Smithville Church, Bessemer, block party

First Church, Oak Grove, in Bessemer; Smithville Church, Bessemer; Union Hill Church, Bessemer; and another area church will host Freedom Block Party July 5, 5 p.m., at Oak Grove Memorial Park, featuring Team Impact, Jason Crabb and New Ground. There will also be games and rides for children and a fireworks show. For information call 205-491-1103. Lee Praytor is pastor of First, Oak Grove. Mike Simpson is pastor of Smithville. Mickey Bell is pastor of Union Hill.