Church to honor pastor

DOWNEY - The Love, Peace and Happiness Family Christian Fellowship in Downey has plans to honor its pastoral leadership during a four-day event beginning Oct. 6The 36th Pastoral Appreciation celebration will last Oct. 6-10 in honor of Pastor Bishop Leon and his wife, Dr. Jacqueline Martin. According to a press release, "the congregation would like to show our love and appreciation to the pastor and his wife for serving faithfully and untiringly in the Pastoral Ministry." The celebration begins Oct. 6 at 7:30 p.m. and concludes Oct. 10 at 3:15 p.m. Bishop Alfred Smith Sr. of the New Hope Christian Center in Phoenix, Ariz., will give a keynote address during the Sunday afternoon service. The public is invited to the celebration. The church is located at 11022 Old River School Rd. For more information, call (562) 806-9890.

********** Published: September 30, 2010 - Volume 9 - Issue 24