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JUNE 22-25, 2026 Join the Fun! It's Free! Power Up Club (PUC) is MHCC's version of Vacation Bible School. PUC is designed specifically with elementary aged kids in mind but everyone has a great time, even the parents! Our 75 minute club is jam packed with games, skits, music, snacks, and stories. And because summer in Georgia is hot, water games are a must! Plan to get a little wet! We have 19 different clubs hosted in the front yards of neighborhood homes PLUS a club at church each day from Monday, June 22 through Thursday, June 25. Our 2026 Club Locations CRAWFORD FRONT YARD 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM 144 Boxwood Way Dallas, GA 30132 Pre-Register RUNYON FRONT YARD 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM 332 Chamberlyn Ln Hiram, GA 30141 Pre-Register STILES FRONT YARD 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM 1266 Boone Hall Dr Powder Springs, GA 30127 Pre-Register WALDRON FRONT YARD 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM 1405 Echo Mill Dr Powder Springs, GA 30127 Pre-Register MISSION 1:27 WALTON 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM 1570 Roberta Dr Marietta, GA 30008 Closed to Public DAY FRONT YARD 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM 440 Gunnell Rd Dallas, GA 30157 Pre-Register DESMARAIS FRONT YARD 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM 224 Brightwater Dr Dallas, GA 30157 Pre-Register GUNTER FRONT YARD 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM 2871 Cressington Bend Kennesaw, GA 30144 Pre-Register SMITH FRONT YARD 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM 1206 Embassy Court Powder Springs, GA 30127 Pre-Register WEINMEISTER FRONT YARD 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM 917 Dual Hall Ct Powder Springs, GA 30127 Pre-Register WHITENER FRONT YARD 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM 5181 Hadaway Rd Kennesaw, GA 30152 Pre-Register HARRISON FRONT YARD 4:00 PM - 5:15 PM 5536 Clipper Bay Dr Powder Springs, GA 30127 Pre-Register HOLST FRONT YARD 4:00 PM - 5:15 PM 1556 Halisport Lake Dr Kennesaw, GA 30152 Pre-Register MHCC COURTYARD 4:00 PM - 5:15 PM 109 Mars Hill Rd Powder Springs, GA 30127 Pre-Register NEW FRONT YARD 4:00 PM - 5:15 PM 2597 Cricket Ct Marietta, GA 30064 Pre-Register WHITEHEAD FRONT YARD 4:00 PM - 5:15 PM 4516 Creekwood Circle Kennesaw, GA 30152 Pre-Register WOSTBROCK FRONT YARD 4:00 PM - 5:15 PM 5675 Rutland Dr Powder Spring, GA 30127 Pre-Register Interested in Providing Support for PUC? Donate Food for PUC View Our Prayer Guide Frequently Asked Questions What is a Power Up Club? Power Up Clubs are super fun, high-energy gatherings located in the front yards of local homes. Mars Hill Community Church trains and sends a Power Up Team to lead each club at Host Homes throughout the surrounding community neighborhoods. Who should attend? What are the ages for kids? A Power Up Club is designed for elementary-aged children, but all kids—toddlers to teens—can join the fun! There's something for everyone. Even parents love to stay, watch and enjoy the adventure. What happens during a Power Up Club? Lots of FUN! Games, music, skits, snacks, stories, laughter... and oh, by the way, you will get wet! Is Power Up Club free? YES! Just show up and enjoy the fun!

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 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

HILLTOP 2026 Mars Hill Students AUGUST 28-30TH | CAMP HIGHLANDS Hilltop is our ministry’s annual fall retreat. Throughout the weekend, students will hear biblical teaching, worship together, and spend time connecting with their small groups. They'll also enjoy everything Camp Highlands has to offer, including high ropes, lake activities, and much more. Did we mention Retreat Rivals? This page provides everything you need to know including registration deadlines, packing details, and a full parent FAQ to help you prepare your student for a unforgettable weekend. Register Here Parent Packet Early Bird Registration: $350 until April 12th Regular Registration: $400 Registration Closes: May 17th Payment & Forms Due: May 24th Refund Policy: No refunds will be given for after May 24th. All deposits are non-refundable. REGISTRATION DETAILS One of the highlights of the weekend is Retreat Rivals. Students are assigned to teams and compete throughout the weekend for the chance to sign their names on the legendary Plank of Power. Teams will face large-scale challenges, puzzles, and unexpected twists all along the way. PARENT FAQs Who can go? Fall Retreat is available for all 6th-12th Grade students. What is the cost and what does it cover? The cost is $250 (with a $50 deposit due at registration). This covers transportation, lodging, all meals at camp, activities, and a retreat t-shirt. There is an early bird discount of $50 off if you register before July 29th. When and where is Fall Retreat? We are headed to Camp Highland in Ellijay, GA from August 28th-August 30th. When is drop-off? Please have students at the front of the church by 6:00 PM on Friday 11/7 for check-in. We will leave promptly at 6:30 PM. Please plan to arrive at the designated time, as we will be setting up beforehand. When is pick-up? We plan to arrive back at the church around 1:00 PM on Sunday 11/9. Parents will be notified when we are on our way. What do students do for the whole weekend? We’ll gather for worship each morning and evening, engage in breakouts, compete in Retreat Rivals, and enjoy free time for ziplines, the giant swing, sand volleyball, gaga ball, 9-square, the game room, indoor basketball, and time to relax and build friendships. What are Breakouts? In addition to the main sessions, students will have four breakout options led by their small group leaders and can choose the topics that interest them most. Students will have the opportunity to visit two breakouts of their choosing. What is Retreat Rivals? In Retreat Rivals, students will be assigned to teams and compete together for the chance to win and sign their names on the legendary Plank of Power. Team assignments will be sent out two weeks before the retreat. Who is the guest speaker? Chad Cannon is a faithful member of our body here at MHCC and has years of experience serving and pastoring youth. Chad will be teaching out of Matthew 5 on the Beatitudes for the weekend. What is 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, teams for Retreat Rivals, and cabin life, students will quickly find a place to belong. What is 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. Emergency Contacts for Fall Retreat will be sent out two weeks before we leave. 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. Woodlands provides trained staff for high ropes and 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 about food allergies or dietary needs? Woodlands Camp can 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. While we are not able to provide late transportation, parents are welcome to bring their student directly to Woodlands Camp after their activity. If a student needs to be picked up early, they are welcome to leave with a parent, but they will not be able to return to camp afterward. Please let us know ahead of time so we can plan for their arrival or departure and ensure a smooth process. 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 November 2, 2025. 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. Who can I contact for any additional questions? You can contact students@marshillcc.com by email with any additional questions or concerns.

The Glavda people of Nigeria and Cameroon still don't have the entire Bible in their own language. Let's change that. View Progress Update Glavda: A Language, A People The Glavda people's longing for Scripture began whern they witnessed other people groups around them complete translations of Luke's Gospel and produce the "JESUS" film. They wanted God's Word too, so they joined with other area language groups to pursue the same thing! Extreme violence at the hands of radical insurgents caused delays to the project—forcing translators to flee for their lives—but team members remained committed to completing the work. They successfully developed a writing system and produced Luke's Gospel and the "JESUS" film in their language. Through the project's second phase and still today, the political climate has been no less challenging. From 2019 to 2023, the Glavda worked on translating Matthew, Mark, John, Acts, Romans, 1 and 2 Corinthians, and James. This project continues where they left off: working toward the completion of their full New Testament. The Glavda team's perseverance in Bible translation—despite insurgency and forced evacuation from their homes—is a powerful testimony to their hope in God's Word alone for lasting peace and strength. Believers still struggle with the influence of African Traditional Religion, but God is bolstering their faith. Church leaders fell confident that more Scripture in Glavda will deepen their understanding of Christ's rich love for them and His power over the darkness that surrounds them. BE A PART OF IT. View Progress Update Every $35 you give can support translation of a verse from the New Testament into Glavda. $35 = 1 verse. $105 = 3 verses. $525 = 15 verses. $1,000 = an entire chapter! $59,525.39 raised of $53,000 goal! All Scripture, All People Over 1 billion people still don’t have the full Bible in their language. In partnership with the global church, we are working to make all Scripture available to all people through the translation of God’s Word. The mission of Seed Company is to accelerate Scripture translation and impact for people without God’s Word through Great Commission partnerships. Frequently asked questions What is Seed Company? Seed Company, a 501(c)(3) organization led by Watermark member Davis Powell, is focused on accelerating Bible translation. They partner with local churches, translation organizations, and leaders to ensure that Bible translation is community-owned, sustainable, and delivered in a language and format people truly understand. To date, Seed Company has helped bring God’s Word to over 2,400 language communities. Learn more. How does Bible translation work? The process of translating Scripture involves linguists, local churches, and native speakers working together to ensure accuracy and clarity in every verse. How can Seed Company use my gift? Each Bible translation project requires funding for essential needs such as training, equipment, travel to and from workshops, testing the translation within the community, investor reporting, and effective project management. Seed Company works closely with field partners to establish sound project planning, benchmarks, and other forms of accountability. All projects are closely monitored to ensure an appropriate percentage of each investment goes directly toward needs in the field. While many local communities contribute financially or through in-kind support—such as services or gifts—Seed Company often provides additional funding to help cover living expenses for translators and their families. This helps prevent costly work stoppages and keeps translation efforts moving forward, reflecting a commitment to both acceleration and innovation. What happens after I give? We’ll keep the church updated on how many translation projects are supported through this initiative. You'll also have the opportunity to continue praying for the people and language communities impacted by your generosity. How far can my gift go? $35 helps translate a verse of Scripture into Glavda, the language spoken by the Glavda people group located in Nigeria and Cameroon. $105 helps translate three verses of Scripture into Glavda. $525 helps translate fifteen verses of Scripture into Glavda. $1,000 helps translate an entire chapter of Scripture into Glavda. $53,000 could help complete the Glavda translation of the New Testament.

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

Mars Hill Students Here at MHS, students and leaders gather weekly to study God’s Word, grow to be more like Christ, and point others to Him. Our goal is to equip students to hear and do God's word and become leaders who advance God’s kingdom in every area of life. EVERY SUNDAY FROM 6:00-8:30pm | 6th-12th Grade Event Title Event Time Event Date Change the event description to include your own content. Adjust the settings to customize the style. June 2026 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT Coming Up Summer Camp is an unforgettable week for our ministry. We’re heading to Student Life Camp at Shocco Springs in Talladega, AL, for a week of worship, teaching, small groups, and tons of fun activities! Learn More Here Life Camp Student Our Ministry Team Contact Here 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. Student Pastor Michael Pleasant Contact Here 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. Ministry Associate Gracie Earnest Our team of small group leaders serve weekly to encourage and lead their students. All volunteers are 18+, background checked, and receive regular training to ensure a safe environment for our students. Small Group Leaders Have a heart for student ministry? Join us in discipling the next generation by applying to serve as a small group leader. Leaders meet every Sunday during the school year from 5:30–8:30pm. Apply Here! with us! Serve FAQs What is the best way to get my student plugged into Mars Hill Students? By attending a Sunday Night! We have an amazing team that is ready and excited to welcome your student. There is no need to register prior to attending a students gathering. We will welcome your student, plug them into a small group, and make sure they have an incredible time! As a parent, can I come check out Mars Hill Students? We are very intentional about who comes into our space, for the safety of our students and leaders. Each adult who is present in our space has to take a background check prior to serving. However, if someone from our team is available, they would be happy to show you around. Where does Mars Hill Students meet? Students meet in The Basement, which is near the entrance of our church. We will have tents outside for check-in, so you'll never miss it. What is the best way to get updates on what's happening at Mars Hill Students? The best way to receive updates from our ministry is by signing up on our email list. Our team sends out weekly emails with details about all that is happening in the life of Mars Hill Students! You can also follow us on Instagram @mhstudentministry! How do I get in touch with the Mars Hill Students team? The best way to get in touch with our team is to email students@marshillcc.com with any questions you may have. What is the MHS dress code for events and retreats? General Guidelines: Shirts must be worn at all times except during swimming. Sleeveless shirts and tank tops are allowed during daytime activities if they provide appropriate coverage. Swimwear: Girls: Modest one-piece swimsuit, or a two-piece covered with a dark-colored t-shirt with shorts. Boys: Modest swim trunks (no Speedos, square-cut briefs, or jammers) with a t-shirt (when not swimming). Not Allowed: Clothing that reveals the chest, stomach, or back. See-through or overly tight clothing. Spaghetti straps, strapless tops, or tops with large cutouts. Shorts that are too short, tight, or revealing. Exposed underwear. Oversized tops or hoodies that fully cover shorts. Leggings without a shirt or top long enough to cover the backside. Clothing with inappropriate or ungodly logos or themes.

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 6/2/26 Please pray for husband Sandy. He is having a cardiac catheter and then scheduled for 3-4 stents if they can safely place them. If not they will schedule him for bypass surgery. Please ask for the Lords protection over him and for Rowan to be comforted during this time as he is worried about his “dah.” His surgery is tomorrow (Wednesday) at noon. Praise God! Betsy Whitehead 5/30/26 Healing for Claire's concussion. Healing for Caitlin’s internal wounds and healing for all of us for mental trauma…including Mike who got the scary call and was a couple hours from us. Claire Christa 5/19/26 Please pray that I follow His path for my life. For me to trust, be emboldened by His word, and have peace. Beth Green 5/19/26 Pray for my son, Ricky Flores Jr. To give him strength to be able too go through this challenge in life. Cecelia Flores 5/18/26 In job search since May 1. Tim Landwermeyer 5/11/26 My cousin, Jimmy Dunn, asked prayer for his best friend, Tom Bowie. Tom has been diagnosed with throat cancer again at the age of 63. Jessica Lester 5/10/26 Please pray for Shannon Hughes (& her family-especially my dear friend Nicole, her mom and her team of doctors) as she prepares to fight round 2 of cancer-at 33 years old. My heart is broken but my faith and hope are sustaining me. Kelly Burnette 5/6/26 My brother-in-law, Jim, passed unexpectedly on Friday, May 1st. Please pray for Jim’s wife, Jami (my sister), and their children, George (wife Ally), Molli, Carson and Alli Mae. Keith Ussery 5/5/26 Please pray for Dee Dee Kearney, for her mental and physical health. She has been in and out of the hospital and is struggling with CHF among other things. Thank you! This is my mother. Brittany Waller 4/21/26 The situation in my home State, Manipur, is facing fresh communal clashes among the Christian tribes. Pray that God will intervene and prevent it from further escalation. Ngouni Thiumai 4/14/26 Please pray for our family, as we are currently experiencing unemployment. Please pray for the safe and healthy arrival of our third child next month. Thank you! Melissa Vanderstelt 4/3/26 My sweet family Mark and Connie Jennings. Also their 3 sons Jake, Jimmy and Jett. And for all their family to have the strength and peace that they have. Brenda Penton Upcoming Events Hill House - 5/29 Men's Mission Briefing - 5/30 Friday Friends Live: Game Night - 6/5 MHS Summer Camp - 6/5-9 Power Up Club - 6/20-25 Origins Experience Trip - 9/20-23 Experience Israel Tour - 11/10-21 Missions Partners Global Partners Asian Christian Academy Athletes in Action - Austria Bridge to Israel Colin Welch - Paris CULTURELink FCA Dominican Republic The God Who Sees - Nicaragua Semillas de Vida - Costa Rica Transforma - Costa Rica Global Affiliates Samaritan's Purse Saving Susan Ministry Seed Company Local Partners CRU Graduate Student - GSU, GT, KSU FCA North Atlanta Promise 686 Wellspring Living Local Affiliates Calvary Children's Home Cobb Pregnancy Resource Center FaithBridge Foster Care Keeping Families Connected Mission 1:27 One Need

Mars Hill Students SUMMER CAMP 2026 DATES: JUNE 5-9, 2026 Summer Camp is an unforgettable week for our ministry. This year we will be attending Student Life Camp at Shocco Springs in Talladega, AL. Throughout the week students will grow in their faith through worship, deepen friendships in small groups, and enjoy lake activities, rec competitions, low ropes, cabin life, and more. 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 week. Register Here Parent Packet REGISTRATION DETAILS Early Bird Registration : $350 until April 12th ($100 Deposit) Regular Registration : $400 ($100 Deposit) Registration Closes : May 17th Payment & Forms Due : May 24th Refund Policy : No refunds will be given for cancellations after May 24th. All deposits are non-refundable. PARENT FAQs Who can go? Summer Camp is avalible to 6-12th graders of the 2025-26 school year. What does the cost of registration cover? Registration covers the cost of all transportation, lodging, meals, activities, and t-shirts. Where is Summer Camp? Summer Camp is hosted by Student Life Camp at Shocco Springs in Talladega, AL (about two hours from the church). Shocco Springs is a is a modern wooded retreat with unique free time options including the Aqua Park, low ropes course, putt putt, paintball and paddle boats. What activities are there to do during the week? Activities include outdoor basketball, miniature golf, frisbee golf, tennis, pool, pedal boats, GaGa ball, hiking trails, volleyball, foosball, carpet ball, arcade, snack bar, Aqua Park, and Giant Swing. Where do students stay? At Shocco Springs, buildings and bed types vary including twins, bunks, full, queen and king size beds. Student Life house groups across a large variety of housing options from traditional cabins to hotel-style rooms. We will not know what style rooms we will stay in until much closer to our departure. Students may have to share beds depending on what style rooms are assigned. Males and females are always separated. What is the method of transportation? We will take a charter bus to and from Summer Camp. We will not be stopping for meals along the way. Who is the speaker? Adam Robinson has been preaching to students about the incredible love of Jesus for over 20 years. His passion is bringing Scripture to life for students and adults so that we can join Jesus in the incredible eternal life that He is bringing in all of His people. Helping each of us to find that next step in walking with Christ is a mainstay of his ministry. Adam currently serves as Senior Pastor of Double Oak Community Church in Birmingham, AL where he lives with his wife Alison and daughter Rose. What adults are attending? Summer Camp activities and programming are led by Student Life staff members. All other responsibilities will be 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’s the phone policy? Students will not be allowed to have their phones during Summer Camp. We ask, if able, that parents take their child’s phone before check-in. 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. We will keep parents up to date on trip details through text notifications. 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. 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? Shocco Springs 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 about medical needs/medications? We will have a camp nurse on site all weekend. All medications should be turned in at check-in, labeled clearly with instructions. Our nurse will administer and track medications throughout the week. 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 if my student has commitments during the week? Students may be dropped off or picked up early from Sumer Camp with prior approval with a MHCC staff member. Parents must accommodate for additional transportation. Who can I contact for any additional questions? You can contact students@marshillcc.com by email with any additional questions or concerns.

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

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. 5/17/26 Matthew 20:20-28 Dr. Stephen George How do you define “greatness?" Jesus definition of greatness involves humility, faith and the way of the cross. Why do people have a such a hard time understanding this definition? What does the phrase “the path of greatness lies through the cross” mean to you? What does it look like? Suffering is a part of every humans life, and especially for the Christian. How does suffering tie into the idea of greatness? Why do you think Jesus highlights serving as the model of greatness? What does that mean for us today? 5/10/26 Genesis 4:1-7 "Origins, pt. 14: Outside the Garden" Pastor Aaron Crawford Appropriately with this being Mother’s Day weekend, we start with the birth of two boys. What is significant about Eve’s response to becoming a mother? Why are children such a blessing from the Lord? What do you make of Cain and Abel presenting offerings to the Lord before offerings were a specified part of worship? How does Abels offering of “the best” correlate to how we should approach God in our lives? What does this look like for us? Why do you think there is such an emphasis on “the heart” and “faith” being the key components in Abel’s sacrifice being accepted? How is God’s mercy shown to Cain through the conversation they have? What do you think God wanted Cain to understand? Aaron reminded us that our moments of failure and sin are not permanent. How does this play into our process of sanctification as Christians? How would you describe sin? What types or forms of sin have you seen it take within your own life? Do you think people typically underestimate their sinfulness? Why or why not? God tells Cain that he can rule over the temptation to sin. How do we practically do that in our lives? 5/3/26 Genesis 3:20-24 "Origins, pt. 13: By Contrast" Pastor Tom Gray What are some of the mysteries of Scripture that you wish the Bible gave more details about? What’s the difference in Adam and Eve having “academic knowledge” vs experiential knowledge of Gods command with the tree? The enemy presents sin as “appearing to be good.” Why does that work so well? What has been your experience with this? Since the theme of this week was “contrast,” take some time and read John 10:7-15. What contrasts does Jesus make in this passage? How does this passage connect with Genesis 3 and everything we’ve studied so far? How are Gods restrictions actually a means of grace? Why do you think people typically have a hard time seeing it that way? 4/26/26 Genesis 3:12-19, 1 Peter 3:3-7 "Origins, pt. 12: Consequences and Confessions" Pastor Tom Gray Tom started by talking about the Law of Sowing and Reaping. What are some examples in your life were you’ve seen this play out positively? Where have you seen it play out negatively (with consequences for your actions)? How does Gods mercy overlap with the law of sowing and reaping? How do we reconcile both being true at the same time? What is significant about both men and women’s consequences being fulfilling their purposes through pain? Gods design of marriage and the marriage relationship is deeply affected now by sin. How do the laws of sowing/reaping and Gods love/mercy play into the marriage relationship? What stands out to you about Gods curse on the serpent? 4/19/26 Genesis 3:1-6 "Origins, pt. 11: The Anatomy of Temptation" Pastor Matt Russell When the serpent first approaches Eve, there is a shift from Yahweh Elohim to just Elohim. Do you believe this shift from is significant? Why or why not? How does this possibly set the stage for successfully tempting Adam and Eve to rebellion? We briefly looked at the grammatical difference between what Yahweh said would absolutely occur if they disobeyed and what Eve said to the serpent. How is this subtle shift significant when thinking about overcoming temptation in our own lives? When have you been tempted to doubt Yahweh’s motives toward you? What do you believe would strengthen your resolve that Yahweh is good and loving in all things regardless of circumstances? James identifies a progression of sin in 1:13-17. Take a look at that progression and see if you can overlay the progression we discussed from Genesis 3:1-7. (Deception, Desires, Reframe, Act, and Death) In James 4:7 we are exhorted to resist the devil. What specific resistance do you think James might have in mind? Try to think about the first few tactics before action. 3/29/26 Genesis 2:22-25 "Origins, pt. 8: Marriage (It's Not About You)" Pastor Tom Gray Tom started by saying “marriage is not about you.” Where or how have you had to learn this in your marriage? What are some of those independent identities do people pursue over marriage? What about now? What are some of the things that we are tempted to find identity in outside of the marriage God has blessed us with? What have you learned about God and your spouse in the last year of your marriage? Why do so many people expect Gods favor when they don’t practice Gods ways correctly? (Inside and outside of marriage) Do you feel like you and your spouse have “leaved and cleaved” well to one another? How do you handle the extended “family dynamics” while balance your stewardship of your marriage and family? 3/1/26 Genesis 1:26-27 "Origins, pt. 4: Mankind's Mandate" Pastor Tom Gray How would you define “purpose?" Do you think we have more than one purpose in our lives? How are God’s commands considered “blessings?" The first command in the Creation Mandate is to “be fruitful.” What does this mean? How does this command connect to last week’s message about being image bearers? What is the significance of the very first command that God gives humanity being the command to build families? Now take that idea and apply it to a spiritual family. How do we fulfill this purpose from a spiritual perspective of being fruitful? How else is the idea of fruitfulness used in Scripture? Read John 15:1-8 and Matthew 28:18-20. How does Jesus look at fruitfulness and multiplication in these passages? What does it look like for us to subdue and practice ruling over life and creation today? 2/22/26 Genesis 1:26-27 "Origins, pt. 3: The Image of God" Pastor Matt Russell How would you describe being made in the image of God to someone who is unfamiliar with the idea? What does it mean to you, that you are made in the image of God? How are you reminded of this on a daily basis? Does knowing that you are Gods “tselem” or image / idol change how you view this idea of being made in His image? What does it mean for us to be his resemblance in the world around us? Revisit the first 3 commandments in Exodus 20. Why do you think God made such an emphasis on image bearing and worship? How does the spread of humanity reflect Gods ownership of the earth? What are the effects of the image being polluted by sin? Why does the image need to be redeemed ? How does Jesus do this? So after all this, how would you describe our role as the image bearers tasked to propagate the image to the world? 2/15/26 Psalm 71 "Old and On Mission" Pastor Terry Thompson How can we continue to move forward in life with focus and perseverance in spiritual things? What can we do hep set us up for finishing our lives well? What are those moments in the past that God uses to strengthen you for your present and future difficulties? People on mission inspire others. Who in your life lived so “on mission” that it inspired you and your walk with the Lord? What are things we can do to teach and invest in the generations behind us? 2/8/26 Genesis 1:2-25 "Origins, pt. 2: Very Good" Pastor Tom Gray What does God creating by the use of words teach us? Why are words so powerful and have so much meaning? What was Gods purpose in creating? Why do you think God “took his time” in creating the universe, instead of doing it all at once? What is the significance of Gods Word being both Scripture and the person of Jesus? Read and discuss Hebrews 4:12 as a group. What stands out? What is it teaching us?

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. Our Staff TOM GRAY Senior Pastor Mail KIRK PRATT Executive Pastor Mail MATT RUSSELL Missions & Ministries Pastor Mail Adult Ministry AARON CRAWFORD Groups Pastor Mail Mail JIM BURT Vintage Pastor Mail CONNIE JENNINGS Women's Ministry Director Student Ministry MICHAEL PLEASANT Student Pastor Mail GRACIE OWENS Student Ministry Associate Mail Children's Ministry DANIELLE HOLBROOK Elementary Director Mail Mail KATHLEEN PRATT Preschool Director MEGAN CASKEY Children's Ministry Creative Manager Mail Worship Ministry CHRIS MARTIN Worship Pastor Mail ETHAN BERGQUIST Worship Leader Mail TORRE STANFILL Worship Leader Mail Administrative Ministry JESSICA LESTER Executive Administrator Mail JEFF ACTON Facilities Manager Mail CAMERON McALLISTER Mail Communications Director Our Elders Please contact our entire elder team by emailing mhccelders@marshillcc.com Ken Cantrell Ryan Caskey Doug Dyson Tom Gray Kent Lilley Brett Pratt Kirk Pratt Matt Russell Phil Weinmeister

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 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**: Send a text to (844) 659-0237 with "Give" and your donation amount (ie. Give $50). 3. **In-Person Donations**: Contributions can be made during our weekly services. You can place cash or checks in the offering boxes located in the back of the sanctuary or in the lobby. 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.