🎯 This Week: Joy, Gratitude, and December 1st Details ✨

Happy Thursday Reader,

I trust this message finds you well and joyfully as we enter this week together.

At Mars Hill Anywhere, we’re all about staying connected no matter where you’re tuning in from, and this newsletter is here to keep you informed, encouraged, and inspired.

Here’s what you can look forward to this week:

1️⃣ A recap of Sunday’s in-person service and a quick overview of the inspiring sermon we shared.

2️⃣ A link to our new blog post, “The 3-Step Plan for Finding Joy This Thanksgiving,” packed with simple ways to make this season meaningful.

3️⃣ Details about our next in-person service happening on December 1, 2024—mark your calendars!

4️⃣ Opportunities to give and make a difference through Mars Hill Anywhere.

Let’s dive in!

✨ Recap: Last Sunday’s In-Person Service

This past Sunday, we explored The 3-Step Formula for Finding Joy, a message rooted in the timeless wisdom of 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18 (NLT). Together, we unpacked three powerful steps to transform how we see gratitude, even in life’s most challenging seasons:

1️⃣ Rejoice Always – Cultivate a deep, lasting joy that transcends your circumstances.

2️⃣ Pray Without Ceasing – Experience the peace that comes from constant connection with God.

3️⃣ Give Thanks in All Circumstances – Discover how gratitude can unlock purpose and peace in every moment.

If you missed this life-changing message, you can catch up online and start implementing these steps today.

👉 Watch the Message Here​

📝 New Blog Post: The 3-Step Plan for Finding Joy This Thanksgiving

Are you ready to find true joy this Thanksgiving, no matter what life throws your way? This week, I’m sharing an uplifting blog post that walks you through a practical, faith-filled plan to experience gratitude like never before.

In this post, you’ll discover:

✨ Simple ways to embrace joy beyond your circumstances

✨ Practical tips for cultivating gratitude in tough seasons

✨ Biblical wisdom to help you deepen your spiritual walk

👉 Read the Full Post Here​

Don’t keep this gem to yourself—share it with someone who could use extra joy and encouragement this week!

📅 Mark Your Calendar: Next In-Person Service

We’re thrilled to invite you to our next in-person service on Sunday, December 1, 2024!

Here’s what you need to know:

✨ Date: Sunday, December 1, 2024

✨ Time: 10:30 AM Central

✨ Location:

Mars Hill Anywhere
​7941 47th St
McCook, IL 60525

Bring your family, friends, or neighbors—there’s room for everyone at Mars Hill Anywhere!

🤝 Ways to Give at Mars Hill Anywhere

Your support helps us spread hope and share God’s love with our community and beyond. Here are some ways you can get involved:

1. Give: Your financial gifts make a difference. You can give online through our secure website or use our mobile app.
2. Serve: We have many opportunities to serve, both in-person and virtually. Check out our website for current needs.
3. Pray: Please keep our church, leaders, and community in your prayers. Your prayers are powerful!
4. Invite: Do you know someone who might benefit from our message? Invite them to join us online or in person this Sunday.
5. Share: Help spread the word by sharing our social media posts or forwarding this email to a friend.

Your generosity keeps Mars Hill thriving and helps us reach more people with God’s love. If you feel led to contribute, here are some ways you can support our ministry:

1. ​Online Giving: Visit our website to set up one-time or recurring donations securely.
2. Text-to-Give: Text MHGIVE to 33777 and follow the prompts.
3. Sunday Offering: Drop your gift in the offering basket during our in-person services.
4. Mail: Send checks to:

Mars Hill Baptist Church
PO Box 6159
River Forest, IL 60305

Remember, every gift, big or small, makes a difference. Your support allows us to:

• Maintain our temporary church home
• Fund community outreach programs
• Provide resources for Life Groups
• Expand our online ministry
• Invest in equipment, tools, cameras, and software to grow our online campus.

We’re grateful for your partnership in spreading the Gospel and serving our community in person and online.

Please consider giving today and help us grow in faith and impact.

💬 Stay Connected & Share Your Feedback

As we wrap up this week’s update, we want to remind you that Mars Hill Anywhere is here to support, encourage, and walk alongside you in your faith journey.

Do you have questions, prayer requests, or feedback? We’d love to hear from you! Reply to this email or reach out anytime—you’re part of this family, and your voice matters.

👉 Here’s how you can stay engaged this week:

• Join the Conversation: Follow us on social media and share how God works in your life.

• Spread the Word: Share this email with a friend or loved one who could use encouragement.

• Get Involved: Whether serving, attending a group, or sharing your testimony, there’s a place for you at Mars Hill Anywhere.

Thank you for being part of this fantastic community. Let’s keep growing, giving, and glorifying God—together.

See you Sunday!

Here to help you win,

Pastor Clarence E. Stowers, Jr.

P.S. Don’t forget to join us online this Sunday at 10:30 AM Central for our online service. Set your reminder now! ⏰