Al's Outreach Outtakes

A national holiday that almost everyone looks forward to, a celebration of our country’s independence. In looking up the history (something I enjoy reading) I was surprised to learn how quickly the resolution passed in Congress. It took all of two days! How times have changed.
 
I did discover that the use of fireworks and their association with July 4 ^th began the year after the declaration was signed. Yep, the first usage was in Philadelphia on July 4, 1777, when ship’s cannons fired a thirteen gun salute in honor of the thirteen colonies. That night, more fireworks were used, including thirteen more rockets. The tradition has stuck ever since.
 
I do hope you have, and are, enjoying this special weekend. Please take time to pray for peace and liberty for all. Freedom does not come easily, but it is worth fighting for!