July 4th

This Fourth of July, I want to share with you some resources from the National Archives to help you and your family learn more about our Independence Day.  I hope you'll take a few minutes to share them with your family as we remember the true reason we celebrate this day.

The History of the Declaration of Independence
The birth of our nation had a major impact on the course of world history. Learn the events that led up to the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Text of the Declaration of Independence
"We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness."  Read the entire text of the Declaration of Independence. 

Facts About the Declaration of Independence
John Hancock, the President of the Continental Congress, was the first to sign the Declaration of Independence. Learn more interesting facts about the document.

I hope you have a safe and happy Fourth of July.

All4Christ,
Pastor Larry Reagan

(copied from an e-mail newsletter from a great Christian Congressmen from the state of Virginia, J. Randy Forbes)