Ministries

Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church is a Roman Catholic Community rooted in a rich tradition of African American spirituality. We hear the call which Pope Paul VI spoke to all the sons and daughters of Africa: “You must give your gifts of Blackness to the whole Church”.


As a family of diverse African and Hispanic heritages, we are dedicated to proclaiming the saving message of Jesus Christ through spirit-filled worship, evangelization, Catholic education, and social justice outreach that respects, values, appreciates, and celebrates the cultural heritages of our diverse community.


We welcome all in fellowship; sharing our gifts and reflecting God’s love.

  • 50+ Club

    The goal of the 50+ Club ministry is to provide spiritual and social programs to enhance the well-being of older persons and to provide compassion, presence, and assistance to those in need. This is a group of Seniors and non-Seniors who are aware that they have a contribution to make to the life of our parish community, even though may not be as active as in the past.

    Contact Person: Lorraine Sparrow

  • African American Catholic Center for Evangelization

    The African American Catholic Center for Evangelization (AACCFE) ministers to and serves the African American Catholic Community within the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. AACCFE collaborates with the African Diaspora and other organizations to implement and promote programs of evangelization and education; provide opportunities to gather and share resources, talents, and gifts; identifies and addresses issues and concerns of the African American Catholic Community; raise the level of consciousness for the richness of the contributions of African Americans to the Catholic Church.

    Contact Person: Anderson Shaw

  • Altar Servers

    Boys and girls receive training to prepare them for the privilege of serving during liturgical celebrations and other church services. Minimum age: 5th grade and above.

    Contact Person: Veronica Tatenco

  • Altar Society

    This ministry creates an environment that contributes to the worship experience by evoking a sense of awareness of different liturgical seasons through creative and expressive church decorations. Contact Persons: Monica Lewis, Carmen Tatenco, and Veronica Tatenco

  • Bereavement Ministry

    This ministry assists the family in their grieving process and especially in the planning of the funeral services. Also helps provide the family with grief counseling and any other services as needed.

    Contact Persons: Thomas St. Julien, Sylvia Wingate, and Audrey Miller

  • Bible Study

    Men’s Bible Study – expressly for the men of the parish. Group meets every first Tuesday of the month in the Acacia Center. Contact Person: Fr. Gus Taylor


    Weekly Reflections Bible Study – Group meets Thursdays at noon and Fridays at 7pm, both in the Acacia Center.

    Contact Person: Vacant


    Journey Through the Bible – Every fourth Monday of the

    month at 10:30 am.

    Contact Person: Fr. Kenneth Ugwu


    Young Adult Bible Study – Geared towards the young adult, the group meets every Tuesday at 7pm in the Acacia Center. Contact Person: Deacon Douglass Johnson

  • Brighter Day Youth Choir

    The Brighter Day Youth Choir sings every 4th Sunday at the 9:00 a.m. Mass. Founded in 1987, Brighter Day Youth Choir accepts boys and girls ages 6 to 18. 

    For information please contact Mrs. Kathleen Brown or Mr. Marcus Pettit at www.info@hnoj.com

  • Choosewell 1st Single-Parent Ministry

    We spread God’s word to our single parent brothers and sisters who are in need of God’s love and support, but may be too shy or ashamed to speak up and ask for assistance.

    Contact person: Lonnell McBroom Sr. (323) 734-8888

  • Knights of Peter Claver - Ladies Auxiliary Court 121

    We are the Ladies of Court 121, Sacred Heart of Jesus of the Knights of Peter Claver Ladies Auxiliary. Our mission is service to our church. our parish and our community through works of Catholic charity. Our members are practicing Catholic women of at least 18 years old.


    Junior Daughters Branch 121 welcomes girls ages 8 to 17 who have made their First Holy Communion. 


    Contact Grand Lady Sheila Thomas to learn how to join Court and Junior Branch 121. 


  • Knights of Peter Claver – Council 121

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    Knights of Peter Claver Council 121 Holy Name of Jesus has served Holy Name of Jesus Catholic parish since 1954. Our mission is service to our church. our parish and our community through works of Catholic charity. Our members are practicing Catholic men of at least 18 years old.


    Junior Branch 121 is for boys ages 8 to 17 who have made their First Holy Communion. 


    For information contact Grand Knight Lonnell McBroom or Secretary Martin Blount.  Or as the saying goes, "Ask any Knight!"

  • St. Vincent de Paul Society

    Members of the St. Vincent de Paul Society make personal home visits, provide advocacy and support usually in the form of food vouchers, financial assistance, clothing, and furniture to the poor, the afflicted, the lonely - to anyone in need. The Society works In the spirit of love, charity and justice. Please consider joining us in our mission!

    Contact Person: Mrs. Yvette Levarity

  • F.A.I.T.H. Young Adults Ministry

    The F.A.I.T.H. (Fully – Anointed – Inspired – Through – Him) Young Adult Ministry is for men and women in their 20s and 30s. 

     making faith meaningful and engaging

    . 

    spirituality is nurtured, our gifts are affirmed, and our imagination is captivated. 


    relationships as peers and mentors, 


    Shining F.A.I.T.H. Adult Choir, Covenant Bible Fellowship-Bible Study (every Tuesday @ 7:00 pm in the Acacia Center), Community Service Programs, Youth Mentorship Program, Retreat Programs, and “Faith Exchange” Speaker Events.


    Contact Persons: Mr.Marcus Pettit, Ms Barbar King, Ms. Tyler Vicnair, Ms Claudia Robers, Deacon Douglass and Mrs. Sheree Johnson

  • Youth Ministry

    Our Youth Ministry is for boys and girls between the ages of 6 and 18 years old. Our purpose is to help our youngest parishoners develop their personal relationships with God, to learn and love our Catholic faith and develop life-long Catholic values of faith, hope and charity. Our program includes age-appropriate parish activities and of course, lots of fun stuff!

    Contact Persons: Racquel 

  • The Shining F.A.I.T.H. Young Adult Choir

    The choir is open to all, college-age to 40 years of age. Our mission is to use the gift of song and praise to minister to God’s people in liturgy and other settings and to use song

    and praise as a tool for evangelization. Designated rehearsals are held and the choir sings at various Masses and events. The members also get involved with various social justice activities.

    Contact Person: Syreeta Scott

  • Social Justice Ministry

    The Social Justice Minisitry is for people who love justice and equality and the sanctity of human rights. 

    Housing, Employment, physical and mental healthcare, human trafficking, bullying, incarceration, the right to vote, fair treatment by government, access to quality education...


    Issues affecting our local community and the world...

    Locally partnered with OneLA ...


    Contact person: Mrs. Sheila Thomas

  • Worship Committee

    This ministry plans and coordinates meaningful spiritual experiences for members of the parish through rich and prayerful liturgical celebrations throughout the church year.

    Contact Person: Fr. Kenneth Ugwu

  • Eucharistic Ministers to the Sick and Shut-In

    The purpose of this ministry is to visit the sick and shut-ins at home and in nursing homes and provide Communion.

    Contact Person: Dolores Ricks and Velma Ottley

  • Extraordinary Ministers of the Cup

    This ministry brings the Sacrament of the Body and Blood of Christ to the People of God during liturgies and to the sick and shut-ins. It is the witnessing of faith in the real presence of Christ in the action of sharing in the Eucharistic meal of Christ’s sacrifice.  Contact Person: Laura Scott and Karen Pinson

  • Finance Council

    The Finance Council consults with the Pastor to review the results of operations for the parish and the school, to approve the budget for the upcoming year. In addition, the Finance Council members make use of their experiences and backgrounds to make recommendations to the Pastor in financial matters. Our goal is to assist the parish in raising funds and to monitor our expenses so that we are good stewards of the gifts that God has bestowed upon us.

    Contact Person: Mrs Brenda Morton

  • Garifuna Culture Group

    The Garifuna Culture Group shares their Garifuna culture and celebrates a special Thanksgiving Mass every November in remembrance of their ancestors.

    Contact Person: Martha Martinez (323) 232-6841

  • Girl Scouts

    Young ladies participate in field trips, camping, cooking, arts and crafts, and selling cookies throughout the year. Meetings are held weekly on Saturdays.

    Contact Persons: Yvette Levarity and Maude Wilkins

  • The Raphael F. Blount Health and Wellness Committee

    The Raphael F. Blount Health and Wellness Ministry is dedicated to providing free or low cost medical services to the Jefferson Park community. Services include sponsoring the annual Free Flu Shot Clinic / COVID vacinnations in October and supporting the parish Spring Health Fair. 


    Contact Persons: Mrs. Martina Blount, Mr. Martin Blount, Mrs.Monica Lewis

  • Holy Name of Jesus School

    HNOJ School seeks to educate children grades Kindergarten through 8th grade to become responsible, faith-filled individuals within the community and society.

    Contact Person: Marilyn Cedeno, Principal (323) 731-2255

  • Hospitality

    The Ministers of Hospitality help to provide a fresh encounter with Jesus Christ for all Holy Name of Jesus Church members and visitors. They help serve the church community by reaching out to those who have strayed away from the church and provide help where it is needed the most.

    Contact Person: Albert Haylock

  • Proclaimers of the Word Ministry (Lectors, Commentators)

    Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church lectors and commentators are commissioned in the Proclaimers of the Word Ministry. The Proclamers Ministry includes the English and Spanish language Masses.  

    Lectors proclaim the scriptures of the day. Commentators move the congregation through the significant parts of Mass with themes, scriptural commentaries, information and announcements. 

    Contact Person: Martin Blount

  • Marriage Encounter

    Provides married couples of the parish the opportunity to experience the most successful and dynamic marriage enrichment experience the church has to offer the world today. It is a positive personal experience for those who want to enrich their already good marriage and make it better. The program offers couples a technique of effective communication they can use for the rest of their lives. Designed to expand and deepen the relationship and experience the joys as couples share together whether they’ve been married for a short time or for many years.

    Contact Persons: Winston and Pansy Greene (661) 297-8271

  • St. Theresa Mini-Kitchen

    The St. Theresa Mini-Kitchen, known throughout Los Angeles simply as "the mini kitchen" serves hearty and wholesome meals on Mondays through   Thursday. Volunteers and donations are always welcome.

    Contact Mr. Michael Mosley for information about how you can support the mini- kitchen. 

  • Morning Star Choir

    A Gospel Choir whose music is deeply rooted in scripture and alive with contemporary awareness that provides an

    uplifting and spirit-filled experience. Members are committed to ministering the word of God through song at the 10:00am Mass every Sunday except for the 4th Sunday of each month.

    Contact Persons: John and Joan Allen

  • Music Ministries

    Our music ministries enhance the worship experience at the Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning liturgies with songs of praise and worship.

    Saturday, 4:30 pm Mass 

    Sunday, 9:00 am Mass – CP: John & Joan Allen

    Sunday, 12:00 noon Mass - CP: Santiago Zayes

  • Parish Pastoral Council (PPC)

    The purpose of the PPC is to reflect upon issues, concerns, or suggestions proposed by the Pastor that reflect the thinking, values, and style of our church and community. The PPC examines these issues in detail, and after deliberating, proposes recommendations for action and resolution.

    Contact Person: Monica Lewis, President

  • Religious Formation Education (formerly C.C.D.)

    Provides religious education to students from K-8 attending public schools in the Jefferson Park community. Classes are held each Saturday (Sept-May) from 9:30-11:00 am. Confirmation classes are held on Thursdays at 7:00 pm.

    Contact Person: Catherine Brown

  • Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (R.C.I.A.)

    R.C.I.A. helps inquirers to examine belief in Jesus Christ, the Blessed Trinity and the teachings of Jesus Christ handed down through the apostles to the early Father and taught by the Catholics today. These rites are intended to help candidates and the assembly at mass to understand and celebrate the continual spiritual renewal of the Catholic Church.

    Contact Person: Catherine Brown

  • Safeguard the Children Committee

    Designed to develop and implement policies to ensure the safety of our children at ALL times. Classes on Child Sexual Abuse Training are held throughout the year.

    Contact persons: Thomas St. Julien - Chairperson, 

  • Ushers and Hospitality

    The Usher and Hospitality ministry is an adult ministry. In addition to the traditional duties of welcoming parishioners and guests to Mass and assisting them with seating we also assist during the Mass with the Offering collection and directing the Faithful to Communion stations. We are prepared to react to medical situations including calling emergency responders.   Ushers are dedicated to the assembly and the worshiping community. We greet and serve with warmth, joy, dependability, kindness and reverence.


    Contact Person: Greg Warner, Sr. 

The choir is open to all, college-age to 40 years of age. Our mission is to use the gift of song and praise to minister to God’s people in liturgy and other settings and to use song
and praise as a tool for evangelization. Designated rehearsals are held and choir sings at various Masses and events. The members also get involved with various social justice activities.
Contact Person: Syreeta Scott

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