“We’re not here to be diversified just to be diversified. That’s what the world wants. But the difference between the world and us is that we want to be multi-ethnic and multi-cultural because Jesus has a heart for that.” –Deacon Danny Chi

Rainier Valley has one of the highest rates of diversity in the country, this we know. But within the city of Seattle, it’s leading in a few other categories, too: highest crime rate, highest high school drop out rate, and highest rate of single-parent homes. We believe everyone needs Jesus; in places like this, that need is made all the more obvious.

In the above clip, Mars Hill Rainier Valley deacons Danny and Willie talk about why we’ve come to this neighborhood and the mission … and the worship band gives one of the most legit breakdowns of “How Great Thou Art” you’ll ever hear in your life.

“Only the gospel can bring all these people groups, all these generations, from pale white to dark black, and everything in between under one common purpose, and that’s to serve the King of kings and Lord of lords.” –Deacon Willie