Public Witness
Hungering for an end to detention
Today marks one month since the Hunger Strike in Golden State Annex and Mesa Verde detention centers began. The hunger […]
Blog
Our pastors often reflect in writing about matters of biblical interpretation, contemporary concern and the life of faith. We invite you to read, reflect and respond.
Public Witness
Ending ICE Detention – one center at a time
On February 12, Yuba County Jail officially ended its contract with ICE thus closing down its detention center. Yuba was the last […]
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New Adventures
I love being Lakeshore’s Pastor of Public Witness – sharing Lakeshore’s prophetic witness in the community, bringing the work of […]
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ACTION ITEM – support Sithy Bin
Please call Governor Newsom today in support of a pardon for Sithy Bin. Dear Lakeshore, At November’s Public Witness Forum, […]
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ACTION ITEM for Immigrant Justice
Please send an email to Governor Newsom today in support fo Marisela’s Pardon – details below. Some of you may […]
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Finding Our Way
This past Monday, after listening to a few of Dr. King’s stirring speeches, I decided to take a walk through […]
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Steps Toward Freedom
On Monday, I was able to accompany Sergio on his final step toward living freely in the United […]
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Poems for the New Year
Dear Family, Below are two poems to ground us as we welcome a new year. Blessings as we enter 2023 together! […]
Lent & Advent
ADVENT 2022: A SEASON OF REMEMBRANCE AND RESTORATION – CHRISTMAS DAY
Protecting the Vulnerable Jim Hopkins (Rev. Dr. H. James Hopkins is Senior Pastor of Lakeshore Avenue Baptist Church) Isaiah […]