Hills Alive 2008

Last weekend was the big Hills Alive free summer music festival. I did go for a few hours each day. The weather was nice, in 80's, not like most previous years at 110 degrees. There were thunderstorms around but they split and went around the festival.
It was huge! Over 20.000 people for almost every Christian band or speaker. This picture is from Greg Laurie giving a wonderful message of Gods love and forgiveness.
Other groups were Mandisa, Brandon Heath, Tree 63, Toby Mac and many more.

You can see the big stage, even had a big screen up this year so those far away could see. I know they didn't have any problem hearing, LOT'S of big power full speakers!
Many blue balloons were released, one for each child that was sponsored for Mission of Mercy.

This is in our big city park, many stand up close to the front but most bring their lawn chairs, blankets and even awnings , coolers with water and snacks etc.
It is amazing how many people come. They have 4 big stages with different groups, bands, speakers and the Kids stage had a lot of fun things going on. Even a Christian illusionist.

There was also many Merchandise and food Vendors. One was called the Manna Hut.
There was soda, Ice cream, hot dogs and much more. A lot of free Christian flyer's and merchandise was given out. We hope that some who just came out of curiosity had the opportunity to learn of Our Great Loving Saviour.