The spirit of unity and service will be the theme on January 19 as the community comes together to celebrate the life and legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr here in Chattooga County.

An Ecumenical Service will be held at Hemphill A.M.E. Zion Church, located at 56 Lee Street in Summerville. The event will commence at 3 PM, featuring the Rev. Charles Watkins Sr. as the keynote speaker. Prior to the service, attendees are invited to enjoy a complimentary dinner starting at 2 PM. in the church’s fellowship hall, creating an opportunity for fellowship and reflection among community members.

In addition to the service, the local MLK Jr. committee has organized a “Day of Service” on January 21, which will kick off at 11 AM at the Fairway Recreation Center on Senior Drive in Summerville. The Day of Service aims to honor Dr. King’s legacy of community service and social justice, with refreshments provided for all participants.  As part of the Day of Service, volunteers will be assisting the after-school, tutoring program “Felicia’s Kids”.

The event is coordinated by the local MLK Jr. committee, with Rev. Robert Barrett serving as president and Sharon Pollard as the program chair. The public is warmly invited to partake in both the Ecumenical Service and the Day of Service, as the community comes together to honor Dr. King’s enduring impact on society.