Living Out the Dream: Faithful Witness in the Way of Martin Luther King Jr.

In this Voices of Faith reflection, Bishop emeritus Abraham D. Allende recalls gathering in Washington, D.C., on the 50th anniversary of the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr., and challenges the church to move beyond honoring his memory to living out his dream. Drawing on Scripture, poetry, and King’s deep grounding in the gospel, Allende reminds us that King’s vision was never only political—it was profoundly Christian, rooted in love of neighbor, repentance, and transformation.

As Lutherans, our baptismal covenant calls us to defend the dignity of every human being, resist discrimination, and work for justice and peace. This timely reflection invites us to examine how God’s love can shape our common life and witness today. Read more in Living Lutheran.