Several local churches and community organizations will join to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during a free public celebration Thursday, Jan. 22, at Friendship Chapel Baptist Church at 237 Friendship Chapel Road. All area residents are invited to attend, which will begin with a supper at 6 p.m. followed by the program at 7.
The theme for the evening will be taken from one of King’s messages: “All labor that uplifts humanity has dignity and importance and should be undertaken with painstaking excellence.”
Samuel Gunter, the Wake County Habitat for Humanity Faith and Advocacy Coordinator will be the featured speaker. The program will also showcase the art and performances of young people from local schools.
Local groups that contributing to the celebration include the Wake Forest Human Relations Council, Friendship Chapel Baptist Church, Heritage Baptist Church, Wake Forest Baptist Church and Wakefield Family Church. Other supporters include Faith Tabernacle United Holy Church, Corinth UCC, New Bethel Rolesville, Olive Branch Baptist Church, Wake Forest Methodist Church and the Kiwanis Club of Wake Forest.
