The Rev. Gregory Johnson will deliver Dr. King’s “I Have a Dream” speech during the ceremony. (Courtesy of Ocean City)
Ocean City will celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, Jan. 19. The ceremony will start at 12 p.m. at the Ocean City Tabernacle (550 Wesley Avenue).
The event brings the community together to remember Dr. King through words, song and dance. It will be followed by a complimentary soul food buffet luncheon at the Tabernacle.
Dr. Constance Pritchard, Sister Joelle Thren and Jennifer Shirk will be honored with Martin Luther King Community Service Awards. Each year, the awards recognize volunteer activity and service to the Ocean City community in the spirit of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Among other service, Dr. Pritchard has volunteered with the English Language Learning program at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church since 2012, and she’s currently the lead instructor.
Sister Joelle has served St. Damien Parish for more than 25 years and leads many intergenerational education and service programs for Ocean City residents.
Jennifer Shirk has been a volunteer with many community organizations, including the Ocean City Community Wellness Alliance, the Ocean City Free Public Library, the Ocean City Education Foundation and the Ocean City Exchange Club.
Students from grades 7 and 8 at the Ocean City Intermediate School will be honored for their winning essays on the influence of Dr. King.
As he does every year at the ceremony, the Rev. Gregory Johnson will deliver Dr. King’s “I Have a Dream” speech.
Ocean City volunteers are invited to join others nationwide in a Day of Service on Monday, Jan. 19 to honor Dr. King’s contributions.
Residents are asked to participate in a citywide cleanup from 9 a.m. to noon. Sign-up and supply distribution will take place at the Henry Knight Building, at 12th Street and Haven Avenue. To pre-register, email [email protected].
