Today marks the 60th anniversary of one of our country’s most monumental Supreme Court decisions. Brown v. the Board of Education ended segregation in our nation’s schools, and helped usher in the Civil Rights Movement. As we reflect on this landmark event, I am pleased to share that Los Angeles has moved a step closer to another…
The following prayer is offered on behalf of the more than 250 Nigerian schoolgirls kidnapped April 14 by Boko Haram. Continue to the prayer
May 4, 2014 by Peter Laarman Justice Not Jails is an interfaith project that invites those of all faiths and those of no faith to join together in struggle. But because a twisted Christianity has long reinforced the will to punish in America, JNJ feels that it is important for us to help preachers, teachers,…
Description: There are many sermons and books on the seven last words of Jesus from the cross. Yet, as Christians, death, disappointment and dismay do not have the final say. We are people of the Resurrection! As an Easter people, the seven first words of the Risen Savior inspire us to live the resurrection every day of our lives! Beginning on Easter…
Lugging sleeping bags, tugging plain and fancy air mattresses, and one bright red sofa, nearly 30 women prepared for a good night’s rest in L.L. White Hall, or at least a couple of hours of sleep at Holman’s first ladies-only pajama party. Rev. Judi Wortham-Sauls, zipped in a leopard-print onesie with eyes, whiskers and a…
Watch this video with words from Pastor Sauls and other community leaders sharing about the need for us to become part of the struggle to end human trafficking in Los Angeles and beyond! March Against Child Sex Trafficking, April 26 Join Los Angeles County Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas, Los Angeles City Mayor Eric Garcetti, and…
Dear Holman Family, Lenten greetings to you in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! Our prayer is that your journey through Lent continues to be one of renewal and restoration. Thank you for your ongoing commitment and partnership with the Church of the Bells! In this week’s all-church mailing you will find…