Prince George's County, MD: On the occasion of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Holiday Celebration Church Service, guest speaker James A. Dula, PhD, highlighted the need for community unity with a personal commitment by all citizens to be involved in today's movement for Justice to ensure Dr. Kings legacy of Justice, equality, and less poverty are realized in the 21st Century.
During the historical presentation Dula highlighted countless accomplishes of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) founded in 1957 and the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) that brought youth to the front of the Civil Rights Movement accompanied by the wisdom of elder leadership as a foundation.
"Dr King and the SCLC had a vision to save America from itself by addressing social and political issues of the day"
The Church services included a racially diverse audience that pledges to continue its leadership for an America truly dedicated to upholding its creed of life, liberty, and happiness for everyone.
During the call from Dr. King for churches and Pastors to become more involved in the nonviolent movement, countless clergy responded along with youth from across the nation as it was time for a New America to emerge. Emerge from a history of black servitude fueled with the dark philosophy of Willie Lynchism and the then Jim Crow rule of law. It was a time when "enough-is-enough" meant "absolutely no more" and for some, it was to be achieved by any means necessary.
"For the SCLC and Conscious Americans to accomplish its mission of Saving the soul of America, everyone - men and women; Young and old of all races, cultures and religions; and, caring individuals must unite under a unifying umbrella in the name of Justice and equality".
The new Millneum in America has proven to be one of the most challenging times in our history earmarked by a "Just Say No" Congressional Body contesting every action introduced by America's First black President as he serves on behalf of the people" said Dula.
Concluding remarks included a challenge to better educate black children about African American History; for Churches and Elders to lead in a greater way; and, for communities to demand accountability from appointed and elected officials. If we are at be a great county, state and or county, we must lead by example.
Therefore, "We are united in a common bond of uncertainty during the 21st Century that will certainly challenge who we are as Americans and challenge the very integrity of our U.S. Constitution as we move forward searching for justice and fairness with equality for all.
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