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2025 Gift Offering November 30, 2025 Dear Mars Hill Family: One of Mars Hill Community Church’s best traditions is to give/receive a special offering at Christmas. We call it the “Gift Offering.” In light of God’s gift to us in His Son, Jesus, we want to offer a special year end gift to His work on earth through our church. Every year we designate a specific use for the Gift Offering. Last year we designated it to help cover the full cost of the new Lodge. By God’s grace, we will be able to move into it very soon with it fully paid for. This year we want the Gift Offering to be used to cover any potential budget short-falls we may experience at year’s end and then begin to re-plenish our “designated fund” which can and will be available for anticipated land and facility expansion needs. Our hope and desire for this special year-end offering is that it will be a prayerful and worshipful experience for every individual and family. To that end, the procedures for the gift offering are simple: Each individual and/or family should treat this as a spiritual and personal exercise of worship—praying, thanking God for the greatest gift—Jesus—and asking God to use our financial gifts to bring many people to know Him. Ask God how much He wants you to give for this special gift to His work. When you’re ready, before or after any service (December 7th, 14th, 21st, or 24th) come in a spirit of prayer together to the manger set up on the stage and put your gift offering in. We have special Gift Offering envelopes available for your use should you wish to use them. Investing our lives in sharing Jesus Christ and growing His followers, Tom Gray Senior Pastor Give Now All gifts must be received or post-marked by December 31, 2025 to count for 2025 contributions.

Mars Hill Community Church (Powder Springs, GA) is an independent, non-denominational Bible church serving 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. 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 contact@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

WINTER RETREAT 2026 Mars Hill Students Dates: February 20-22, 2026 Winter Retreat is an exciting weekend for our ministry at Teen Valley Ranch where students will hear biblical teaching from our guest speaker Josh Benfield, TVR’s Camp Director. Throughout the retreat students will grow in their faith through worship, deepen friendships in small groups, and enjoy skiing, tubing, and other much anticipated activities. This page provides everything you need to know including registration details, packing lists, safety information, and a full parent FAQ to help you prepare your student for a meaningful and memorable weekend. Register Here Parent Packet REGISTRATION DETAILS: Early Bird Registration: $200 (until January 5, 2026) Regular Registration: $250 Registration Closes: February 1, 2026 Payment & Forms Due: February 6, 2026 Refund Policy: No refunds will be given for cancellations after February 13, 2026. All deposits are non-refundable. PARENT FAQs Who can go? Winter Retreat is available for all 6th-12th Grade students. What is the cost and what does it cover? The early bird cost is $200 (with a $50 deposit due at registration). This covers transportation, lodging, meals at camp, activities, and a retreat hoodie. Regular registration is $250. When and where is Winter Retreat? We are headed to Teen Valley Ranch in Plumtree, NC from February 20-22, 2026. It is about a 5 ½ hour drive. When is drop-off? Please have students at the front of the church by 8:00 AM on Friday, February 20 for check-in. We will leave promptly at 8:30 AM. When is pick-up? We currently plan to arrive back at the church around 6:30 PM on Sunday, February 22. Parents will be notified via text message when we are on our way. Should students bring snacks? Students are encouraged to bring snacks for both the trip up and the trip back. We will stop for lunch on the way up Friday, but we will not stop for dinner on the way home Sunday. Is lunch provided on the way up Friday? We will stop for lunch at Haywood Mall in Greenville, SC. Students will need money to purchase lunch. This is the only meal they will be need to purchase. What do students do for the whole weekend? Throughout the weekend, students will experience worship, teaching sessions, and activities designed to build community and deepen their faith. On Saturday, high school students will venture to the slopes for an exciting eight hours of skiing, while our middle school students enjoy snow tubing at Jonas Ridge all in the North Carolina mountains. Students will also have the opportunity to partake in TVR’s campus activities such as horseback riding, archery & bb guns, putt putt, gaga ball, a game room, indoor courts & more. Where will skiing and tubing take place? Middle school will snow tube at Jonas Ridge and high school will ski at Beech Mountain. Can my student choose to not go skiing or tubing? While a student does not have to participate in skiing or tubing, they must travel with the group to their respective activity. To keep travel simple, middle & high school students will not be allowed to switch which off-site activity they go to. What if my child has never skied or tubed? If your child has never skied or tubed they will be fully supported throughout the experience. Middle schoolers who are tubing do not need any prior experience and leaders will guide them through the process. High school students who are skiing will be placed in appropriate groups based on experience and beginners will receive basic instruction before going on the slopes. Our leaders stay with students throughout the activity to ensure they feel safe and encouraged. Are lift tickets included? Lift tickets are included in the cost of registration. Can my high school student bring their skis or snowboard? Students may not bring their skis or snowboard. Ski rentals will be provided to all high school students. Do you provide helmets, ski bibs, goggles, etc.? Helmets, Ski bibs, and jackets are available to rent at an additional cost through the registration. Goggles and other items not listed are not available for rent. Who is the guest speaker? Josh Benfield is the Camp Director at Teen Valley Ranch. Josh has his Doctorate of Education from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and has been a bivocational pastor for 20+ years. What’s the rooming situation? We will be staying in large bunk-style cabins. Students should bring a sleeping bag or twin bedding along with a pillow. Rooming will be organized by grade and gender, though larger groups may be divided between multiple cabins. Each cabin will have chaperones present. Can students bring friends? Absolutely! Friends are welcome, even if they don’t normally attend our church. What if my student has never been to a retreat before or doesn’t know many people? Our leaders are intentional about connecting students who are new or may feel nervous. Between small groups, activities,and cabin life, students will quickly find a place to belong. What’s the Phone Policy? Students will not be allowed to have their phones during camp. We ask, if able, that parents take their child’s phone before we leave for the retreat. If students do bring their phone, we will be taking them as they check-in. We will return student’s phones after we arrive back to the church on Sunday. We understand there are medical accommodations and emergencies where a phone is needed and that is perfectly fine! Phones will be kept in the room with leaders in case of any necessary situations. Who are the leaders attending? Our retreat is led by our student ministry staff and small group leaders. All adult leaders are background-checked and trained to serve and care for students. What safety measures are in place? We maintain a safe adult-to-student ratio with leaders in each cabin and activity area. TVR provides trained staff for rec activities. Emergency procedures are in place and reviewed with leaders before the retreat. What about medical needs/medications? We will have a retreat nurse on site all weekend. All medications should be turned in at check-in on Friday, labeled clearly with instructions. The nurse will administer and track medications throughout the retreat. What happens if my student gets sick or injured? If your student becomes sick or injured they will be assessed immediately by our nurse. We will contact you promptly to explain the situation and discuss the best next steps. If additional care is needed we will arrange transportation to a local medical facility. Your student will be supervised and supported at all times to ensure their safety and comfort. What is your policy on homesickness? We understand that homesickness can happen, and our goal is to support students while helping them grow in maturity and confidence. If a student feels homesick our leaders will come alongside them, talk with them, and help them re-engage with their group and activities. We do not allow students to call home, as this often increases homesickness rather than easing it. Instead, our leaders provide encouragement, prayer, and consistent support until the student feels settled. If there is ever a true emergency or a situation that requires parental involvement, we will contact you directly. What about food allergies or dietary needs? TVR will accommodate many common dietary needs (gluten-free, nut-free, vegetarian, etc.). Please list your student’s dietary needs on the registration form. If you have specific concerns, contact us in advance so we can coordinate with the camp kitchen. What if I have a school activity during the weekend? We understand that students may have school or sports commitments during the retreat. Due to the distance of the retreat, we do not offer accommodations such as late drop off or early pickup. Students must attend for the entirety of the retreat. Can I get a refund if something happens and we are no longer able to attend? Partial refunds will be given ($50 deposit is non-refundable) up to February 13, 2026. No refund will be given after we pass the one-week out mark from the event departure date. What should I bring? Please view the parent packet above for a full packing list for the weekend. How will parents receive updates during the retreat? There will be one text update each day. We will also provide text updates when we depart and arrive to and from the retreat. How can I contact a staff member during the retreat if needed? Phone numbers for Student Pastor Michael Pleasant and Student Ministry Associate Gracie Earnest will be provided before the retreat. Please contact only through text during the retreat, emails will not be checked. Who can I contact for any additional questions? You can contact students@marshillcc.com by email with any additional questions or concerns.

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. WINTER RETREAT 2026 Winter Retreat is going to be an incredible weekend at Teen Valley Ranch in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. Students will engage in teaching, worship, small groups, skiing, tubing, and other fun activities. Visit our Winter Retreat page for registration details, packing lists, safety information, and a full parent FAQ to help you prepare your student for an awesome weekend. Learn More Here Sunday Nights During the school year, all 6th - 12th grade students are invited to join us for MHS, on Sunday evenings, from 6:00 - 8:00 PM for a time of food, games, worship, Bible study and small groups. We will study Jonah & Job this fall. 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 Sunday nights this fall: August 31 September 21 November 8 December 21 December 28 Wednesday Nights 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. Fall 2025 Deep Dive Dates: September 3, 6:30 - 8:00 PM October 8, 6:30 - 8:00 PM November 5, 6:30 - 8:00 PM December 3, 6:30 - 8:00 PM Special Events We also host our special events outside of our Sunday & Wednesday night programming. More details & registrations will be made available as we get closer to these events. October 10/5 - Parent Night 10/29 - Costume Party November 11/7 - 11/9 - Fall Retreat 11/23 - Friendsgiving December 12/13 - Mission 1:27 Christmas Market 12/14 - Christmas Party Our Student Ministry Team Michael Pleasant Student Pastor Mail Michael has served as our Student Pastor since June 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. Gracie Earnest Student Ministry Associate Mail Gracie has worked in ministry for several years, including three years serving in student ministry. She loves building relationships with students as they grow in their faith and is dedicated to helping them dig deeper into God’s Word. Gracie is also passionate about helping students understand how the gospel impacts every aspect of their lives. 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.

Asian Christian Academy EDUCATE. ENLIGHTEN. EMPOWER. The Asian Christian Academy exists to model Christian service through the equipping of men and women to be Christian leaders and care for local communities. ACA is a diverse ministry involved in various kinds of theological education and social services including the Evangelical Theological Seminary, Agape Hospital, Asian Christian High School, Ray of Hope Center for Autism, Asian Christian College of Theology, Pastoral Training Program, Student Hostel, Asian Christian Culinary & Agricultural Science Institute and the ACA School of Media Studies. ACA is located in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. 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

WELCOME Join Us For Worship This Sunday! Mars Hill Community Church is an independent non-denominational Bible church. We are resolutely focused on investing our lives in sharing Jesus Christ and growing His followers. We invite you to come engage in life-giving community, transformational Bible study, and kingdom focused ministry. Our weekly services last about 75 minutes. We believe the Bible is God's word to us and therefore we highly value being Biblically centered across our ministries. Our sermons will be a mix of expository and topical teaching but always founded on God's inerrant Word. We endeavor to sing songs that direct our minds to biblical truth in a distinctly contemporary style, led by our worship team. Our dress is casual and we hope you will plan to hang around after the service for fellowship. NEXT STEPS 01 Contact Form Fill out this contact form so we can be expecting your arrival on Sunday! We want to meet you and your family! 02 Come to the welcome desk in the lobby When you visit Mars Hill, check in with one of our greeters so that we can meet you and show you around! 03 Get Connected If you enjoyed your visit, we would love for you to get connected in our church body! Segue is the best opportunity for you to meet our pastoral staff and ask questions about Mars Hill. Segue is 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. Click the link below to register for the next Segue. Register for 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. SENT: Local Ministry Support Request Each of us, by virtue of being a disciple of Jesus, have been sent into this world to engage the world both near and far with the Gospel. MHCC wants to parter with you where you are working for God's kingdom. This application is for MHCC's Covenant Members who would like to request financial support or other MHCC resources for local outreach projects. This is not intended for benevolence requests. This application is your way of introducing yourself, your local outreach ministry project to the Local Outreach Team (LOT) at Mars Hill Community Church. Request Support OUR GLOBAL MISSIONS PARTNERS OUR GLOBAL MISSIONS AFFILIATES OUR LOCAL OUTREACH PARTNERS OUR LOCAL OUTREACH AFFILIATES Matt Russell Missions & Ministries Pastor Mail

"But as for you, teach what accords with sound doctrine. Older men are to be sober-minded, dignified, self-controlled, sound in faith, in love, and in steadfastness. Older women likewise are to be reverent in behavior, not slanderers or slaves to much wine. They are to teach what is good, and so train the young women to love their husbands and children" Titus 2:1-4 Vintage is our Seniors Ministry that meets weekly on Wednesdays at 6:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall for Bible Study. We gather for dinner on the fourth Wednesday of every month. Contact Our Vintage Pastor Jim Burt Vintage Pastor Mail VINTAGE Livestream Wednesdays at 6:00 PM. Vintage dinner nights (the fourth Wednesday) are not typically live streamed.

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OUR MISSION The mission of Mars Hill Community Church has been given to us by Jesus: "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go there for and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold I am with you always to the end of the age." Matthew 28:18-20 In light of Jesus' words to His disciples, Mars Hill Community Church exists to invest our lives in sharing Jesus Christ and grow His followers. OUR VALUES While our mission is why we exist, our values are what we do to accomplish our mission. As Disciples of Jesus Christ, our values are key commitments to which we are resolutely devoted and virtues in which we aspire to grow both individually and corporately. Prayerfully Dependent Cultivate relationship with God through regular prayer Our efforts are in vain if we are not abiding in Christ through 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. Ministry Minded Actively develop and deploy spiritual gifts to serve the others. When most of us think of ministry, we immediately think of "professional" ministers. However, the Scripture clearly teaches that every disciple of Jesus is also a minister. The Holy Spirit grants unique gifts to all born again Christ followers. These gifts are meant to be deployed in the body of believers to help the body mature and grow. Biblically Centered Be defined and directed by God's Word The Bible is God’s holy, inerrant word. God’s word serves as the foundation of our life and it is essential to understanding God, mankind, history, and life in general. The Bible is truth that rightly defines us and directs us in all areas of our lives. Missionally Engaged Seeking opportunities to have gospel conversations locally and globally The Church is the hope of the world. We have been entrusted as ambassadors with the message of reconciliation. Therefore, our ultimate motive in every relationship is to embody and proclaim the life giving message of hope and restoration only found in Jesus. We accomplish this by actively seeking to create "God-space" in all our relationships through loving service and conversation. Relationally Connected Build authentic Relationships of Encouragement and Accountability All of us have a deep longing for community in our lives. We need others in our lives and cannot be all that God has intended us to be without significant, meaningful relationships with others. It's in authentic relationships with others that we can look most like Jesus. Courageously Generous Living as a faithful steward, rather than an owner, of resources entrusted to us. Jesus identifies wealth as one of the primary competitors for our heart's affection. As a disciple of Jesus we must regularly remind ourselves that we are simply managers of our resources rather than owners. We give to the purposes and work of God not to gain anything from Him but to demonstrate our gratitude and trust. We regularly need to be challenged to courageously give. When we do, we will see God's faithful provision and love.

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