The afternoon service served as a call to action for the Portland community to continue King’s work of advocacy and justice.
SPOKANE, Wash. – Sunday marks the 135th anniversary of Calvary Baptist Church, the oldest Black church in Washington State.
Two centuries later, the church still opens its doors every Sunday, with members coming from all walks of life.
Vancouver Avenue First Baptist Church in North Portland commemorated Dr. Martin Luther King on Sunday, Jan. 19., 2025, with the 19th Empower the Dream Annual Inter-Faith & Community Service.