When Faith Calls Premieres at The Carter Center

What happens when faith demands action?

That powerful question set the tone for the premiere of When Faith Calls, a groundbreaking six-part documentary series presented by The King Centerand premiered at The Carter Center’s Cecil B. Day Chapel and the Allen Pavilion in Atlanta.

More than a historical documentary, the series is a profound exploration of how faith shaped the life, leadership, and enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Through rare archival footage, testimony from civil rights veterans, scholars, interfaith leaders, activists, and members of the King family, When Faith Calls uncovers the spiritual foundation beneath one of history’s greatest moral leaders.

The series reminds us that Dr. King’s faith was never separate from his activism—it was the source of it.

Faith called. Everything else followed.

Spanning six compelling episodes, the documentary follows Dr. King’s journey from his early years in Atlanta and the influence of the Black church, through Montgomery, Birmingham, Selma, and Washington, ultimately culminating in the establishment of The King Center and the ongoing global impact of his philosophy of nonviolence.

The premiere welcomed an extraordinary gathering of leaders, advocates, media, and distinguished guests, including:

• Dr. Bernice A. King
• Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens
• Journalist Soledad O’Brien
• Representative Justin J. Pearson
• Ambassador Andrew Young Jr.
• Recording artist Montell Jordan

The evening celebrated not only the legacy of Dr. King but also the continued relevance of faith, justice, and courageous leadership in today’s world.