by Clarence E. Stowers | Apr 11, 2011 | Christian, Christianity, Easter Weekend, Empowerment, Leadership, Men, Self-Leadership, Worship
People often joke: “You have a greater chance seeing Marvin Gaye (R.I.P) at the Superbowl than seeing men attend church.” Although some men attend church regularly, it is a fact many do not attend…at least not with the frequency and regularity women.
Churches from every country, race, and ethnic group all ask: Where are the men? According to Church for Men website, “Women comprise more than 60% of the adults in the typical worship service in America. Some overseas congregations report ten women for every man in attendance. Volunteer ranks are heavily female.”
This is not the case at Mars Hill. Men regularly attend our worship experiences and are not embarrassed or afraid to worship God. In fact, there were a few occasions when our men led worship. If you find this hard to believe, check out the picture below. That’s right…men kneeling at the altar…going after God with everything they have.
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by Clarence E. Stowers | Apr 1, 2011 | Christian, Christianity, Communication, Decisions, Empowerment, Leadership, Self-Leadership, Servant Leadership
Happy Friday!
Last week I shared “The ONE Mistake Nearly All Leaders Make” (failing to discern their culture). Failing to discern your culture could prove fatal. Yesterday, I shared how “A Culture of Service Makes a Great Leader.” You can read more about it HERE. Today, I conclude this series sharing the characteristics that reflect a true leadership culture.
What Characteristics reflect a True Leadership Culture?
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by Clarence E. Stowers | Mar 31, 2011 | Christian, Christianity, Communication, Decisions, Empowerment, Leadership, Self-Leadership
Last week I shared “The ONE Mistake Nearly All Leaders Make” (failing to discern their culture). I warned potential conference goers to spend time discerning their culture before trying to implement strategies from other places. What works for Bishop T.D. Jakes, Dr. R.A. Vernon, and Joyce Meyer probably won’t work for you since you are not them or have their audience. However, there’s an applicable universal leadership principle that supersedes location, gender, and race.
The question is: Is there a culture that can be adopted by leaders that will make them more efficient? Is a successful leadership culture something that can be learned and applied? The answer is yes – A Culture of Service makes a Great Leader.
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by Clarence E. Stowers | Mar 30, 2011 | Christian, Christianity, History
When I tell people the name of our church, People often look at me with a blank stare. That stare says: “Why in the world would you choose Mars Hill for the name of your church?” Scripture says:
A good name is more desirable than great riches; to be esteemed is better than silver or gold. Proverbs 22:1 (NIV)
Out of all the Names Available, Why did we Choose “Mars Hill?”
Before we begin to understand where Mars Hill is going, we must first know where we originated. The Areopagus or Areios Pagos is the “Hill of Ares” or Mars Hill. It is located northwest of the Acropolis in Athens. The Areopagus (Mars Hill in Latin), like most city-state institutions, continued to function in Roman times, and it was there, the Apostle Paul delivered his famous speech about the identity of “the Unknown God.”
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by Clarence E. Stowers | Mar 22, 2011 | Christian, Christianity, Conference/Workshops, Events, Worship
Mark my words: This weekend will forever be etched in the hearts of every true worshiper!
Why? Whenever you gather Valencia Lacy, Pastor Rose Harper, Min. Que Payne, Pastor Don Clark, and the Worship & Fine Arts Ministry Team of Mars Hill together – EXPECT the Presence of God to manifest. Don’t believe me…Check out the conference line up and see!
General Session:
Friday, March 25, 2011 7pm
I “Minister” Worship 7:30 p.m. til 8:30 p.m
Pastor Don Clark and Pastor Rose Harper
Teachings on the foundations of worship and the ministers role in supporting and advancing the Kindom as it pertains to worship and the Worship service.
The Ministry of Movement
Que Payne
Foundational teachings and bibical truths taught on Movement, the role each minister plays and recognition of who we are in the KINGDOM.
Singers That Touch The Heart of God/Heart of Worship!!
Valencia Lacy
Transition me from an ordinary singer into a singer/psalmist that touches the Heart of God!! Bring me back to fellowship, purpose, Spirit and Truth!!
The Ark of The Covenant
Pastor Don Clark
Biblical teaching on the purpose of the “Ark of the Covenant” the Glory of God and Life Beyond the Veil!! Get ready to EXPERIENCE THE GLORY!!
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by Clarence E. Stowers | Feb 25, 2011 | Christian, Christianity, Church Issues, Leadership, Teamwork
Every now and then I run across great information that MUST BE shared with my readers. I subscribe to Church Leaders, a blog dedicated to helping leaders lead better everyday. Today’s article by Chad Missildine, Pastor with LifeChurch.tv in Fort Worth, Texas is SO GOOD that I had to share it with you.
What is a Plastic Church?
A Plastic Church is a church that looks like church from the outside: building, services, staff, etc. Who knows, there may even be a steeple! On the inside, however, the Plastic Church barely resembles a church at all. No real community of believers, no prayer, no real concern for people, no application of Scripture in real life, no transformation. These are all signs of a real, authentic church. Could you have a Plastic Church or be on your way?
A plastic church looks like church from the outside, but inside there’s no real community.
Here are 10 Ways to Become a Plastic Church:
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