General responsibilities: The Associate Minister of Senior’s Ministry and Congregational Care shares in all the basic functions of pastoral ministry with specific emphasis in congregational care, such as visitation, counseling and special needs. Participates in the leadership of worship. Coordinates Communion for members who are convalescent or homebound. Develops and offers avenues for spiritual…
Usher Board #4 meets on the 4th Saturday of the Month 9:30a.m.-11:00a.m. in the Sanctuary. Their mission is to Greet and Welcome everyone into the House of the Lord on the Fourth Sunday. Collect Tithes and Offering and provide assistance to those needing help with seating in the sanctuary. They are a group of dedicated volunteer members who…
Mission Statement: I’d rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God, than to dwell in the tents of wickedness. Psalms 84:10 ASV Usher Board #1 serves on the first Sunday of each month, at mid-week services (the week following the first Sunday) and at the request of Pastor Boyd. We meet the Saturday…
Mission Statement: “Spreading the word of God through the ministry of music, with spirit – filled song and praise.” Rehearsal: Wednesday evenings, 7 – 8:30 p.m. Brief History: In 1969 (while at the 8th and Towne location), Pastor H. Hartford Brookins named the unnamed choir the Brookinaires Gospel Choir (BGC). Under the leadership of Joe…
When do you meet? We meet every Monday evening at 7:00 PM except for holidays. What is your mission? Our mission is to assist the Pastor in worship through the ministry of music via hymns, anthems, spirituals, and gospel songs. Name of President George Woods How can someone contact your organization? One can contact any member…
FAME-HI greeters’ mission is to ensure visitors feel welcome and have an uplifting experience that will encourage them to come back and visit FAME again. Greeters station themselves throughout the Vestibule, and other entrances that provide access to the Sanctuary. Always with a smile, we hand-out Church Bulletins, register visitors, and provide directions and assistance…
First AME Church Los Angeles Commission of Health and Fitness seeks to encourage and support families to achieve and maintain healthy lifestyles. This Commission shall offer health screening forums, instructions on healthy eating, physical and mental forums to members of the church and community.
The mission of the Commission on Christian Education is to serve as the central planning and program department of the educational ministry of the church. The Commission provides leadership and direction in the development of a master plan for Christian education for First AME and unites all auxiliaries in the church through organization and a…
The Commission on Evangelism and Membership is devoted to sharing the joy of Christ with both parishioners and the community. It participates in several outreach activities designed to help increase the size, vitality and diversity of First A.M.E. through evangelism and community outreach, welcoming visitors to our church, and building church membership. Members are encouraged…
The Commission on Public Relations supports FAME’s ministries and auxiliaries by serving as a clearinghouse for bulletin requests, announcements, flyers and banners and provides editorial assistance as needed. The Commission collaborates with FAME ministries and publicizes selected church activities in the community press. The Commission meets on the second Monday of the month as needed. The…