Celebrating Juneteenth: Freedom, Justice, and Hope

As followers of Jesus, we believe that every person is created in the image of God and called to live in dignity, freedom, and beloved community. On Juneteenth, we remember June 19, 1865, when news of emancipation finally reached enslaved people in Texas—more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. We celebrate this milestone in the long journey toward freedom while acknowledging the ongoing work of racial justice and reconciliation.

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We invite you to join our neighbors at the Halls Hill / High View Park Juneteenth Celebration. This family-friendly party in the park will feature barbecue, a moon bounce, face painting, bingo, and a performance by the Faycez-U-Know band honoring African American history, culture, and resilience. Admission is free, but some food and vendors will require payment.

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Friday, June 19 | 2:00–6:00 p.m.
High View Park
1945 N. Dinwiddie Street, Arlington

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As we commemorate Juneteenth, let us give thanks for those who struggled for freedom, learn from the stories of the past, and renew our commitment to loving our neighbors, seeking justice, and building the Beloved Community to which Christ calls us.

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For other options in Northern Virginia, see this article https://www.arlingtonmagazine.com/juneteenth/ from Arlington Magazine.