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Moving from Pain, Trauma and Crisis Is Never Easy but Is Possible.
For more information, call 510 688-7437.
Join Pastor Phyllis Scott in her 5th annual yoke breaking, life changing conference,”
“Moving from Pain to Purpose; “The Journey from Violence to Victory.”
The conference will be held Sept. 23-25 on Zoom.
Guest Speakers:
- Day 1, “Still I Rise”
Lisa Carlisle, ACBH Child and Youth Systems of Care Director
Tianna Hicks, Da Bigger Picture Foundation and the mother of Pittsburgh Steeler Najee Harris
- Day 2, “My Secret”
Carolyn Russell, executive director, A Safe Place
Rev. Michele Raiford, E. V. E. International Ministries LLC, CEO
- Day 3, “I am More than a Conqueror
Annabella Guerrero, communications director, Love Never Fails
Chief LeRonne Armstrong, Oakland Police Department
Zoom Meeting ID 853 2091 1800 No password required
Please register at https://paintopurposeviolencetovictory.eventbrite.com
For more information, call 510 688-7437.
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Oakland Post: Week of December 31, 2025 – January 6, 2026
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Big God Ministry Gives Away Toys in Marin City
Pastor Hall also gave a message of encouragement to the crowd, thanking Jesus for the “best year of their lives.” He asked each of the children what they wanted to be when they grow up.
By Godfrey Lee
Big God Ministries, pastored by David Hall, gave toys to the children in Marin City on Monday, Dec. 15, on the lawn near the corner of Drake Avenue and Donahue Street.
Pastor Hall also gave a message of encouragement to the crowd, thanking Jesus for the “best year of their lives.” He asked each of the children what they wanted to be when they grew up.
Around 75 parents and children were there to receive the presents, which consisted mainly of Gideon Bibles, Cat in the Hat pillows, Barbie dolls, Tonka trucks, and Lego building sets.
A half dozen volunteers from the Big God Ministry, including Donnie Roary, helped to set up the tables for the toy giveaway. The worship music was sung by Ruby Friedman, Keri Carpenter, and Jake Monaghan, who also played the accordion.
Big God Ministries meets on Sundays at 10 a.m. at the Mill Valley Community Center, 180 Camino Alto, Mill Valley, CA Their phone number is (415) 797-2567.
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Oakland Post: Week of December 24 – 30, 2025
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