🕊️ Where Faith and Labor Unite: A Sunday to Remember at Centenary UMC

On Sunday, September 7, 2025, Centenary United Methodist Church will host a powerful event that bridges the sacred and the social: Labor in the Pulpit. Set against the historic backdrop of Memphis—a city deeply rooted in the labor and civil rights movements—this gathering promises to be more than just a Sunday service. It’s a call to conscience.

The flyer for the event features the iconic “I AM A MAN” protest signs, a visual echo of the 1968 sanitation workers’ strike that galvanized national attention and drew Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to Memphis. These words, simple yet profound, remind us that labor is not just about wages—it’s about dignity.

At 10:30 a.m., Centenary UMC will open its doors to congregants, community leaders, and labor advocates alike. The tagline “Where Faith & Labor Come Together” isn’t just a slogan—it’s a mission. Supported by organizations like Tennessee for All, the A. Philip Randolph Institute (APRI), Workers Interfaith Network, and the Memphis & West Tennessee Labor Council, this event embodies a coalition of voices committed to justice.

In a time when workers across industries are demanding fair treatment, safe conditions, and living wages, Labor in the Pulpit offers a spiritual lens through which to view these struggles. It’s a reminder that faith communities have long stood at the forefront of social change, offering both sanctuary and strength.

Whether you’re a union member, a faith leader, or simply someone who believes in the power of collective action, this event is for you. Join Centenary UMC in honoring the legacy of labor, lifting up the voices of workers, and reaffirming that justice is a sacred pursuit.

✊🏽 Let Sunday be a sermon of solidarity.

About Centenary United Methodist Church

Centenary is a historic church that has been ministering to the community since 1865. Our mission is to be a diverse community of faith, committed to worship, spiritual growth, and service through Christian love. Join us for worship service every Sunday at 10:30 am online and in-person.