PHILADELPHIA, April 4, 2018—

The central inspiration for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.‘s involvement in the civil rights movement was his faith and understanding of the Bible. The messages of hope and justice King found in the Bible spurred him to be a great advocate for freedom. To honor the impact Scripture had on King’s life, American Bible Society is recognizing the 50th anniversary of his passing with a robust campaign—including events in Charlotte—aimed at providing a greater understanding and connection to the messages of freedom found in the pages of God’s Word.

“Dr. King was a gifted orator, challenging teacher, peaceful leader and Baptist preacher. Today he is considered one of the most significant figures in recent history. Sometimes overlooked in our remembrances of Dr. King, however, are his undying devotion to the Scriptures and the influence the Bible had on his life,” said the Rev. Dr. Nicole Martin, senior Metro Ministry mobilizer at American Bible Society. “We developed a reading plan, a scholarship contest and local events to help a new generation connect to the stories and passages that influenced Dr. King. We want to honor a different side of him and reflect on his impact on our nation’s past, present and future.”

Detailed information can be found at MLK.Bible.

Additionally, special events featuring local faith leaders are taking place in Charlotte this weekend to observe the anniversary of Dr. King’s death.

WHAT
“Reviving the Dream: Commemorating the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.”

WHO

• Joe Clifford, senior pastor of Myers Park Presbyterian Church
• Donnie Garris, moderator of the United Missionary Baptist Association
• Dwayne Walker, senior pastor of Little Rock AME Zion Church
• Dorothy Counts-Scoggins, Charlottean of the Year, education advocate

WHEN
April 14, 9 a.m. – noon

WHERE
Little Rock AME Zion Church
401 N McDowell St
Charlotte, NC 28204

About American Bible Society

Founded in 1816, American Bible Society works to make the Bible available to every person in a language and format each can understand and afford, so all people may experience its life-changing message. One of the nation’s most enduring nonprofit organizations, American Bible Society provides resources across a variety of platforms, enabling first-time readers and seasoned theologians alike to engage with the best-selling book of all time. For more information, visit AmericanBible.org.