Village Baptist
The Rev. Bill Bowen will bring the message at the 10:15 a.m. service Sunday, Aug. 24, at Village Baptist Church. Sunday school for all ages begins at 9 a.m. A nursery is provided during the worship service.
The Sunday evening service is at 6.
Men's prayer and the Bible study of 1 Peter are from 8 to 10 a.m. each Friday.
The women's Bible study of Titus by Kay Arthur begins at 6 p.m. Aug. 25 with an introductory session. Classes are scheduled for Sept. 8, 15 and 22, from 9 to 11 a.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m.
The choir practices at 5:45 p.m. Wednesdays. Prayer and Bible study are offered at 7 p.m.
Village Baptist, a Southern Baptist church, is located at 380 Glasgow Road. New office hours are from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. and closed from noon to 1 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Call 479-855-7775 for other information.
Unitarian Universalists of Benton County
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Benton County will not have services Sundays, Aug. 24 and 31. Regular meetings will resume Sept. 7.
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.
Presbyterian Church
The Missions Committee at the Presbyterian Church of Bella Vista is collecting personal care items for the Northwest Arkansas Children's Shelter to be given to the children as they leave the facility. A list of items needed for the packets and a donation box are available in the connector hallway. Monetary contributions would also be appreciated to help purchase supplies.
Ladies of the church will gather for the monthly Birthday Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 22. Those planning to attend should sign up in advance at the information center.
On Sunday, Aug. 24, and the fourth Sunday of each month, items are collected for the Helping Hands food pantry in Bentonville. The requested items this month are dry or canned pasta, beans and rice, although any food items and monetary donations would be appreciated. Donations may be placed on the table located in the connector hallway at the church.
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.
Bella Vista Lutheran
Construction is well under way on the expansion project at Bella Vista Lutheran Church. Targeted for removal are trees and shrubs that front Forest Hills Boulevard to make way for a new parking lot. Workers are also clearing an area behind the building for a children's play area and storage of construction materials while the project continues.
Meanwhile, the popular Shepherd's Food Pantry proceeds unabated in an effort to lessen neighborhood hunger. The pantry is open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. each Friday at 1990 Forest Hills Blvd. July figures show that 672 people from 170 families were served, up from 503 people in June.
The family life ministry team is involved in stocking closets for teachers of grades 3-5 in the Gravette School District to spare the teachers' use of personal funds to purchase paper, pencils, markers and other items. Large boxes are located in the church narthex for collections, and contributions are welcome prior to delivery later in August.
Church members' "quilts of love" will be auctioned Saturday, Aug. 23, during a pulled pork dinner from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at Pea Ridge High School. Tickets are $6 for adults, $4 for children and free for kids under 2 years. Proceeds will buy materials to make quilts for Arkansas Children's Hospital.
Bella Vista Lutheran Church is at 1990 Forest Hills Blvd. Visit www.bvlutheran.com or call 479-855-0272.
Highland Christian (Disciples of Christ)
The Prayer Group will meet at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 20, at Highland Christian Church. Choir rehearsal will be at 4 p.m., and the Lantz and Hole Shepherd Group will meet at 5:30 p.m.
Elders will convene at 8:30 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 24. Church school starts at 9 a.m., and the worship service with open Communion is at 10:30 a.m. The Rev. Paul Seal will speak on "Hands for Healing" from Matthew 8:14-17.
Golf will be played at 11:40 a.m. Monday, Aug. 25, at the Berksdale Golf Course.
Singles meet at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 26.
Bible study will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 27. The choir will rehearse at 4 p.m.
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.
Highlands Church
GriefShare is a grief recovery support group where people can find help and healing for the hurt of losing a loved one. This group began a new 13-week session Aug. 18 with meetings held at 6 p.m. Mondays in the Matthew room at Highlands Church. Phone the church office at 479-855-2277 with any questions.
Dates for Walk to Emmaus weekends this fall are Sept. 26-28 for women and Oct. 3-5 for men. Anyone who would like more information should contact the church office.
A new Bible Study, "Walking By Faith: Lessons Learned in the Dark" by Jennifer Rothschild, will begin Sept. 9. This six-week study will be offered at two different times -- from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and from 9 to 10:30 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. Wednesday.
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.
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. 24.
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.
First United
Methodist
A prayer service is held at 5:30 p.m. every Wednesday in the chapel at the First United Methodist Church of Bella Vista. Junior and senior high students can participate in Youth Life at 7 p.m.
The Rev. Jaimie Alexander will continue the sermon series, "Cool Aid: First in My Heart! Spiritual Simplicity Refreshed," on Sunday, Aug. 24. The message is titled "The Holy Spirit" and is based on John 4:14-15. Traditional services are held at 8 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. with a contemporary service at 9:30 a.m. Sunday school classes for all ages are also held at 9:30. 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.
St. Bernard
Catholic Church
Crazy canasta will be played the first Monday of each month, Oct. 6 through May 4, at St. Bernard Catholic Church of Bella Vista. A social time will be at 6 p.m. with snacks provided. Play begins at 6:30 p.m. The cost is $1 per person each night. Everyone 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.
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.
Each fall, thousands of people throughout the world gather at community parishes to study and discuss the teachings of Jesus Christ. St. Bernard calls its sessions "The Journey of Faith." The first meeting will be at 7 p.m. Sept. 10 in the parish hall and will provide an opportunity for people from all walks of life to come and see if this is something they would like to participate in. To learn more, phone Howard Hunt at 479-855-7933.
The annual Women's Club bazaar will be held Saturday, Nov. 1. Parishioners are needed to help. The group meets at 9 a.m. every Tuesday in the parish hall to design, arrange and get ready for the bazaar. Call Betty Klaeser at 479-876-1227 for details.
St. Bernard Church is located off of Lancashire Boulevard at 1 St. Bernard Lane. Call 479-855-9069 or go online to www.bvstbernard.org.
Bella Vista Baptist
The Wednesday evening meal is from 4:45 to 5:30 p.m. at Bella Vista Baptist Church. A prayer meeting follows at 5:45 p.m. in the old sanctuary.
Also Wednesday, the children's choirs rehearse at 5:30 p.m., youth activities begin at 6 p.m. and AWANA meets at 6:15 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.
Village Bible
Evangelical Free
Oasis Food Pantry will be open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 20, at Village Bible Evangelical Free Church.
Also Wednesday, the Building Committee will meet at 4 p.m. and the Women's Ministry Board will have a 5:30 p.m. dinner meeting. The family potluck dinner will begin at 5:30 p.m., followed by family praise and prayer fellowship plus children's and youth activities 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.
Community Blood Center of the Ozarks will have a blood drive at the church from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 22. Anyone who would like to give blood should call the church office at 479-876-5764.
Sunday school classes will be available for all ages at 9 a.m. Aug. 24, 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 "Lying to God" and is based on Ananias and Sapphira from Acts 5. An infant nursery and children's church will be available during the service.
At 2:30 p.m. Sunday, a ministry team from the church will provide a chapel service at The Meadows independent and assisted living facility in Bentonville.
Intercessory Prayer for the Building Program will be held at the church at 9 a.m. Monday, Aug. 25.
Morris will lead the men's Bible study on Romans at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 26. The ladies' KniTTogether ministry and White Cross EFCA Women's Mission ministry also meet at 7.
The church is located at 210 Town Center S.E. Call 479-876-5764 or visit www.villagebibleefc.org.
Unity Church
of the Ozarks
A Wednesday night class and meditation are held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. every Wednesday at Unity Church of the Ozarks. The topic for tonight is interpreting the Bible or other sacred texts metaphysically.
Unity Church's vision is to be "a welcoming community where each may study and learn practical Christianity and discover the loving presence of God within all." The Rev. Edie Skalitsky will explore the theme, "The Interconnected Web," on Sunday, Aug. 24. Light refreshments will be served after the service.
The Prayer Shawl Ministry Team makes prayer shawls for people who have lost a loved one.
Unity Church continues to search for a new home. The congregation currently meets at 902 S.W. Second St., Suite E, in Bentonville. Call 479-721-2752 or visit www.unityozarks.org for other information.
Community Church
The Men's Study Group meets at 8 a.m. every Wednesday in the parlor at Bella Vista Community Church.
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.
Growing Through Grief support group will meet at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 21, in the parlor.
The Prostate Cancer and Diabetes support groups will not meet in August.
The Rev. Eric Sloter will preach at both the 8:30 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. services Sunday, Aug. 24. His sermon topic will be "Great Service" from Mark 10:43-44. 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. The adult Sunday school class is taking a break this month.
Bella Vista Community Church is a Stephen Ministry church and is located at 75 E. Lancashire Blvd. Call 479-855-1126, email [email protected] or visit www.bvcommunitychurch.org.
Religion on 08/20/2014