Rev. Dr. Butler will be serving as the guest pastor at First Baptist Church of Denver, marking the anniversary of Dr. King’s speaking at the church on April 16, 1962.
Dr. King’s early visits to Denver, when he visited Zion Baptist Church in Park Hill and First Baptist Church in Capitol Hill, were grounded in community. He spoke in support of the integration of communities and the realities and challenges that come with voter rights. These churches still stand today, where you can find the exact pulpit where Dr. King gave his speech many years ago. Organizing events in churches was central in Dr. King’s outreach, as they served as places of refuge for many Black Americans.*
April 19, 2026, will be this year’s Pride Service at First Baptist Church of Denver. Click here for more details on the service.
