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The inaugural Legacy Pointe Church’s Northern Corridor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration was held January 11 at the church at 6280 Kugler Mill Road, Cincinnati, 45236.
The program honored the message and mission of King and is a direct expression of the church’s commitment to advancing his legacy at a church welcoming to all. This year’s theme was, “It Starts With Me: Shifting the Cultural Climate Through the Study and Practice of Kingian Nonviolence.”
Mark Curnutte, Miami University visiting instructor and journalist, was the event’s keynote speaker. He gave a detailed and historical perspective of Dr. King, the Civil Rights Movement and the impact on our nation.
Miss Black Cincinnati and Living Waters Ministries were also special guests at the event. A litany, titled “Let My People Go” was read responsively at the service as well.
Dr. Paul Booth Jr., senior pastor, Legacy Pointe Church, said, “The launch of the Northern Corridor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration is not only historic, but monumental to continue to bridge the divides in our city and equip people to activate Dr. King’s prophetic message of justice and vision to be the Beloved Community.
“Dr. King’s Dream helps us to never forget his words to us: ‘Human progress is neither automatic nor inevitable… Every step toward the goal of justice requires sacrifice, suffering and struggle; the tireless exertions and passionate concern of dedicated individuals.’”
Booth added, “The Inaugural Northern Corridor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration was a major success largely because of the people who supported it. A big thank you to all of those that participated and believed in the vision as we commemorate Dr. King in Northern Cincinnati.”
According to Dr. Booth, Legacy Pointe Church, now seven years old, is a community of faith located in Greater Cincinnati, Ohio, where people are empowered with the Word of God, challenged to live their legacy now and developed to lead families and communities in love and service. Through strategic initiatives that empower local and global communities, development opportunities for youth and civic engagement, Legacy Pointe is a catalyst that positions people and communities to Love, Lift, Lead, and Live!