Birmingham Revolution: Martin Luther King Jr.'s Epic Challenge to the Church By Edward Gilbreath My rating: 4 of 5 stars Solitary confinement in prison can be a shattering psychological experience, one often used to break the spirit of those imprisoned. For Martin Luther King, Jr., solitary confinement served not only to further forge the character of this civil rights leader, but resulted in one of the signature documents of the civil rights movement, indeed, one of the most important human rights … [Read more...] about Book Review: Birmingham Revolution
Martin Luther King Jr.
Remembering Martin Luther King, Jr.
How do you remember Martin Luther King, Jr? Last year I asked my elementary aged kids whether the cover of their MLK booklets depicted Martin Luther King, Jr., preaching. They wondered why. Apparently, they hadn't learned about Martin Luther King, Jr., as a Reverend. An educational moment which inspired further conversation. How do you remember, understand, process, celebrate, share the life of Martin Luther King, Jr., with friends, family, and colleagues? If you haven't thought about it enough today and/or desire … [Read more...] about Remembering Martin Luther King, Jr.