Today we celebrate our independence as citizens of the United States. Although we often think that the colonies declared their independence from Great Britain on July 4, the date of the formal declaration of independence was July 2, 1776. July 4 was the date the final text of the Declaration was approved, and it wasn’t … Read more
ALMIGHTY God, who hast given us this good land for our heritage; We humbly beseech thee that we may always prove ourselves a people mindful of thy favour and glad to do thy will. Bless our land with honourable industry, sound learning, and pure manners. Save us from violence, discord, and confusion; from pride and … Read more
O ETERNAL God, through whose mighty power our fathers won their liberties of old; Grant, we beseech thee, that we and all the people of this land may have grace to maintain these liberties in righteousness and peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. ~ Collect for Independence Day, 1928 Book of Common Prayer Enjoy … Read more
The video below tells the story of how “The Star Spangled Banner” came to be, a story of our flag standing on the bodies of patriots who died for her. ALMIGHTY God, who hast given us this good land for our heritage; We humbly beseech thee that we may always prove ourselves a people mindful … Read more
Today we celebrate 238 years of freedom since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. May God always bless America! I consider myself a patriotic America, but on national days, I always think of my husband, Jack, who loved his homeland with a passion. Enjoy this collection of patriotic songs to celebrate the Fourth of … Read more
God bless America! Enjoy the video of Disney’s Fourth of July fireworks.
I’m so excited! Grand opening of Lil Country Store starts Thursday, July 4th. We have so many fun things planned. I’ve been practicing my storytelling. Come hear a story every hour on the half-hour: a horror story of dealing with a couple of them big companies and how Lil Country Store don’t do business like … Read more
Today as we celebrate Independence Day, let us remember the sacrifices of our founding fathers and of those who have fought for our freedom throughout our history. ALMIGHTY God, who hast given us this good land for our heritage; We humbly beseech thee that we may always prove ourselves a people mindful of thy favour … Read more
Today in the United States we remember the signing of the Declaration of Independence 235 years ago. We thank God for the freedoms we are blessed with in this country. May continue to bless America. O ETERNAL God, through whose mighty power our fathers won their liberties of old; Grant, we beseech thee, that we … Read more
O ETERNAL God, through whose mighty power our fathers won their liberties of old; Grant, we beseech thee, that we and all the people of this land may have grace to maintain these liberties in righteousness and peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.