A number of people from different churches and ministries got together last night for a time of sharing, connecting and praying for FreedomFEST 2007. We really sense that this year is going to be a time of grassroots outreach. That means that we will have even more “frontline” outreach tents this year positioned at all four corners of our event area. And, we will have at least two outreach tents near the walkway – right in front of the Air & Space Museum. If you’ve never done outreach like this, it’s really something to experience so many people who are spiritually hungry and curious really engage us on the Mall! We will be offering training to anyone who wants it on site on July 4th beginning at 11:00 am at the main stage Prayer Tent. We hope to see you there on the 4th!

We have two city blocks of space again this year.  And, once again we’ll have a kids/students ministry area and adult ministry area.  Except this year we will have more activities and at another stage too.  We’re excited about many churches and bands coming back this year too.  Watch for details on the multi-church worship and connection coming in mid-June.

Our hope and prayer for 2007 is to more than double our outreach efforts with more churches and more people connecting together to share Christ on the Mall on July 4th.

The music and speaking program starts from the main stage on July 4th at 12:00 pm and continues up to 8:45 pm. Basically, local bands and singers from the DC area doing 25 – 50 minute sets with special speakers between bands sharing the gospel for a few minutes with the crowds. Everyone is volunteering their time to play and speak because they have a passion to share God’s love with people. We are grateful to the bands, speakers and other key volunteers who make the main stage happen each year!

Also, WAVA Radio (105.1) FM will be there to provide the emcee needs for the day. WAVA has been a key partner with Christ On the Mall for many years! We are very grateful to them for their partnership! Look for their tent on site on the 4th!

We are excited about new partnerships for 2007 including the a number of churches in Maryland.  Watch for details on upcoming Prayer & Connection meetings for the 2007 Christ On the Mall.