Community Groups (Local LA)

AbundantLifeU provides aspiring artists, creators, entrepreneurs and newcomers to Los Angeles with the necessary tools, training and knowledge to grow in their crafts, learn the business side of the entertainment industry, and to create well-rounded, economically independent lives.

Act One trains Christians for careers in mainstream Hollywood. Its initiatives include the Writing Program, for aspiring film and television writers, and the Executive Program, for aspiring entertainment executives.

Actors Co-op is a professional theatre company made up of Christians, dedicated to supporting and encouraging each other and presenting the best art possible.

AEM educates, supports and inspires artists to integrate their faith with their craft through Bible study/education series, prayer meetings, seminars and community dinners.

Robi Reed and Dr. Holly Carter’s ASCEND! Bible Movement with DeVon Franklin meets once a month in LA. Join believers from Los Angeles and the entertainment industry for services held every fourth Tuesday of the month at 7:30pm.

Do you want to be well? Be Well Resources is a faith-based wellness organization which provides mental health and spiritual resources for cultivating whole-person health. Join us for our next wellness retreat, or individual or group coaching program to take your next steps towards being well. Not sure what you need? Email Kathy for your free consult! Website

Brehm brings together filmmakers and film-viewers, Christian leaders and laity, scholars and students for dialogue between our culture’s primary stories, whether in film or television, and the Christian faith.

Bridge Projects is a contemporary art gallery and curatorial project based in Los Angeles, featuring experimental, research-driven exhibitions by local and international artists. Their programming is especially aimed at fostering more advanced and more open interdisciplinary explorations of the relations between contemporary art, spirituality, and religious traditions.

Catholics in Media Association’s mission is to help Catholics and media professionals who share their values to integrate their faith into their professional lives.

CEG is a “great big faith family of Christians in entertainment.” They host everything from community groups to practical workshops for strengthening your screenwriting skills.

CFAMC seeks to glorify the Lord Jesus Christ and help build His kingdom by encouraging the work and witness of Christian composers of symphonic and chamber music, opera, and other concert works.

A Christ-centered prophetic ministry to the Entertainment Industry, building people up into their Holy Calling to reveal Christ and His Kingdom. DSM disciples industry professionals through a virtual bible study on Thursday nights at 7:30, and hosts a variety prophetic worship events.

Epiphany Space is a thriving community in Hollywood. Come join the growing community of artists and freelancers for fun (virtual) events and watch parties!

The FCBC Repertory Company is an ongoing performance artist workshop led by professional actors and directors. It has produced classic theater around the greater Los Angeles area as part of its evangelism effort.

The mission of The Greenhouse is to maximize the potential and productivity of individuals engaged in the creative arts by equipping them in all areas of life through relationships, mentoring, group discussions, and artistic projects.

Hollywood Connect equips creative artists and professionals in the arts, media, and entertainment industries. It offers guidance and resources for both newcomers and long-time veterans on every level.

HPN is a Christian prayer ministry for the purpose of praying for the people, the projects, and the powerful influence of the global entertainment industry, as well as building community among Christian entertainment professionals.

IKON is a ministry of Reality LA Church that creates ongoing communities and vocation-specific resources for those working in the same fields to mutually encourage one another and learn together how to follow Jesus in the unique circumstances of their shared calling. Specific groups include Acting, Design, Music, and Writing.

The Influence Lab women’s initiative brings together women in the media to think, exchange ideas, and be challenged with how they balance Kingdom principles while living and working at the highest levels of the entertainment industry. Sign up for their free bi-monthly journal or attend an invitation-only quarterly gathering.

Iris Los Angeles Film, Acting and Music School is for those that feel called to the Entertainment Industry. We believe God is calling those with a passion for Film-making, Acting and Music to be spiritually equipped and professionally trained in their craft. This 4 week intensive will be an intentional time of seeking God, building relationships, training and collaborating with other artists.

Located in one of the primary film and television production centers in L.A., the Los Angeles Film Studies Center integrates a Christian worldview with an introductory exploration of the work and workings of mainstream Hollywood entertainment. Life in Hollywood and internships with 20th Century Fox casting, Henderson Productions or Miramax Films, just to name a few, await you at LAFSC. Students from CCCU schools gather to combine their ideas and energies to create in a city that is always on the cutting edge.

P.R.I.S.M. works within entertainment to impact the media and people in it for the Kingdom of Messiah.

At Good Shepherd Catholic Church Beverly Hills. By hosting Guest Speakers and Lecturers on a bi-monthly basis who are all working professionals, whether Showrunners/Producers, Writers, Directors, Actors, Authors (and more), members of the GSPEF are given the opportunity to hear first-hand of the trials, tribulations and triumphs of the Hollywood elite as they navigate the Business all while maintaining their faith.

A Hollywood fellowship bringing actors together for community. Meeting the last Tuesday of every month in North Hollywood.

Our reason for being is to help build up, encourage, and equip those in the Body of Christ who work in the entertainment industry at any level, in any way. However anyone is welcome who is seeking a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ. MEET UPS: With few exceptions, the Tinseltown Bible Studies meet every week, on Thursday nights at 7:30pm. First Baptist Church in Beverly Hills, rather than on the studio lots as before. YOU NEED TO PRE-REGISTER: If you’re planning on joining us. Send us an email to gary@tinseltownministries.org anytime up until 2:00pm on the day on which the study meets that you would like to attend. Include your full name exactly as it appears on your Photo ID. For security reasons you need to include your current mailing address as well WHERE WE MEET: First Baptist Church 9025 Cynthia Street, West Hollywood, CA WHEN: THURSDAYS 7:30pm - 9:30pm

An organization that empowers women in the sex industry and survivors of human trafficking to live healthy, flourishing lives.