Walking with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.: Reflections from a Civil Rights Pilgrimage

In the fall of 2024, I had the profound honor of participating in a Civil Rights Pilgrimage — a journey that moved not only across state lines, but deep into the soul of America's history. From sites of protest to spaces of resilience and remembrance, each stop revealed stories of struggle, courage, and hope that continue to shape our present.

This pilgrimage transformed me. It opened my eyes, broke my heart, and rekindled my commitment to justice. Along the way, I didn’t just encounter history — I met its living legacy in the people and places that still carry its weight and wisdom.

Through the video linked here — and in the blog posts that follow — I invite you to travel with me. Come listen to voices that still cry out for dignity and equity. Remember the names and the places that demand we never forget. And perhaps, like me, you’ll find yourself reflecting on what it means to live with courage, compassion, and conscience today.

Each blog post offers a glimpse into the journey — a moment of insight, a powerful encounter, or a quiet turning point. Some reflections are raw, others more contemplative. All are shared in the spirit of truth-telling and faithful witness.

Reflections from the Journey:

• Blog #1: "I AM A Man" — A meditation on dignity, protest, and the enduring cry for recognition.

• Blog #2: "Metamorphoses" — Exploring personal and collective transformation in sacred spaces.

• Blog #3: "I’m Just a Flag-Waving American…" — Wrestling with patriotism, privilege, and perspective.

• Blog #4: "Losing Our Traditions" — Letting go of what no longer serves, in order to truly remember and rebuild.

Thank you for reading. I hope these reflections stir your heart and inspire you to walk your own path of justice, healing, and hope.

Rev. Lynette Poulton Kamakura presents a Civil Rights Pilgrimage, October 1-9, 2024

Please also visit the Civil Rights Pilgrimage page to learn more.