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Some Questions for Soma Church from Soma Members About the Mars Hill Bellevue Replant

In recent days, several members of Soma churches have written me with questions they have posed to either their local pastors or to the leaders at Soma Tacoma. The questions relate to the relationship between Soma and Mars Hill now and after the transition to independent churches. I don’t know the answers to these questions … Continue reading “Some Questions for Soma Church from Soma Members About the Mars Hill Bellevue Replant”

Is Mars Hill Church Launching 11 New Churches?

They say they are. At least one of them (Bellevue) is supposed to be a Soma church replant. Despite the attempt at addressing questions of public interest, Jeff Vanderstelt and Soma have left questions about Mars Hill’s legacy unanswered.  I have asked Soma about the financial aspects of getting seed money from Mars Hill, as … Continue reading “Is Mars Hill Church Launching 11 New Churches?”

Former Executive Elders of Mars Hill Church May Face RICO Lawsuit

According to former Mars Hill deacon Rob Smith and Seattle attorney Brian Fahling, a lawsuit is being prepared with Mark Driscoll, Sutton Turner, David Bruskas, and Jamie Munson named as defendants. The suit may not be filed until later this week or early next week. Those bringing the suit have alerted Mars Hill Church leaders … Continue reading “Former Executive Elders of Mars Hill Church May Face RICO Lawsuit”

Dave Bruskas and Mark Driscoll to Mars Hill Church Elders in May 2012: We Really Need Your Help

The following post by Dave Bruskas and Mark Driscoll was made to Mars Hill Church’s internal website The City and also sent via email to staff and elders on May 25, 2012. This memo contrasts with the reality of compensation for the executive elders, apparently unknown to the lead pastors and members at the time. … Continue reading “Dave Bruskas and Mark Driscoll to Mars Hill Church Elders in May 2012: We Really Need Your Help”

Mars Hill Bellevue Elders Will Remain in Place for Six Months Past Soma Transition

Yesterday, we heard from Jeff Vanderstelt about his move to Bellevue. Today we hear from Jason Skelton, pastor at Bellevue (now being referred to as “Eastside church”). Probably, the most interesting aspect of the communication is that the elders are committed to stay in place for six months. Vanderstelt said in his letter that the … Continue reading “Mars Hill Bellevue Elders Will Remain in Place for Six Months Past Soma Transition”