Written By JR Robinson

In a time when our city and county are deeply divided by political tensions, government strife, and challenges that weigh heavily on our community, moments of true unity stand as lights of hope. On Sunday, October 12, 2025, at 10:00 AM, Impact Baptist Ministries will host a special service entitled Faith & Blue Sunday at 2025 Clifton Avenue, Memphis, TN 38127.

This gathering is not simply another church service. It is a powerful opportunity for Memphis leaders, faith communities, law enforcement, and citizens to come together in fellowship, prayer, and collaboration—with one goal: building bridges of trust and healing in a season when division runs deep.

A Bipartisan Commitment to Unity

What makes this occasion especially meaningful is that it is being championed by two Shelby County Commissioners who represent different political perspectives but share one commitment—the betterment of our community. Commissioner Charlie Caswell, Jr., who will serve as Master of Ceremonies, and Commissioner Mick Wright are both lending their voices and presence to this service. Their participation underscores a crucial message: unity across party lines is possible, and it begins by putting the people first.

At a moment when distrust of government and polarization threaten to fracture our city, it is not insignificant that leaders on opposite sides of the aisle are working hand-in-hand to make Faith & Blue Sunday a reality. Together, they remind us that solutions do not come through division but through dialogue, respect, and partnership.

Strengthening Faith, Trust, and Community

Faith & Blue Sunday will serve as a powerful reminder that our institutions—churches, law enforcement, and civic bodies—are strongest when they work together. Guided by the leadership of Reverend Mike Ellis, Sr. of Impact Baptist Ministries, this service will be more than a symbolic moment—it will be a catalyst for healing, connection, and the kind of public trust that Memphis urgently needs.

Following the service, a fellowship lunch will be provided, creating space for real conversations to continue in the spirit of hospitality and community.

Why Your Presence Matters

At a time when many feel distant from their leaders and institutions, this is a chance to close the gap. Your presence represents more than attendance—it represents a commitment to help shape a safer, stronger, and more united Memphis.

Faith & Blue Sunday is not merely an event; it is a call to action. It is a call to every leader, every resident, and every institution to rise above division and join hands in faith, respect, and service.

Event Details

• Date: Sunday, October 12, 2025

• Time: 10:00 AM

• Location: Impact Baptist Ministries, 2025 Clifton Avenue, Memphis, TN 38127

• Master of Ceremonies: Commissioner Charlie Caswell, Jr.

• With Special Support From: Commissioner Mick Wright

A Message to Our Community and Leaders

Memphis needs leaders who are willing to lean in, listen, and lead together. As Commissioners Caswell and Wright demonstrate, this is not about party or politics—this is about people.

On October 12th, we have a chance to show our community that we are stronger when we stand as one. Let us put aside the division, if only for a moment, and step into a day marked by faith, fellowship, and shared purpose.

We invite all elected officials, law enforcement partners, faith leaders, and community members to join us for this important moment. Together, let us declare that hope is stronger than despair, unity is stronger than division, and Memphis is stronger when we walk forward together.