94-year-old influential pastor and civil rights leader Cecil L. "Chip" Murray, known for his role during the 1992 LA riots, passed away.
94-year-old influential pastor and civil rights leader, Cecil L. "Chip" Murray, has died. Murray was pastor of the First African Methodist Episcopal Church in Los Angeles for 27 years, where he transformed the small congregation into an 18,000-member mega-church. Known for his calm demeanor during the 1992 Los Angeles riots, Murray played a significant role in helping the city recover and heal.
April 06, 2024
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