Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap will be the honorary ringer of the Liberty Bell at the 28th Annual National Bell Ringing Ceremony marking Martin Luther King Day. The Archbishop will also lead all those gathered in prayer at the opening of the ceremony and offer brief remarks.

Monday, January 21, 2013
11:15 a.m.
12:00 p.m. (Symbolic Ringing of the Liberty Bell)
Liberty Bell Center
6th Street and Market Ave.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106

The Philadelphia Martin Luther King, Jr. Association for Nonviolence holds this event each year to preserve the memory and vision of Dr. King as well as to promote freedom and justice for all people. It traditionally marks the beginning of Martin Luther King Day celebrations in the city.

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Editor's Note: For more information on the National Bell Ring Ringing Ceremony visit http://www.philadelphiamlk.org

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