2026 Black History Month at OBCC
Theme: “Unbanned Faith: Let Freedom Read"
At a time when books are banned, voices are silenced, and believing in God is discouraged, we must remember that God is hope and God expects us to have faith to be His instruments of love and peace.
We at The Olive Branch Community Church acknowledge African American history 365 days a year. In 2026, we join the nation-wide, century-old celebration of Black History Month --the time set aside to honor our past and point towards our future. Our 2026 theme for Black History Month is "Unbanned Faith: Let Freedom Read." This theme encourages us to appreciate the connection between the historical struggle for literacy and spiritual and intellectual freedom. The theme provides a natural bridge between faith, education, and social justice, leveraging the power of literature/storytelling and the biblical theme of liberation. It declares our embrace of hope, our determination to read, and our commitment to tell others.
John 8:32 – “...And you will know the truth and the truth will set you free.”
Psalm 52:8-- “...I am like an olive tree flourishing in the house of God; I trust in God’s unfailing love for ever and ever.”
We invite you to view our African American History and Culture Ministry page.
Session Information
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Session 1
Minister Kristin Kelly
Reading Freely (Live): Youth Voices on Black Authors & Shared Truths
The series opens with a dynamic, interactive discussion – moderated by Minister Kelly— involving young people reflecting on texts from Black authors that have inspired them. Their conversation will reveal how reading is an act of freedom.
Theme: “Unbanned Faith: Let Freedom Read"
At a time when books are banned, voices are silenced, and believing in God is discouraged, we must remember that God is hope and God expects us to have faith to be His instruments of love and peace.
We at The Olive Branch Community Church acknowledge African American history 365 days a year. In 2026, we join the nation-wide, century-old celebration of Black History Month --the time set aside to honor our past and point towards our future. Our 2026 theme for Black History Month is "Unbanned Faith: Let Freedom Read." This theme encourages us to appreciate the connection between the historical struggle for literacy and spiritual and intellectual freedom. The theme provides a natural bridge between faith, education, and social justice, leveraging the power of literature/storytelling and the biblical theme of liberation. It declares our embrace of hope, our determination to read, our commitment to tell others, and the power to flourish in this world.
John 8:32 – “...And you will know the truth and the truth will set you free.”
Psalm 52:8-- “...I am like an olive tree flourishing in the house of God; I trust in God’s unfailing love for ever and ever.”
We invite you to view our African American History and Culture Ministry page.
