Gardena resident Erma Dozier has been cancer-free 45 years. The First Lady of The New Earth Christian Church (TNECC) says, “Simply God’s grace and mercy.” As part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month efforts,
The Rev. Dr. Cassandra Mmabatho Hawkins of Los Angeles will be the keynote preacher at The New Earth Christian Church (TNECC) Sunday, during the 10 a.m.
By Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion Editor
Published May 5, 2021
Impact L.A. Legal Clinic offers free legal assistance on May 7. Licensed attorneys will conduct virtual consultations on issues such as waivers, battered spouse, visas, immigration and more. Jenesse Center, One Justice and Association of Pro Bono Counsel are sponsoring the event. Clinics will also be held on June 4 and August 13. To schedule an appointment, call (323) 614-4578.
Brookins-Kirkland Community AME Church observes Mother’s Day on May 9, at 9 a.m., during its virtual Sunday worship service, said Pastor Mary S. Minor. A special sermon and musical selections will be shared. Also, Lamar Stuart will deliver a special tribute in honor of all mothers and those who act as a mother to others. Call the church office at (323) 296-5610 for the virtual service phone number.
By Sentinel News Service
Erma L. Dozier (Courtesy photo)
Gardena resident Erma L. Dozier has been a mother to a hundred children, literally.She and her husband, Pastor Larry of The New Earth Christian Church (TNECC), have been foster parents the past 30 years. Along with their own two children, they’ve been parents to more than 100 children in their Gardena home.
It was the First Lady’s idea to become foster parents. Pastor Larry said, “I admit that I had to think twice about it, but her heart was set on it, so I relented and said, ‘Ok, let’s give it a try.’ It’s been one of the most rewarding experiences I’ve ever had.”