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Read a letter from Pastor Tom about this year's Gift Offering YOU ARE WELCOME HERE Mars Hill Community Church exists to invest our lives in sharing Jesus Christ and grow His followers. PLAN YOUR VISIT WHAT WE BELIEVE NEW? START HERE! LEARN MORE LIVESTREAM SERVICE WATCH NOW SUPPORT BY GIVING DONATE WELCOME WE'RE SO GLAD YOU'RE HERE Mars Hill Community Church is an independent, non-denominational Bible church serving the communities of Cobb and Paulding Counties for over 25 years. We are resolutely focused on investing our lives in sharing Jesus Christ and growing His followers. We invite you to join in life-giving community, transformational Bible study, and kingdom-focused ministry. LEARN MORE LISTEN TO SERMONS UPCOMING EVENTS Learn More Learn More Learn More Learn More Learn More Learn More Address 109 Mars Hill Road Powder Springs, GA 30127 Phone (678) 797-0814 Email office@marshillcc.com Connect STAY UP TO DATE Keep up with current events, sermons, & news from MHCC! JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST FOLLOW THE PODCAST UPCOMING EVENTS

"Go therefore and make disciples of all nations" Matthew 28:19 At Mars Hill Community Church we spread the love of God in our community and around the world through local and global outreach. We currently partner and support a number of local, domestic, and global missions. Through these partnerships we aim to help individuals discover their gifts and passions and deploy them into meaningful ministry. UPCOMING MISSION TRIPS Application Due January 26, 2025 OUR MISSIONS PARTNERS OUR LOCAL OUTREACH PARTNERS Matt Russell Missions & Ministries Pastor Mail

Sermon Discussion Below you'll find the pastor's presentations associated with each sermon along with discussion questions for your Life Group to use in response to each week's sermon. 12/15/24 Luke 2:8-20 "To Us a Son is Given , pt. 3: God's Favorite Kid(s)" Pastor Tom Gray Presentation 12/08/24 Matthew 1 "To Us a Son is Given , pt. 2: A Royal Lineage" Pastor Aaron Crawford What stood out to you today? Do you have anyone in your family tree that stands out for any reason? What name or names stood out to you the most as we worked through Jesus’ lineage in Matthew chapter 1? Why did they stand out? The first big point from the sermon was that the genealogy reminds us that all (even outsiders) are welcomed into the family and kingdom of God. What does that truth stir in you? Who are the “outsiders” / “lost” that you are around on a daily basis that need to know this truth? This genealogy also highlights God’s faithfulness despite His chosen people’s continual sin, rebellion and unfaithfulness. It is a list of names that speaks to God’s abundance of mercy and grace toward His image bearers. How have you seen this truth in your own life? Where have you experienced His grace recently? Matthew 1 also reminds us that while God may take His time (according to our perspective), He still keeps His word. What are some biblical examples of this? How have you experienced this truth in your own life? Presentation 12/01/24 Isaiah 8:22-9:7 "To Us a Son is Given , pt. 1: Son Light" Pastor Tom Gray Presentation 11/24/24 Colossians 2:8-10 "Colossians , pt. 8: Fulfilled" Pastor Tom Gray What stood out to you this week? What are some “traditions of men” (v. 8) that hold a lot of weight with people that can distract us from Jesus? What are some things that you look to for “fulfillment” in life? Security, significance, and acceptance are the three foundational elements of fulfillment. How do we see these three things demonstrated in Christ’s work and love for us? What has been your experience with leaning into source issues (where we look for fulfillment) and seeker issues (our own selves) over Christ? What did you learn from those moments? Full surrender is necessary for finding that total fulfillment in Christ. Why do you think the idea of fully surrendering to Jesus is so difficult for so many people? Presentation 11/17/24 Colossians 2:4-7 "Colossians , pt. 7: Our Heads" Pastor Tom Gray What stood out to you this week? How does community (the church) help us in our growth of knowledge of Gods word? How often do you actively think of the enemy and his plan to deceive and divide? How have you seen the enemy at work in or around you? What made you realize that it was the enemy attacking? Why do you think truth and love are the best antidotes to the enemy’s attacks? Why do you think “well reasoned”, yet slightly false, arguments are so attractive? How do we strengthen our discernment in these areas? Read Colossians 2:7. Why is this so important to everything we have discussed today? Tom challenged us to “keep it simple” with the fundamentals of our faith. What are those fundamentals that you find easy to forget? Why is reminding ourselves of these simple truths so important? Presentation

EVERY SUNDAY AT 6:00-8:00pm | 6th-12th Grade Welcome! Forming Students who hear and do God's Word. (James 1:22) This is a place where students and leaders gather together to dive into God’s Word together on a weekly basis, as we strive to be more like Christ and point others to Him. It is our desire to help middle and high school students become well equipped in being able to live a life worthy of the calling God has given each one of us. Our desire is to raise up the next generation of leaders that will advance God’s kingdom, no matter their career choice or platform! Have questions about how to get your student(s) plugged into our ministry? Contact our Student Pastor, Michael Pleasant. Sunday Nights All rising 6th through recently graduated 12th grade students are invited to join us on Sunday evenings, from 6 - 8 PM for a time of food, games, worship, Bible study and small groups. For the Spring 2025 semester, we will be studying the book of 1st Corinthians. We meet in the Student Room (located under the main worship center) and would love for you to join us! Pizza & soda is available for $1 each. MHS will resume meeting on Sunday, January 5th 2025. MHS will NOT MEET on the following Sundays in the spring semester: 2/16, 3/16, 3/30, 4/6, 4/20, 5/11. Throughout the Week Deep Dives: All 6th - 12th grade students are invited to join on the first Wednesday of the month from 6:30 - 8 PM! Deep Dive is a discussion based time, where students and leaders discuss cultural topics from a Biblical perspective and response. Snacks are provided at all Deep Dives. Spring 2025 Deep Dive Dates: February 5th, 6:30 - 8 PM March 5th, 6:30 - 8 PM April 2nd, 6:30 - 8 PM May 7th, 6:30 - 8 PM Hangouts - Typically on the last Wednesday of the month we have "Hangouts", from 6:30 - 8:00 PM. These events are designed for fun and fellowship within our ministry. Spring 2025 Hangout Dates: January 29th, 6:30 - 8:30; @ Stars & Strikes February 26th, 6:30 - 8:30 March 26th, 6:30 - 8:30 April 30th, 6:30 - 8 PM Parent Information & Calendar Our Spring 2025 calendar will be available soon! Our Student Ministry Team Michael Pleasant Mail Michael has served as our Student Pastor since June of 2023. A graduate from Liberty University, Michael studied Church Ministry with a focus in Theology and Apologetics. Michael loves leading students in their walks with Christ, encouraging them to know why they believe what they believe. Katie Dunn Mail Katie has been on staff with Mars Hill Students since 2021. She loves encouraging students to read God's Word and study it for themselves. She has a passion for students to know their Savior on a deep and intimate level. Small Group Leaders Mail Our group of small group leaders serve weekly to encourage and lead their students. They serve with grace, diligence and fun. Our leaders follow their group from 6th - 12th grade ensuring they build deep and meaningful relationships with their students. All volunteers are 18+ and background checked to ensure a safe environment for our students.

Parent Resources Unit 27: The time for Jesus’ rejection was at hand. After sharing a special meal with His disciples, Jesus was betrayed by one of His own and was arrested. Even as His death approached, Jesus continued to act as a perfect Priest, loving His followers and praying to the Father on their behalf. “For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are - yet he did not sin.” Hebrews 4:15, NIV Month at a Glance 1 12/1: Jesus Was Anointed (Matthew 26, Mark 14, John 12) 2 12/8: Jesus Shared a Last Meal (Matthew 26, Mark 14, Luke 22) 3 12/15: Jesus Was Arrested (Matthew 26, Mark 14, Luke 22) 4 12/22: Christmas Party Special Book Reading of "Sheila Follows the Star" by Author Lynn Jupina & Illustrator Ella Reese Tanner 5 12/29: The Wise Men (Matthew 2)

"Jesus said, 'Let the little children come to me...'" Matthew 19:14 Large Groups Mars Hill Kids has three large group environments; preschool, elementary (K-3) and Club 45 (4-5). Each week, large group leaders teach biblical truths through music, Bible teaching and creative media. We use a mix of live teaching and dynamic video elements to teach the Bible with age appropriate concepts that the children can apply. Small Groups Every Sunday, your child will attend the same small group classroom. This is a great way for the children to establish friendships and build relationships. Here, the topic for the week is introduced through age-appropriate activities. After the Large Group experience, they return to the classroom and are taught how to apply the weekly lesson to their lives. Curriculum Our mission is to partner with you as you bring up your children in the discipline and instruction of the Lord (Ephesians. 6:4). The Gospel Project consists of weekly lessons that help all ages dive deep into the big story of the Bible—God’s plan to rescue His people through His Son, Jesus Christ. Because we recognize that you are the primary discipler of your kids, we provide you with resources to continue spiritual conversations at home. Find out more by clicking the button below. Parent Resources Kathleen Pratt Preschool Director Mail Danielle Holbrook Elementary Director Mail Questions? If you are interested in serving in children's ministry, or have questions for our children's ministry directors, fill out the contact form! If it's your first time at Mars Hill Community Church, please check-in at the Children's Ministry desk. We will be happy to assist you with the short registration process and help you and your child find their classroom. Or, if you would like to save time on your upcoming visit, you can pre-register your child by clicking below. When you arrive on Sunday you will just have to provide your last name, and you're all set! Pre-Register Your Child First Name Last Name Email Message Send Thanks for submitting!

Meet The Team Mars Hill Community Church is guided by our Staff, guarded by our Elders and gifted by our Congregation. What this means in practicality is that our staff is responsible for communicating vision within their areas of responsibility, developing ministry plans to support that vision and managing the ongoing tasks within their roles. Our Elders have four primary areas of responsibility: guarding our vision and doctrine, financial oversight, church discipline and pastor accountability. Leadership at Mars Hill is not exclusive to the staff and elders. Our congregation is made up of a wide variety of men, women and students who lead and serve along with the staff and elders to make up the Body of Christ, which is the church. TOM GRAY Senior Pastor Mail KIRK PRATT Executive Pastor Mail MATT RUSSELL Missions & Ministries Pastor Mail AARON CRAWFORD Groups Pastor Mail MICHAEL PLEASANT Student Pastor Mail CHRIS MARTIN Worship Pastor Mail JIM BURT Vintage Pastor Mail MARK TANNER Facilities & Technologies Pastor Mail CONNIE JENNINGS Women's Ministry Director Mail DANIELLE HOLBROOK Elementary Director Mail KATHLEEN PRATT Preschool Director Mail KATIE DUNN Children's & Student Ministry Assistant Mail CAMERON McALLISTER Communications Director Mail JESSICA LESTER Executive Administrator Mail ETHAN BERGQUIST Worship Leader Mail TORRE STANFILL Worship Leader Mail Our Elders Ken Cantrell Ryan Caskey Doug Dyson Tom Gray Kent Lilley Mike Miller Brett Pratt Kirk Pratt Matt Russell Nolan Ware Phil Weinmeister Please contact our entire elder team by emailing mhccelders@marshillcc.com

SUPPORT US WHY WE GIVE God is generous and so he calls us to be as well. What we do with what God has given us shows the world where our hearts are at and helps proclaim the gospel. We want to glorify God with every area of our lives, and that includes what we do with our finances. DONATE NOW FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS GIVING FAQ's What is tithing and how is it practiced at Mars Hill? Tithing is the practice of giving a portion of one's income, traditionally 10%, to support the church and it's ministries. At Mars Hill, we see tithing as an act of worship and obedience to God. It allows us to fund various church activities, community outreach programs, and maintain our facilities. We encourage our congregation to tithe as a reflection of gratitude and stewardship, helping to further the work of God's Kingdom. For those interested in tithing at Mars Hill, we provide multiple convenient methods, including online giving through our website, during our Sunday services, or by mail. Your generosity enables us to make a meaningful impact both within our church community and beyond. What are the different ways I can give to Mars Hill? At Mars Hill, we understand that our congregation may prefer different methods of giving, and we aim to make this process as convenient and transparent as possible. Here are several ways you can contribute: 1. **Online Giving**: You can easily donate through our secure online portal available on the Mars Hill website. This method allows for one-time gifts or recurring donations. 2. **Text-to-Give**: Text a designated number with your donation amount. Instructions and the specific number are available on our giving page. 3. **In-Person Donations**: Contributions can be made during our weekly services. You can place cash or checks in the offering basket as it is passed around. 4. **Mail**: If you prefer, you can mail a check to our church office. Please make checks payable to Mars Hill Community Church and include any specific fund designation in the memo line. 5. **Automated Bank Withdrawals**: Set up an automatic withdrawal from your bank account for consistent, hassle-free giving. This option can be arranged through your bank or by completing a form available at our church office. Your generosity supports our mission, community programs, and church operations. If you have any questions or need assistance with any of these options, please contact our finance office. Thank you for your support and commitment to Mars Hill. How are my contributions used? Your generous contributions help us to: - Support local and global missions, expanding the reach of the gospel. - Fund community outreach programs. - Maintain and upgrade our facilities to provide a welcoming and safe environment for worship. - Support the operational costs that ensure our church runs smoothly and continues to serve the community. Every donation, no matter the size, makes a significant impact. Thank you for your support and dedication to the Mars Hill community! Are monetary gifts my only option? Many people consider monetary gifts (cash) their only giving option. Often they are unaware of the diverse opportunities available to make tax-smart and non-cash gifts. Gift options include stocks, property, donor advised funds, and charitable distributions from IRAs. How do I gift stock to Mars Hill Community Church? Click here for instructions for gifting stock to Mars Hill Community Church.

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Prayer Prayer is the common thread that runs through all areas of our Christian walk. Through prayer we can pursue a relationship with God that is both intimate and dependent. Mars Hill Community Church offers two corporate prayer times each week: Sundays at 8:00 AM in the Conference Room Tuesdays at 12:00 PM on Zoom Please join us for these! Request Prayer Open Form Prayer List View Prayer Zoom Link Tuesdays at 12:00 PM

Transforma Transforma works with women, children and immigrants living in extreme poverty in Costa Rica. Most participants are afflicted by social/job exclusion, unemployment, low education, violence, insecurity, lack of decent housing, family disintegration, early motherhood and more. One of the main ministry goals is to prevent sexual/domestic violence and human trafficking. Transforma also features human development, leadership and neuro-management programs that are based on both Biblical and scientific approaches. Transforma provides entrepreneurial, business and leadership education, as well as soft and technical skill development. Donate Website Contact

Colin Welch - Paris, France In 1905 the French government passed a law called La Laïcité. This was the beginning of the official separation of church and state. Though it was first presented as a “neutral position” on religion, it has resulted in an anti-religious mindset, growing to the point that part of the French identity is to be non-religious. Currently, France is ranked the 7th most atheistic country in the world—only 1.2% claim to be Evangelical Christians. Colin is serving in Paris, France with EFCA ReachGlobal in arts ministry, focusing on using art as a bridge to share the Gospel through relationships with artists. His vision is to see the healing of the disconnect between Christ and culture through the lives and work of artists. Website Donate