINES GUEST SPEAKER

Dr. Johnny V. Baylor, along with the Judson Church family, invites you to join us in celebration of our 58th Church Anniversary on Sunday, September 18, 2011 at 9:30 a.m. The renowned Dr. Vernon Baines, Pastor/Teacher, Live Oak Baptist Church, Galveston, Texas will be our guest speaker.

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Greater New Light Honors 3rd Anniversary of Dr. and Mrs Patrick D. Ross

Saint Rest Baptist Church Celebrates It’s 3W Pastoral Anniverary

DR. PATRICK D. & FIRST LADY EARLENE ROSS

The Greater New Light Missionary Baptist Church, 1154 E. 92nd Street in Los Angeles, will celebrate the third anniversary of the dedicated service of its Pastor and wife on Sunday, September 11, 2011. The Greater Los Angeles church community is enthusiastically invited to join us for this special day during our morning worship, at 11:00, and for the afternoon worship service at 3:30. The theme selected for this day of honor is “Our Pastor: Delighting in the Lord by Doing His Will”, Psalm 40:811. These services will be punctuated with the dynamic Word ministries of Dr. Marvis L. Davis, Sr., Senior Pastor, New Bethel Baptist Church of Venice, during the morning worship, and Rev. Terry L. Brown, Sr., Pastor, Liberty Baptist Church, during the afternoon service. Dr. Ross’ clear, anointed, powerful ministry of the Word of God has been a great blessing to the GNL church family. Under his leadership, the church family is growing both spiritually and numerically. Dr. Ross’ training, integrity, and well-developed managerial skills have also been recognized by the expanded church body, as he serves as a Vice-Moderator in the Los Angeles District Association, Correspondence Secretary for the Baptist Ministers’ Conference of Los Angeles, as well as the Chief Financial Officer for the Western Baptist State Convention of California. The women of GNL have embraced, with great enthusiasm, a monthly “Women’s Fellowship”, during which they are taught by First Lady, Earleen D. Ross, regarding issues that are especially important to women.

The entire church community is strongly encouraged to participate in this ‘day of love and honor’ for this wonderful man and woman of God. Ms. Ann P. Grant serves as Chairperson for this celebration.

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PASTOR TORREY N. COLLINS HONOREE

We, the members of Saint Rest Baptist Church cordially invite you to the 3rd Pastoral Appreciation Services for Pastor Torrey N. Collins. The services will be held on Sunday, September 11 and Sunday, September 18, 2011 at 3:30 p.m. We are extremely excited, and looking forward to this glorious occasion.

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theme for this occasion is: “A Servant with a Vision to Build.”

(Habakkuk 2:1-3) The following churches will join in our celebration: On Sunday, September 11th at 10:45 a.m., Pastor Victor Lewis, will bring the message. At 3:30 p.m., the keynote speaker will be Pastor Larry Reliford, of Mount Carmel Baptist Church; Pilgrim Baptist Church, Dr. Albert Nicholas; and New Revelation Baptist Church of Pasadena, Rev. William Turner, Pastor.

On Sunday, September 18th at 10:45 a.m., Pastor Johnny R Youngblood, will bring the message. At 3:30 p.m., the keynote speaker will be Pastor Michael Ealey, of Prevailing Christian Church; United Christian Baptist Church, Pastor Leroy Haley; and Weller Street Baptist Church, Pastor K.W. Tulloss. Come and join us for these services to celebrate and encourage Rev. Collins as his pastoral journey continues. The services will take place at Saint Rest Baptist Church, located at 709 W. Manchester Ave., Los Angeles, CA. Should you need further information, please call us at 323.752.6464 or 323.752.6179.

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True Friendship Celebrates 60th Church Anniversary

JAMES A. PERKINS HOST PASTOR

Plans are underway for the Grand 60th Church Anniversary at True Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, located at 7901 South Van Ness Avenue in Inglewood, California. This Grand Celebration will begin on Friday evening with our Special Guest: The Reverend George Thomas and the Holy Chapel Missionary Baptist Church.

Grand Conclusion of this Service will be held on Sunday October 23, 2011. The 8 A.M. Speaker will be The Rev. Gregory Richardson, an Associate Minister of True Friendship; the 11 A.M. Speaker will be the dynamic preacher of Victorville, California; the Rev. Marvin

Dean and closing out this Grand Fellowship will be the Rev. Donald Knighton, Sr, and the Providence Missionary Baptist Church of Los Angeles.

The Grand Celebration Banquet Chaired by Rev. Ryan Small and Sister Ann Lincoln will be held on October 8, 2011 at 6 P.M. at the Double Tree Hotel, Torrance, California. The Chairpersons of the Grand Church Anniversary, Rev. & Mrs. La Vaughn Phillips are rolling out the Red Carpet, which also include a Souvenir Journal: Adds are as following, inside & back cover is $200.00; Full page is $125; Half page is $75.00; Quarter page is $40.00; Business cards are $20.00; Sponsor/Patron are $10.00. If you have any questions regarding the ads, please call the church office at 323-7507304 and speak to any staff member, Janice Foxworth or Jo-Ann Knox. Dr. James A. Perkins, Pastor.

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The Music Ministry of Greater Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church proudly presents the Sanctuary Choir in their Annual Musical, Sunday, September 11th, 2011, 4 p.m. The theme for the musical is “How Great Thou Art”, Scripture reference are I Chronicles 29:1012, Psalm 104:1, Jude 1:25. The Sanctuary Choir formerly known as the Senior Choir was the first choir organized at Greater Ebenezer and consisted of six members. The choir now number more than eighty voices and is known for it’s wide repertoire of music and often is called upon to give concerts throughout the year. Most recently, the choir was featured at the historic St. Andrews Roman Catholic Church in Pasadena, Ca. during the 125th Church Anniversary.

Bro. Anthony C. Jones is the choir’s Director assisted

by Rev. Harold M. Pittman, organist and Bro. Donald Hunt, Pianist. We encourage you to invite your family, friends, co-workers and neighbors to this “Musical of the Year”. You will be truly blessed, your soul will be consecrated and your mind will be restored, revived and rejuvenated in the present of the Lord. Greater Ebenezer is located at 5300 South Denker Avenue, Los Angeles.

Bro. Anthony Hall, Choir President, Rev. Dr. Solomon Drake, Pastor. For additional information please call 323/759-4996. Bro. James McGhee, Reporting.

15th Year Celebration P & P Home For The Elderly

P & P Home for the Elderly will celebrate its 15 year celebration on Saturday, September 17, 2011 at 1030 West 85th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90044 at 11:00 a.m.

Our guest speaker for the celebration will be Councilman Bernard Parks of the Eight District. He has been extremely successful in delivering legislation that benefits his constituents in the Eight District. Councilman Parks believes in promoting a vibrant diverse and thriving business environment in south Los Angeles and working with the Elderly. We are looking for family and friends to attend this joyous celebration.

Pastor’s Aide Musical at Perfect Peace Bible Church

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Perfect Peace Bible Church Presents, a Pastor’s Aide Musical on September 25th, 2011 at 4:00 P.M. Our Theme is P.P.B.C. and Friends “Singing a new son unto the Lord, with Praise”. Psalms 96:1-2.

Our special guest for

the afternoon will be Pastor C.M. Holmes and the Ajalon Temple of Truth, along with several other invited guest.

All are welcome to join us for this occasion. Our church is located at 1115153 S. Broadway Street, Los Angeles, CA 90061.

For additional information please call (323) 755-1718.

Sister Diana Hodges, Pastor’s Aide, President; First Lady Sister Geraldine Ashley, Choir, President; Sister Carole Speaks, Chairperson, Reporting; Rev. C.L. Ashley, Pastor.

Traveler’s Rest B.C.

SANCTUARY CHOIR ANNUAL MUSICAL AT GREATER EBENEZER B.C.

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“Higher Education” Scholarship Musical

PASTOR JOE. L GATES HOST

Traveler’s Rest M.B.C. Higher Education Committee Presents: An Evening of Song Featuring: Ms. Rose M. Neal; Ms. Peggy Scott Adams; and Ms. Kimberly Davis - to be held on Sunday, September 11, 2011 at 3:30 pm. Each of these ladies is multi-talented and a Godgifted singer. Lady Rose Neal has dedicated her life to spreading the “good news of Jesus Christ through inspirational singing, and has traveled extensively throughout the U.S appearing with the “who who” of gospel music. She is also a dynamic speaker and workshop conductor.

Peggy Scott Adams is often

referred to as, “the little lady with the big voice and gained success as a solo artist by recording with several major record labels; in addition to becoming a successful business woman.

Kimberly Davis is a professional Educator and currently serves as Director of the Music Ministry at her local church, where she also ministers vocally.

We are thankful to God to have these ladies come and minister through Song, and cordially invite one and all to come and share with us. This service will benefit our Higher Education Scholarship fund which was established in 1991 and has continued throughout the years to provide educational assistance to our youth. Scholarships and Education Awards will be presented during the service to high school and college graduates, and encouragement awards will be presented to younger students entering middle and high school. Traveler’s Rest is located at 1417 East Florence Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90001.

Bro. Albert Tillman, Chairman of Higher Education, Sis. Alfreda Ruttlen, program coordinator; Dr. Joe L. Gates, Interim Pastor.

TRINITY NEWS!!!

Free Prostate Cancer Gospel Benefit Concert The Trinity Community Development Corporation (TCDC) has partnered with the G.R. E.E.N Foundation to present a benefit all-women gospel concert at Trinity Baptist Church on September 11, 2011, at 3:00. This concert is free with a freewill offering to raise funds to support the respective cancer programs of the two organizations. The concert is titled “Real Women Wear Blue:” to demonstrate the strong female support for early detection of prostate cancer and prostate cancer awareness among men especially African-American men, who experience a disportionate share of prostate cancer occurrence and deaths. The concert will feature gospel recording

artist Cynthia Stewart, and some of California’s most notable female gospel singers: Kesiha Ealy, Markita Knight, Voice of Praises (Mt. Tabor Baptist Women’s Choir), Trinity Baptist Church Praise Ensemble, and the G.R.E.E.N Foundation All Girls Band. It promises to be an exciting concert. TCDC sponsors a Free Prostate Cancer Screening and Education event annually in November of each year and conducts prostate awareness events throughout the year. The G.R. E.E.N Foundation addresses economic and health-related issues as they pertain to AfricanAmericans in the community, and is currently the only organization in Orange County to offer these types of services to the local African-American community on a consistent basis and brings

attention to the importance of early detection with programs including a mobile screening unit, distribution of materials to bring more awareness to underserved communities, presentations on prostate health, and patient navigation to assist men in healthcare, especially if they have been diagnosed with prostate cancer. The funds raise by the concert will support the programs of both of these organizations.

I have attached a flyer for the event and urge you to attend and support this vital cause. I also ask that you spread the word to your friends and family, church members, organization members, and neighbors.

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ONE FAITH FELLOWSHIP’S NUGGETS FOR THE SOUL Daily Celebrate !!

There are certain days that have been set aside for national recognition of special occasions: These include Christmas, Easter, Thanksgiving, New Years, Independence Day, etc. Among the reasons we have done so is to remind us to stop, recognize, and to celebrate their various meanings. Therefore, we look forward to “the day” or season of celebration so that we can “spend time with family and friends, give and receive gifts, enjoy good food, rest, celebrate the special occasion, etc”. However, as Believers in Christ we have the privilege through our “Abundant Life Benefit” to celebrate these special days each day! We can “Daily Celebrate” the blessed assurance of having God here on earth with us which the message of Christ’s birth communicates during our celebration of Christmas! We can “Daily

Celebrate” Christ’s resurrection as we do during Easter and be reminded that we can also be resurrected from any dead situations in our lives! Certainly daily, we should be thankful for every single second God sits on His Great throne; for then we have the blessed assurance that He is watching over our lives! Daily celebrating New Years reminds us that each day provides new opportunities to “Be a Blessing” and to “Be Blessed”! Excitement for our spiritual freedom and independence from the power of Satan should be proclaimed daily as we celebrate with fireworks in July! The over-whelming presence of God in our lives, His love for and faithfulness to us enables us to experience joy, laughter, fellowship, freedom and a spirit of thanksgiving from bondage and no matter what is going on in our lives! However, to

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do so, we must embrace the Word of the Lord in our hearts, believe and submit to it, recognize the opportunities of celebration and thanksgiving even in the midst of the stormy and difficult times of our lives! In all likelihood, many of us will admit that our lives have fallen short of the hope and expectations planned as we entered into adulthood. We believed the white picket fence and “living happily ever after”

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were automatic experiences of life. However, we have since learned after having experienced trials and tribulations, heartaches and disappointments in life that was not the case! Nevertheless, as Children of God, we have found with His help and following the Word of God that it is possible to still have reasons to “Daily Celebrate” life! Our encouragement to celebrate depends on where our attention is focused! To exercise the ability to “Daily Celebrate”, we must keep our hearts set on the “Promises, love and faithfulness of God our Great God”, and not “just” focus on the “Challenges of Life”! In order to have a sane mind in the midst of this “chaotic” and sinful world, we must definitely keep looking to Jesus and He will definitely show US the way! Subsequently, that will keep us from asking as stated in Psalm 13:2 NLT- How long must I struggle with anguish

in my soul, with sorrow in my heart every day? How long will my enemy have the upper hand?

Also by so doing, we will with confidence and boldness be able to address the concern of Psalms 42:10 NLT- [As] with a sword in my bones, mine enemies reproach me; while they say daily unto me, Where [is] thy God? Our enemies will have their questions answered from witnessing the joy and assurance in our lives as we “Daily Celebrate” God in our lives!

BLESSINGS AND LOVE~ Join us for our upcoming event; 1st Sat Fellowship, October 01, 2011, 1:00 pm, U S Bank Community Bldg., Crenshaw and Slauson, Los Angeles. For additional information contact: Dr. Tonya Lewis, onefaith2007@aol.com, One Faith Fellowship, P. O. Box 56641, Los Angeles, CA 90056, www.onefaithfellowship.org, (323) 481-6724, and http://www. facebook.com/Dr.TonyaLewis

by being the mouthpiece of God: Sunday, September 11th at 5:00p.m. - Pastor Terry Brooks of the Bayview Baptist Church in San Diego. Monday, September 12th at 7:00p.m. Pastor Darnell Dyson and the Greater Faith Baptist Church in Los Angeles.

Tuesday, September 13th at 7:00p.m. Bishop Johnny Withers and the Unity Christian Fellowship in Compton.

We welcome the Greater Los Angeles area to join us! Greater Zion Church Family is located at 2408 North Wilmington Avenue in the rebirthed city of Compton. For more information regarding our church gathering, our school supply give-away, our Backto-School Revival or any other GZ services and events, please contact our church office: (310) 639-5535 GreaterZionCF@ gmail.com www.

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Reverend Dr. Michael J. Fisher, Pastor.

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Strategic Leadership Corner GIVING HONOR TO WHOM HONOR IS DUE

DR. JOYCE HARRELL

I remember as I was growing up, my mother taught us to always give respect to those that were older, had authority over us, or those that held a special position. My mother would say you better put a handle on that name, in other words, being a child, I could not call a grown person by their first name, if it wasn’t uncle or auntie, it had to be Mr. or Mrs. To call someone by their first name was to imply that you were on the same level as they were. So a child was

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certainly out of order by calling an adult by their first name. It seems to me that in 2011 we have gotten extremely lax in our recognition of those that have authority over us or have a special position in our lives. Too many times we call our pastors by their first name, could it be we do that because we don’t recognize him for who he is? Is it because we don’t realize that he is a gift from God, someone called out of the called out. Seemingly, in 2011 we have gotten too common with our pastors. We are not on the same level as our pastors, someone might say, I’m a man just like he is, but that does not place you on the same level.

Pastors are watchmen, they are assigned to watch over our souls, what an incredible responsibility.

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We need to get back to the old time way, giving honor where honor is due. Maybe your pastor is younger than you, but you should still recognize him for the position that God has given him, your soul watcher!

Dr. Joyce is a layperson under the leadership of Dr. Ticey Brown at the Mt. Tabor Missionary Baptist Church; where she serves as the Strategic Leadership Director. Dr. Joyce’s mission is to develop servant-leaders and enhance ministries within the Church; Dr. Joyce is available for one-on-one consultations, small group training sessions and workshops. Dr. Joyce’s contact info is, joyce-harrell@ sbcglobal.net or (714) 878-4854.

MUST HAVE a RESERVATION After driving three hundred miles Good reason thought it best To aim the car towards a motel Where I could give my body a rest I could barely hold up my head Eyelids were heavy as could be But every motel sign I saw The lights blinked, “No Vacancy” I drove another one hundred miles Until I finally saw a holy place This was a church on the side of the road Where I could rest and consider my case

The clergyman invited me in And gave me food and drink Then he showed me to a cot Where I could catch a wink The important of reservations occurred to me Whether you’re alive or dead You can’t even get into heaven or hell Unless your behavior made reservations ahead

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TEACHING VALUES Bible Background • PROVERBS 10:1-15:33 Printed Text • PROVERBS 15:21-33 Devotional Reading • PROVERBS 1:1-7

AIM for Change

By the end of the lesson, we will: DISCUSS the advice given in the lesson that promotes godly wisdom; REFLECT on experiences of following both good and bad advice; and DECIDE to follow the advice offered in the proverb.

Keep In Mind:

“He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul: but he that heareth reproof getteth understanding” (Proverbs 15:32).

Focal verses:

Proverbs 15:21 Folly is joy to him that is destitute of wisdom: but a man of understanding walketh uprightly.

22 Without counsel purposes are disappointed: but in the multitude of counsellors they are established.

23 A man hath joy by the answer of his mouth: and KJV

IN FOCUS Keisha was trying to keep her cool, but her toddler-niece, Jasmine, was getting into everything and her sister Tasha wasn’t doing anything about it.

Keisha refused to intervene because Tasha didn’t like for anyone to tell her how to raise her child. But when Jasmine almost fell, Keisha couldn’t resist.

“Tasha, do you see Jasmine? She’s climbing all over the coffee table.” “Get down, Jasmine.”

Keisha rolled her eyes at her sister. She could’ve told the baby not to do that, she thought. Keisha got up and peeled Jasmine away from the table. “If you do that again, I’m going to pop your behind,” she scolded.

“You ain’t gonna hit my baby.”

“That’s what’s wrong with her now. Our parents whupped us and we turned out decently,” Keisha assessed.

“Whupped? We got beat, and I’m not treating my child like an animal.”

“But she’s acting like one.”

Tasha took Jasmine from Keisha. “Well, how about me and my animal go home then.”

“That’s not what I meant. I’m just trying to give you some advice. If you don’t discipline her now, you’ll be sorry later.”

Without advice and support, the path of life is downward. In today’s lesson, the advantages of good advice are outlined.

THE PEOPLE, PLACES AND TIMES Hell. In the Old Testament, the Hebrew word for hell is sheol, and it is defined as a grave, pit, an underworld, and an abode of the dead. Hell is characterized as a place of no return, a place of punishment for the wicked. In the New Testament, the word for hell is translated Hades and Gehenna. While Hades still means grave and underworld, Gehenna (translated as “lake of fire”) is known as a place of future punishment and torment.

Multitude of Counselors. Separately, the translated words for “multitude” and “counselors” mean a great number of people who advise and consult.

BACKGROUND As pointed out in lesson one, the beginning of the book of Proverbs is a preface, an introduction to the actual proverbs. The proverbs—short but weighty sentences— begin in chapter 10. Most of them are distichs, two-sentence couplets in each verse that illustrate each other. Each proverb sets before us the advantages and disadvantages, the blessings and curses, and the difference between the wise and foolish.

The verses in our lesson text outline the blessings of good advice. The author points out that plans created by one person tend to be less effective than they could be. Wise planning encourages participation and counsel from a variety of people.

IN DEPTH 1. Right Actions (Proverbs 15:21-22, 24-25, 27) Solomon offered that it is easier to know what to do when one seeks the advice of others. He encouraged his children to shy away from making decisions alone and to avoid hasty decision-making. Obtaining counsel from others promotes sound judgment, support, and success.

Because fools isolate themselves when they make decisions, their overconfidence will lead them to failure, and they may stumble when they come upon defeating circumstances that they could have foreseen and prepared for, if they had used wisdom.

The language of 15:24 possibly anticipates what later Scripture will clearly teach about the ultimate destination of the wise and righteous way of life. The writer means primarily that leading such a life preserves the wise and good from a disastrous death (14:32). The path may be steep, hard, and painful, but the good man’s path leads heavenward (Philippians 3:20). The believer’s affections are set “on things above” (Colossians 3:2).

According to verse 27, bribery, direct and indirect, is the bane of public men and the curse of a country.

Those who make the most of their position for their own pockets, who make laws and administer them for their own selfish ends, ought to remember these words— they are laying up trouble for their own families.

2. Right Speaking (vv. 23, 26, 28) While speaking well is a strength, speaking right is vital. An articulate person speaks well—he knows how to express himself, pronounces his words precisely, and is verbally captivating—but a wise person speaks right. According to Proverbs 15:23, 26, and 28, right speaking includes knowing when to speak, speaking with pure motives and good intentions, and speaking profitably, truly, and pertinently.

A fool speaks wrongly. His words are illtimed, and he says whatever comes to his mind. He speaks with evil intent, and he dishonors the hearers of his words.

Thus, it is the right word spoken at the right time.

It may not be the word that is sought and asked for. It may even be an unwelcome word, a startling word, a word of rebuke. Whether by way of advice and counsel, or of exhortation and instruction, or of comfort, the Lord provides such words to His people.

As someone once said, “Wisdom is not just speaking your mind but your speech.” It is of great importance not only to consider the matter, but also the manner

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a word spoken in due season, how good is it!

24 The way of life is above to the wise, that he may depart from hell beneath.

25 The LORD will destroy the house of the proud: but he will establish the border of the widow.

26 The thoughts of the wicked are an abomination to the LORD: but the words of the pure are pleasant words.

27 He that is greedy of gain troubleth his own house; but he that hateth gifts shall live.

28 The heart of the righteous studieth to answer: but the mouth of the wicked poureth out evil things.

29 The LORD is far from the wicked: but he heareth the prayer of the righteous.

30 The light of the eyes rejoiceth the heart: and a good report maketh the bones fat.

31 The ear that heareth the reproof of life abideth among the wise.

32 He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul: but he that heareth reproof getteth understanding.

33 The fear of the LORD is the instruction of wisdom; and before honour is humility.

of our utterances.

3. Right Thinking (vv. 31-33) The hinge on which right speaking and right actions swing is right thinking. Solomon teaches the necessity of developing and maintaining a mind that is God-centered.

Such a mind is the wellspring of life. A person who thinks right can accept rebuke. Because he has an open mind, he is teachable and is able to gain understanding. He is directed in good ways.

A foolish person on the other hand is easily offended, despises correction, and is stiff-necked. He thinks he is smarter than others and believes he is above reproach. Yet he fears trouble, his mind rehearses his failures and mistakes, and he is often anxious.

MORE LIGHT ON TEXT Proverbs 15:21-33 21 Folly is joy to him that is destitute of wisdom: but a man of understanding walketh uprightly.

Merriam-Webster defines folly as “lack of good sense,” which leads to terrible results and, in some cases, tragic outcomes.

Therefore, the focus of this week’s lesson contains serious urgency. The fool delights in folly and does not seem to comprehend the outcome of an immoral deed. He or she follows any whim and finds delight in impulsive behavior because he or she “is destitute of wisdom” (Hebrew chacer leb, khaw- SARE labe) to see the foolishness in it. To find joy and satisfaction in folly is definitely a sign of stupidity since folly can bring disaster. The senselessness of the fool, paradoxically, gives him joy. In contrast, the wise person has insight, appreciates the potential for danger, and, therefore, walks “uprightly” (Hebrew yashar, yaw-SHAR), that is, in a “straight course.” The verse underscores the importance of good judgment (in Hebrew tebuw'ah, teb-oo-AW) and suggests that a valuable lifestyle must be maintained by wise decisions.

22 Without counsel purposes are disappointed: but in the multitude of counsellors they are established.

A successful plan requires using good advice; this general observation has value on the personal and national level.

Imprudent action brings disaster; prudent action gives security. In contrast to 11:14, where the national interest is at the forefront, consultation here is advised for more personal matters. Failure to seek advice is associated with pride in 13:10. Here, and in 11:14, seeking advice from many counselors can avert disaster. If a person determines the nature of a matter, and goes about its resolution hastily and precipitously, without mature deliberation, without consulting and taking the advice of others in forming a strategy to bring about desired results, it generally comes to nothing.

23 A man hath joy by the answer of his mouth: and a word spoken in due season, how good is it!

As this verse points out when it comes to advice, content and timing have synonymous importance. The well thoughtout and appropriate instruction requires knowledge and wisdom.

Obviously good advice and good timing do not always coincide. One of the ideals of the sage was to have the right word at the right time, as this verse indicates. “A word spoken in due season” is advice given at the right moment and in the most suitable manner, when the occasion and the interests at stake demand it (comp. Proverbs 25:11).

24 The way of life is above to the wise, that he may depart from hell beneath.

The meaning in the NLT of “upward” in Hebrew (ma`al, MAH-al) is not entirely clear. As such, the verse generally is taken to mean that “upward” refers to this physical life and contrasts with “departing from hell beneath,” or literally going down to “hell” (Heb. sheol, sheh-OLE) or “the grave” (NLT), because the idea of immortality is not clearly revealed in Proverbs. Such an upward life tends to material and spiritual health. Primarily, a long and happy life is promised to those who fear the Lord, as stated in Proverbs 3:16; additionally, the promise includes avoidance of the downward course, which ends in hell. The point here would be that the righteous expect to live long and healthy lives (2:20-22; 3:18; 5:6).

25 The LORD will destroy the house of the proud: but he will establish the border of the widow.

The Lord administers His justice through righteousness. He brings down the proud but protects the needy. The proud, self-confident man shall be uprooted along with his family, his household, and his wealth. The second part of verse 25 refers to the particular vulnerability of the widow in Israelite society, since she had none but herself to mount a defense against encroachments and oppression (Isaiah 1:23; Jeremiah 7:6). The widow often typifies weakness and desolation in the Scriptures (see Deuteronomy 10:18; Psalm 146:9). God will take the widow under His protection and see to it that her property is secured. In a country where property was defined by landmarks—stones or similar objects—nothing was easier than to remove these altogether, or alter their position. Scripture amply confirms that the Lord champions the cause of the widow, the orphan, the poor, and the needy.

26 The thoughts of the wicked are an abomination to the LORD: but the words of the pure are pleasant words.

The Ten Commandments, by forbidding coveting, showed that God’s Law touched the thought of the heart as well as the outward action. The idea here refers to wicked plans or designs, rather than the secret movements of the mind. The phrase “but the words of the pure are pleasant words” means literally that words of a soothing, comforting tone are not an abomination to the Lord, as are the devices of the wicked; they are pure in a ceremonial sense, as a pure and acceptable offering. The Lord is pleased with plans that

have righteous intentions. “Pleasant words” are not sweet nothings; they are the opposite of the “evil plans” of verse 26 (NLT), and thus express the virtuous designs of the just.

These affect not only others, but also oneself, as they act in a healing manner, according to 16:24. On the one hand, the intentions or “thoughts of the wicked” (Heb. machshabah ra`, makh-ash-aw-BAW rah) are thoughts that will harm other people; these are an abomination to the Lord.

27 He that is greedy of gain troubleth his own house; but he that hateth gifts shall live.

Those who are secure in their circumstances will not succumb to the evil devices of avarice. The “greedy” (Heb. boseà` batsà, boSEE-ah baw-TSAH) is the one who wants a big cut, who is in a hurry to get rich, and who is not particular how it happens. The word “troubleth” (Heb. àkar, aw-KAR) reminds one of the story of Achan, who, in his greed, appropriated some of the spoil of the banned city Jericho and brought destruction upon himself and his family, when, in punishment of the crime, he and all his family were stoned in the Valley of Achor (Joshua 7:25). So, too, the covetousness of Gehazi caused the infliction of leprosy upon himself and his children (2 Kings 5:27). In Proverbs 15:27, “gifts” (Heb. mattan, mat-TAWN) could be innocent enough, but they may alter one’s values. Hating bribes is the safest path to follow.

28 The heart of the righteous studieth to answer: but the mouth of the wicked poureth out evil things.

Speech is the one thing that many think they have a right to squander.

There is probably no more common recklessness than that of the tongue.

Yet experience teaches us to be economical with the expense of the tongue. In this verse, we find a contrast between a deliberate speech and a deluge of thoughtless words.

The New International Version says that the heart or mind of the righteous “weighs” or “studieth” (Heb. hagah, daw- GAW), or “considers,” “muses,” “meditates,” how to answer. The thoughtful discourse of the just is the opposite of the rash, actually “evil” speech of the “wicked” (Heb. rà, rah).

Those who are wise are cautious in how they answer, as opposed to the wicked, who blurt out vicious things.

The advice is to say fewer but better things.

29 The LORD is far from the wicked: but he heareth the prayer of the righteous.

The author stresses the importance of approaching God with the right attitudes and conduct. Wickedness puts distance between God and the sinner (Exodus 33:3; Isaiah 59:2).

Those who turn their ears away from hearing God’s words are inattentive to God’s commands, thus making their prayers abominable to God (Psalm 10:1; Proverbs 15:8; 28:9).

The distance of God from humans is a symbol of His not hearing their prayers (e.g., Psalm 10:1).

The wicked keep a distance from Him; so He is “far” (Heb. rachaq, raw-KHAK) from them--an idea that signifies He is inaccessible or deaf to their appeals. Of course, a prayer of repentance by the wicked is the exception, for by it they would become the righteous.

30 The light of the eyes rejoiceth the heart: and a good report maketh the bones fat.

Good news is uplifting to hear.

The Hebrew ma'owr`ayim (maw-ORE AH-yim) which means literally “light of the eyes,” and in NIV “cheerful look,” may indicate the gleam in the eyes of someone who tells good news, as the parallel second clause suggests. The idea of “health to the bones” (NIV) comes from a Hebrew expression found in the KJV “maketh the bones fat,” and it is a symbol of health and prosperity.

(See also Proverbs 17:22; 25:25.)

31 The ear that heareth the reproof of life abideth among the wise.

A teachable person is willing to become wise. Verse 31 shows how someone who listens to “constructive criticism” (NLT) will feel comfortable among wise people. The development of wisdom requires a willingness to hear and integrate perspectives that may run counter to previously held convictions. This is the implication of the word “reproof,” which could mean “censure” but also includes the idea of arguing as well as showing and maintaining the right. This is also in opposition to the “scorner” of verse 12 and to anyone who will not listen to reproof. A listener who hears a rebuke receives it gratefully and obeys it. “Advice is for them that will take it,” says one of the old proverbs, and the meaning here is nearly the same. To abide “among the wise” implies that either a person who listens to reproof will thereby be made wise and be esteemed as

one of that number; or rather, he or she seeks out and delights in the company and conversation of the wise, by whom he or she may be admonished. On the contrary, fools who hate reproof, avoid and abhor the society of wise men and reprovers.

32 He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul: but he that heareth reproof getteth understanding.

Verse 32 emphasizes the reward o f t e a c h a b i l i ty ( c o m p a r e w i t h 10:12). The teacher returns to the connection between discipline and understanding, and the neglect of discipline and death. If embracing instruction leads to the preservation of life, he that “refuseth” (Heb. parà, paw-RAH) neglects or willfully rejects and despises it—throws it all in the way of danger. This willful rejection of wise counsel is tantamount to considering one’s “own soul” as vile and worthless, as the word “despise” (Heb. mâ'ac, maw-AS) signifies. According to the Septuagint (the Greek version of the Old Testament commonly designated

by LXX), such a person commits moral suicide because he does not follow the path of life. He is like a sick man who “thrusts away” (Gk. apotheitai, ap-o-THEH-om-ahee) the wholesome medicine that offers his only hope of cure. In contrast, the person who hears reproof acquires understanding. Discipline is often at odds with youthful inclinations, but accepting discipline is both necessary and important to spiritual development. Being a good disciple demands being a good listener, which in turn implies a willingness to receive rebuke.

33 The fear of the LORD is the instruction of wisdom; and before honour is humility.

The verse takes up the theme of “fear of the LORD” from Proverbs 1:7 and 9:10. Humble submission in faith to the Lord is not only the beginning of wisdom but also its continuance.

As an old sage once wrote, “No wisdom, no fear of God; no fear of God, no wisdom. No knowledge, no discernment; no discernment, no knowledge.” The last part of Proverbs 15:33, “before honour is humility,” has its contrast in 18:12, where pride leads to destruction. Here humility

brings honor. It is the overestimation of self that makes us contemptuous in any sense toward others. A person who fears God must be humble, and as the fear of God leads to wisdom, it may be said that humility leads to the honor and glory of being wise and reckoned thusly among the wise (v.

31). A man with a lowly opinion of himself will hearken to the teaching of the wise, will scrupulously obey the Law of God, and will be blessed for doing so. “God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble” (Proverbs 3:34; see also James 4:6). To look down as from a superior height on others is the most mischievous hindrance to progress.

God shall honor those who have the humility to accept Him and His guidance.

Daily Bible Readings MONDAY A Wise Child (Proverbs 10:1-5) TUESDAY Wise Words (Proverbs 10:18-22) WEDNESDAY Wisdom and Wealth (Proverbs 10:23-28) THURSDAY The Wicked and the Foolish (Proverbs 12:12-16) FRIDAY A Righteous Life (Proverbs 14:27-34) SATURDAY The Better Way (Proverbs 15:15-19) SUNDAY Instruction in Wisdom (Proverbs 15:21-33)

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“Miracle Diet 101: I went to bed fat & woke up skinny. The weight of the world was on my shoulders @ bedtime. After I cast my burdens on the Lord, I woke up so much lighter.”

The Spirit of the Lord rested upon me this past week with the above words. I was grateful once again to be the recipient of His direction. So often times society tells us that we are never good enough (physically) – focusing in on the outer shell and so obviously ignoring what’s broken from within. Billions of dollars are spent each year globally by a human race that merely tries to fit in according to what the world requires. Slogans like, “One can never be too rich or too thin”, “The fairer/ lighter, the better”, etc. keeps humanity in bondage and feeling inadequate. What’s truly amazing is that those within the Body of Christ tend to measure themselves according to the “world” as well. We diet for all the wrong reasons (for vanity and not health), we spend excessively (for acceptance and not necessity)… We even spend countless hours blogging, texting and posting in social media circles hoping to be accepted by people we’ve never met and perhaps never will. Remarkably, this is the kind of pill that is so easily swallowed and never provides spiritual, psychological, emotional or physical freedom. Still heavy laden, tremendously burdened and alone…there is still no rest for the weary. May I suggest the following: God did create us in His image; beautifully and wonderfully made. There’s no need to repair the outer package when the inner soul is broken and despondent. A “patchwork project” or quick fix always returns negative results. There’s no miracle in dieting using pills, syringes, shakes and prepackaged foods. However, there is refuge in our relationship with the Almighty Creator. God promises that if we come to Him “all those who are heavy laden, I will give you rest”. Happy Dieting. Peace, Love & Blessings… Your comments are welcome at: theprocesschristiancounseling@gmail.com

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Sunday, September 11, 2011 “The Old Ship of Zion” will be presented by the Sanctuary Choir of Messiah Baptist Church, 4500 West Adams Blvd., Los Angeles, CA at 4:00 p.m. This is one Spiritual presentation you will not want to miss. Come early to get a good seat. Dr. Maureen Malone, Reporting; Sis. Margarette Crockett, President; Rev. Perry J. Jones, Senior Pastor.

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Monday, September 26th marks the beginning of the fall quarter of Evangelism at Bethel M. B. C., classes begin at 7:29 p.m. each Monday night. These classes are designed to equip the follower of Christ to carry out the mandate, which is found in Matthew 28:1820 that says, “And Jesus came and spake unto them saying, all power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen.” Fall registration will continue through October 3rd . All classes are facilitated by a well-equipped and spirit-filled

BEGINS FALL QUARTER staff. First time classes include Evangelism 101, Introduction to Principles of Evangelism, facilitated by Pastor Reginald Pope and Minister Mike Jones; Prayer Class with Mothers Davis and Goins, along with Brother Columbus Wallace; Youth Classes with Sisters Doris Turner, Sheila McKinney, Hattie Marshall, and Joyce Howard; Teen Class with Sister Bertha Sweet. Learning about God’s Word is a Family Affair. Classes are available to all ages. Other Facilitators are as follow: E-102, Scripture Comprehension for Witnessing, Sisters Juanita Pope and Opal Hall; E-103, Scripture Memorization and Role Play, Sisters Dixie Brown, Cassandra Jones, and Tara Aldridge; E-104, Conversational Witnessing as You Go, Sisters Irma Bowman and Frances Harris; E-105, Responding to Cults and False Doctrines, Sister Brenda Hawkins; E-106A, How to be a People Helper, Sisters Brenda Wood and Helen Moore; E-106B, Personal State for Witnessing, Deacons Eddie Sweet and Minister McKinley Moore; E-106C, God’s Power for Helping Hurting People, Ministers Alvin Stafford and Quentin McKinney. Wednesdays, starting October 5th at 6:30 pm., Bible Book-by-Book facilitated

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Missionaries for Christ is a Christian organization dedicated to serving the Homeless and the Economically Disadvantaged. The ministry, founded by Sis. Carrie M. Mc Cray in September 1981, began by serving food to the Skid Row residents. One month later, a Convalescent Home Ministry was started. Since it’s inception, the ministry has evolved to include annual events, such as: The Backyard BBQ, Beach Fellowship, Thanksgiving Basket Give-Away and the Blanket-Sock Giveaway. At one time, there was a Jail Ministry. Our ministry theme scripture is: Matthew 25:35-40. We have prepared a Spirit-filled Celebration for Saturday, September 17th at 12 noon. The Celebration will be held at the St. John Missionary Baptist Church, 936 West 49th Street. Los Angeles, California 90037, Rev. James A. Brooks, Pastor.

Please come out and celebrate with us, on this momentous occasion! Respectfully Submitted, MISSIONARIES FOR CHRISTSis. Earlean Brooks, President, Sis. Virginia Stephens, Reporting

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people, which is us the church, Praises of Zion. He over-sees, leads, guides, protects, teaches, trains, counsels, he preaches to, he prays with and for us, and he feeds God’s flock with spiritual food, which is the Word of God. There is no doubt in our minds that our Pastor is a leader/pastor according to God’s heart: a man chosen and called by God; anointed and appointed by God; sent by God to lead and rule well; a man who studies the Word of God so that he may represent Christ in his preaching, teaching, and daily living…but most of all Pastor Hardwick is a man who loves God, and who loves God’s people. He is a husband to one wife…Mrs. Thelma Hardwick, our beautiful and radiant First Lady, who has been by his side every step of the way, praying with him,, encouraging him,

and lending a helping hand when needed. It is also very important for Pastor Hardwick to remember who called him, and the importance of his service must forever be in the fore-front of his mind. Being a Pastor is an honor and a privilege and those who are chosen to take up this position in the church must be a special breed. The Pastor is the head of a spiritual hospital, where the sick come for healing and the hungry come to be fed.

The eternal lives of human beings lay in the balances. The Pastor is responsible and accountable to God for what he has been given charge over (1Corinthians .

John 15:16 “ye have not chosen me, but I have chosen you, and ordained you, that you should go and bring forth fruit.” (1 Corinthians 12:28-29, Ephesians 4:11). Pastor Hardwick’s sole

purpose is to take care of his flock. He is in the pulpit, and he also gets out in his community, to feed the poor, knock on the doors, and travel the various highways and byways, to those who are not attending church. He tries to be as visible and accessible, as is humanly possible for those who have need of him. Therefore, we the members truly thank God, for in Ephesians 4:11-13 He says. “And he gave some apostles, and some prophets, and some evangelists, and some pastors…”, but we know that He gave Pastor Hardwick and Mrs. Hardwick to Praises of Zion.

Hallelujah, and thank God. To God be the glory! Dr. J. Benjamin Hardwick, Senior Pastor; Sister Faye Williams, Appreciation Services Chair-Person; and Sister Clarice Holmes, Reporter.

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could be utilized by ministers and laypersons alike in a manner that would enable anyone to be able to share the Gospel with the saved and unsaved alike. From their combined collaboration and effort, The “Methods of Expository Preaching and Teaching” was born.

The WHW Ministries Conference offers some of the most dynamic and learned Christian Scholars of our time. Among the Biblical Scholars scheduled to present the Word this year are the following: Dr. A. Louis Patterson of Houston, Texas; Dr. Frank Ray of Memphis, Tennessee; Dr. H. Wayne House; and Dr. Bill Mounce, courtesy of Faith Seminary, Tacoma Washington.

In addition to a wide variety of classes and seminars, Conference participants will also have the opportunity to participate in Class Seminars that will assist them in developing their evangelical and teaching skills. New to the Conference this year will be

seminars geared to creating and maintaining ministries geared toward community outreach, and strategies in maintaining ministries in adverse economic climates. Other highlights of the Conference include the “Lunch & Learn” series, which will be held on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons. Each session will be led by a panel of distinguished clergy, and will cover a wide range of topics.

Some of the highlights are as follows: Golf fellowship at 8:30AM Tee Off at ROBINSON RANCH GOLF CLUB, Santa Clarita CA at the cost of $99.00.

On Monday evening October 3, 2011, WHW Ministries will host its first annual WHW Conference Mixer at 5:15 PM. A wide variety of entertainment and sports greats are slated to attend. Also Monday night at 8:00 PM we will host a Late Night Service at 8:00 PM with many special guest

scheduled. On Tuesday evening, October 4, 2011, The Conference will host a banquet honoring Dr. Johnny Ray Youngblood of Brooklyn, New York on Tuesday, October 4, 2011. Dr. Youngblood is the Pastor Emeritus of the St. Paul Community Baptist Church in Brooklyn, New York.

Dr. Youngblood is a dynamic and renowned Pastor, Teacher and Author, who has developed a thriving church ministry, Christian elementary and high schools, and a powerful community outreach programs in the Brooklyn area. Tickets for the Banquet are $55.00. On Wednesday October 5, 2011 at 7:00 PM, Dr. George Waddles of Chicago Illinois will be the key note speaker. On Thursday October 6, 2011 WHW Ministries will host “Presidents Night”, featuring WHW Ministries’ President, Dr. R.A. Williams as the speaker for the evening.

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Bible Fellowship B.C. 21st Homecoming Service Celebration The Pastor Rev. DeShay Ward Sr. and the Bible Fellowship Baptist Church family thank God for being to prepare for another Praise service which is Sunday Sept. 25 th, 2011at 3:00pm. In doing so, we thank God for Sis. Laverne Stallworth who was installed as Mother’s Board President January 2011. She served diligently until June 11, 2011 when the Lord called her home, she is missed very much. Sis Bernice Wooden accepted to serve as President when asked by the Pastor; Sis. Sallie Rush Morris remains as Vice President Rev. Lonnie Hogan from Pennewell MBC will be the speaker for this occasion; His Pastor is Bishop G.L. Bowers.

The theme is seek: Colossians 3;1-4. We truly trust all who can and will come celebrate this Homecoming Praise Service. Bible Fellowship is located at 6915 S. Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90003.

Rev. DeShay Ward Sr. Pastor. Reporting, Sis Bernice Wooden.

Redeemer Baptist Church Celebrates Double Blessings in September Giving all praises and honor to God in his perfection, we greet you in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

If the Lord says the same, we will celebrate two special events during the month of September 2011.

Our First Blessing: We are excited about our ANNUAL USHERS AND NURSES DAY, SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 3:30 PM. The chosen theme is “Gladly Serving God’s People from the Heart.” Ephesians 6:6-8. We have extended an invitation to the following churches: Divine Favor Missionary Baptist Church, Pastor George Cowart, Speaker, Greater Faith Baptist Church, Pastor R. Darnell Dyson; Tree of Life Baptist Church, Dr. William David Lowe, Jr. We are delighted that their church family, Ushers, Nurses, and friends will travel with them for our worship service. All of God’s people, please join us to support our “Door Keepers,” the distinctive and

special Christian men, women, and children who are dedicated to the service of God, continually greeting us with friendly and encouraging smiles each Sunday as we enter into the house of the Lord. Thank you for your service.

Our SECOND BLESSING is received by honoring Pastor DeFrance, our leader and undershepherd. If the Lord allows us to see FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2011, 7:30 PM (actual 57th birthday is September 27th) we shall give thanks unto the Lord for our pastor living to see another year. When words are not enough, the Redeemer family wants to demonstrate our gratitude by having a BIRTHDAY SALUTE for our Pastor. We are grateful to God for Pastor DeFrance!

Celebrating his birthday in a special worship service is a small token of appreciation for what he means to us. We cordially invite you to come together with us to celebrate another birth year. We will be singing praises to God, dancing in the aisles in a spiritfilled service.

The “set your

soul on fire’ guest artists include: Pastor Rodney J. Howard-Israel Baptist Church - Worship Leader; Lady Rose Neal - Liberty Tabernacle Ministries; Sister Barbara Calhoun - Tree of Life Baptist Church; Sister Vicki Cotton - Great Mount Zion; Pastor Robert L. Taylor - Beulah Baptist Church; Pastor Prentiss Lewis - Greater Starlight.

The Redeemer church family would like to say to our Pastor, Happy Birthday to You! May the joy and love you give to others be blessings that return to you!

Both worship services will be held at Redeemer Baptist Church, 2003 W. Jefferson Blvd., Los Angeles, Ca 90018, Pastor Robert L. DeFrance, Jr., Ph.D is our Senior Pastor.

You may contact us at (323) 735-9274; email redbc2003@ aol.com. Pastor Care Provider Ministry; Mother Payne Powers, President; Sister Erma Dean Thurman, Coordinator; Sister Ann Ratliff Reporting.

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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.

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SR. BISHOP HENRY J. COX BISHOP ANTHONY BENJAMIN SR. Founder Sunday School .................................................................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ................................................................11:00 A.M. Prayer Service (Tu................................................................ 6:00 P.M. Bible Study (Tues.) ...............................................................7:00 P.M. Praise Dance (Wed.) ........................................................... 7:00 P.M. Choir Rehearsal (Sat.) ......................................................... 1:30 P.M.

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PHONE: (323) 753-3189 PASTOR (323) 753-3180 REV. TICEY BROWN PASTOR Early Worship ....................................................... 8:00 A.M. Sunday School ..................................................... 9:40 A.M. Morning Worship ................................................. 11:00 A.M. Communion Service (1st Sun.) ............................. 5:00 P.M. Mid-Week Prayer Mtg. (Wed.) ............................... 7:00 P.M.

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

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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.

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3045 Crenshaw Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90016 PHONE: (323) 733-8300 FAX: (323) 735-1141

NATHAN D. KIMBROUGH, PASTOR Sunday School .................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ................ 11:15 A.M. “The Lunch Table” ..(Wed)...12:00 P.M. Feeding/Clothing Ministry ..... (4th Sat) Miission Program (5th Sun)....3:30 P.M.

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

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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.

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

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.

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

Inglewood FAMILY CHRIISTIAN CATHEDRAL

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

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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.

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.

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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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EBENEZER BAPTIST CHURCH

3600 West Imperial Hwy. Inglewood, CA 90303

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

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

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

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.

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.

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Long Beach, CA 90805 Phone: (562) 423-8653 DR. GARON HARDEN, PASTOR Early Morning Worship ......... 8:00 A.M. Sunday School .................... 9:40 A.M. Morning Worship ................ 11:00 A.M. B.T.U. (Thurs.) ...................... 7:30 P.M. Evening Worship .................. 6:30 P.M.

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.

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.

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.

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

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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 JERICHO CHRISTIAN CHURCH 6200 S. Normandie Ave, LA, Ca 90044 Phone: (323) 750-0092 Email: Psalm123@msn.com REV. DR. WENDELL J. DAVIS, SR Undershepherd Sunday Services..................... 9:00 A.M. Sunday Church School ......... 9:30 A.M. Women’s Bible Study (Tues).. 7:00 P.M. Men’s Bible Study (Tues) .......6:45 P.M.

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

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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.

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

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.

FRIENDLYWILL M.B.C.

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

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

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MACEDONIA 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.

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.

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PROGRESSIVE COMMUNITY Missionary Baptist Church

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

12433 S. Main Street Los Angeles, Calif. 90061 (323) 757-3048 REV. JOE B. SMITH, JR PASTOR Sunday School .................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ................ 11:00 A.M. Prayer Service (Wed.) .......... 6:00 P.M. Bible Study (Wed)..................7:00 P.M.

GREATER NEW MORNING STAR

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

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.

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

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

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

NEW NAME B.C.

10950 S. Main St. L.A., CA 90061 Phone: (323) 634-4720 or (323) 354-9978 REV. JERRY W. GASH, PASTOR Sunday School ........................ 9:00 A.M. Sunday Morning Worship ...... 11:00 A.M. Bible Study (Wed)................... 7:00 P.M. Our 7:30 a.m. Service is held at Love and Faith Christian Center 8505 South Western Avenue, L.A., 90047 Mailing Add: P.O. Box 20316, L.B. CA 90801

NEW PROVIDENCE M.B.C.

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

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

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

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 B.C. OF L.A.

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

REDEEMER MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH

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

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

SAINT THOMAS MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH

10963 South Western Ave Los Angeles, CA 90047 Phone: (323) 779-8596 Fax (323) 779-8598 Rev. Raymond Chandler, Pastor Elect

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

SHILOH MISSIONARY B.C.

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

ST. ANDREWS BAPTIST CHURCH 1794 W. 36th Pl. - L.A., CA 90018 Phone: (323) 735-0201 / 735-0202 REV. ALEX TOUSSAINT, PASTOR

Church School ......................... 7:30 A.M. Morning Worship .................... 9:00 A.M. Evening Worship ...................... 6:30 P.M. Mdwk. Prayer .... 12:00 Noon & 7:00 P.M.

ST. JOHN M.B.C.

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

ST. REED BAPTIST CHURCH

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

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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 www.tabernacleoffaithbaptistchurch.com

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

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

THIRD BAPTIST CHURCH

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

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

TRUE EVER FAITHFUL B.C.

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

TRUE WAY MISSIONARY B.C.

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

UNION MISSIONARY B.C.

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

VILLAGE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH

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.

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WELCOME MISSIONARY B.C.

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

(The Historical) WELLER STREET M.B.C.

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

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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.

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TRAVELER’S REST M.B.C.

1417 East Florence Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90001 Phone: (323) 582-7797 E-mail: travelersrest@sbcglobal.net Dr. Rev. Joe L. Gates, Sr., Interim Pastor Morning Worship .........8:00 A.M. Church School .......... 9:30 A.M. Worship Service........ 11:00 A.M.

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

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

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12110 E. Firestone Blvd, Norwalk Ca 90650 Phone/Fax: (562) 864-4474 REV. Dr. Vicki Lee Sr., PASTOR E-Mail: DrV@SaintsOfValue.org Radio (Sun 9 a.m.) www.GroovinU.com Sundays ........... ..................... 3:00 P.M. Bible Study (Wed) ................... 9:00 A.M, Prayer (Thursday).................... 5:00 P.M. Ministry Training (Thursday)..... 6:00 P.M.

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

MESSIAH BAPTIST CHURCH

www.BeulahBaptistLa.org

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

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JUDSON BAPTIST CHURCH

REV. ROBERT L. TAYLOR PASTOR

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

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

“Family of Purpose”

451 East 223rd Street Carson, CA 90745

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

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

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

Dr. Johnny V. Baylor, Pastor/Teacher Sunday Worship Service:................... 7:45 AM & 10:00 AM Children’s Church Available: .(Except 5th )...10:00 AM Serv.

Speak Life Youth Ministry: (2nd & 4th Sunday):...... 12:30 PM Bible Study: (Wed.):..........................12:00 Noon & 7:00 PM

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

EVENING STAR BAPTIST CHURCH

211 West 59th Street - Los Angeles, CA 90003

HOLY CHAPEL BAPTIST CHURCH

REV. GEORGE L. THOMAS, PASTOR 1016 East Rosecrans Avenue Compton, CA 90220 / Phone: (310) 537-3149 Early Morning Worship ................................. 7:30 - 9:30 A.M. Sunday School ........ 9:45 - 10:30 A.M. & 10:15 - 11:00 A.M. New Member’s Class (Sunday) ........................... 10:15 A.M. Mid-Morning Worship ........................ 10:45 A.M. - 12:45 P.M. Holy Communion (1st Sun.) ...................... 7:30 & 10:45 A.M. Broadcast (KTYM-1460 AM - SAT.) ........ 10:00 - 11:00 P.M. Mdwk. Prayer & Bible Study (Wed.) ...... 7:00 P.M. - 8:30 P.M.

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

Dr. W.M. Brent Sr Pastor Emerius

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

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REV. WAYNE CHANEY, JR. PASTOR

SUNDAY MORNINGS: Worship Services ........... 8:45 A.M. 10:15 A.M.& 11:45 A.M. Elements Bible Study ........................ 7:45 A.M. & 9:00 A.M. Spanish Worship Service ...................................... 3:00 P.M. KJLH Broadcast 102.3 “Real Life”......................9:00.P.M. The Level Youth Ministry ........(Tuesdays)............. 6:00 P.M. Midweek Studies..............(Wednesday)................. 7:00 P.M.

PILGRIM BAPTIST CHURCH 950 East 45th Street Los Angeles, CA 90011 Phone: (323) 231-9153

Sunday School ................................................... 9:00 A.M. Morning Worship ............................................... 10:45 A.M. Evening Worship ................................................. 6:00 P.M. Prayer Band (Wed.) ........................................ 12:00 Noon Mdwk. Prayer (Wed.) .......................................... 7:00 P.M. Evangelistic Class (Wed.) ................................... 6:00 P.M.

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.

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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.

DR. J. BENJAMIN HARDWICK, SR. PASTOR

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CHURCH: 310-324-0644 FAX: (310) 769-1287

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8222 So. San Pedro St. L.A., CA 90003 Office: (323) 750-1033 Fax: (323) 758-6030

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Gospel for the Glory of Jesus www.gospelforjesus.com KTYM 1460 AM Los Angeles KRAJ 100.9 FM Antelope Valley Tel 818-917-3669 - gfgoj@aol.com

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.

DR. ALBERT NICHOLAS D. TH, PASTOR Keith B. Williams Senior Pastor

5300 S. Denker Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90062 Phone: (323) 759-4996

REV., DR. SOLOMON DRAKE PASTOR

Early Service ........................................................ 8:00 A.M. Church School ...................................................... 9:30 A.M. Mid-Morning Worship .......................................... 10:45 A.M. Taped Broadcast - KTYM 1460 AM (Sundays) 5:30 p.m.

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Bible Study & Training ............................................ 4:00 P.M. Youth Ministries (Mon.) .......................................... 6:30 P.M. Pastor’s Bible Class - All Ages (Tues.) ................. 6:30 P.M. Prayer Bible Sudy (Wed.) ...................... 6:30 P.M.-7:30 P.M. Young Adult Fellowship & Study ........................... 7:00 P.M. Children Ministries (Sat.) ..................................... 10:00 A.M.

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

Email: Pastorlewis@greaterstarlightmbc.org

DR. PRENTISS LEWIS PASTOR

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.

VICTORY BAPTIST CHURCH OF LOS ANGELES 4802 South McKinley Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90011 PHONE: (323) 231-2424

CHURCH: (323) 564-0691

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

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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.

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

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

Sunday School ........................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ...................... 11:00 A.M. (1ST Sunday - Communion Service 8:00 A.M.) Prayer Service (Thurs.) .............. 7:00 P.M.

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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)

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

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HORACE A. ALLEN, PASTOR

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

Sunday School .................... 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship ............... 11:00 A.M Teacher’s Meeting (Wed) .....6:30 P.M. Bible Study (Wed) ................7:30 P.M.

J. ROY MORRISON, LL.D., DD. SENIOR PASTOR Church School ...................................................... 8:30 A.M. Children’s Church ..................................................9:45 A.M. Worship Experience ............................................. 9:45 A.M. Prayer/Bible Study (Wed.) ..................................... 7:00 P.M. “Come Up to Jerusalem the Place of Peace!”

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