A Baptist Church in Georgia that produced evangelical-themed films like "Fireproof" and "Courageous" received thousands for its annual Independence Day celebration.

Sherwood Baptist Church of Albany, Ga., held its eighth annual "Freedom Fest" on Sunday, July 1 at itsSports Park and had an estimated 5,000 attendees.

"This Southwest Georgia community event takes place during the week of July 4th and is an American celebration of patriotism, freedom, and our national heritage," reads an info sheet on the event.

"We desire to celebrate the founding of our great country in a fun environment that is safe for the whole family ... We request all communities in the surrounding Albany area to attend. We also desire to honor our military on this day."

Kenneth Bevel, the coordinator for Freedom Fest, told The Christian Post that the event had over 600 volunteers helping out for the free-to-the-public event.

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