Legacy Pointe Church hosts historic MLK celebration in Cincinnati

Contributed 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. Living Water Ministries Praise Team provided music at Legacy Pointe Church’s inaugural Northern Corridor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration on Jan. 11. Photo provided 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...