Christ-Centered Ministries (CCM) hosted its inaugural Thanksgiving Feast & Community Celebration in Inglewood, creating a day filled with dignity, warmth, and gratitude for hundreds of guests experiencing homelessness, hardship, or food insecurity. Led by Pastor Troy and Pastor Darlene Vaughn, CCM transformed its campus into a welcoming dining hall where more than 1,000 meals, gift bags, and holiday supplies […]
Christ-Centered Ministries (CCM) marked a milestone moment this Thanksgiving as more than 1,000 guests—individuals experiencing homelessness, families in crisis, and neighbors seeking community—gathered for a celebration rooted in dignity and restoration. Guided by the vision of Pastor Troy and Pastor Darlene Vaughn, CCM’s mission came alive in a powerful way as transformed lives led the charge. Before
Israel first learned about CCM’s LEAP Internship Program through his mom, who told him that her coworker Eric, the Lead Case Manager, could use some extra help and that Jameese would be glad to have him assist. What began as a summer opportunity soon grew into an experience that shaped his future. He joined LEAP with clear
According to a July 2025 report from Mass Transit Magazine, homelessness on L.A. Metro’s transit system is down nearly 40% year-over-year. That’s not a typo. While the overall rate of homelessness across Los Angeles County declined by just 4%, Metro’s focused efforts led to a dramatic shift. The difference? Partnerships with boots-on-the-ground outreach teams—including our very own IMPACT Metro program.
Christ-Centered Ministries (CCM) is proud to celebrate Pastor Troy Vaughn, a longtime advocate for human dignity and restoration, who was recently awarded The President’s Lifetime Achievement Volunteer Service Award. The honor recognizes decades of tireless service to individuals experiencing homelessness, addiction, and justice-system involvement — work that has shaped community programs across Los Angeles, including CCM’s Restoration Reentry Residence
