{"id":127424,"date":"2026-01-17T22:17:06","date_gmt":"2026-01-17T22:17:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/127424\/"},"modified":"2026-01-17T22:17:06","modified_gmt":"2026-01-17T22:17:06","slug":"mlk-commemorative-council-invites-community-to-remember-mlks-message-of-service-and-unity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/127424\/","title":{"rendered":"MLK Commemorative Council invites community to remember MLK\u2019s message of service and unity"},"content":{"rendered":"

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) – Deshun Avery is a local pastor who also serves on the MLK Commemorative Council of Lubbock.<\/p>\n

He is encouraging residents to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.\u2019s legacy through community service as it hosts a variety of commemorative events<\/a>.<\/p>\n

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: Celebrating Martin Luther King, Jr. at Lubbock Memorial Civic Center<\/a><\/p>\n

\u201cWe just never want to forget the sacrifice, the importance of loving others enough to where you can\u2019t leave them where they are, that was Doctor King,\u201d Avery said.<\/p>\n

Avery referenced one of Dr. King\u2019s most famous quotes, noting that the civil rights leader once said life\u2019s most persistent and urgent question is \u201cWhat are you doing for others?\u201d<\/p>\n

He said there will be opportunities for anyone to serve in Lubbock over the next few days.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis message, this celebration is about the light, about joy, about still progressing,\u201d Avery said. \u201cSo there\u2019s no stones, there\u2019s not trying to make anyone feel less than, it\u2019s about reflecting, coming out and enjoying the progress people made for us,\u201d Avery said.<\/p>\n

Building stronger communities<\/p>\n

In a world that can feel divided, Avery said change begins when people choose compassion and positive action.<\/p>\n

\u201cStrength is not gained in lifting by yourself, strength is gained when we help lift up others,\u201d Avery said. \u201cI truly believe that the stronger our communities will be, the stronger our nations will be, and then again, we will be able to always remember the message of hope, that I will never become what I need to be, until you become what you need to be.\u201d<\/p>\n

Avery said Lubbock serves as an example of communities standing united and serving one another.<\/p>\n

\u201cEven back in 1970\u2019s when the tornado hit, Lubbock was able to recover, rebound, and that is what community is. Resiliency is building that ability to bounce back,\u201d Avery said. \u201cSo, Lubbock is a fantastic place to remind people that the model works, if we all do it together.\u201d<\/p>\n

He said Dr. King\u2019s dream lives on, not only in history books, but in every act of service and the love people choose to show every day.<\/p>\n

Community Events<\/p>\n

A citywide service open to all, is scheduled for 5 p.m. Sunday at Lubbock Memorial Civic Center, 1501 Mac Davis Lane. <\/p>\n

MLK Day of Service events will take place throughout the community Monday. For more information, check our schedule of events here<\/a> or contact Bishop Deshun Avery at (806) 777-1597.<\/p>\n

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