Dr. Alveda King Joins Coral Ridge Ministries as Ambassador and Media Personality
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. Coral Ridge Ministries (CRM) is excited to announce that Dr. Alveda King, a prominent pro-life advocate and evangelist, joined CRM as an official ambassador and media personality, effective July 1, 2024. She will also serve as chair of the CRM prayer committee. Dr. King, the niece of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., brings a wealth of experience and a passionate commitment to life and faith that will greatly enhance CRM’s outreach and impact.
CRM is a part of the Coral Ridge family of ministries, under the leadership of Dr. Robert Pacienza, which also includes Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church and the newly founded Institute for Faith and Culture (IFC). IFC is a national cultural outreach organization which serves to equip Christians for this cultural moment. Dr. Chris Leader, who serves as Chief of Staff to Dr. King, has also been brought on as the Director of Engagement for IFC. In his new role, Dr. Leader will continue to oversee Speak for Life which was founded by Dr. King and is dedicated to mobilizing generations of pro-life advocates who boldly speak for life. Speak for Life now falls under the umbrella of IFC, aligning perfectly with IFC’s mission to equip Christians for this cultural moment.
Dr. Pacienza expressed his enthusiasm for the new additions: “We are honored to welcome Dr. Alveda King and Dr. Chris Leader to our ministry family. Their leadership and passion will undoubtedly amplify our efforts to defend religious liberty and proclaim the Gospel. This partnership represents a significant growth and expansion for Coral Ridge, reinforcing our commitment to making an impact for the Kingdom through culture and media.”
Lauren Cooley, Executive Director of IFC, also shared her excitement: “The integration of Speak for Life into IFC, under the capable leadership of Dr. Chris Leader, will strengthen our ability to equip Christians with a biblical worldview and the ability to put that worldview into action. Dr. Alveda King’s role at Speak for Life and at CRM will further extend our reach.”
Dr. King commented: “I am truly honored to join Coral Ridge Ministries. I have long admired the organizations founded by D. James Kennedy and am grateful for this new platform. Together, we will proclaim the sanctity of human life and the truth of the Gospel, bringing hope and healing to our nation and beyond.”
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