You are invited by Bruce & Debbie Dannemeyer, Honorary Chairpersons, to Lutheran Social Services of Southern California’s first ever Color of Hope Gala & Awards.  Longtime supporters Bruce and Debbie Dannemeyer are honorary chairs while performer Mark J. Thomas will serve as Master of Ceremonies.

The evening will begin with a champagne reception and silent auction at 5:00 p.m. followed gourmet dinner, program, live auction and a live musical performance by New City Parish Choir. Led by Music Minister Mark Coates, New City Parish is a collection of select choir members from eight churches in the metropolitan Los Angeles area. Special guest presenter is renowned motivational speaker, professional life-coach and LSSSC CEO Dr. LaSharnda Beckwith along with others served by the nonprofit’s life-saving initiatives.

Entertainment By The New City Parish Gospel Choir.  New City Parish is a non-profit urban coalition of eight congregations of ELCA located in LA, Inglewood, & Compton. Their approach focuses on the transformation of these communities through holistic ministries, diversity and social outreach.