ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) – Memorial Baptist Church held a special service to commemorate America’s 250th birthday.
Pastor Donnie Barnes says the milestone gave the church a reason to come together and reflect.
He says the service focused on giving thanks for the freedoms and liberties people have in the United States.
“We just wanted to come together, thank God for giving us the liberties that we have, and praise the Lord for the freedoms that he gives,” said Barnes…