Church News

St. Bernard Catholic Church

The Women's Club will host a card party in the parish hall at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 9.

The Knights of Columbus will meet in the parish hall at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 9.

The Women's Club will meet in the parish hall at 9:30 a.m. Friday, Nov. 10.

The Men's Club will have a breakfast meeting in the parish hall at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 11.

Caring Friends will continue with the Grief Share Seminar at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 15

Adult Growing in Faith will gather from 3 to 5:30 p.m. in the parish hall on Sunday, Nov. 19. The program will be "Catholicism: The Pivotal Players" by Bishop Robert Barron. This week's lesson will focus on St. Francis of Assisi. There will be a light potluck following the discussions.

Get Ready for the Gospel meets every Thursday from 9:30 to 11 a.m. in classroom 205. This is a drop in class for anyone interested in gaining an understanding of the upcoming readings of Sunday's Mass. All are welcome.

The Rosary is said at 4:25 p.m., before Saturday night Mass, and at 8:25 a.m., before Sunday morning Mass. Make a point of coming early and joining in this beautiful devotional.

Daily morning Mass is celebrated at 8:30 a.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.

Evening Mass is celebrated at 5 p.m. Wednesdays.

Mass is celebrated at 5 p.m. on Saturdays (Sunday Vigil) and 9 a.m. on Sundays.

St. Bernard of Clairvaux Catholic Church is located at 1 St. Bernard Lane, Bella Vista AR 72715. Visit the website www.bvstbernard.org.

Bella Vista Baptist Church

Bella Vista Baptist is a multi-generational church with weekly activities for children and adults.

Sunday morning contemporary worship is at 8:30 a.m. in Grace Hall. Bible study and Sunday School is at 9:45 a.m. Traditional worship is at 11 a.m. in Grace Hall. Sunday evening service is at 5 p.m. in the sanctuary.

On Wednesdays, evening meals are at 4:45 p.m. Children's choirs meet at 5:30 p.m. Evening prayer meeting is at 5:45 p.m. in the sanctuary. AWANA meets at 6:15 p.m. and youth activities are at 6 p.m.

Men's prayer breakfast is at 6:30 p.m. every Tuesday in the fellowship hall and is currently studying the book of Colossians.

Women's Bible study is at 9 a.m. every Tuesday in the Conference Room and at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday in the Conference Room. Tuesday, Nov. 14, is the last day of the current session.

Surviving the Holidays -- Help for those dealing with grief during the holidays will be held at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 13 and Dec. 11 in the Conference Room.

The senior adult ministries ice cream and movie is at 6:30 p.m., 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.

The church office is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday. More information is available by calling 479-855-3748 or visiting www.bvbaptist.com.

United Lutheran Church

United Lutheran Church has worship services at 9:30 a.m. every Sunday. Following the service, there is fellowship, adult Christian education and youth Sunday school.

United Lutheran Breakfast Club will meet at 7:30 a.m. Nov. 13. Guest speaker will be Roxie Wright, Bella Vista Public Library Director. The devotion will be given by Jim Nugent.

United Lutheran Church is located at 100 Cooper Road at the intersection of Cooper Road and Arkansas Highway 279 in Bella Vista. For additional information, contact the church office at 479-855-1325 or visit www.unitedlutheranbv.org.

Highlands Church

The contemporary worship service is at 11 a.m. Sundays. Nursery and Children's Church (kindergarten through fifth grade) is available during the service.

Highlands Student Ministry (where middle- and high-school students can share and grow their faith) is from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Sundays.

Adult Sunday School Class meets at 8:15 a.m. every Sunday in the John classroom. All are welcome to attend.

A veterans concert will be performed by the Monitor Elementary School Third Grade Choir at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 9.

In honor of veterans, a Chili Mixer will be held from 12 to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 11 in the fellowship hall. Pots of chili will be combined to make a delicious chili mix.

The 29th Annual Cookie Walk will be on Saturday, Dec. 2. Doors open at 8 a.m. and the walk begins at 8:30 a.m. Cinnamon rolls, coffee, sweets and treats, along with handmade crafts will be available for purchase all morning. All proceeds support Highlands Church mission and ministry projects. Containers of cookies are $12 each.

The Highlands United Methodist Men will be sponsoring a blood drive from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 27. A photo identification is required. Be sure to eat and drink plenty of fluids prior to arrival.

Highlands Church, a United Methodist congregation, is located at 371 Glasgow Road, Bella Vista. For additional information, contact the church at 479-855-2277 or visit www.humcbv.com.

Forest Hills Church

Forest Hills Church welcomes people of all faiths to worship. Resident guest pastor, Mark Kirby, will deliver the sermon, "Give, Give, Give," from Malachi 3:10-12, during morning worship at 10:45 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 12. The adult Sunday school class meets at 9:30 a.m. and the weekly prayer and Bible study meets each Wednesday at 12:30 p.m.

Forest Hills Church is an American Baptist Congregation located at 1702 Forest Hills Blvd. in Bella Vista across from Edward Jones Investments near the Highlands. For more information, call the church office at 855-3555 or visit www.foresthillschurch.info.

Unity Church of the Ozarks

The Unity Church of the Ozarks Sunday, Nov. 11 service, "The Way, The Truth and The Life," will be presented at 10:30 a.m., followed by Standing in Peace.

Intender's Circle begins at 7 p.m. every Wednesday. This circle draws awareness to what members are grateful for as they set their intentions and watch the I AM manifest in their lives. The Circle is followed by a 15-minute meditation.

A Thanksgiving food drive for the Salvation Army will be held by the Unity Church at Walmart, Highway 102 in Centerton, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 11.

A bake-sale fundraiser is set for 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 18, at Sams Club, SE 14th Street, Bentonville.

For needed prayers, please contact Rev Elise Cowan at [email protected].

Unity Church of the Ozarks and Unity Youth Sunday School meet at 10:30 a.m. Sundays. Unity Church of the Ozarks is located at 12 McKissic Creek Road, Suite 1210, Bentonville. Call 479-721-2752 or visit unityozarks.org for additional information.

Highland Christian (Disciples of Christ)

Highland Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) meets for worship, with communion, at 10:30 a.m. each Sunday. Sunday school classes start at 9 a.m., offering three adult studies and creative worship for youth. Coffee fellowship is from 10 to 10:30 a.m.

Those who happen to enjoy singing and great fellowship can join the choir, with practice at 4 p.m. each Wednesday.

Please join us for Disciple Women Fellowship at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 11. The lesson will be "Promise & Struggle of God's Justice," read by Faye Bethea, and will be hosted by Lila Hole and Norma Stoudt.

Bible study will led by Vivian Keller at 10 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 15.

The Bella Vista Amateur Radio Club is now offering Amateur Radio license testing through the American Radio Relay League. The amateur radio testing sessions will be held on the second Saturday of each month at Highland Christian Church at 2 p.m. The next testing date is Saturday, Nov. 11. The Radio Club meets at 11 a.m. on the first Thursday of every month at Highland Christian Church. The meetings are open to the public. For more information, call Ken Mummery at 479-855-8716.

Happening place event is the "Family Christmas Make and Take," from 10 a.m. to 12 noon Saturday, Dec. 2. Carmen Doane will lead the event. She will use her talent to assist each person attending to create a one of a kind Christmas decoration. Each attendee should bring a small set of battery-operated clear lights. All other materials are provided, plus great fellowship and sweets. Please RSVP to Alice Zelahy 721-5438 by Nov. 28.

Highland Christian Church website, www.highlandchristianchurchbv.org, contains a complete listing of Sunday worship services.

Highland Christian Church is located at 1500 Forest Hills Blvd., Bella Vista. The church office is open from 8 a.m. to noon., Monday through Thursday. To contact the church, call the office at 479-855-2780 or email [email protected].

Village Baptist Church

A personal letter written by American salesman Alexander Oskar Holverson sold for $166,000 at an auction in London, October 2017. That letter, intended for his mother, never made it to her mailbox. A trip to the mailbox is part of our daily routine. What that box contains could impact our day. Looking past bills and junk mail we wonder like children if that box contains a hand-written note. A personal letter often seems more meaningful than an email. But why? The thought that someone took the time to carefully pen chosen words of importance brings a smile. Reading handwriting reminds us of that person's unique character. Some of us keep the most memorable letters our entire lives. Receiving a personal note warms the heart. If you agree, why not send a hand-written letter today? Be a blessing and warm the heart with encouraging words.

Perhaps more meaningful than a personal note is a personal greeting. Visitor's to Village Baptist Church will receive both a personal greeting and a warm welcome, and maybe even a hand-written note. Village Baptist Church offers teaching from God's Word, as well as celebratory and meaningful fellowship.

Sunday Morning Worship -- 10:10 a.m.

Bible Study -- Sundays 9 a.m.

Community Home Groups -- Second and Fourth Sundays 5:30 p.m.

Sunday Evening Worship -- First and Third Sundays 5:30 p.m.

Choir -- Wednesdays 5:30 p.m.

Prayer -- Wednesdays 7 p.m.

Men in Prayer -- Fridays 8 a.m.

380 Glasgow Road (In the Highlands), Bella Vista, www.vbconline.net, Phone: 479-855-7775

Village Bible Church

The Oasis Food Pantry will be open from 10 a.m. to noon, Wednesday, Nov. 8. This ministry is available to anyone in the area who needs help with groceries and would appreciate the compassion and encouragement of friendly volunteers. A potluck fellowship dinner will begin at 5:30 p.m. and the community is welcome. Donations are always accepted. At 6:30 p.m., there will be singing, devotions and prayer in the worship center. Nursery for infants and toddlers is available.

Sunday school classes are offered for all ages at 9 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 12, followed by the 10:15 a.m.worship service. Pastor Mark Voll will begin a new four-part series titled, "Thank You, Lord," based on Psalm 121. This week's sermon will be Part 2 of the series, with a text of Psalm 121:3-4. Infant and toddler nursery and Children's Church for kids are also offered. The community is welcome.

Ladies' Bible Study on Philippians, led by Joanne Morris, will be held at 9 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 14. Women from the community are welcome to attend, and a free study guide is provided. Just bring a Bible (translation, not a paraphrase) and a notebook. Call the church office for more information.

At 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 14, a men's Bible study titled "The Church in Prophecy" will meet in the fellowship hall, and men from the community are welcome. A ladies' KniTTogether ministry and the White Cross Women's Mission ministry also meets at 7 p.m. The ladies enjoy informal fellowship while working on projects that benefit needy children and adults in our area and a hospital in the Congo. Ladies from the community are welcome to come and learn more about these ministries.

Village Bible Church, an Evangelical Free church, is a church for all ages and is located at 1591 Forest Hills Blvd., Bella Vista. Mark Voll is the pastor. Church office hours are Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

For more information, contact the church at 479-876-5764 or email at [email protected]. Visit the church website at www.villagebibleefc.org.

Unitarian Universalists

The Unitarian Universalists of Benton County have moved to 1400 W. Walnut, No. 113, in The Quarter Shopping Center, located in Rogers. The Sunday service, which begins at 11 a.m., is preceded by coffee and social time beginning at 10:30 a.m. The Nov. 12 service will feature group discussions on the topic of "Blessing."

Sunday school is available for children with a Unitarian Universalist adaptation of Jerome Berryman's book, "Spirit Play," as the primary resource. We structure the morning 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 UUBC at www.uubcar.com, or Meet-Up at http://www.meetup.com/Unitarian-Universalists-of-Benton-Co.

New Wine Ministry

Regular services are at 5:30 p.m. Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Sundays. Paster Vincent Xavier ministers the Word, teaching and preaching Scripture and Revelation, current events and prophecy.

Paster Patricia Xavier leads a study on spiritual warfare and deliverance at 7 p.m. every Thursday. The study is based on her book, "Deliverance -- The Christian's Bill of Rights." All are welcome to these meetings.

Pastor Vincent Xavier is on KURM radio, AM 790, every Sunday at 9:45 a.m. and on Wednesdays and Fridays at 11 a.m. Other radio broadcasts are available by calling 1-858-864-8712.

Nondenominational New Wine Ministry is located at the NWA Ministry Center, 2262 Forest Hills Blvd. in Bella Vista, behind the Boys and Girls Club and the funeral home. Call 1-888-864-8712 for more information on other meetings and radio programs.

Presbyterian Church of Bella Vista

Members of the church will gather at Highland Healthcare & Rehab at 2:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 10, for a sing-a-long with the residents.

The community is invited to worship at a traditional worship service at 10 a.m. on Sunday. Christian education classes for all ages meet at 8:30 a.m. A nursery attendant is available.

The Missions Committee will be gathering canned goods and staple food items for Helping Hands for Thanksgiving. Bring food items or a check by Nov. 12. The collection table is located in the connector hallway.

Martha Garvin Circle of Presbyterian Women is again collecting gently-used sweaters and sweatshirts (all sizes for men, women and children) that will be given to the Salvation Army for distribution. The collection box will be in the connector hallway through Nov. 12.

The Presbyterian Church of Bella Vista is located at 1880 Forest Hills Blvd. in Bella Vista. Recent sermons can be heard on the church website, www.pcbv.org. Check the website calendar for other scheduled activities. Contact the church office at 479-855-2390 with any questions about activities or to speak with a pastor.

Bella Vista Lutheran Church

The Lutheran Hour is broadcast at 12:30 p.m. every Sunday on radio station KURM-FM (100.3) and KURM-AM (790).

Bella Vista Lutheran Church offers "Saturday Ignite," an event offering hope and encouragement in a casual, come-as-you-are setting. A free meal is followed by a service that includes modern music with an edge. It all starts at 5 p.m.

On Nov. 7, there will be a special worship service at 11:30 a.m. for those unable to attend a regular worship service. A lunch will be served following the service. Transportation to this and other worship services is available by calling the church office at 479-855-0272.

The SONday riders will ride at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 12. The ride is open to motorcycles or three-wheelers and any brand of bike or trike. Each ride is planned in order to experience the awesome topography the area has to offer. A meal is shared together on the return ride.

At 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 15, there will be a Family Video Game Night which will begin with a meal to allow children and families a chance to do church-friendly video games in a supervised environment while spending time together.

The Shepherd's Food Pantry is open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Friday. It is collecting items for the upcoming holidays and would like donations of mashed potatoes, canned sweet potatoes, canned pure pumpkin, evaporated milk, canned cranberry sauce, canned green beans and cream of mushroom soup. A container for donations is in the church narthex. Monetary donations are always welcome.

Sunday morning worship is at 8:30 a.m. for traditional service and 10:45 a.m. for the blended service. Sunday school and adult Bible classes are at 9:45 a.m. For more information, visit www.bvlutheran.com.

ReNovate Church

ReNovate Church's Sunday worship is at 10:45 a.m. with Pastor Kelly Nesbitt. The church is located at 13827 N. Arkansas Highway 279 in Hiwasse.

First United Methodist Church of Bella Vista

Midweek Manna meets Wednesdays, in fellowship, with a meal from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. Suggested donation is $5 per adult, $3 for children under 10, and a family maximum is $15. All are welcome to the supper whether taking a class or not.

Small group study and small craft and activity groups meet from 6:30 until 7:30-7:45 p.m. Classes include: Women's Bible Study, Technology for Senior, Elder-Care, The Shack, Invitation to the Old Testament, Disaster Preparedness, Coloring Your Way to Calm, Card-Making, and Mosaic Crosses. Childcare is available for infants and toddlers. Pre-K through 6th grade will learn Bible basics through Bible stories, memorization of Scripture and song. Time for homework is provided. Youth Life, grades 7-12, meets in the youth room.

Prayer Shawl Ministry, an hour of visiting and stitching, meets from 10 to 11 a.m. on Tuesdays in Room 6. The shawls are given to shut-ins, those who are grieving and to those in other circumstances. Each shawl is prayed over and blessed as it is lovingly made.

Friends Plus Healthy Living meets at 9 a.m. Wednesdays to take a walk and meet in the chapel to share tips on making healthier lifestyle choices and to encourage and uplift one another. A healthy snack is usually shared.

The Chancel Choir and Chancel Handbell Choir needs more members. The Chancel Bells meet in the music room weekly at 3:30 p.m., and the Chancel Choir will meet in the sanctuary at 5 p.m. To join either of these groups or for more information, contact Dr. Larry Zehring, director of music ministries, at 479-855-1158.

Two weekly meetings of AA are being hosted at the church on Monday and Saturday. Call or stop by the church for more information.

Traditional worship services are held at 8 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. every Sunday, with a contemporary worship service at 9:30 a.m. Sunday school classes for all ages are held at 9:30 a.m. A nursery is provided.

First United Methodist Church of Bella Vista's Sunday morning worship service can be found on AT&T UVerse on channel 99 and on Cox Cable channel 222. You may also watch the services on live-stream at www.lovelearnlead.com.

New Life Christian Church

New Life Christian Church offers four weekend services: Saturday at 5 p.m.; Sunday at 8:30 a.m., 10 a.m., and 11:30 a.m. An ASL-certified interpreter is available at the 11:30 a.m. service.

New Life Kids' Programming for children, birth to sixth grade is offered at all services.

Collide for students in seventh through 12th-grade is held from 6 to 7:30 p.m.Wednesdays in the student center.

The church will host a chili cookoff at 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 12. Everyone is welcome to attend and enter a pot of chili in the contest.

New Life Christian Church will host a Thanksgiving Day dinner at noon on Nov. 23. Call the church office at 855-1616 if you plan to attend.

Starting Point is an eight-week gathering, where questions about God turn into a conversation about faith. In a Starting Point group, members can discuss doubts and explore the trickiest topics of faith, free from pressure and judgment. New Life will offer two Sunday sessions at 8:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. on Dec. 3. Space is limited. Register by calling at 479-855-1616.

New Life Christian Church is a non-denominational Christian Church located at 103 Riordan Road, Bella Vista AR 72715. Call the church office with any questions at 479-855-1616 or visit www.newlifenwa.com. Office hours are Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Bella Vista Community Church

Worship is at 9:30 a.m. Sunday mornings, with coffee fellowship before and after the service. During the worship service, a staffed nursery is available, as well as children's worship for ages 4-12.

Everyone is welcome to join the pastors from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday for weekly prayer and worship in the chapel.

Men's Bible Study meets from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays, downstairs in Room 8/9. Pastor Jeff Reed is leading a study on Paul's letter to Philemon -- a story of intrigue, forgiveness and reconciliation.

Caregivers (All) Support Group meets at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 8.

The youth will be shopping for clothing for Sharing & Caring gifts for area children on Wednesday, Nov. 8. They will leave the church at 6 p.m.

The Christmas Tea seating times are 1 p.m. and 3 p.m., with entertainment at 2 p.m., on Saturday, Dec. 2. Tea Tickets will be available to the public on Wednesday, Nov. 1. Cost is $10.

The Bella Vista Women's Chorus presents a Veterans Day Musical Salute at 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 11, in the sanctuary. A free-will offering will be collected.

Parish nurses are available from 9 a.m. to noon. each Wednesday to answer questions and check blood pressure.

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

For more information about the church, call 479-855-1126, email [email protected], or visit www.bvcc.net. Church office hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Thursday. The Bella Vista Community Church is located at 75 E. Lancashire Blvd., Bella Vista AR 72714.