Mark Driscoll: He’s gone, the Mars Hill Church goes out of business at year’s end, but Mars Hill is still asking for money. (Photo: Crossway Books/AP). Mars Hill Church is officially shutting down at year’s end, but the one-time mega-church is still asking donors to give generously. “As we close out the year, and say good-bye to Mars Hill, your gifts continue to be very important as they will determine how much will be distributed to help fund the 11 independent churches launching in January,” said a message on the Mars Hill website.