When Faith Calls Premieres at The Carter Center, Exploring the Faith That Fueled Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy

The King Center officially premiered its powerful six-part documentary series, When Faith Calls, during a special event at The Carter Center’s Cecil B. Day Chapel and Allen Pavilion in Atlanta, bringing together distinguished leaders, scholars, media, and advocates for an evening centered on faith, justice, and the enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

More than a historical documentary, When Faith Calls offers an intimate look at the spiritual foundation that shaped Dr. King’s life and leadership. Through rare archival footage, compelling storytelling, and reflections from civil rights veterans, scholars, interfaith leaders, activists, and members of the King family, the series reveals how faith served as the driving force behind one of history’s most influential movements for justice and equality.

Spanning six episodes, the documentary follows Dr. King’s journey from his early years in Atlanta and his formation within the Black church to the defining moments of the Civil Rights Movement in Montgomery, Birmingham, Selma, and Washington. The series also highlights the creation of The King Center and the lasting global influence of Dr. King’s philosophy of nonviolence, compassion, and courageous leadership.

The evening brought together a powerhouse of community, leadership, and legacy, welcoming members of the King family, civil rights icons, elected officials, faith leaders, scholars, media, and changemakers from across the country. Their presence reflected the continued importance of preserving Dr. King’s vision while inspiring a new generation to lead with faith, service, and purpose.

Among those in attendance were Dr. Bernice A. King, Dr. Alveda C. King, Isaac Newton Farris Jr., Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens, Soledad O’Brien, Representative Justin J. Pearson, Ambassador Andrew Young Jr., and recording artist Montell Jordan, alongside numerous faith leaders, historians, and community advocates committed to carrying Dr. King’s legacy forward.

Throughout the evening, speakers reflected on the importance of preserving Dr. King’s message while encouraging a new generation to embrace faith as more than belief alone. The series illustrates that Dr. King’s commitment to justice was inseparable from his spiritual convictions, demonstrating how faith became the foundation for his leadership and his unwavering pursuit of equality.

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Created by The Martin Luther King Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change, When Faith Calls presents Dr. King not simply as a historic figure, but as a man whose deepest convictions inspired a movement that continues to influence communities around the world.

The Atlanta premiere served as both a celebration of the documentary and a reminder that the principles of faith, service, and nonviolence remain just as relevant today as they were during the Civil Rights Movement. Through powerful storytelling and historical reflection, When Faith Calls invites audiences to reflect on the enduring impact of Dr. King’s life and the ongoing responsibility to carry his vision of justice, compassion, and hope forward for generations to come.