The holiday proceedings took place in Ebenezer Baptist Church, where the late King once presided. The senior of that church was not present for the sermons and day of service. Rev. Raphael Warnock, who also serves as a senator for Georgia in Congress, was in Washington observing the inaugural proceedings.

Several citizens have applauded Pastor Lorenzo Sowell following his powerful prayer during the inauguration ceremony of President Donald Trump on Monday, January 20.

Rev Lorenzo Sewell's inaugural prayer echoed Martin Luther King Jr's legacy, invoking themes of freedom and hope for America under Trump's administration.