Village Baptist
The Rev. Bill Bowen will present the message at the 10:15 a.m. service Sunday, Aug. 17, at Village Baptist Church. Children's Church has been discontinued. The Sunday evening service starts at 6.
Men's prayer time is from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. each Friday, followed by the Bible study of 1 Peter at 9 a.m.
Collections for the military and the Northwest Arkansas Women's Shelter have been suspended.
Village Baptist, a Southern Baptist church, is located at 380 Glasgow Road. Call 479-855-7775 for other information.
Bella Vista Lutheran
Shepherd's Food Pantry helps feed those in need from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Friday. The congregation has been urged to contribute to the pantry's restocking with jelly, peanut butter, cereal and diapers in sizes five and six. Sugar or gluten-free items are greatly appreciated. Donations from visitors are also welcome and may be dropped off in the fellowship hall at Bella Vista Lutheran Church between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
Helping Hands reported that at this time, 87.35 percent of every dollar goes back into the community. So far this year there have been 8,997 client contacts. More help is welcome any day of the week from those who can spare a morning or an afternoon. A container for donations is in the fellowship hall entry cabinets.
A traditional worship service is offered at 8:30 a.m. Sunday and a blended service is at 10:45. Sunday school and adult Bible classes begin at 9:45 a.m.
Bella Vista Lutheran Church is at 1990 Forest Hills Blvd. Call 479-855-0272 or visit www.bvlutheran.com.
Community Church
The Men's Study Group meets at 8 a.m. every Wednesday in the parlor at Bella Vista Community Church.
Parish nurses conduct blood pressure checks from 9 a.m. until noon Wednesdays in the nurses' office and between services on the last Sunday of each month in the parlor. There is no charge, and no appointment is necessary. This service is available to anyone in the community.
Prayer Fellowship meets every Wednesday morning at 9:15 in the conference room.
Wednesday Night Family Activities start at 6 p.m. with pizza, followed at 6:30 p.m. by PMK Bible study for all ages. A nursery is provided.
Hope Happens Here cancer support group will meet at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 14, in the parlor.
The Prostate Cancer and Diabetes support groups will not meet in August.
Cups and Croissants will host its annual variety show at 9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 16, in McKay Hall.
The Rev. Eric Sloter will preach at both the 8:30 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. services Sunday, Aug. 17. The chapel is open for prayer from 8 until 11:30 a.m. Children's Teaching Time for ages 4-12 is offered during the 10:15 a.m. service.
Bella Vista Community Church is a Stephen Ministry church and is located at 75 E. Lancashire Blvd. Call 479-855-1126, send email to [email protected] or visit www.bvcommunitychurch.org.
Presbyterian Church
The Missions and Fellowship committees of the Presbyterian Church of Bella Vista will host a back-to-school event at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 16, for the annual collection of school supplies. Early shoppers may obtain a supply list at the information center.
On Sunday, Aug. 17, and the third Sunday of each month, funds will be collected for the Cents-Ability Hunger program to aid in the fight against world hunger and poverty. The collection container is located in the connector hallway.
The Women's Birthday Luncheon is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 22. Sign up at the information center.
The Chancel Choir is taking a break during the summer. Special music will be presented each Sunday until the choir returns Sept. 7.
An exercise class meets from 8 to 8:45 a.m. every Monday, Wednesday and Friday in the fellowship hall. It is free of charge and open to the community.
The church is located at 1880 Forest Hills Blvd. Sunday worship is at 10 a.m., and Sunday school for children and adults meets at 8:30 a.m. All are welcome. Recent sermons can be heard on the website at www.pcbv.org. Call the office at 479-855-2390 with any questions about activities or to speak with a pastor.
Unity Church
of the Ozarks
An Abundance Prayer Team is forming for those committed to being in prayer for each person in the Unity Church community and for the community as a whole for 30 days.
The Rev. Edie Skalitzky will present "Five Vowels" on Sunday, Aug. 17, followed by a mind-expanding spiritual cinema.
The "Got Talent" show, art show, raffle and silent auction will be held Sept. 20.
The church is located at 902 S.W. Second St., Suite E, in Bentonville. Call 479-721-2752 or visit www.unityozarks.org.
Unitarian Universalists of Benton County
Gladys Tiffany will discuss her "Frameworks of Values Operating in the Polarization of Politics" on Sunday, Aug. 17. Tiffany is executive director of the Omni Center in Fayetteville. The Omni Center is composed of northwest Arkansas residents who share a vision for a culture of peace in an earth restored. The group is focused on taking steps toward justice, equality, open communication, meaningful networks and a healthy earth through work on many different activities and programs.
Unitarian Universalists of Benton County meets at the Elks Club, 501 S. 40th St., in Rogers. Sunday services begin with an all-inclusive opening and a traditional closing. Coffee and social time is at 10:30 a.m., and the program starts at 11 a.m. and usually lasts 30 to 40 minutes. Sunday school is available for children through age 15.
For more information, go online to www.uubcar.com, www.facebook.com/UUBC.AR or http://uubcar.tumblr.com, or connect with @UUBC1 on Twitter.
Highland Christian (Disciples of Christ)
The 10 a.m. Bible study resumes Wednesday, Aug. 13. It is open to all interested people.
Keller Shepherd Group members will get acquainted over coffee and dessert at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 14, at the church.
Church school starts at 9 a.m. and the worship service with open Communion will be at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 17. The Rev. Paul Seal will present the message, "Giving to the Needy," from Matthew 6:14. A fellowship dinner will be held following the service to celebrate birthdays.
Golf will be played at 8:25 a.m. Monday, Aug. 18, at the Bella Vista Country Club Golf Course.
The Singles Group will meet at the church at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 19.
The Prayer Group will meet at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 20. Choir rehearsal resumes at 4 p.m., and at 5:30 p.m., Lantz and Hole Shepherd Group will meet at the church.
The church is located at 1500 Forest Hills Blvd. The office telephone number is 479-855-2780. For information, email [email protected] or go to www.highlandchristianchurchbv.org.
First United
Methodist
United Methodist Men's monthly dinner will be at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 13. Contact the office at the First United Methodist Church of Bella Vista for details.
"Supercharged," a communitywide back-to-school family celebration, is planned from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 15. The event will include: free hot dogs, drinks and watermelon; live music; games; prizes including a cruise and laptops; and free back-to-school haircuts. Bella Vista emergency responders will be on site with their vehicles. For further information, call 479-855-1158.
Bishop Gary Mueller will bring the message Sunday, Aug. 17. Traditional services are held every Sunday at 8 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. with a contemporary service at 9:30. Sunday school classes for all ages are also held at 9:30 a.m. A nursery is provided.
Bazaar workshops are held from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. every Thursday in the downstairs quilt room. Snacks are available, and those planning to stay the day may bring a sack lunch. No particular talent is required, but those with sewing abilities are greatly appreciated.
Caregivers Support Group provides an essential support system for those who are primary caregivers of family or friends. The group meets at 9 a.m. on the second and fourth Mondays of each month in room 5.
The church is at 20 Boyce Drive. Call 479-855-1158 or visit www.lovelearnlead.com.
Highlands Church
The annual Homes Tour will be held from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 16. Tickets are $10 if purchased in advance or $12 the day of the event. Other activities at the church include a car show and an antiques and collectibles appraisal from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., and an antiques and collectibles sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lunch will be for sale from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
GriefShare is a grief recovery support group where people can find help and healing for the hurt of losing a loved one. The group meets weekly and is looking to start a new session. The class is free to attend, and a person need not be a member of Highlands Church to participate. Anyone interested in attending should phone the church office at 479-855-2277.
Highlands Church, a United Methodist congregation, is at 371 Glasgow Road in Bella Vista. Call 479-855-2277, visit www.humcbv.com or search for Highlands Church of Bella Vista on Facebook.com.
Village Bible
Evangelical Free
Oasis Food Pantry will be open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 13, at Village Bible Evangelical Free Church.
Also Wednesday, the Building and Missions committees will meet at 4 p.m. Both the Church Services Board and the Women's Ministry Board will have a 5:30 p.m. dinner meeting. The regular 5:30 p.m. dinner will be hamburgers with all the trimmings, plus salad and dessert. Donations will be accepted. Family praise and prayer fellowship plus children's and youth activities begin at 6:20 p.m. Worship Team practice starts at 7:30 p.m.
Ron Morris will lead the Bible study on 1 Peter at 6:30 p.m. Thursday at the church. This study is open to anyone who wishes to attend.
Sunday school classes will be available for all ages at 9 a.m. Aug. 17, followed by the 10 a.m. worship service. The Rev. Mark Voll will continue his preaching series on "Truth and Consequences." The sermon is titled "Power That Corrupts" and is based on the life of Solomon from 1 Kings 11. An infant nursery and children's church will be available during the service.
Intercessory Prayer for the Building Program will be held at the church at 9 a.m. Monday, Aug. 18.
Morris will lead the men's Bible study on Romans at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 19. The ladies' KniTTogether ministry and White Cross EFCA Women's Mission ministry also meet at 7.
Community Blood Center of the Ozarks will conduct a blood drive at the church Friday, Aug. 22. Call the church office to volunteer to donate blood.
The church is located at 210 Town Center S.E. Call 479-876-5764 or visit www.villagebibleefc.org.
St. Bernard
Catholic Church
Volunteers from St. Bernard Catholic Church of Bella Vista will be working at Care and Share Aug. 12-16. Anyone interested in helping with this project should call Donna at 479-876-1657.
The Women's Club is gathering school supplies for children in need. Supplies may be dropped off in the parish hall prior to Sunday, Aug. 17.
Bingo will be played Thursday, Aug. 21. Doors and a snack bar open at 5:45 p.m. and play starts at 6:30. The jackpot is always set at $1,000, and all proceeds go to local charities. The community is welcome.
Parish food pantry distributions are made through the parish office during regular office hours, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call the parish office with questions.
The annual Women's Club bazaar will be held Saturday, Nov. 1. Women wanting to help with this project meet every Tuesday at 9 a.m. in the parish hall to design, arrange and get ready for the bazaar. Call Betty Klaeser at 479-876-1227 for more information.
Al-Anon meets Mondays at 7 p.m. in room 203.
Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults classes will be held again beginning Sept. 10. All are welcome to this open class to learn more about the Catholic faith. Sessions are held at 7 p.m. Wednesdays in the church hall.
St. Bernard Church is located off of Lancashire Boulevard at 1 Bernard Lane in Bella Vista. Call 479-855-9069.
Bella Vista Baptist
Wednesday Evening Prayer Meeting is held at 5:45 p.m. in the old sanctuary at Bella Vista Baptist Church. AWANA and youth activities are offered at 6 p.m.
Men's Prayer Breakfast is held at 6:30 a.m. every Tuesday in the fellowship hall. The group is studying the Book of Joshua.
Senior Adult Ministries hosts an ice cream and movie night at 6:30 p.m. on the fourth Friday of the month. All adults are welcome.
Prayer Warriors are available from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. seven days a week by calling 479-855-6644.
Bella Vista Baptist is a multigenerational church with weekly activities for children and adults. More information is available by calling 479-855-3748 or by visiting the website at www.bvbaptist.com.
United Lutheran
An exercise class is offered at 8 a.m. every Tuesday and Thursday at the United Lutheran Church of Bella Vista. The community is welcome.
Chancel Bells will resume practice following summer vacation at 3:15 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 14.
New members will be welcomed at 9:30 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 17.
United in Prayer has changed its meeting time to 3 p.m. Mondays in the library.
The Rev. Darrel Johnson will lead the Power Surge discussion at 8 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 20.
Also Wednesday, Phoebes and Bread for the World will both meet at 9:15 a.m.
A choir kick-off dinner for all United Lutheran musicians will be at 6 p.m. Aug. 20, followed by choir practice at 7 p.m. Orchestra practice will be at 4:45 p.m. that day.
The church is located at 100 Cooper Road. Call 479-855-1325 or go to www.unitedlutheranbv.org. Email the church at [email protected].
Bella Vista Christian
The Women's Ministry at Bella Vista Christian Church will host Sister to Sister at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 15, in the atrium. This game and fellowship night is open to women of all ages in the church and community.
A three-week Discovery session to learn more about the church and its beliefs will be held at 10:45 a.m. Aug. 10, 17 and 24. Register on the church website -- www.bellavistachristian.com.
Little Sprouts Learning Center begins its school year Aug. 18. For more information on the preschool, call 479-855-1616.
Ladies in the community are invited to a Welcome Hour from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 21, at the church. This is for those interested or who have questions about a new satellite Bible Study Fellowship that will be held on the Bella Vista Christian campus Thursday mornings this fall.
Life Group kick-off will be held Aug. 24. Anyone interested in joining a small, in-home study for the fall season can call the church office or check the website.
The Cambodia Mission Trip team will host a movie night fundraiser at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 5, in the worship center. The movie is a Rapha House Production. Childcare is provided. Tickets to the movie are free, but donations will be accepted. Refreshments will also be available.
Sunday services are held at 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. KidTown is offered at both times for children from infants through fifth grade, and Radiate Students for grades 6-12 meets at 10:45 a.m.
Bella Vista Christian is a nondenominational church located at 103 Riordan Road. Call 479-855-1616 or visit www.bellavistachristian.com.
Forest Hills Church
Guests are welcome to drop in for a sack lunch, prayer time and Bible study starting at noon Wednesdays at Forest Hills Church.
The Forest Hills Church community welcomes people of all faiths to its Sunday activities. A sweets and coffee fellowship starts at 9 a.m., two adult Bible studies begin at 9:45 and the worship service is at 10:45. The Rev. Mark Kirby will bring the message Sunday, Aug. 17.
The church, an American Baptist congregation, is located at 1702 Forest Hills Blvd. Call Andrea for information at 479-855-3555 or send an email inquiry to [email protected]. Visit www.ForestHillsChurch.info for up-to-date information and a calendar of activities.
Religion on 08/13/2014