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May 11 – What does Paul say about women preaching in the church? Not what you’ve been told. May 18 – Guest Preacher Rev. Howard Fauntroy May 25 –What authority does scripture have, why do we believe it, and why are folks so divided about it? June 1 – PRIDE Sunday – What does Jesus say about the LGBTQ+ community?…

UPDATE: Our application for a booth at WeHo Pride this year was denied. However, we will still be celebrating Pride the entire month of June with special sermons, music, and reflections. Please see Upcoming Sermons below for a preview. Upcoming Sermons May 11 – What does Paul say about women preaching in the church? Not what you’ve been told. May…

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Dear friends in Christ, This past Sunday was a wonderful day. With everyone’s help, we assembled 370 sack lunches, bringing our total for the year to 1,337! Thank you to Janette, Mavery, Kamila, Scarlett, and all the youth who helped this year. Thank you to all the volunteers who helped take the youth shopping and assemble sack lunches. Thank you…

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Emerging threats demand emerging strategies. The rise of AI data centers has been a driver in the rise in power demand and increasing greenhouse gas emissions in the United States. Moreover, the advanced cooling systems required by these data centers necessitate high levels of water consumption which can have serious ecological consequences, especially in places of…

Join us for knitting, crocheting, or whatever craft you enjoy. Bring your own project, or use our yarn and knitting machines to make hats for the homeless. If you don't know how to knit or crochet, we will teach you! All levels welcome Bring something to share for the potluck brunch. For more info call or text 323-793-9059

Welcome Rev. Howard Fauntroy, III Howard B.M. Fauntroy, III was born in Washington, D.C. to the late Rev. Howard B.M. Fauntroy, Jr. and Mrs. Carmen M. Fauntroy. While still young, he moved with his family to Detroit, Michigan when Rev. Howard B.M. Fauntroy, Jr. was called to serve as the tenth Pastor of the First Baptist Institutional Church. During his elementary…

Dear friends of Christ, The book of Exodus is about people that defy expectations. Over and over they are forced to choose between the status quo, the old ways, or boldly stepping into new territory that feels treacherous and uncertain. But long before Moses parts the waters, long before the people are taken to task for building the golden calf,…