MLK Observance Day Association - Savannah

03/23/2026

This year, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. would have turned 97.

Ninety seven years since a child was born who would grow to challenge injustice, awaken a nation’s conscience, and remind the world that love, courage, and moral conviction can move history forward.

Yet beyond the movement and the speeches was a husband, a father, and a man who believed deeply in the power of family, faith, and community. In moments like this one, surrounded by those he loved most, we're reminded that his dream was rooted in the hope of a better future for generations to come.

His voice still echoes. His vision still guides. And the work continues.

03/21/2026

Tomorrow the voices rise.

In just one day, Savannah will gather for the 48th Annual MLK Gospel Fest, an afternoon of gospel music, praise, and remembrance honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

For generations, gospel has carried the spirit of resilience, faith, and freedom. Tomorrow that tradition continues as choirs and artists come together in one powerful celebration.

Bring your family. Bring your friends. Come ready to experience the power of gospel music.

When: Sunday, March 22, 2026 | 4:00 PM
Where: Kingdom Life Christian Fellowship | 425 W. Montgomery Cross Rd.

Tomorrow the music begins. Savannah, we will see you there.

03/20/2026

Before the marches, before the speeches, there was family.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was raised in a home grounded in faith, discipline, and a deep commitment to justice. His father, Rev. Martin Luther King Sr., was a respected pastor and community leader. His mother, Alberta Williams King, was a gifted musician and educator who helped nurture the spiritual foundation of their household.

Together, they raised their children in an environment where faith met responsibility and where standing up for dignity and equality was not just taught, it was lived.

This 1939 family portrait reminds us that the roots of Dr. King’s leadership began at home, shaped by love, guidance, and a belief that every life carries purpose.

From that foundation grew a voice that would help move a nation.

Clockwise: King Sr.; mother-in-law, Mrs. Jeannie C. Parks Williams; son Martin Luther Jr.; daughter, Christine; younger son, Alfred Daniel, and wife, Alberta Williams King.

(Photo Courtesy of the King/Farris Family)

03/19/2026

Three days remain until the sound of gospel fills the room.

The 48th Annual MLK Gospel Fest is almost here, bringing together powerful voices, joyful praise, and a community united in celebration of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

For nearly five decades, this gathering has reminded Savannah that music has always been a force for faith, strength, and hope.

Come be part of a moment where every song carries meaning and every voice adds to the story.

Sunday, March 22, 2026 | 4:00 PM
Kingdom Life Christian Fellowship | 425 W. Montgomery Cross Rd.

Featuring special guest artist Erick Brack.

The countdown continues. The choir is almost ready.

03/18/2026

The sound of gospel carries power, testimony, and truth.

At this year’s MLK Gospel Fest, we're honored to welcome featured artist Erick Brack, a voice that understands how music can move a room and touch the spirit.

Through every note and every lyric, gospel reminds us where we have been and the faith that continues to guide us forward.

Join us as Erick Brack brings his gift to the stage for an afternoon of praise, celebration, and community.

48th Annual MLK Gospel Fest
Sunday, March 22, 2026 | 4 PM
Kingdom Life Christian Fellowship
Savannah, Georgia

When the music begins, the message continues.

03/17/2026

The countdown has begun.

In just five days, voices will rise, choirs will gather, and the sound of gospel will fill the room as Savannah comes together for the 48th Annual MLK Gospel Fest.

This annual celebration honors the enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through music that carries hope, faith, and the spirit of unity. Each note reminds us that his dream continues to live through community, song, and shared purpose.

Join us for an afternoon where praise meets purpose.

Sunday, March 22, 2026 | 4:00 PM
Kingdom Life Christian Fellowship | 425 W. Montgomery Cross Rd.

The voices are preparing. The message is ready to be heard.

03/15/2026

Before the speeches, there were footsteps. Before the laws changed, there were voices.

Crowds gathered in the streets, shoulder to shoulder, believing that justice, dignity, and equality were worth standing for. Those voices carried a movement forward and shaped the future we continue building today.

We honor that legacy by remembering the courage it took to stand, speak, and march for change.

The journey continues. The responsibility is ours.

03/12/2026

Voices lifted. Hearts united. A message carried through song.

The MLK Observance Day Association invites the community to gather for the 48th Annual MLK Gospel Fest, an afternoon where faith, music, and legacy meet in harmony.

Gospel choirs and voices from across the community will come together in celebration of the life and vision of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., reminding us that the spirit of unity is strongest when we stand together.

Join us as powerful praise fills the room and the message of hope continues to echo through Savannah.

Details:
When: Sunday, March 22, 2026 |4:00 PM
Where: Kingdom Life Christian Fellowship | 425 W. Montgomery Cross Rd.

Featuring Special Guest Artist: Erick Brack.

Bring your family, bring a friend, and come experience an evening where music carries the message forward.

02/16/2026

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Join us for the 2026 Business and Community Luncheon, where local businesses and community members come together to network and collaborate.

01/22/2026

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01/22/2026