Sunday January 19, 2025  

11:00AM

2025 Howard Thurman Homily

Speaker Dr. Willie James Jennings

 

King & Faith Series' keynote address

in collaboration with NORCALMLK

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The Howard Thurman Homily is a significant annual service held at The Church for the Fellowship of All Peoples in San Francisco, organized by the Northern California Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Foundation. This service pays tribute to the influential theologian and civil rights leader, Howard Thurman, known for his impact on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

 

Over the years, this event has featured a distinguished roster of speakers, each sharing their insights on the intersection of faith, social justice, and the enduring legacy of Howard Thurman. Past speakers have included prominent civil rights activists, theologians, and community leaders who have drawn inspiration from Thurman's teachings. These speakers have eloquently addressed pressing issues of our time, invoking the spirit of Thurman and King in their calls for justice, equality, and unity. 

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The 2025 Howard Thurman Homily speaker is Dr. Willie James Jennings, Ph.D., the Andrew W. Mellon Professor of Systematic Theology and Africana Studies at Yale Divinity School.

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Soprano Hope Briggs will be the special musical guest.
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For a more detailed description of this event and the guest speaker, Dr. Jennings, visit the NORCALMLK website.