Tonight at 7 p.m. at St. Paul's UMC in Cedar Rapids

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration at St. Paul’s UMC

The Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration at St. Paul's' promises to be another inspiring program filled with music, an outstanding speaker from the local community, and the presentation of the Percy and Lileah Harris "Who is My Neighbor Award". The 10Th annual award will be presented during the Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration at St. Paul’s UMC on January 19, 2009 at 7:00 pm.

Our speaker this year is Jerry Matchett, General Manager of Staples Office Supply Store, here in Cedar Rapids. He as served on many boards and has been involved with many community activities. Mr. Matchett was born Tuskegee, Alabama, but shortly moved to South Dakota. As a young teenager, he moved to Ames, Iowa. Mr. Matchett has a Bachelor of Liberal Studies-Management, Psychology and Commutation from the University of Northern Iowa.

Plan to attend this year's celebration - to be inspired by Mr. Matchett; to hear the music of the Gospel Choir of Johnson School of the Arts and of Mt. Zion's Men's Choir and of St. Paul's Music Ministry; to celebrate the new honoree of the "Who is My Neighbor Award" - and all to be done as a reminder of the enduring contributions of Dr. King.

Who's My Neighbor Award

In the January, 2000, the first Percy and Lileah Harris "Who is My Neighbor" Award was presented to Dr. and Mrs. Harris and all future awards will carry their name. The award plaque reads "In recognition of a lifelong faith commitment to living in harmony with others and to promoting equality and social justice in the community.” This year’s award will be the tenth award presented at the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration at St. Paul’s.

"Who is My Neighbor" is based on the story of the Good Samaritan Jesus told in response to the question, "Who is my neighbor?" Dr. King also used the story of the Good Samaritan in his final speech in Memphis just before he was assassinated in 1968.

The recipient of the award needs to meet these criteria:
1. Acts out of a religious faith base
2. Is caring and compassionate.
3. Is community oriented.
4. Is a good neighbor to all.
5. Lives within Linn County.

If you have further questions on this year's event, please contact Robin Tucker, Publicity Chair at tuckerusa@aol.com. You are cordially invited to attend the public celebration on January 19, 2009 at 7 pm. This year’s program promises to continue our great tradition, the music and a dramatic reading of Martin Luther King Jr.’s words. St. Paul’s United Methodist Church is located at 1340 Third Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

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January 19, 2009 - Our Event is tonight at 7 p.m.

Happy Dr. Martin Luther King Holiday everyone! Please join us today!

We hope you will join us tonight at 7 p.m. at St. Paul's UMC to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. and be on for the presentation of the 10Th annual Percy and Lileah Harris "Who is My Neighbor" Award.

You are cordially invited to attend the public celebration on January 19, 2009 at 7 pm. This year’s program promises to continue our great tradition, the music and a dramatic reading of Martin Luther King Jr.’s words. St. Paul’s United Methodist Church is located at 1340 Third Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Press Release for this year's Martin Luther King Dr. Day Celebration

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Robin Tucker

Tel.: 319-366-7791 x 103
Email: tuckerusa@aol.com
Web: http://cedarrapidswhoismyneighbor.blogspot.com

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration at St. Paul’s UMC

The Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration at St. Paul's' promises to be another inspiring program filled with music, an outstanding speaker from the local community, and the presentation of the Percy and Lileah Harris "Who is My Neighbor Award". The 10Th annual award will be presented during the Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration at St. Paul’s UMC on January 19, 2009 at 7:00 pm.

Our speaker this year is Jerry Matchett, General Manager of Staples Office Supply Store, here in Cedar Rapids. He as served on many boards and has been involved with many community activities. Mr. Matchett was born Tuskegee, Alabama, but shortly moved to South Dakota. As a young teenager, he moved to Ames, Iowa. Mr. Matchett has a Bachelor of Liberal Studies-Management, Psychology and Commutation from the University of Northern Iowa.

Plan to attend this year's celebration - to be inspired by Mr. Matchett; to hear the music of the Gospel Choir of Johnson School of the Arts and of Mt. Zion's Men's Choir and of St. Paul's Music Ministry; to celebrate the new honoree of the "Who is My Neighbor Award" - and all to be done as a reminder of the enduring contributions of Dr. King.

Who's My Neighbor Award

In the January, 2000, the first Percy and Lileah Harris "Who is My Neighbor" Award was presented to Dr. and Mrs. Harris and all future awards will carry their name. The award plaque reads "In recognition of a lifelong faith commitment to living in harmony with others and to promoting equality and social justice in the community.” This year’s award will be the tenth award presented at the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration at St. Paul’s.

"Who is My Neighbor" is based on the story of the Good Samaritan Jesus told in response to the question, "Who is my neighbor?" Dr. King also used the story of the Good Samaritan in his final speech in Memphis just before he was assassinated in 1968.

The recipient of the award needs to meet these criteria:
1. Acts out of a religious faith base
2. Is caring and compassionate.
3. Is community oriented.
4. Is a good neighbor to all.
5. Lives within Linn County.

If you have further questions, please contact Robin Tucker, Publicity Chair at tuckerusa@aol.com. You are cordially invited to attend the public celebration on January 19, 2009 at 7 pm. This year’s program promises to continue our great tradition, the music and a dramatic reading of Martin Luther King Jr.’s words. St. Paul’s United Methodist Church is located at 1340 Third Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

www.cedarrapidswhoismyneighbor.blogspot.com .

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United Way Event: 1/19/09 Remembering Martin Luther King Luncheon

Received the following from the United Way of East Central Iowa today...

Remembering Martin Luther King Luncheon

United Way of East Central Iowa and the Rotary Club of Cedar Rapids, will honor 19 area students at the annual Remembering Martin Luncheon on Monday, January 19, from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm at the Crowne Plaza Five Seasons Hotel, 350 First Avenue NE, in Cedar Rapids. The keynote speaker for the event is Akwi Nji-Dawson, Language Arts Instructor and Director of The Academy for Scholastic and Personal Success.The luncheon is open to the community. Cost is $9 per person and reservations must be made by Wednesday, January 14. If you would like to attend, please RSVP at 398-5372, ext. 36 or jsweeney@uweci.org.

The luncheon commemorates the life and vision of Dr. King by recognizing student leaders who demonstrate his honorable characteristics through their volunteer work, school attendance and positive behavior. One student from each middle school and high school in the Cedar Rapids area is selected for this award by their school administration. Click here to view the MLK Luncheon poster.

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Don't forget the two events on Monday, January 19, 2009, the United Way luncheon and our evening event at St. Paul's UMC at 7 p.m. We cordially invite you to attend the:

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration at St. Paul’s UMC

The presentation of the Percy and Lileah Harris 10Th annual "Who is My Neighbor Award."

In the January, 2000, the first Percy and Lileah Harris "Who is My Neighbor" Award was presented to Dr. and Mrs. Harris and all future awards will carry their name. The award plaque reads "In recognition of a lifelong faith commitment to living in harmony with others and to promoting equality and social justice in the community. This year’s award will be the tenth award presented at the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration at St. Paul’s.

"Who is My Neighbor" is based on the story of the Good Samaritan Jesus told in response to the question, "Who is my neighbor?" Dr. King also used the story of the Good Samaritan in his final speech in Memphis just before he was assassinated in 1968.

The recipient of the award needs to meet these criteria:

1. Acts out of a religious faith base
2. Is caring and compassionate.
3. Is community oriented.
4. Is a good neighbor to all.
5. Lives within Linn County.

The St. Paul's UMC event is not a Luncheon and no reservations are requested.

Celebrate the Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday and day of service.

Robin Tucker

What is the "Who Is My Neighbor" Award

The "Who Is My Neighbor" Award is based on the following criteria:

“Who is My Neighbor” is based on the story of the Good Samaritan Jesus told in response to the question, “Who is my neighbor?” Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. also used the story of the Good Samaritan in his final speech in Memphis just before he was assassinated in 1968. The recipient of the 10Th annual award needs to meet these criteria:

1. Acts out of a religious faith base.
2. Is caring and compassionate.
3. Is community oriented.
4. Is a good neighbor to all.
5. Lives within Linn County.

We are meeting today to look at this year's nominees. We encourage you to attend this year's Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration held on January 19, 2009 at 7 p.m. at St. Paul's UMC. All are welcome.

peace

January, 1, 2009: Happy New Year

We hope you will consider attending our up coming event on January 19, 2009 at St. Paul's UMC. This year's Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration will be at 7 p.m. Please consider making it part of your New Year's Resolutions for 2009.

All are welcome. Please join us, as we present the 10Th anniversary of the "Who Is My Neighbor" award.

peace

The Flood of 2008: Impact on one local church

KCRG-TV aired a recent story on Dec 28, 2008 titled "Flood-damaged Church Boasts Best Year Ever" on Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Join us on January 19, 2009 at the Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration, where the Mt. Zion Men's Chorus will be performing again.

The Flood of 2008 has been hard on our community, but there are many wonderful stories despite the hardships of the Flood, like the good news at Mt. Zion.

We look forward to our brothers and sisters from Mt. Zion participating and attending this year's Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration Event. We welcome all within our community to attend this year's event.

peace

Less than Four Weeks until this year's Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration

Please join us for the presentation of the 10TH annual "Who Is My Neighbor" Award during this year's Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration on January 19, 2009 at 7 p.m. at St. Paul's UMC in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Keynote Speaker

Various Presentations

Music

Community Fellowship

& More

Five Weeks until 2009 Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration at St. Paul's UMC

Today, Monday, December 15, 2008, is five weeks from the Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday and the 2009 Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration at St. Paul's UMC. We hope you will make plans to attend our celebration on the 19Th of January at 7 p.m here in Cedar Rapids.

Thank you!

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African American museum to reopen next month

Per The Gazette online story dated December 15, 2008 titled "African American museum to open next month, with events January 16 and 17, 2009.

Great news for the African American Museum of Iowa, which has been closed, due to the Flood of 2008.

Proceeds from the 2009 Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration will be split with the African American Museum of Iowa this year. Our event will be Monday, January 19, 2009 at 7 p.m. at St. Paul's UMC in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

We hope you will find it in your way to help support the Museum.

The article indicated that the new permanent exhibit will hopefully be completed by December 2009. The original permanent exhibit was destroyed by the Flood of 2008.

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January 19, 2009: the Gospel choir of Johnson Elementary School of the Arts will perform at MLK Jr. Day Celebration

We are pleased to report that one of the music programs for this year's Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration will be the performers from the Johnson Elementary School of the Arts. The gospel choir is directed by Ms. Cox and again will be one of the many threats of this year's event.

We have enjoyed previous performances from one of the school's choirs and look forward to seeing the young performers again this year.

Reminder, this year's event will be at 7 p.m. on Monday, January 19, 2009 at St. Paul's UMC.

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Plan to attend the 2009 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration at St. Paul's UMC

St. Paul's United Methodist Church of Cedar Rapids, Iowa will host it's annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration event at 7:00 p.m. on January 19, 2009. We hope you will mark your calendar and make this year's event a part of your life.

The event will include the presentation of the Percy & Lileah Harris "Who is My Neighbor" Award. In addition to this year's award presentation, you will enjoy music, a variety of presentations and an outstanding keynote speaker.

Our blog is beginning now. It will provide information about the upcoming event on January 19, 2009, which will mark the 10Th anniversary of the "Who Is My Neighbor" Award. In addition, we will reflect on past Martin Luther King Day Celebrations held at St. Paul's UMC.

This year's offering will be shared with the African American Historical Museum & Cultural Center of Iowa.

On June 13, 2008 the
Museum took a tremendous hit from the flooding on the Cedar River in
downtown Cedar Rapids.

Past Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebrations have included outstanding recipients of the "Who Is My Neighbor" Award, keynote speakers from various places, outstanding music from guest soloists, the gospel choir of the Johnson Elementary School of the Arts, Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Men's Chorus and various music from St. Paul's UMC.

We are beginning to organize this year's event. We invite you to stop by to learn more about the event and the event's history.

Again, we invite you to join us on January 19, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Paul's UMC, 1340 Third Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52403. The church's phone number is 319-363-2058.

peace