Crenshaw Christian Center School of Ministry - Yearbook (Los Angeles, CA)

Text from Pages 1 - 56 of the 1987 volume:

CRENSHAW CHRISTIAN CENTER SCHOOL OF MINISTRY 7901 SOUTH VERMONT LOS ANGELES. CALIFORNIA 90044 Dr. Frederick K.C. Price Founder VISION FOR THE SCHOOL The Crenshaw Christian Center School of Min- istry- is the result of my desire to see minorities take advantage of the covenant benefits of Christ ' s redemptive work. When I heard Kenneth Hagin speak in 1975 about starting a Bible Training School in Tulsa, Oklahoma. I en%-isioned a similar facility in Lc Angeles. We opened o ' jt doors Vj the first group of stu- dents in September, 1985. Chir Student Body con- siste of thoBe men and women who genuinely are called hv God to minister the Gospel. The cTjrriculom is deigned to ftilly train and eqtdp these ministers to go forth with power and authority. While the School accepts students of all colors, races and nationalities, there is a thrust to attract minorities, particularly Blacks. As a Black man with firsthand knowledge of the Black experience in America, I feel I can relate to them on a more personal level. Mv desire for all people, but especially minor- ities ' and Blacks, is the same as that of the Apc le Paul as recorded in Romans 10:1-2: Brethren, my heart ' s desire and prayer to God for Israel is, that they might be saved. For I bear them record that they have a zeal of God, but not according to knowledge. -, , u Paul was the Apostle to the Gentiles, but he never lost sight of the needs of the Jewish people. Neither have I lost sight of the needs of my Black brothers and sisters in Christ Jesus. Thomas Pickens Dean IMessasre From The Dean The Crenshaw Christian Center School of Min- istry has grown tremendously in its two years of existence. Our enrollment for the first year was ?c students. For the 19S6-ST term we enrolled ISS. There were S9 students who received First Year Completion Certificates durinc . epecia. ceremony in May. 19S6. This year « e exrec: rl students rc receive First Year Cert;f:c-i:es. A-d 77 stude:-.:e will be awarded a diploma for completing tw-c vears. God is ici-i: - mighty work at CCCSM. We endeavor :c ;.■ ceyond traditional seminary train- ing and prepare students to take charge of the ministries to which God has called them. .• t CCCSM. we train men and women who have d genuine call to the fulltime ministry. Through studying and apphdng the fullness of the Wcxd erf God. we want the students to present the Gospel of ,-ur Lord Jesus Christ with power and authority. Thus far. the fruit of our labor has been good. and we look forward to continued growth and de- velopment in the things of God. He has truly . , . blessed us with all sfiriTuai blessings in heavenly places in Chris:. ' : .:;:;? .- s 1:3) Angela M. Evans Executive Administrator From The First Lady As First Lady of this vast congregation, it has been my sincere pleasure to witness the establishment of the Crenshaw Christian Center School of Ministry. This School has been, and will continue to be, a tremendous learning experience for those who apply themselves. The teaching is based on God ' s Word. And believe me, the Word works. My husband, Fred, and I, are living witnesses of the faithfulness of God ' s Word. We have walked by faith for 15 years. When we started, we did not have anything. Over the years, God has ... blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ. (Ephesians 1:3) But I; 1 St of all, Fred and I committed ourselves to God ano walking by faith. CCCSr-, started so that those who are called to the minisirv :.n!d learn how to ... walk by faith, not by sight, ' li Corinthians 5:7) If the pastors and ministers know how to walk in the fullness of God, then they can teach others. That is our desire. It is astounding what God is doing at CCCSM. And we xpect ev n greater things to hap- pen in the future. Greetings From Administration The Administration of Crenshaw Christian Center stands ready to assist the School of Ministry in any way it can. We are excited about what God is doing at the School. Through its day and night programs, those who are called to the fuUtime ministry are able to take advan- tage of the faith teaching that has made CCC what it is today. We want the students of CCCSM to be trained to take charge of the ministry to which God has called them. We want them to walk victoriously in every area of their lives. We want them to have the fullness of all that God has provided. The School ' s curriculum is designed to ensure that this happens. These are glorious days for the ministry at CCC. We are pleased that God has blessed us with the School of Ministry. Betty R. Price Crenshaw Christian Center School Of Ministry Alma Mater Reprinted by permission Copyright 1987 by Charles A. Green (Not to be used without permission) . f i ky ULTY MEMBERS OF Dr. Frederick K.C. Price Juanza Guillory Clement Johnson SCHOOL OF MINISTRY James Price Dr. John Woods Willa Woods Garry D. Zeigler CCCSM Staff Every CCCSM student must make contact at some point in time with one of the most integral parts of the School . The Admissions Office. The Office staff is re- sponsible for providing a number of crucial student services, including processing the enrollment applications, test scores, and scheduling appointments with the Dean. Admission Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Dean Thomas Pickens, 2nd from rt., heads a staff that includes, from left, Veronica Rickett, Michael Reed, Mark Grandusky, and Rhonda Broadnax, seated. Rickett and Broadnax handle the paperwork, while Reed and Grandusky are responsible for taping the School of Ministry classes. uiim. Need help? The Admissions Office is the place to go. Veronica Rickett is the Dean ' s secretary. Dean Pickens and Pastor Al- len Landry. Dean Pickens talks with one of the students. FACULTY STAFF PREPARE FOR THE BIG GAME! It was serious business to the CCCSM Facul- ty and Staff when it came time for their basketball game against the CCCSM Students. At the same time, it was an opportunity to have great fun dur- ing their Pep Rally to get all the students in- volved in the first sports event of the year! fc ea.o-. ?„,Tf.£ ' r£ScTM a -£ s i d ' s ' sis -s s ' S they L.A. Clippers Hey Tom, think we ' re gonna win this one? No prob- lem, Clem. I ate my Wheaties this morning and I ' m ready for the battle! Yea! Yea, Let ' s go. Let ' s go! And may the Students win! these happy students seem to be saying! At least that ' s what CCCSM AWARDS FIRST YEAR eeesM Dean Pickens (top) and Pastor James Price (bottom) gave the students words of encour- agement. CCCSM Dean, Tom Pick- ens, and Founder, Dr. Fred- erick K.C. Price presented Certificates of Completion for the first year to 89 stu- dents in May, 1986. The awards ceremony marked a milestone in the ministry of Crenshaw Chris- tian Center. The formal af- fair proved a very special day for both the students and their families. Dr. Price exhorted the students to go forward with the Word. CERTIFICATES OF COMPLETION Shelly Penir ministered in song. Dr. and Mrs. Fred Price looked on with pleasure at students being honored with certificates. Mrs. Tom (Donna) Pickens joined oth- ers in recognition of the students ' achievements. A plaque with the names of the Charter Class was pre- sented to the School, along with awards for Dr. Fred Price and Dean Pickens. Angela Evans beamed with pride during the ceremonn CCCSM FACULTY STAFF VERSUS CCCSM STUDENTS And the winners are . the CCCSM Faculty Staffl Catch me it yuu can! Final Score: Faculty 52 Students 36 CCCSM Students Go, team, go Look out, Kareem! CCCSM Reception A lavish reception followed the awarding of First Year Certificates to the Crenshaw Christian Center School of Ministry stu- dents. The affair was catered by the Cafeteria staff, who prepared some of the tastiest food ever. The beautiful food display in- cluded choice meats, vegetables and des- serts. CELEBRATION FOR CCCSM! Day and night students of CCCSM were together for the first time since Ori- entation when they celebrated the First FIRST CHRISTMAS DINNER Xif.S ' S v™™ ;  «„ ccc X XJ-Vk J- v J--!. V Founder-Pastor, Dr. and Mrs. Frederick Price, along with Dean and Mrs. Tom Pickens, the Faculty, and CCC ' s Execu- tive Board. Dean Pickens warmly welcomed every- one and introduced the Faculty and Board Members. Day students Shelly Penir, and David Nutt ministered in song. David later joined John Paxton and Eddie Goss for a medley of worship songs. Seraiah Carol sang a stirring rendition of Ordinary People. Among the students who gave testimo- nies were Yong Mahn Byon, a native of Korea, who shared how Dr. Price ' s 1984 message on the Faith Photo Album changed his life; Leayle and Erica Benja- min shared how God brought them from St. Thomas in the Virgin Islands to at- tend CCCSM; and Lola and Chris Dowd told how God had shown them the im- portance of being of one mind, and on one accord. Highlighting the Dinner were remarks by Fred and Betty Price. Mrs. Price spoke of the exciting journey the stu- dents have embarked on, and Dr. Price gave an overview of the great things God has done and is doing through CCC and its outreach. Ever Increasing Faith Min- istries. CCCSM Students Surprise Pastor Price And Wife! Leayle and Erica Benjamin give testimony of God ' s goodness nnr i? Students at CCCSM did not let the special 34th wedding anni- versary of Dr. and Mrs. Fred Price go by without presenting them with two beautiful cakes! THE YEARBOOK COMMITTEE I ' he School of Ministry eirh k ( mmitlet cm istid ul. rlnkwiM- l-r, Nath.m Hddd, Christine Tabhs, Edrea Chris Dixon, and Anita K. Miller. Nut pictured, Seraiah Carcl, Malile .lnhn, and Capazin Thomp- kins. Putting together a yearbook re- quires a lot of time, which many students simply do not have. But a dedicated group, consisting of Christine Tabbs, Nathan Hood, Anita Miller, Edrea Chris Dixon, Seraiah Carol, Mabel John, and Capazin Thompkins devoted them- selves to the task. Deadline pressures and the mul- titude of work to be done did not deter the students. They were Committed! Night students made time during the day to attend meetings, which definitely re- quired sacrifice. In regular meetings, the group planned the yearbook and selected from hundreds of photos which they believed best reflected the school and its activities. Dean Tom Pickens kept a close watch on the work to make sure the process ran smoothly. LEARNING BY DOING . Teaching Lab Second year students participated in a teach- ing lab which allowed them hands-on-exper- ience in various areas of the ministry gifts. Each student presented a ser- mon on Walking By Faith ; the message was to contain at least . five scriptures, followed by a question and an- swer session with class- mates. CHIMG fv lMISTRY Lola Dowd In photo above, students are shown participating in a mock marriage ceremony. Wenifred Phillips Joseph Colon 11 CCCSM , . STUDENT PICNIC ' V! m Faculty, staff, and students en- joyed an afternoon of fellowship and fun-filled activities. The highlights of the day were the softball game and talent show. f A The picnic in full swing ' The picnic desserts were a big hit. ► Dishing out the picnic food. Don ' t I know you? m Hard workers sample the goodies. Ji, i:J! SCZ! ' J CCCSM STUDENTS CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS! A Theme Of Praise Students of the Crenshaw Christian Center School of Ministry did not let the Thanksgiving season go by without obser- vance. Several of them, including Nathan Hood, Anita Miller, Olga Goodman, and Artis Cash got together and decorated the bulletin board. Their theme of Praise was accented by artwork depicting the Thanksgiving harvest. 7 ' y Nathan Hood, Anita Miller, and Olga Goodman busily decorated the bulletin board with a theme of Praise , and seemed pleased with the results. For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, the mighty God, the everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. — Isaiah 9:6 . ' sSi t Students prepared the Christmas decorations. he air nt sharing, luve. and eager anticipation was prevalent as ilunteers decorated the tree. USHERING IN THE SEASON WITH SONG CCCSM students celebrated the Christmas season by spreading songs of Joy in a cho- ral group. They serenaded the staff and the youngsters, from the Book- store, to the Administration Building to the Day Care Cen- ter. Everyone seemed to enjoy the joyful noise made unto the Lord! wmM Shelly Penir led the students in singing a variety of Christmas Carols. Students from the CCCSM paraded throughout the School grounds cheering up anyone who would lis- ten. Jov to the world, the Lord is come. Let earth receive her King Children from the Frederick K.C. Price III School took pleasure in • ' the Christmas Carols sung by the School of Ministry students. 21 CANDID SCENES FROM THE CCC A Time Of Fellowship A Time Of Praise « v.f,f ' SCHOOL OF MINISTRY A Time Of Study Study to shew thyself ap- proved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. II Timothy 2:1S Pastor Allen Landry STUDENT VOLUNTEERS— NEVER TOO BUSY TO HELP Despite the busy schedule of combining studies with outside work responsibilities, as well as taking care of their families, many students gave of their time to help around the CCCSM campus. From monitoring the halls to taking attendance, the students below just couldn ' t say NO . Day School Night School . . ° v- ' i ' There was no shortage of vol- unteers at the Crenshaw Chris- tian Center School of Ministry. Day and night students land- ed a helping hand taking atten- dance and serving as tape moni- tors. Dean Tom Pickens was im- pressed by the dedication and commitment to the School shown by the students. n w The CCCSM values the night students who volunteered. Daytime students also gave ot their time. ..smij m  a These students served as tape monitors. Students pictured helped take attendance. A portion of the daytime volunteers. (FOR WE WALK BY FAITH, NOT BY SIGHT: Dr. Price kept the Word of Faith ever before the CCCSM students. Hebrews 11: 1-6 1. Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. 2. For by it the elders obtained a good report. 3. Through faith we understand the worlds were framed by the word of God, so that things which are seen were not made of things which do appear. 4. By faith Abel offered unto God a more excellent sacrifice than Cain, by which he obtained witness that he was righteous; God testifying of his gifts: and by it he being dead yet speaketh. 5. By faith Enoch was translated that he should not see death; and was not found, because God had translated him: for before his translation he had this testimony,- that he pleased God. 6. But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him. Mark 11: 23-24 23. For verily I say unto you, That whosoever shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; and shall not doubt in his heart, but shall believe that those things which he saith shall come to pass; he shall have whatsoever he saith. 24. Therefore I say unto you. What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them. I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calhng of God in Christ Jesus. CONGRATULATIONS, YOU M i Matthew 10:7-8 7. And as ye go, preach, saying, The kingdom of heaven is at hand. 8. Heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, raise the dead, cast out devils: freely ye have received, freely give. GRADUATES! DE IT! • • • One of the most notable and special traits exhibited by the CCCSM Charter Class was their giving spirit. Their gratitude to the Father, Dr. Price, Dean Pickens, their instructors, and others who had touched their lives, was ex- pressed not only in their words, but numerous awards. The graduates presented Dr. Price with several awards, in addition to a $5,000 check t ' cir the School of Ministry library Manifestation Of A Vision I ' r 12 Years! . : . I ' m Thrilled! ... I kddressing the graduates, Dr. Frederick Price said, We g e God for you tonight. I ' m thrilled! I ' m excited! This is the __ tilmination of the manifestation of a vision that I ' ve held for 12 years . . . When you go out armed with what you ' ve been trained to do, the kingdom of darkness fegoing-to know that you ' re on the pad ... We gaveyou our best. We exposed you to the best we Eiew. You know what and Iww to do it. Now what you do is between you and the Spirit of the Living God. Dr. Price then told the graduating class that he was goirig to present them with a personal message that would be just the icing on the cake to the message that Dr. Ken Stewart had given them. And with the power and anointing of the Holy Spirit, Dr. Price gave the class a Charge, reading scripture only, without comment: Eph. 4: 11-13; Rom. 10:14. 15; Matt. 9:35-38; Matt. 10- 40-42; II Tim 2:1-5: II Tim. 2:14 15 22-26; Tit. 2: 1, 7, 8, 11-15; II Cor. 6:3-4; II Cor. 4: 1, 2, 5; I Pet. 4: 10 11; I Tim. 4:6; I Tim. 4: 11-16; I Pet. 5: 2-4; II Tim. 4: 1-5. Upon completing reading the scriptures, Dr. Pricesaid, With .these words from the Word of the Living God, I ch e you, and you will be held accountable for what you will do anA ?ith what you have heard. ' - - ' FOR THE GRADUATES Fully Accomplish Your Ministry. . . -Dr. Kennith Stewart Dr. Kennith Stewart, in addressing the graduating class, asked them Will you live up to God ' s expecta- tion? Using I Corinthians 4:1 2, he told the class, You are overseers of the mysteries of God . . . Fool- proof your ministry. Don ' t try to be an overnight sensation and make a fool of yourself. Realize it takes time to grow. In his powerful message, Dr. Stewart charged the Charter Class to Preach the Word in season and out of season. Using II Timothy 4:1-8, he gave the graduates Three Keys to being a faithful steward : FIGHT, FINISH, KEEP! Dr. Ken Stewart (pictured, center) congratulates graduates of the CCC School of Ministry. ! S For the scripture saith, Whosoever believeth on him shall not be ashamed. For there is no difference between the Jew and the Greek: for the same Lord over all is rich unto all that call upon him. For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved. How then shall they call on him in whom they have not believed? and how shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? and how shall they hear without a preacher? And how shall they preach, except they be sent? as it is written, how beautiful are the feet of them that preach the gospel of peace, and bring glad tidings of good things! Romans 10:11-15 i ( 9 %S ■x:im tsiimfsiK?iiti ' }iTu ' : r THE STUDENTS OF THE CRENSHAW CHRISTIAN CENTER SCHOOL OF MINISTRY 1986-1987 2ND YEAR CLASS Stephen Aaron Evangelistic Ministry Diane Abergel Teaching Ministry Cornell Bailey Evangelistic Ministry m  fe ,A ' T Erica Benjamin Teaching Ministry Leayle Benjamin Pastoral Ministry ' LaJoyce Brinson Teaching Ministry Joyce Brown Teaching Ministry Ricardo Bullock Pastoral Ministry Carrie Burton Evangelistic Ministry 34 2n(l Year o Arlene Campbell Pastoral Ministry Artis Cash Teaching Ministry J Joseph Colon Pastoral Ministry Verda Conwright Evangelistic Ministry Theodore Cooper Clinton Cross Teaching Ministry Lula Cross Teaching Ministry Inez Crudup Teaching Ministry George Davis Teaching Ministry Winfred Deering Pastoral Ministry Ivir,:, ll.V.ll Teaching Ministry George Dowd Pastoral Ministry Lola Dowd Teaching Ministry  IJ rf m Wilma Galloway Teaching Ministry Ozell Golden Evangelistic Ministry Olga Goodman Evangelistic Ministry Eddie Goss Pastoral Ministry Herman Hatter Pastoral Ministry 36 2nd Year Zelma Hatter Evangelistic Ministry ■ -V - ) Frances Holland Evangelistic Ministry £ Nathan Hood Teaching Ministry Eula Howard Teaching Ministry Jay Illes Teaching Ministry Mable John Teaching Ministry dO i Brenda Jones William Jones Pastoral Ministry Augusta Kyles Pastoral Ministry 2nd Year 37 Ella Lilly Teaching Ministry 1 Douglas Marcellin Evangelistic Ministry Barbara Martin Teaching Ministry Mona Martin Teaching Ministry Anita Miller Evangelistic Ministry Michelle Moore Evaiigelistic Ministry Felicia Norville Teaching Ministry Matthew Norville Pastoral Ministry David Nutt Teaching Ministry 38 2nd Year Constance Odister Evangelistic Ministry Paulette Odom Teaching Ministry Jerome Parker Teaching Ministry Shelly Penir Evangelistic Ministry Barbara Perkins Teaching Ministry J - Teresa Perkins Teaching Ministry Wenifred Phillips Evangelistic Ministry Charlotte Pinkney Teaching Ministry Darrell Pope Teaching Ministry 2nd Year 39 George Powell Teaching Ministry Stephen Prater Evangelistic Ministry Brenda Rigsby Evangelistic Ministry Gail Riley Teaching Ministry Isabell Roberson Teaching Ministry Solomon Roberts Pastoral Ministry NorviU Robinson Pastoral Ministry Raul Sanchez Evangelistic Ministry Rory Shoaf Teaching Ministry 40 2nd Year Trudy Shoaf Evangelistic Ministry Pamela Sloan Teaching Ministry Homer Smith Teaching Ministry Samuel Smith Pastoral Ministry Mattie Taylor Evangelistic Ministry Capazin Thompkins Teaching Ministry ; - ■ 1 . d Nelson Thompson Pastoral Ministry Henry Ware Evangelistic Ministry Ir Gail Williams Teaching Ministry Ray Winston Pastoral Ministry Charles Wright Milton Wynne Pastoral Ministry 2nd Year 41 1ST YEAR CLASS Edward Adams Marie Alexander Paul Anderson Denise Banks Johnny Blakley Lola Brokemond mih ftp ) leda Cartwright James Chandler Fredrick Coffee 42 1st Year Regina Cox Bertrand Daniel Denice Davis Sofia De Leon Pamela Denson Dennis Elliot Wesley Goldsworthy Gail Granville Carlton Greene . ' S ' t k n V |U kF y %rl V Irina Hall Annie Hartwell LaDonna .Jackson Hubert Jeffries V Richard Johnson es fe X. Ruth Joyce John Kim, Jr. Mark Lawrence pp ? k Niles Livingston Dominica Loya - ' AugUbtin Muniz Deborah Nemley Clarese Olchurie-Perry Richard Palmer Kelly Penir Crystal Pitre Jerold Potter Kathy Rich Shirley Roberts Rigo Salcido Linda Saunders Willie Sharpe Danny Southall Hfidi Swain 46 Isl Year Christine Tabbs Richard Taylor Gregory Tidmore Dale Wafer Deborah Williams Eric Williams Marshal Williams Ai Timothy Yi 1st Year 47 PARTING WORDS He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord. He is my refuge and my fortress: my God: in him will I trust. Surely he shall deliver thee from the snare of the fowler, and from the noisome pestilence. He shall cover thee with his feathers, and under his wings shalt thou trust: his truth shall be thy shield and buckler. Psalm 91:1-4