🌟 Exciting News: Read the Latest from Mars Hill & Highlights from Min. Marcie’s Powerful Sermon, & more!

I am excited to share the latest updates and inspirational content with you. This week, we have encouraging news about my recovery, and reflections from our recent online service led by Min. Marcie Stowers-Wilson. Join us as we continue to grow together in faith and community.

Highlights from “Blessed Believers: Embracing God’s With Faith”

As I continue my recovery, I am profoundly grateful to Min. Marcie Stowers-Wilson, thank you for stepping in and leading our recent online service.

Key Points from the Sermon:

1. The Faith of Mary and Elizabeth:
   • Mary: Despite her young age and the miraculous nature of the angel Gabriel’s message, Mary accepted her role as the mother of Jesus with humility and faith. Her response, “I am the servant of the Lord. May your word to me be fulfilled” (Luke 1:38), demonstrates her unwavering faith in God’s plan.
   • Elizabeth: Despite her advanced age and years of barrenness, Elizabeth believed the angel’s message that she would bear a son, John the Baptist, who would prepare the way for the Lord. Her joyful declaration, “The Lord has done this for me” (Luke 1:25), reflects her deep trust in God’s promises.
2. Why They Were Blessed:
   • Their blessings came as a direct result of their faith and obedience. They believed in God’s Word and accepted their role in His divine plan. Mary became the mother of Jesus, the Savior of the world, and Elizabeth gave birth to John the Baptist, the forerunner of Christ.
   • Their faith transformed their lives and left a lasting legacy, demonstrating that trust in God’s promises leads to divine favor and fulfillment.
3. Application for Christians Today:
   • Believe in God’s promises: Just as Mary and Elizabeth believed in God’s Word, we, too, are called to trust in God’s promises. Whether facing challenges and uncertainties or waiting for prayers to be answered, our faith can bring God’s blessings into our lives.
   • Obedience and Surrender: By allowing Mary and Elizabeth to surrender to God’s will, we can experience His peace and joy, knowing He is in control and has a perfect plan for us.
   • Blessings of Belief: When we believe, we open our hearts to the blessings God has prepared for us. This may manifest in spiritual growth, peace in trials, or witnessing God’s work in our lives and those around us.

Encouragement and Reflection:

As you reflect on the sermon, consider how to deepen your faith and trust in God’s promises. Think about the areas where you can surrender more fully to His will and believe in His perfect plan.

Let the stories of Mary and Elizabeth inspire you and remind you that blessings come to those who believe. Their faith was not just for them but for all believers, including you.

So, how will you respond to their faith? How will you deepen your faith and trust in God’s promises?

Thank you for being a part of Mars Hill Anywhere and your continued commitment to growing in Christ. May we all strive to live with the same faith and trust in God’s promises that Mary and Elizabeth exemplified.

Watch the replay of Min. Marcie Stowers-Wilson’s message below.

Health Update and Prayer Request

I am pleased to share some encouraging news regarding my recovery.

As I enter the fourth week after surgery, I feel much better. I’ve returned to my gym and enrolled in a stretching class for post-surgery recovery. I also enjoy walking 1-2 miles at our local park, relishing nature, and talking to God.

I can feel my strength returning day by day. God is good.

Enjoying Gelato with Shauntai Stowers

I am deeply grateful for the progress and your continued prayers and support. Your unwavering support has been a source of strength and encouragement for me, and I am genuinely thankful for every one of you.

Thank you for your ongoing encouragement and understanding during this recovery period.

If you feel led to be a blessing to me and First Lady Shauntai, you can do so through the following methods:

• Cash App: $ClarenceStowers
• Zelle: ClarenceStowers@gmail.com
• First Lady Shauntai Stowers:
  • Zelle: s.stowers@comcast.net
  • Cash App: $ShauntaiEStowers

Additionally, cards and gifts are welcome and can be sent to our church address:

Mars Hill Church
P.O. Box 6159
River Forest, IL 60305

I look forward to updating you on my progress. In the meantime, let us keep each other in our thoughts and prayers.

Thank you for your continuous support and understanding.

Join Us for Online Worship This Sunday

As we continue to embrace our hybrid model of worship, I’m excited to invite you to join us online this Sunday. We will stream our service live on YouTube and Facebook on Sunday, May 26, 2024, at 10:30 AM CST.

This is a beautiful opportunity to gather together in spirit, wherever possible. Please invite someone to join us as well—sharing our service could be a blessing to someone who needs uplifting.

Join us on all our streaming platforms.

Your participation and support mean the world to us, especially when we cannot all gather in person. Let’s continue to grow and worship together as a community, no matter the distance.

Join us this Sunday online to continue our journey of faith and reflection together.

Your Support is a Blessing 🙏

Look, as you all know, making ministry happen ain’t cheap!

Your prayers and financial support have been pivotal in enabling our ministry to thrive. Thanks to your generosity, we can continue creating impactful messages and advancing our mission.

We encourage you to donate financially to help Mars Hill Anywhere keep doing its good work and grow.

Your donations don’t just help us; they also spread our message of love and forgiveness to people in need, both in our local area and worldwide.

It’s easy to donate. Go to our safe online giving portal or call our hardworking team at 773-287-3535.

Every gift, big or small, helps us move forward with our goal and supports people seeking spiritual food.

We appreciate you being a part of the Mars Hill Anywhere group.

We are truly blessed to be on this journey, combining the best in-person and online worship to create a transformative and inclusive spiritual experience. Thank you for being a part of the Mars Hill Anywhere family.

Thank you for reading this week’s Mars Hill Anywhere newsletter.

Please remember that your presence, both in person and online, your prayers, and your ongoing support are critical during this time of recovery and beyond. Together, we will continue to foster a vibrant community that lives out the Gospel in every action.

Thank you for being such an integral part of Mars Hill. May God bless you abundantly. I look forward to seeing you this Sunday and interacting with you through our #ChurchInYourPocket.

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Here to help you win,

Pastor Clarence E. Stowers, Jr.

P.S. We encourage you to engage with us throughout the week—share your thoughts, reflections, and joy on our social media platforms. Let’s make this Holy Week an enriching experience for all.