Counseling is available to those who don’t yet know Jesus, new believers, members of Mars Hill Church and/or those actively participating in our community.

For counseling, please contact your Campus Shepherding Coordinator, a community group leader, or connect with a Pastor/Counselor during Post-Service Prayer. Email shorelinecare@marshillchurch.org to request an appointment.

If you don’t attend Mars Hill, we can make some recommendations of local Christian Counselors in the Seattle area.

Redemption Night For those facing difficult and seldom-discussed struggles, like abuse, addiction, and trials of all sorts, Redemption Groups offer a time for growing in knowledge of how God changes our lives by the Gospel. Redemption Night begins with an Intensive on a Fri & Sat. and then each Wednesday includes two sessions: a Main Session (open to everyone) and various Closed Groups. for more info, dates, and to register click the button below

What Is a Redemption Group?

A Redemption Group is an intense small group that digs deep into difficult areas of life, such as abuse, addiction, and trials of all sorts.  It is a dialogue, not a class.  The objectives follow the content of the redemption book and main session teaching.  Each group is led by qualified leaders (usually two per group) trained for the task by Mars Hill pastors.  Group sizes are limited to preserve the small group dynamic conducive to deep, focused dialogue.  Participants should expect to expose their lives to others and be willing to engage the struggles of others.

Redemption Groups do not provide professional counseling or therapy.  They are built upon the idea that the Gospel is the power of God to redeem every wound and every deeply-worn pattern of sin.  When concerned and compassionate brothers and sisters come together in Christ, indwelt by the Holy Spirit to share and speak into one another’s lives, God changes them as, together, they take one step forward at a time.

Redemption Groups serve as a supplement – not a replacement – for community groups.  While we are optimistic that participating in a Redemption Group for a quarter can be used by God to bring significant growth in a believer’s life, we are also realistic.  Redemption Groups are not designed as long-term support groups, but as short-term “rest areas.”  The goal for each group participant is to gain a solid foundation for ongoing Gospel-based, heart-focused change, and to make some significant strides while in the group.  When the group concludes, participants are asked to continue growing and changing in close relationships that are built within the primary connecting points within Mars Hill, such as community groups and serving teams.

Participants are placed in groups based on gender.  They are not divided by “issue.”  For example, a person who is the victim of domestic violence may be in the same group with someone who struggles with the habitual sin of pornography use.  This reflects our conviction that much of the sin and suffering we experience is common.  The basis for healing and change by the Gospel is also common.  Therefore, we can relate to one another and see the same Gospel themes deeply applied, even when the particulars of our experiences differ.

How can I sign up for a Redemption Group?

If you’re interested in a Closed Redemption Group (Mars Hill members only), email shorelinecare@marshillchurch.org to be placed on the waiting list for future groups or indicate your desire when you register for Redemption Night.