Church news

Presbyterian Church of Bella Vista

Thanksgiving Day Dinner will be served at noon on Thanksgiving Day for church family members and friends following a Thanksgiving service. Turkey, gravy and drinks will be provided. Please bring a dish to share and your own table service.

The church office will be closed on Nov. 26 and 27 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.

The community is invited to a traditional worship service on the first Sunday in Advent, Nov. 29, at 10 a.m. A staff nursery attendant is available. We always welcome new friends.

The youth of the church recently assembled 38 packets for the Northwest Arkansas Children's Shelter. Each child at the Shelter receives a packet when they leave the Shelter. A supply list of items for the packets is available in the connector hallway.

The Presbyterian Players and Friends will present Christmas Olio's and The Christmas Guest drama on Sunday, Dec. 6, at 2 p.m. Admission is free and reservations are not required. An offering will be taken to benefit Open Avenues in Rogers.

The church is located at 1880 Forest Hills Blvd. Adult and Children's Sunday School both meet at 8:30 a.m. All are welcome. Recent sermons can be heard on the church website: www.pcbv.org. Contact the church office at 479-855-2390 with any questions about activities or to speak with a pastor.

Bella Vista Lutheran Church

The Shepherd's Food pantry is still in need of items for the Thanksgiving bags. They could use stuffing, canned cranberries, canned sweet potatoes, cream soup, canned pumpkin and evaporated milk. A shopping cart for donations is in the old fellowship hall entry, and a container is in the new fellowship hall. The pantry has really been busy as it had 51 new applications and supported 684 people during the month of October. So, donations are very much needed.

The Celebration Choir and Orchestra will present a Christmas concert on Dec. 13 at 3:30 p.m.

Sunday morning worship is at 8:30 a.m. for the traditional service and 10:45 a.m. for the blended service. Sunday School and Adult Bible classes are at 9:45 a.m.

Bella Vista Lutheran Church is located at 1990 Forest Hills Blvd. For further information, visit the website at www.bvlutheran.com or call 479-855-1324.

Unitarian Universalists of Benton County

The Unitarian Universalists of Benton County are located at 1110 SE Evergreen St. (Little Einstein Montessori School) in Bentonville near the southeast corner of 14th and J Streets. The Sunday service, which begins at 11 a.m., is preceded by coffee and social time beginning at 10:30 a.m.

Sunday, Nov. 29, will feature a potluck and the introduction of Chalica, a week-long celebration of the seven Unitarian Universalist Principles. The holiday first emerged in 2005 out of a wish to have a holiday organized around Unitarian Universalist values. Chalica begins on the first Monday in December and lasts seven days. Each day, a chalice is lit and the day is spent reflecting on the meaning of that day's principle and doing a good deed that honors that principle.

Sunday School is available for children through age 15. A Unitarian Universalist adaptation of Jerome Berryman's book, "Spirit Play" is the primary resource. The morning is structured based on the Montessori approach. As in Montessori, the key elements are the classroom environment and the teachers. These elements free the children to work at their own pace on their own activities after an initial lesson.

For more information, visit the UUBC website at www.uubcar.com, Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/UUBC.AR, Twitter at https://twitter.com/UUBC1, and Tumblr at http://uubcar.tumblr.com.

First United Methodist Church

Sunday, Nov. 29, Senior Pastor, Bro. Jaimie J. Alexander, will begin a new sermon series "All I Want ..." with ..."Is to Learn to Trust." The associated scriptures are Luke 1:5-23 and Isaiah 28:16.

An Advent study for all ages will be held each Sunday between 10:45 and 11:45 a.m. from Nov. 22 to Dec. 20. The study will be using materials entitled "Sent" by Jorge Acevedo with age-appropriate materials for children, youth, and adults.

A nativity walk and soup supper will be hosted by Metfield Methodist Shepherd Group Monday, Dec. 7, at 5:30 p.m. in Becker Hall.

The Longest Night, a service of hope and healing for those who grieve with emphasis on the recovery of hope and spiritual wholeness, meets Sunday, Dec. 20 from 6 to 7 p.m. in the sanctuary. This service is open to anyone who might benefit from this.

A Christmas Cantata, "Glory to God in the Highest", will be presented in the traditional services at 8 and 10:45 a.m., Sunday, Dec. 13. Everyone is welcome!

"Carols, Candles & Communion" will be presented Christmas Eve. Midday at the Manger will start at noon. The Well Praise Band will present a contemporary program at 5 p.m. The Chancel Choir will present a more traditional Christmas service at 7:30 p.m. All are welcome!

Traditional services are held every Sunday 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.m. Nursery is provided.

Bella Vista Community Church

Bella Vista Community Church is an Interdenominational Stephen Ministry church located at 75 E. Lancashire Blvd. Worship starts at 9:30 a.m. Sunday mornings with coffee fellowship before and after the service.

Pastor Jeff Reed's sermon this Sunday will be "The Christmas Files: The Prophecy" and his text will be Micah 5:2-5. A staffed nursery is available as well as Children's Worship for ages four through 12 during the worship service. Adult Sunday School meets from 8 to 9 a.m. downstairs.

Prayer Fellowship meets every Wednesday at 9:15 a.m. in the conference room.

For the Thanksgiving holiday, the Wednesday night activities have been canceled, and the church offices will be closed Thursday and Friday, Nov. 26 and 27. Hope Happens Here cancer support group will not meet on Thursday, Nov. 26.

The next meeting of the Growing through Grief support group will be Thursday, Dec. 3, at 3:30 p.m. in the parlor.

Note: The Prostate Cancer support group and the Diabetic support group will not meet during November and December. These meetings resume in January.

Check their website to find out about BVCC orientations, the work at Samaritan Community Center, their Christmas cantata & reception on Dec. 13, and their two Christmas Eve services. For more information about the church, call 479-855-1126, e-mail [email protected], or visit their website www.bvcommunitychurch.org.

Highlands Church

The 27th Annual Cookie Walk is Dec. 5 with doors opening at 8 a.m. The walk begins at 8:30 a.m. and lasts until 11 a.m. or until all the cookies are gone. The price for each decorated can is $12 (limit 8 cans per customer). Visit also the Sweet Shoppe to buy other tasty items, the Coffee Shoppe for a sweet roll and coffee or the Craft Shoppe to purchase holiday gifts. Members of the choir will sing Christmas music. The money raised goes to local and regional charities.

The JAM Class will be doing a five-week study of Paul's Letters to Titus and Philemon beginning on Sunday, Dec. 13 at 8:30 a.m. in the Mark classroom. The class will be using the Bible Study, "Titus and Philemon," by John Stott. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Come Dec. 13 for the choir's Christmas musical, "Christmas Journey."

Highlands Church, a United Methodist congregation, is located 371 Glasgow Road. For more information, call 479-855-2277 or visit the website at www.humcbv.com. To find the church on Facebook.com, search for Highlands Church of Bella Vista.

Unity Churchof the Ozarks

Rev. Edie Skalitzky presents "Our Eternal Self" Sunday, Nov. 29, 10:30 a.m. followed by refreshments and friendly conversations.

The Wednesday night class "The Journey of The Path of the Mystic" and meditation begin at 7 p.m. The church is exploring life from Unity metaphysical way of thinking. All are welcome.

Sunday, Nov. 29, is the monthly potluck supper. Bring a dish and come enjoy the good food and company.

Rick Blough facilitates Qi Gong classes every Saturday at 9 a.m. Stay afterwards for a complimentary hands-on healing session.

Unity Church continues to recycle empty computer cartridges, old cell phones and small electronics for Planter Green.

Unity Church of the Ozarks meets 10:30 a.m. Sundays at 902 SW 2nd St., Suite E in Bentonville. For more information, call 479-721-2752.

United Lutheran Church

Sunday Worship Service begins at 9:30 a.m. and is followed by Sunday School at 10:30 a.m.

United in Prayer meets 3 p.m. every Monday.

There is an exercise class every Tuesday and Thursday at 8 a.m.

Orchestra practices every Wednesday at 5:45 p.m. The choir practices every Wednesday at 7 p.m.

There will be a Thanksgiving Eve service Nov. 25 at 6:15 p.m. followed by a Pie Social.

United Lutheran Church is located at 100 Cooper Road. For more information, call 479-855-1325 or visit the website at www.unitedlutheranbv.org.

Village Baptist Church

Rev. Lowell Snow will bring the message Sunday morning, Nov. 29, at 10:15 a.m. Evening service at 6 pm.

There will not be a Men's Prayer and Bible Study on Saturday, Nov. 28.

The church office will be closing at noon Wednesday, Nov. 25, and will be closed Thursday, Nov. 26, for Thanksgiving.

Village Baptist, a Southern Baptist church, is located at 380 Glasgow Road in the Highlands of Bella Vista. Sunday School for all ages begins at 9 a.m., nursery provided. Sunday evening service starts at 6 p.m. Wednesday evening choir practice is at 5:30 p.m. followed by Prayer and Bible Study at 7 p.m.

The church office hours are Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The church office phone number is 479-855-7775.

Highland Christian Church

Choir Practice starts at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 25.

The office will be closed Thursday and Friday, Nov. 26 and 27, for Thanksgiving.

Come and help decorate the church for Christmas Saturday, Nov. 28, beginning at 9 a.m.

Sunday, Nov. 29, Sunday School starts at 9 a.m. and is followed at 10:30 a.m. by Worship with "Open Communion." Rev. Paul Seal will be speaking on "A Hope that Lavishes Love" with a reading from I John 3:1-3.

Tuesday, Dec. 1, the Andante Music Club meets at 1 p.m. for the program "The Real Spirit of Christmas" with lessons in carols by Mary Shambarger & Jo Evans. This event is open to the public.

Wednesday, Dec. 2, there is a 10 a.m. Bible study. The choir practices at 4 p.m.

The church is located at 1500 Forest Hills Blvd. The church office is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to noon. For more information, call 479-855-2780, email [email protected], or visit the website at HighlandChristianChurchBV.org.

Bella Vista Baptist Church

Sunday morning, the Contemporary worship service begins at 8:30 a.m., Bible Study/Sunday School starts at 9:45 a.m., and the Traditional worship service is at 11 a.m. Sunday evening service starts at 5 p.m. in the old sanctuary.

The Wednesday Evening Meal is from 4:45 to 5:30 p.m. The Wednesday Evening Prayer Meeting is held at 5:45 p.m. in the old sanctuary. Children's choirs meet at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday followed by AWANA from 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. There are youth activities on Wednesdays starting at 6 p.m.

WOM meets at 9 a.m. the first Wednesday of each month in the fellowship hall.

The Men's Prayer Breakfast is every Tuesday at 6:30 a.m. in the fellowship hall. They are studying the book of 2nd Peter.

Threads of Love gathers at 9:30 a.m. the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month in room 143B.

The Senior Adult Ministries hosts Ice Cream and a Movie the fourth Friday of the month at 6:30 p.m. 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 multi-generational church with weekly activities for children and adults. The church office is open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. More information is available by calling 479-855-3748 or visiting their website at www.bvbaptist.com.

Bella Vista Christian Church

Bella Vista Christian Church offers two identical worship services at 9 & 10:45 a.m. on Sundays. KidTown for children birth through fifth grade is held at both hours.

The Women's Ministry will host Mugs, Muffins 'N Mittens on Saturday, Dec. 12, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the church. Pam Stephens will be the guest speaker. All ladies are invited. Bring a mug and a favorite sweet treat to share. RSVP on the church website.

The Men's Ministry will host a Christmas party with a catered dinner for men and women at the church on Tuesday, Dec. 15, at 6 p.m. The cost is $10. Bring a white elephant gift for the exchange. Call the church office at 479-855-1616 to RSVP.

The church will hold three Christmas Eve Services on Dec. 24 at 3, 5 and 6:30 p.m. All will be highlighted by Christmas carols, a relevant message for the season and a lighting service.

A Christmas Day dinner will be held noon on Friday, Dec. 25, at the church. Everyone is welcome to attend. Please RSVP on the church website.

Bella Vista Christian Church is a non-denominational Christian church located at 103 Riordan Road. For more information, call 479-855-1616. The office hours are Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Visit their website at www.bellavistachristian.com.

Village Bible Church

Village Bible Church is located at 1591 Forest Hills Boulevard, Bella Vista. The Rev. Mark Voll is the pastor. It is a church for all ages. Since we have moved, all activities are now held in the new building unless otherwise noted.

Wednesday, Nov. 25, the Oasis Food Pantry will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday. The church office also will be closed Wednesday through Saturday.

Sunday, Nov. 29, Sunday school classes are offered for all ages at 9 a.m. and are followed by the 10:15 a.m. worship service. The community is welcome to attend. Retired Pastor Don Moor will bring the message for the worship service. His sermon title is "The Biggest Lie Ever Believed." Infant and toddler nursery and Children's Church for kids are offered as well.

For more information, contact the church at 479-876-5764, email at [email protected], visit Facebook page at Village Bible Church or the website at www.villagebibleefc.org.