"Remember ye not the former things, neither consider the things of old. Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert."
Isaiah 43:18-19
DECEMBER 2025
Drive-Thru Toy & Food Giveaway
Drive-Thru Toy & Food Giveaway – Flaming Fire Miracle Center
Two months ago one of the many great expressions of God’s love towards the forgotten, in answer to prayer, opened its doors on the corner of 98th and Vermont. Formerly serving out of a nearby neighborhood residence, this outreach ministry made good use of their new church building by serving the people – literally outside their walls with walk-up and drive-up sharing stationed on the well-traveled Vermont side of their building. Toys were given to children, gifts were placed into every hand, and food was handed out. More importantly, people were heard, embraced, prayed for and brought into the joy of a family of God sharing the way their Lord taught them to do – in love that serves outdoors.
Pray for this ministry. Visit this ministry. Love like this ministry loves: in Spirit and in Truth. Amen.
Saturday, December 20, 2025 • Flaming Fire Miracle Center • 9815 S Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA
First AME Church Presents: Christmas Giveaway
First AME Church Holiday Giveaway – First African Methodist Episcopal Church of Los Angeles
First African Methodist Episcopal Church in West Adams brought festive joy and essential support to families from across Los Angeles with its annual Holiday Giveaway on December 20, 2025. More than 3,000 children and parents lined up early in the West Adams District to receive free food, clothing, and a wide variety of toys—from basketballs and monster trucks to dolls and boom boxes—while community volunteers worked tirelessly to make the event a success.
The celebration featured a spectacular arrival by Santa Claus atop a Los Angeles Fire Department truck, offering photos and holiday cheer that delighted kids and parents alike. Under the leadership of newly-seated Senior Pastor Rev. Dr. Timothy Tyler and with support from community partners, including Los Angeles City Council President Marqueece Harris-Dawson, the event served as a vibrant expression of compassion and community care during a time of rising need.
December 20, 2025 • First AME Church • 2270 S Harvard Blvd, West Adams, Los Angeles, CA
L.A. County Faith-Based Regional Round-Up, 2025
The 2025 Annual Year-End Round-Up – Faith-Based Regional Coordinators Unite
Faith-Based Regional Coordinators (FBRCs) from across Los Angeles County gathered for the 2025 Annual Year-End Round-Up, celebrating a year of collaboration, shared learning, and collective impact. Coordinated through the Los Angeles County Office of Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnership (OFBNP), FBRCs serve as vital connectors between faith communities, service providers, and County systems—working to reduce silos and strengthen partnerships, particularly in efforts to address homelessness.
Supported by Measure H and Measure A funding, FBRCs tailor regional strategies that reflect the unique needs of their Service Planning Areas (SPAs), from the Antelope Valley to South Los Angeles and the South Bay. Their work is further strengthened through initiatives led by the Faith Collaborative to End Homelessness (FCEH) and aligned County partners, ensuring faith institutions remain active, informed, and empowered contributors to community care.
This year-end gathering offered space for reflection, relationship-building, and recommitment to the shared mission of compassion, equity, and coordinated service throughout Los Angeles County.
Faith-Based Regional Coordinators Represented:
SPA 1 – Antelope Valley: Pastor Dominic Montgomery, Valley Oasis (not pictured)
SPA 2 – San Fernando Valley: Vivian Wilson-Parry, LA Family Housing
SPA 3 – San Gabriel Valley: Luis Melliz, Union Station Homeless Services
SPA 4 – L.A. Metro: Rev. Reyna Montoya, The People’s Concern
SPA 5 – West L.A.: Sonya Gray, St. Joseph Center
SPA 6 – South L.A.: Bro. Abel Prudhomme, HOPICS (Homeless Outreach Program Integrated Care System)
SPA 7 – East L.A.: Ashley Tate, PATH (People Assisting The Homeless)
SPA 8 – South Bay: Cliff Gardner, Harbor Interfaith
Countywide: Pastor Daniel Perez, LAHSA (Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority)
December 19, 2025 • Vicky’s All Day Café • 5410 W. Adams Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Real Men Talk Conference
Tour of “The Greatest Mission” — Serving Victims of Human Trafficking in Compton
(Featured live during the final Monthly Domestic Violence Care Coordination Meeting of 2025)
In a last-minute decision prompted by a clear sense of divine calling, an originally scheduled presenter chose instead to join the Monthly Online Domestic Violence Care Coordination Meeting live and onsite at Restoration Diversion Services (RDS). Hosted by Margot Schweichler, Domestic Violence Regional Coordinator for SPA 6 (HOPICS), the session became a powerful and unexpected opportunity to witness transformative work unfolding along the often-overlooked Compton Corridor of Human Trafficking.
Participants were introduced to the missionary leadership of Program Manager Deatra Handy and her newly appointed co-laborer, Barbara Harper, and were guided through a live tour of a growing outreach serving up to 2,000 victims of human trafficking in the area. This corridor represents the lesser-known counterpart to the more widely recognized South Figueroa Corridor, where trafficking occurs daily—and nightly—here in the heart of Los Angeles County.
Operating discreetly from what appears as a simple storefront, this ministry is changing lives through unwavering compassion, holistic support, and faith-centered care. Children—predominantly girls between the ages of 12 and 20—are being restored, empowered, and set free through love offered in the name of Jesus.
This unexpected collaboration stood as yet another testament to God’s hand at work—moving deliberately to free the forgotten. We implore you to lift up your prayers, your heart, and your actions on behalf of these dear children, who (coerced, kidnapped and cut off from their families) are so often unseen and unheard.
December 12, 2025 • Restoration Diversion Services • Long Beach Blvd, Red Light District, Compton, CA
Christmas Block Party in Watts
3rd Annual Christmas Block Party – Hope Central Watts
As Christmas drew near, Hope Central Watts joyfully reflected on the incredible success of its 3rd Annual Christmas Block Party, a celebration marked by love, generosity, and the true meaning of the season. While the ministry has hosted Christmas dinners in Watts for more than a decade, this year marked the third consecutive celebration held on the church’s own property—transforming the space into a vibrant hub of fellowship and hope.
The day was filled with the sharing of the Gospel, warm meals for families, toys for children, and an outpouring of love for every neighbor who attended. New families were welcomed into the Hope Central Watts community, and meaningful connections were formed that will extend far beyond the holiday season.
Deep gratitude was expressed for every co-laborer in Christ—those who donated throughout the year, friends who contributed toys, faithful prayer partners, and volunteers who generously gave their time and hearts. Each played a vital role in making the celebration a reflection of God’s love in action.
With thankful hearts, Hope Central Watts was so very blessed to extend warm Christmas blessings to the entire community.
December 12, 2025 • Hope Central Watts Church • 9708 Wadsworth Ave, Watts, Los Angeles, CA
NOVEMBER 2025
Real Men Talk Conference
Left to right: Minister Alvin Edington Jr., Tony Warfield, Pastor Oliver Bui, Supt. Pastor Michael Willis, and Dr. Edward “Pastor E” Hamilton.
REAL MEN TALK Conference – Soul Enrichment Ministries
Men from across Los Angeles gathered at Soul Enrichment Ministries for the REAL MEN TALK Conference, a one-day experience designed to strengthen and support men in every dimension of life. Through powerful sessions on health, emotional resilience, spiritual warfare, purpose, relationships, and leadership, attendees engaged in honest conversations and received practical tools to grow as men of faith, integrity, and impact.
This transformative gathering emphasized brotherhood, accountability, and legacy—equipping participants to lead with clarity and courage in their homes, churches, and communities. The day was marked by dynamic speakers, meaningful connections, and a renewed commitment to walk boldly in God’s calling.
November 29, 2025 • Soul Enrichment Ministries • 11901 S Avalon Blvd, Watts, Los Angeles, CA
The Pasadena Clergy Community Coalition
Faith-Based Regional Coordinators, left to right (plus 2 others): Luis (SPA 3: San Gabriel Valley), Abel (SPA 6: South L.A.), Sonya (SPA 5: W.L.A.), Amara (FCEH Co-Chair), Daniel (FCEH Co-Chair), Dominique (SPA 1: Antelope Valley), Cliff (SPA 8: South Bay), Reyna (SPA 4: Downtown L.A.), & Vivian (SPA 2: San Fernando Valley)
Visit to the Pasadena Community Clergy Coalition – Altadena, CA
Faith leaders from SPA 6 joined the Pasadena Community Clergy Coalition at the New Altadena Disaster Recovery Center for an inspiring and collaborative gathering. In place of our monthly online meeting, this visit offered encouragement in our shared mission of connecting faith communities to homeless services, inspiration from observing effective community-impact models, and strengthened partnerships with fellow ministries.
Attendees also had the special opportunity to meet both Co-Chairs of the Faith Collaborative to End Homelessness, along with all eight Faith-Based Regional Coordinators serving across Los Angeles County’s Service Planning Areas.
November 12, 2025 • New Altadena Disaster Recovery Center • Altadena, CA
Christian Community Development Association National Convention 2025 - Grand Rapids, Michigan
CCDA National Conference 2025 – Grand Rapids, Michigan
Leaders and practitioners from across the nation gathered in Grand Rapids for the 2025 Christian Community Development Association National Conference, themed “Shalom.” Over four days of worship, plenary sessions, and workshops, participants explored biblical justice, restoration, and community renewal in action. From early-morning prayer and Bible study to “Go & See” site visits highlighting local ministries, the event inspired attendees to return home with fresh passion for transforming their own communities through Christ-centered development.
November 5–8, 2025 • DeVos Place Convention Center • Grand Rapids, MI
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November 5–8, 2025 • CCDA National Conference • Grand Rapids, MI
Our time in Grand Rapids was more than a conference — it was a Spirit-filled immersion into real solutions for the urgent crises facing our inner cities today. Through the Go & See immersions at The Other Way Ministries and New City Neighbors, we witnessed firsthand how local churches and Christian nonprofits are confronting food insecurity with creativity, dignity, and community-driven sustainability. Their work — from food co-ops and at-cost markets to urban farms, community gardens, and neighborhood networks — offered living models of how we can respond to the sudden SNAP food crisis now affecting families across South Los Angeles and Compton.
Equally transformative were the justice-focused workshops, where leaders from across the nation shared strategies for nonviolent community defense, immigration raid response, and practical congregational accompaniment during moments of fear and disruption. From Andre Henry’s powerful training on disrupting injustice to the national network discussion on supporting immigrant families impacted by ICE operations, these sessions equipped us with tools to stand faithfully and bravely with our neighbors.
Throughout the week — in plenaries, hallways, prayer circles, meals, and late-night conversations — we built new relationships, exchanged local models, and gathered practical, actionable wisdom. We return home strengthened, encouraged, and better prepared to walk with our communities in love, justice, and the hope of Christ.
OCTOBER 2025
Compton's Human Trafficking Task Force - is Back!
Compton Unites Against Human Trafficking
The S.A.L.T. is honored to now serve on both the Compton Human Trafficking Task Force and its Steering Committee, standing alongside dedicated community partners to confront one of our city’s most urgent crises.
Under the leadership of Deatra Handy, Program Director of Restoration Diversion Services, this revitalized task force is focused on restoring hope and freedom to those caught in the grip of exploitation. Once disbanded during the pandemic, it now returns stronger—uniting law enforcement, nonprofits, colleges, and churches to bring healing, protection, and opportunity to survivors.
Compton’s corridors, long marked by hardship, are now being reclaimed as corridors of compassion. Through trauma-informed collaboration, crisis response, and faith-based engagement, we join hands to ensure that no soul is forgotten and no child is lost to the streets again.
📍 Public Awareness and Relaunch Meeting – Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2025 • 1–3 PM • Dollarhide Community Center
Faith Leaders Appreciation Breakfast - L.A. County
Faith Leaders Honored Across Los Angeles County
The S.A.L.T. was blessed to stand among an incredible gathering of pastors, imams, rabbis, and community leaders at the LA County Faith Leader Appreciation Breakfast, hosted by the LA County Board of Supervisors, the Office of Faith and Neighborhood Partnership, and the LA County Faith Alliance.
At this countywide event, the majority of faith leaders in attendance were those currently working with The S.A.L.T. in the inner cities of South Los Angeles and Compton—a beautiful reflection of our shared mission to bring light, love, and practical support where it’s needed most.
Together, we celebrated partnership, unity, and service—committing once again to build stronger, more compassionate communities through faith and action.
📍 The Huffington Center – St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church
🗓️ Wednesday, October 29, 2025
🔥 From Flames to Faith: School of Miracles - Arise!
SEED LA Invitational Tour – October 23, 2025
Leaders of The S.A.L.T. were honored to attend an invitational tour of the SEED School of Los Angeles County (SEED LA) — an innovative, college-preparatory public boarding school shaping the next generation of homegrown leaders.
Led by an impressive team of student ambassadors, the event began with a thoughtful presentation followed by a lively Q&A session where students responded with insight and confidence. Guests were then guided in small groups through SEED LA’s pristine indoor and outdoor facilities, witnessing firsthand the excellence and vision behind this cutting-edge campus.
Supported by LA Metro, local officials, faith leaders, and community partners, SEED LA stands as a shining model of urban renewal in action—equipping youth to lead, serve, and transform our inner-city communities for generations to come.
Million Man Launch
From the Monument to the Movement — The Million Man Launch, South Los Angeles
A historic gathering at the Martin Luther King Jr. Monument overlooking Downtown and South Los Angeles. On October 16, 2025, men united in faith, purpose, and repentance — answering the call to rise as leaders in their homes, churches, and communities. A powerful moment. The birth of a movement.
Newly Launched South L.A. Men's Conference
Newly launched Men’s Conference at Greater Holy St. John MBC, South Los Angeles — Saturday afternoon, October 11, 2025. Casual fellowship and connection followed by joining a powerful Q&A panel with three other local pastors.
Annual Southern California Men's Conference
The Gospel was powerfully preached, lives were changed, and hundreds of men responded to the call of Christ at this dynamic SoCal Men’s Conference — Saturday morning, October 11, 2025.
SEPTEMBER 2025
Men's Mountain Retreat
“And after six days Jesus taketh Peter, James, and John his brother, and bringeth them up into an high mountain apart, and was transfigured before them: and his face did shine as the sun, and his raiment was white as the light.” (Matthew 17:1-2)
AUGUST 2025
The 2nd Annual SPA 6 Faith Leaders Workshop
Tower of Faith Evangelistic Church, Compton — Saturday, August 16, 2025
Pastors, missionaries, and ministers from across South Los Angeles, Compton, Lynwood, and Paramount came together in unity—strengthening their alliance and renewing their commitment to serve the most vulnerable.
Together, they pledged to feed the hungry, hydrate the thirsty, house the homeless, and bring healing and hope to the forgotten—those remembered always by God.
Their faith, proven through action, continues to shine brightly in the name and love of Jesus Christ.
Hallelujah!
Block Party in South L.A.
Health, fitness, family, food and other needed resources all shared at this wonderful well attended event, at Ephesus SDA Church, South Los Angeles – Sunday, August 9, 2025
JULY 2025
Bishop Ordination of Pastor Troy Campbell
The day that the Pastor of The Secret Place Church, Bishop Troy L. Campbell’s episcopal consecration took place – Long Beach, Saturday, July 26, 2025
3rd Annual Faith In Action/Boyz2Men Conference
Hallelujah! What a wonderful time of local neighborhood evangelism while partnering with Pastor Michael Willis to meet the local community, invite them in, and then, two days later, share the joy, love, salvation, and life of our Lord Jesus Christ – Watts, Friday, July 18 and Sunday, July 20, 2025
3rd Annual Faith In Action/Boyz2Men Conference
Dedicated to empowering young men and the communities that support them – Compton, Saturday, July 19, 2025
Uber/Lyft Evangelism
This had to be shared. A simple driver powerfully evangelizing. Christians (Savior’s Ambassadors) follow this man’s example as he follows Christ. – Everywhere and anytime he can, Saturday, July 16, 2025
Protect Our Seniors
Protect Our Seniors Emergency Meeting conducted in partnership with the Watts Area Ministers at Beulah Baptist Church – Watts, Saturday, July 12, 2025
Honoring Civil Rights Leader Veronica Lewis
Grassroots organizations united in strength and solidarity to honor civil rights leader Veronica Lewis upon her transition from Executive Director of HOPICS – Watts, July 11, 2025
Celebrating the Life of Bishop Frank L. Stewart
Celebrating the life of our brother who helped plant over 23 churches both domestically and abroud – Inglewood, Thursday, July 10, 2025
JUNE 2025
Celebrating Men - Celebrating Community - Celebrating Christ
Celebrating God the Father on Father’s Day With Fathers, South Los Angeles – Sunday, June 15, 2025
Barbershop Evangelism/Invitation to Service Tomorrow
Brothers Greg & Abel on Barbershop to Barbershop Evangelism: Bringing the Men and Havin’ Fun in…
The Neighborhood Surrounding Emmanuel – H.M. Turner A.M.E. Church, Saturday, June 14, 2025
Ground Zero at Soul Enrichment Ministries - So. L.A.
Pastor & First Lady Willis make the South Los Angeles call, “Come Over and Help Up!” (Acts 16:9-10)
Monday, May 31, 2025
MAY 2025
Compton Mayor's Clergy Collaboration Follow-Up
Mayor Emma Shariff’s Continued Unification of the Churches in Compton – May 31, 2025
Community Activist Recruitment at Citizens of Zion
The Launch of Mosaic Keys at Citizens of Zion Church, Compton, CA – May 31, 2025
SPA 5 (West L.A.) Faith Leaders Workshop
Presentations & Resource Fair Hosted by Sonya Grey for our Faith Leaders in West L.A. – May 29, 2025
Touring the Compton Initiative HQ at Emmanual Church
Touring the Work That God Used to Turn the City of Paramount Upside Down – May 23, 2025
Foster Youth Roundtable at Center of Hope Church
Faith Community Roundtable: Reconnecting Children to Their Families, Inglewood, CA – May 21, 2025
Mental Health Resource Fair at Praise Sanctuary
Mental Health Community Resource Fair, West Athens, South Los Angeles, CA – May 19, 2025
Immigration Resource Fair at RLA Church
Immigration Know Your Rights Fair at the Largest Spanish-speaking Church in So. L.A. – May 18, 2025
SPA 6 FBRC & SA 6 DMH Combined at FAME Church
Faith-Based Outreach in Mental Health & Homelessness Combined, South Los Angeles, CA – May 16, 2025
Hope the Mission Roundtable & Tour
Faith-Based Coordinators Met and Toured a Large Regional Provider, North Hills, CA – May 14, 2025
SPA 7 (East L.A.) Faith Leaders Workshop
Peer Panel and Resource Fair Provided for the Faith Leaders in East L.A., Whittier, CA – May 7, 2025
Mayor of Compton's Clergy Prayer Breakfast
Mayor of Compton’s Clergy Prayer Breakfast a National Day of Prayer Event, Compton, CA – May 2, 2025
APRIL 2025
Immigration Interfaith Prayer Vigil
Response to news regarding the privacy of our congregations and schools, Federal Building, Downtown Los Angeles – April 17, 2025
Faith-Based Economic Empowerment
Faith-Based Economic Empowerment: Resilience & Sustainability, Los Angeles, CA – April 9, 2025
MARCH 2025
L.A. Mayor Karen Bass Meets With Faith Leaders
At first, selected leaders asked questions.
Then twice, questions were taken at random.
The Mayor then answered each question.
Faith-Based Regional Coordination was there!
L.A. Clergy and Lay Ministers Meet with Mayor Karen Bass, Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA – March 11, 2025
Compton Sheriff's Connect With the Community
Compton’s Sheriff’s Station Coffee With a Cop, Compton, CA – March 6, 2025
Resource Fair for Our Undocumented Neighbors
Conference & Resource Fair for Our Undocumented Neighbors, Praise Sanctuary Church, South Los Angeles – March 1, 2025
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FEBRUARY 2025
"No Address" Movie Red Carpet Event
L.A. Metropolitan Churches’ Special Screening of “No Address”, Cinemark Baldwin Hills Crenshaw – February 27, 2025
The 4th Annual African Summit
Annual African Cultural & Well-Being Summit, Magic Johnson Park, So. L.A. – February 22, 2025
JANUARY 2025
Financial Fair & Book Discussion
Book Discussion & Financial Fair, Southwest City College, South L.A. – January 24, 2025
Daddy Quarterback Roundtable & Fair
Quarterback Daddies Roundtable & Resource Fair, Compton, CA – January 18, 2025
DMH Black/Brown Clergy Breakfast
Black & Brown Preliminary Coalition, LADMH Clergy Breakfast, Bel-Vue Presbyterian Church, Watts, CA – January 17, 2025
Fire Victim Relief
Fire Relief Supplies Drive-Thru, Cathedral Church, Highland Park, CA – January 11, 2025
Funding What Will Work
"in every zip code..."
One church with a Community Outreach Hub in every zip code of every inner city of our nation, beginning with the 23 zip codes in Compton and South L.A.