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Prayer List To submit a request, click the button below. Prayer Requests will be kept on the Church Prayer list for 2 weeks, unless updates are sent in regarding the prayer request. Requests may also be kept confidential. Please allow some time for the list to be updated after submitting. Request Prayer Current Requests 11/30/24 I would appreciate prayer for my sister Lee Winters. She recently lost her husband on Sept. 4th of this yr. And just when she started her grieving. She had two floods in her home. Now she has to move from her home for 3 months till all is repaired. Thank you for your prayers. Deanna Brown 11/26/24 Pray for Wander our staff who is going through marriage adversity with his wife. Miguel Terrero 11/20/24 Please pray for Skip's daughter, LeAnne. She has been battling cancer for 4 years. Tumors on her lungs are not shrinking as hoped. Joyce's daughter, Betty, has a tumor on her thyroid that we believe is cancer. She has a consultation early December. Pray for healing and that they would open their hearts to Jesus. Update : The doctor believes her condition is auto-ammune. Vasculitis and a condition normally found in children. The veins become inflamed causing them to leak everywhere in the body. Her legs are still very painful. She is on prednizone for now. This condition can take up to 12 weeks to heal. She is at almost 3 weeks. Skip & Joyce Schwarz 11/19/24 Please pray for Saving Susan as we make some changes in our field trips this year. Our trip with the students at Mt Paran Christian School has been postponed until 2026. We are meeting today to talk about a new date for our March trip to Cambodia—the cost of flights and scheduling are causing us to pivot. God knows what we need to do. Thanks for your prayers. Also please pray for 2 of our next steps students—Narciso and Hugo in Guatemala—they are adulting and navigating how to make enough money to take care of themselves. I love that Saving Susan has a commitment to continue walking through life with these orphaned and vulnerable humans. Allyson Overstreet, Saving Susan Ministry 11/12/24 Please protect all of those who are leading our country and put your loving arms around them. Betsy Whitehead 11/05/24 Please pray for Dena as she is on the kidney transplant list. Dena Hudson 10/03/24 Matt’s father, Ed, is undergoing chemotherapy for Stage 4, b-cell non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Matt Harris Upcoming Events Women's Ministry: Christmas, Cookies & Conversations 12/5 Hill House 12/6 Season of Hope Service 12/11 Men's Breakfast 12/14 Christmas Eve Services 12/24 Hanukkah Celebration 12/27 Read Through the Bible 1/8-11 Segue 1/26 Hill House 1/30 CULTURELink Intentional Living Seminar 2/1 Segue 3/2 Marriage Retreat 3/21-22 Spring Block Party 3/30 Christ in the Passover Seder 4/15 Easter Services 4/20 Segue 4/27 Missions Partners Global Partners Asian Christian Academy Athletes in Action - Austria Bridge to Israel Colin Welch - Paris CULTURELink FCA Dominican Republic Semillas de Vida - Costa Rica Transforma - Costa Rica Local Partners Blue Skies Ministries CRU Graduate Student - GSU, GT, KSU FCA North Atlanta Mission 1:27 Promise 686 Samaritan's Purse Wellspring Living

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. 12/01/24 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

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 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

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

Membership "...so we, though many, are one body in Christ, and individually members one of another." Romans 12:5 The Process 1. Attend Segue A one-time event that provides prospective members the opportunity to hear staff and elders articulate the history, beliefs, and core values of the church. We offer regular Segue events throughout the year. Register for Segue 2. Complete the Aspire Study A video-based study focused on Jesus’ call to biblical discipleship and the church’s core values. Prospective covenant members will be given an opportunity for membership at the end of the course. Download Study 3. Complete the Membership Packet The membership packet is a tool that helps the church’s leaders shepherd potential members in a more efficient manner. It is not an application but rather a compilation of resources, which helps give a more complete understanding of the member. Included in the packet: Testimony Worksheet, Covenant Member Agreement and Spiritual Gifts Assessment. Membership Covenant 4. Meet with One of Our Pastors This meeting allows Mars Hill leadership to know you personally and to get a clearer picture of how we can serve you and your family as you seek to grow in Christ-likeness. Set An Appointment

Segue SEGUE is a one-time event that provides newcomers and prospective members—regardless of how long you have been attending MHCC—the opportunity to hear staff and elders articulate the history, beliefs, and core values of the church. SEGUE always takes place after the 11:00 AM service and lunch is provided. Covenant membership is a natural next step for any one who has been attending Mars Hill Community Church. We believe that the disciple of Jesus grows best in an environment of mutual partnership, encouragement, and accountability. If you are interested in taking the next step as a disciple of Jesus, join us for lunch with the pastors. Find the Next Segue

"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. OUR MISSIONS PARTNERS OUR LOCAL OUTREACH PARTNERS Matt Russell Missions & Ministries Pastor Mail

Worship Our Vision Our aim is grow Christ followers who realize that worship is not just what you do on Sunday morning when there is music. Worship is a lifestyle we live out each and every day of our lives. Each week at Mars Hill, we endeavor to create an environment where people can genuinely and authentically come together before an awesome God and freely worship Him for who He is, express gratitude for what He has done and declare hope for what He will do. Interested in serving on our worship team? Contact Our Worship Pastor Chris Martin Worship Pastor Mail

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. This fall, we'll begin doing a series on the book of Revelation, and spend the second half of the semester looking at a biblical response to mental health. 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 NOT MEET on the following Sundays this fall: 8/25, 9/1, 9/22, 11/17, and 12/1. Throughout the Week Deep Dives: All 6th - 12th grade students are invited to join on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 - 8 PM in the Student Room for Deep Dive! 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. Deep Dive will NOT MEET on the following Wednesdays this fall: 8/7, 8/28, 9/25, 10/9, 10/30, 11/27, 12/18. Hangouts - Wednesday Nights: Twice a semester, we have "Hangouts", from 6:30 - 8:00 PM on the last Wednesday in August and October. These events are designed for fun and fellowship within our ministry. Dinner is always provided at Hangouts. Fall 2024 Hangout Dates: Wednesday August 28th, 6:30 - 8 PM Wednesday October 30, 6:30 - 8 PM Parent Information & Calendar Click the link above to find our current schedule for the semester. 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.

Life Groups & D-Groups At Mars Hill Community Church, being relationally connected is a high priority. If you would like to get relationally connected at MHCC, explore joining a Life Group or D-Group. Our groups meet at various times throughout the week in various locations. Inquire by clicking on the button below or take a look at the available groups on the Church Center App. Life Groups A life group is an adult "small group" that meets weekly and discusses the sermon from the previous Sunday. It is an opportunity to learn alongside one another as we cultivate life-giving community and grow in a deeper relationship with Jesus. If you are interested in joining or creating a life group, click the link below. View Existing Life Groups More Life Group Info D-Groups D-Groups are groups for men & women to meet for deeper Bible study. New groups are forming regularly. If you are interested in joining or starting a D-Group or would like more information, click the link below. D-Group Information Aaron Crawford Groups Pastor Mail

"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!

Table Talk is a Bible study for college-age and young adults that meets weekly at the Guice Home on Thursdays at 7:00 PM for a meal and teaching—currently studying apologetics. Join GroupMe