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Hey, Mars Hill Anywhere family, I hope your week has been filled with God’s goodness! Are you ready to embark on an extraordinary journey that will transform your Sundays and your soul? Step into a realm where faith meets action, where stories of the past ignite our present path with purpose and passion! 🔍 Explore the Edges: The Outsiders Series Unveiled!NEW SERIES ALERT beginning Sunday, March 3, 2024 Join Rev. Marcie Stowers-Wilson, Rev. Tim Morris, and me, Pastor Clarence E. Stowers Jr., as we team teach The Outsiders Series, delving into the Bible’s most compelling yet overlooked narratives.
Together, we will explore the depths of characters who, though on the periphery, played pivotal roles in God’s plan. From Naaman’s humility to Ruth’s steadfastness, each story unfolds layers of wisdom and inspiration. Whether you join us in person at 7941 47th St, McCook, IL, or online, we gather every Sunday at 10:30 AM Central to explore these transformative stories. Let’s recap this past Sunday’s Message: Beyond the Noise: Overcoming Interruptions & Disruptions.Beyond The Noise: Overcoming Interruptions & Disruptions emphasizes the significance of perseverance and dedication in achieving one’s goals, using the story of Nehemiah as an inspirational example. It highlights how common it is to begin tasks with great enthusiasm only to falter before they are completed, stressing the importance of finishing what we start. By examining Nehemiah’s journey, the message offers insights into overcoming challenges, maintaining focus, and staying committed despite obstacles. It also introduces the concept of a “Finish Strong Plan” to help individuals create a legacy of completion and achievement, urging the audience to be individuals who dream ambitively and persist until their goals are fully realized.
Life GroupsSpeaking of support, our Life Groups are going strong! We’re currently exploring the “From Rubble to Renewal: The Nehemiah Strategy for Modern Times” series based on Nehemiah – such relevant lessons for building something lasting in this challenging world.
This work is more than a book; it’s a journey we embark on together towards rebuilding and renewing our spiritual walls in these modern times. Your support means the world to me and our mission. Copies are available on Amazon if you need one!
Live on Kindle | From Ashes to Grace Short StoryGet ready for those keeping up with my Kindle Vella story, “From Ashes to Grace”! Episode 4 drops on Wednesday, February 27, 2024. Follow the powerful journey of Pastor Elijah and his congregation – mirroring our own Mars Hill struggles and victories. See their unwavering faith transform even the most challenging trials into incredible triumphs. This story will ignite your heart!
Save The Date | March 10, 2024
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We’re Partnering With YouVersion Bible App
Exciting news for our community! Mars Hill is now partnering with YouVersion to introduce YouVersion Connect.
This platform is our new central hub for engaging with the Bible together, sharing insights, and supporting each other in our spiritual journeys.
Joining is simple, and the shared experience of growing in faith is profoundly impactful. Connect with us today, and let’s explore the Word together.
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African Foods You Probably Thought Were American
Enslaved Africans braided grains of rice into their hair. Okra seeds were tucked into pockets. Many foods we eat today that you may have thought were American are native to Africa and helped our people survive.
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The diaspora’s most cherished crops, like yam, plantain, sweet potato, watermelon, okra, black-eyed peas, and rice, are foods we carried across the Atlantic.
Alongside the enslaved, these indigenous food staples were cargo, too, and they helped sustain our people as their captors carried them into the unknown. Beyond sustenance, women quietly resisted by carrying rice seeds in their hair, unbeknownst to enslavers.
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Once in the Americas, we adapted. We also adapted the crops we’ve always known, finding alternative ways to grow them in unfamiliar soil. Rice growing thrived in the US South.
Plantain flourished in the tropical conditions of the Caribbean. Black-eyed peas found a home in Brazil. We carried these foods. But they also carried us, and today, we’re still benefiting from these nutrient-dense staples and the delicious ways we serve them, whether new or traditional.
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As our ancestors’ seeds did, we survived the journey, were planted elsewhere, and still found beautiful, new ways to bloom.
Your Support Means the World
Your prayers and financial contributions have been pivotal.
Planning and executing in-person and online services takes 60-80 hours weekly.
This dedication to excellence is made possible through your generous support. We are deeply thankful for your commitment to our church’s mission.
Your Support is a Blessing 🙏
Look, as you guys know, making ministry happen ain’t cheap!
Through your generosity, we can make this in-person/online community work. If you feel led to give, every bit helps us create impactful messages and keep pushing that mission forward.
Being a part of Mars Hill Anywhere means you’re part of a community dedicated to transformative and inclusive worship experiences.
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 support people looking for spiritual food.
We appreciate you being a part of the Mars Hill Anywhere group.
We are blessed to be on this trip together, combining the best of in-person and online worship to create a spiritual experience that is transformative and open to everyone.
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With warmth and blessings,
Pastor Clarence E. Stowers, Jr.
P.S. Don’t forget to save the event to your calendar! Feel free to bring friends and family—let’s share the joy of this sacred night with our loved ones. Please let us know if you’re interested. Let’s come by replying to this email.
