Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.: A Man within a Movement

Resources for Reimagining MLK Day

On January 19, 2026, many communities around the United States will celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day to honor the life and legacy of this remarkable Civil Rights Movement leader. Dr. King’s words, sermons, and books continue to inspire, motivate, and transform the lives of Americans deeply invested in civil and human rights for all. His voice and vision shaped a movement, and the movement shaped his voice and vision. Racial Justice Ministries invites you to draw your attention to Dr. King as a man within a movement. No movement is a single leader, but every movement is shaped by individuals who find ways to make their unique contributions to build and amplify our collective power for change. The resources highlighted below are an invitation to celebrate the impact of Dr. King’s leadership within the leader-full movement toward racial justice. May Dr. King’s voice and vision call you to take up your unique role in the work of racial justice because the movement towards racial justice continues!