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Some have asked the question, “Does Mars Hill know how to rock the flock?” That’s been answered with a slew of talented musicians leading worship and the volume turned up as loud as is legally possible.

Others have asked “Does Mars Hill know how to enjoy a good brew (coffee or beer)?” That has also been answered with extra-strength java generously available at all church services and beer-brewing lessons whenever a large group of MH men get together.

But there is one big question that has remained unanswered for years: “Does Mars Hill know how to party?” (sorry, swaying to the music during worship doesn’t count as a sufficient answer). Well, folks, the results are in. Mars Hill can indeed part-ay. This was emphatically confirmed by the fabulous time that was had by over 700 partiers at the recent Red Hot Bash on New Year’s Eve.

Stunning red and white decor, a beautiful spread of delicious desserts, and a red hot band greeted those lined up around the block (dress to impress, of course) as they entered the decked-out Ballard campus for a night of fun and festivity.

Another big question - “Does Mars Hill know how to dance?” - was also answered on New Year’s Eve. It wasn’t long before the dance floor filled up with guys swinging ladies around like they’d been practicing to impress for years - to swing, pop, and salsa music. The night also included a pretty intense dance-off, in which our very own Pastor Lief and his wife, Tonya, came in fifth place. Not bad out of 75 couples who entered the contest!

The event also included a champagne toast at midnight, with the Space Needle celebration televised across the big screens, as well as a photo booth for attenders to capture memories of all the fun. If you attended the event and lined up for a snapshot, click here to view and order your photos.

Also, check out a photo album created of pictures taken of the decor, dance-off, and much more.

We can all rest easy now knowing that Mars Hill very much knows how to party. And we’ll wait in anticipation for next year’s New Year’s celebration . . .