About Us

Bernice Allen studied Psychology at Biola University, American Sign Language at El Camino Community College, and has served as a missionary with Campus Crusade for Christ.  She began her journey in deaf ministry as an interpreter for Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Los Angeles, under the pastorate of the late Rev. E.V. Hill. Later, she served as the Interpreter Coordinator of the West Angeles Church of God in Christ Deaf Ministry. She is currently interpreting at Chapel of Change, Palm Lane Church of God in Christ.  She is employed as a Sign Language interpreter for Cerritos College, Compton College and Long Beach City College.  

Bernice is the author of “Touchstones for Women” and the co-author of “A 21st Century Deaf Ministry from a Biblical Perspective Workbook.”  Because of her passion for dynamic equivalency in church interpreting, she established Sign Me “The Book” to train Christian interpreters and ministry workers. 

Along with interpreting, Bernice organizes workshops and teaches American Sign Language to interpreters for Sign Me "The Book." Her pastimes include reading, gardening, Zumba. and supporting local deaf community events.  

Minister Yvonne Bates is a licensed Deaf minister at City of Refuge Church in Los Angeles, under the pastorate of Bishop Noel Jones. She is an avid student of the Bible with a passion to minister to the deaf community. She teaches bible study and ministers in music by signing songs during praise and worship at her church. 

A triplet, two of her siblings passed away during infancy. Yvonne believes God kept her alive for a specific purpose: to serve in ministry. She has the unique gift of using her hands through artistry of crafting black crocheted dolls, making t-shirts, designing coffee mugs, book markers, hats, and other beautiful accessories.  

Bianca Bookman comes from a generationally deaf family. Her parents an siblings are deaf. After accepting Christ at age 15, she observed one of her brothers studying the Bible and immediately 

became a devoted student of the Word of God. The scripture that stood out to her was John 15:16, "You did not choose me: I chose you; and I gave you the responsibility of producing fruit that will last. Then the Father will give you anything you ask for IN MY NAME." That scripture had a wonderful impact on Bianca's life.

Born and raised in Los Angeles, Bianca attended schools in the Southern California area. A few years ago, Bianca relocated to South Carolina and later moved to Houston Texas along with her brother, Jason. She now attends Houston's First Deaf Church. She also teaches a Bible Study on Thursdays via Facebook Live. 

Bianca is the proud mother of 5 children, two of whom are adopted. She is a role-model and is passionate about her walk with Christ. 

 " My inability to not hear does not stop my capability to succeed."

Victoria Crockett is a Communications and Deaf Studies graduate and is currently pursuing a master's degree in strategic organizational communications. She hopes to obtain a Ph.D. in the near future.

She has been active in several organizations including the Center for Black Deaf Students at Gallaudet University (former Vice President), National Communications Association, African American & Cultural Division, Communications and Sports Division, Disability Issues Caucus (all at Gallaudet University), and many other organizations. 

Victoria currently attends Faithful Central Bible Church in Inglewood, California under the pastorate of Dr. John P. Foster. 

Elder Eugene Bollin has served in Deaf Ministry for over 40 years including pastoring the First Apostolic Deaf Church in Inglewood, California under the pastorate of the late Bishop Wayne S. Davis. 

Elder Bollin graduated from Hope University, where he double majored in Liberal Studies and Christian Education and minored in Deaf Studies. He also received his teaching credential from UCLA in Disabilities Education and studied at Biola University. As an interpreter, Elder Bollin interned at Mt. Zion MBC under the leadership of the late Willa Rembrandt.  He has taught elementary school and now works as an instructor for adults with disabilities.  

Along with his wife, Lady Brenda Bollin, Elder Bollin ministers at Apostolic Community Tabernacle Ministries in Gardena, California. The Bollin's are the proud parents of a deaf son, Bryant, who attends El Camino College.

Brenda Bollin began her interpreting career at Los Angeles Trade Technical College and later, Los Angeles Unified School District. After retiring, Brenda worked as a freelance interpreter throughout the Greater Los Angeles area. She has organized deaf ministries at West Angeles Church of God in Christ and Faithful Central Bible Church and taught American Sign Language at Westchester Adult School. Brenda is the founder of New Breeze Community Choir, which is comprised of deaf individuals and interpreters. The choir ministers at churches and events throughout the Southern California area. 

Brenda her husband, Elder Eugene Bollin, are the proud parents of a deaf son, Bryant, who is now an adult. The Bollin's currently serve at Apostolic Community Tabernacle Ministeries under the pastorate of Bishop Andrew C. Turner. 

Deborah Marshal-Zachery attended Pepperdine University (Caruso School of Law) and works as a Legal Administrative Specialist in the field of Informational Technology.

Her journey in the field of interpreting began when she enrolled in El Camino College, receiving a certificate in Interpreting.

Deborah's expertise is working on databases, presentations and preparing webinars using software programs such as Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and WebEx.

She attends Faithful Central Bible Church in Inglewood, California where she interprets for deaf members of the congregation.

In her spare time, she enjoys crocheting, knitting and reading. 

Cam McClain is the mother of a deaf son (now an adult). She served on the West Angeles Church Interpreting Team for over 15 years, later transferring to Chapel of Change in Paramount, CA. Under the

 leadership of Pastor Brian Warth, Cam organized the deaf ministry and interpreted there for over 9 years. She has a background in Human Resources, formerly employed for Compton College and later, the Greater Los Angeles Agency on Deafness until she retired. 

Cam is the mother of 8 children and 14 grandchildren. She has a focus on intercessory prayer and currently attends Palm Lane Church of God in Christ in Los Angeles, under the pastorate of Elder Lawrence Blake where she interprets for the Deaf Members.

Click the link below to see Cam explain why Deaf Ministry is important.