A noted author and United Methodist theologian will be honored as Man of the Year during the Fathers’ Day Dinner and Concert, 4 p.m. June 21 at Hollypark United Methodist Church, 13000 S. Van Ness Ave., Gardena.
Osmond A. Lindo Sr., Ph.D., author of the recently published book, Real Men Read Jesus’ Parables has been selected Man of the Year by the United Methodist Men of the Western Jurisdiction. Real Men is “A twenty-First Century Study of Jesus’ Parables for Men.”
A noted author and United Methodist theologian will be honored as Man of the Year during the Fathers’ Day Dinner and Concert, 4 p.m. June 21 at Hollypark United Methodist Church, 13000 S. Van Ness Ave., Gardena.
Osmond A. Lindo Sr., Ph.D., author of the recently published book, Real Men Read Jesus’ Parables has been selected Man of the Year by the United Methodist Men of the Western Jurisdiction. Real Men is “A twenty-First Century Study of Jesus’ Parables for Men.”
Larry Dozier, president of United Methodist Men for the Jurisdiction said that Dr. Lindo was selected because of the work that he has done to lead men to Christ, much of which is reflected in Real Men.
“The book is a blue print for men, ages 18-35, to become successful in their life endeavors, and especially successful Christian men.” He continues, “While the book is good for men of any ethnic group, its message resonates, especially, with African American men. I grew up, mostly without a father. And while my mother did a very good job with us, I know that a publication such as Real Men would have placed me on the right track much earlier in life. I could have avoided many of the mistakes. I think that it should a part of every man’s library.”
A commentary about the book says, “Real Men Read Jesus’ Parables provides specific steps that will guide you to becoming the kind of man God wants and who enjoys the satisfaction of being personally confident and admired, respected, trusted, and relied upon by others…among the exciting discoveries you will make are that in Jesus you have God’s model of a real man…you can learn how to listen to God and others, you will clearly hear that you are forgiven and that you can forgive others, and much more….The women who read it, particularly single mothers, will find valuable information to help in raising their sons as well as to be better understanding of the issues with which men are struggling, so that they may become informed supporters and encouragers. You will grow spiritually.”
About the honoree
Osmond A. Lindo, Sr. is a retired ordained minister of the United Methodist Church. After gradating from the United Theological College of the West Indies in Jamaica, he served in Frankfield in Clarendon, Jamaica before going as a short-term missionary to the Valiente Indian Mission in the Republic of Panama where he was born. He was later appointed a Superintendent Minister in Port Limon, Costa Rica.
Returning to school in 1973,he studied at Perkins School of Theology, Southern Methodist University where he earned the Master of Theology with honors and the Doctor of Ministry in Theology and Counseling degrees in 1975 and 1977, with his dissertation written on “Pastoral Counseling of the Oppressed, plus the Advance Certificate in Clinical Pastoral Education from Parkland Memorial Hospital in Dallas, Texas. Since 1977 he served as pastor of churches in the California Pacific Annual Conference, Southern California and as a District Superintendent for seven years, two as Dean of the Cabinet. He and his wife Miriam, a retired elementary school teacher from the Los Angeles Unified School District, now reside in Richmond, TX. They have three adult children.
Real Menwill be available for purchase at the event.
The Dozier Singers and Friends, including the local gospel group, Godspeed, will perform at the Fathers’ Day event. Jerry Dozier, former lead guitarist for the Temptations serves as musical director of the group, whose music is often referred to as the “sweet sound of the Doziers.”
The dinner/concert is a fundraiser for United Methodist Men, the world’s largest, organized, Christian men’s ministry, that mentors men and provides millions of meals annually to the less fortunate across the nation and around the world through two hunger relief programs: Meals for Millions and Stop Hunger Now. UMM also sponsor a 24-hour prayer line that handles 38,000 calls monthly. UMM mentor boys and girls through its affiliated youth service programs including Amachi (children of incarcerated parents), Scouting, Big Brothers, etc. Hollypark United Methodist Men are teaming with the Western Jurisdiction UMM to sponsor the event.
The menu will consist of a choice of Prime Rib or tender breast of chicken with all the trimmings, plus a Peach Cobbler Martini for dessert. Dinner will be served from 4 to 5:15 p.m. The concert starts at 5:30 p.m. The donation is $40 for adults, $75 for two tickets. The cost for children 12 and under is $12. Yum-Yum, Inc. is providing catering services for the celebration. To make reservations call 310-365-1331, 310-516-6457 or 310-719-8974 or send an email message to Lrrdz@att.net. Reservations should be made by June 12. Hollypark offers free, gated parking.
