Anthony Cardinal Bevilacqua, Archbishop of Philadelphia, will preside at the 19th annual Archdiocesan Interfaith Commemorative Prayer Service in remembrance of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The Prayer Service is sponsored by the Office for Black Catholics and the Office for Ecumenical and Interreligious Affairs of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.

Sunday, January 13, 2002
3:00 p.m.
Our Lady of Hope Church
5200 North Broad Street
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The Archdiocese of Philadelphia recalls Dr. King's vision and devotion to non-violence, peace and justice every January. Observance of Dr. King's birthday provides an opportunity to reflect on the principles of nonviolent social change and racial equality promoted by the slain civil rights leader. The Archdiocesan Interfaith Commemorative Prayer Service will feature dramatic presentations on violence, racism and religion. Christians, Jews and Muslims will participate. Everyone is welcome.


"Remember! Celebrate! Act! A Day On, Not A Day Off!"

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