Mars Hill Ballard Moves Toward Independence Amid Unanswered Questions

Last night, a trusted source attended an organizational meeting at Mars Hill Ballard. Several changes were announced with information provided about the move toward becoming an independent church. According to the source: Scott Harris is stepping down as lead pastor. It was announced that he plans to find employment and stay on at the church … Continue reading “Mars Hill Ballard Moves Toward Independence Amid Unanswered Questions”

Dave Bruskas to Join Mars Hill Albuquerque in January

The pieces of the puzzle are falling into place. Today, according to a source in the church,  it was announced at Mars Hill Albuquerque today that lone remaining Mars Hill executive elder Dave Bruskas will join the church as teaching pastor. Bruskas was slated to be interim teaching pastor at the new Bellevue Church (Mars … Continue reading “Dave Bruskas to Join Mars Hill Albuquerque in January”

Unanswered Questions at Mars Hill Church

Barring intervention, we now know that the trajectory of Mars Hill Church is toward dissolution. However, several questions from members and former members persist without answers. Even in the increased communication from Dave Bruskas and lead pastors, some business is unfinished. I will list them here and hope the church will eventually address them. Global … Continue reading “Unanswered Questions at Mars Hill Church”

Should Washington's Attorney General Hold Up the Dissolution of Mars Hill Church?

I must admit I am unclear about the legal issues here. However, for discussion’s sake, I thought I would make readers aware of this complaint letter lodged with the Washington Attorney General’s office. The Honorable Bob Ferguson Attorney General of The State of Washington 1125 Washington Street SE PO Box 40100 Olympia, WA 98504-0100 Re: … Continue reading “Should Washington's Attorney General Hold Up the Dissolution of Mars Hill Church?”

Mars Hill Tacoma to Become Independent Pending Bank Approval; Will The Leaders Open the Books?

According to this Tacoma News Tribune article, the Mars Hill location in Tacoma plans to pursue independent status. If the bank doesn’t approve them for a take over of the loan on the building, the congregation will seek a new location. Lead pastor Bubba Jennings is supposed to meet with officials of the credit union … Continue reading “Mars Hill Tacoma to Become Independent Pending Bank Approval; Will The Leaders Open the Books?”