This Sunday Is Online Only 🎥 This Week at Mars Hill: Real Freedom, Real Hope
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Happy Hump Day! The cookouts, the fireworks, and the long weekends this time of year bring a lot to celebrate. But there’s a kind of freedom that isn’t tied to a date on the calendar. It’s deeper. It’s lasting. And it’s not something you earn. It’s something you receive. Let’s lean into that freedom this week. Not just for a day, but for a way of life. 💐 A Special Birthday ShoutoutToday, we celebrate someone very special, my wife, Shauntai Stowers. Her strength, grace, and love make everything in my life richer and our ministry stronger. Shauntai, thank you for being the heart of our family and a light to everyone who knows you. You are deeply loved, and I thank God for you every single day. Happy Birthday! Here’s What You Need to Know This Week:What: Sunday Worship Experience (Online Only) When: Sunday, July 6, 2025, at 10:30 AM Central Where: Online at MarsHillChicago.org Also Worth Noting:Rev. Tim Morris’ bold message this week was timely for anyone feeling stuck, whether due to fear, addiction, past regrets, or spiritual dryness. God still sets people free. Rev. Morris reminded us that when God says move, we must obey, be ready, pray, and have faith. God wants to release you and lead you into your next season. Release requires obedience, readiness, prayer, and faith. 🎥 Watch the Replay on YouTube. This is not just a word of comfort. It is a call to rise, walk out, and live fully free. Something to Binge WatchWe also launched a new YouTube playlist: Real Faith for Real Life. Faith isn’t just for Sundays. It’s for broken relationships, anxiety, decision-making, and everything in between. This playlist is filled with messages that offer genuine advice, biblical wisdom, and practical steps to deepen your faith in real life. How Do You Handle Unsolicited Advice?Lastly, check out my latest Substack article: "Not Every Voice Deserves Volume." Not all advice is wise. You are responsible for filtering what you hear and protecting what you carry. Just because someone sounds confident does not mean their advice is right for you. Pressed for time? Try our 2-minute devotional.It's designed for busy professionals on the go. It’s part of our digital discipleship strategy: Everything you need to grow spiritually right from your phone. We call it #ChurchInYourPocket. ⬇️ Download the Mars Hill App Moving Forward Together: Invest in Hope, Impact, and CommunityIn conclusion, I want to talk about something close to all our hearts: our Moving Forward Together Campaign. We're at a pivotal moment in our church's journey. As someone who's chosen to be part of our community, you know we're more than just Sunday gatherings; we're about creating lasting impact in people's lives. Your support does something remarkable. It helps us:
We're not just building a church; we're creating a home where people find hope, healing, and purpose. And here's the exciting part: while our regular tithes and offerings will go toward securing our own physical space, this special campaign will ensure we can continue growing our ministries both online and in-person. How You Can Be Part of This JourneyWe're aiming to raise $20,000 by summer through our Moving Forward Together initiative. Specifically, we're hoping for:
These funds will directly enhance our Sunday worship space, cover our weekly expenses, launch new youth and children's programs, and create consistent mid-week gatherings that strengthen our community. Be Part of the Future – Give Today!
How to Support Mars HillYour generosity fuels everything we do from in-person gatherings to digital discipleship. If you’ve been encouraged by this ministry, here are a few simple ways to give and get involved: Give:Support the mission securely at marshillchicago.org/giving, in our mobile app, or by texting MHGIVE to 33777. You can also mail checks to: Mars Hill Baptist Church Serve:Use your gifts to make a difference online or in person. Visit our site to see current opportunities. Pray:Lift up our leaders, our church family, and the people we’re reaching. Prayer is a powerful form of participation. Invite & Share:Send this email to a friend, invite someone to service, or repost something that encouraged you. Every share matters. You’re helping us reach people with hope, truth, and love whether they’re across town or across the country. With love and expectation, Pastor Clarence E. Stowers, Jr. P.S. Don't forget to "Log on” with us online this Sunday at 10:30 AM Central for our online service. Set your reminder now! ⏰ |