The Interpersonal Connection

Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. January 15, 1929 April 4, 1968 We Shall Never Forget Dr. King was an American clergyman, activist, and prominent leader in the African American civil rights movement. He is best known for being an iconic figure in the advancement of civil rights in the United States and around the world, using nonviolent methods following the teachings of Mahatma Gandhi. This is a Commemorative Time Honoring Victims of Violence. We honor, celebrate and bless the memory of the lives and families that have experienced a death due to a violent crime 2010-201. The horrible shooting of Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords and others is an important American moment. Join Us in Signing the Peace and Civility Pledge by Jim Wallis. To commemorate the anniversary of the devastating earthquake in Haiti, the Haiti Partners youth choir, WOZO, sings about those who have passed. The song is composed by choir director, Alex Myril and volunteer coordinator, Merline Engle, with the help of choir members. The lyrics January 12th, a day of terror and tears. Eyes and hearts of Haitians filled with pain, January 12th, a day of terror and tears. Eyes and hearts of Haitians filled with pain. A horrific disaster, followed by cholera, and misery take so many to their death. Your blood spilled, and your souls live on and you are with us, Giving your fellow Haitians strength for the work of rebuilding Haiti. Sojourners Petition The church can offer a message of hope and reconciliation to a nation that is hurting and deeply divided. We urge those who claim the name of Christ to put away from you all bitterness and wrath and anger and wrangling and slander, together with all malice, and be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ has forgiven you. Ephesians 4:31-32.