CHURCH NEWS
Bella Vista Baptist Church
All are invited to a day-long retreat, “Extreme Makeover,” a women’s ministry, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 29, at the Bella Vista Baptist Church, 50 East Lancashire Blvd. in Bella Vista. Lunch and childcare are provided with a $10 reservation by calling 479-855-3748. Guest speakers will be Phyllis Moore of Ft. Worth, Texas, and Kari Romoser of Tulsa, Okla. A love offering will be taken.
First United Methodist Church
Beginning on March 10, a nineweek Grief Support class will gather to share grief and seek healing at the First United Methodist Church Bella Vista on Tuesday evenings from 5:30-7 p.m. Grief is the outpouring of emotion and pain due to loss in our lives. The loss may be as a result of a death, of divorce, of sudden change, or any other of a variety of causes. The class provides insight, compassion, support and hope during this difficult time.
Village Bible Church
Wednesday, Feb. 19, the Oasis Food Pantry will be open from 10 a.m. to noon. This ministry is available to anyone in our area who needs help with groceries and would appreciate the compassion and encouragement of friendly volunteers.
Sunday, Feb. 23, Pastor Mark and Associate Pastor Al will continue their sermon series, “Lord’s Prayer.”
Unitarian Universalists
Sunday, Feb. 23: Jeff Tate on Stages of Faith. His talk is based on the book of that name by American theologian, James W. Fowler.
Forest Hills Church
Feb. 20 at 2 p.m. in the fellowship hall is Ladies’ Day Out. Bring your favorite pen and scissors and learn about Mail Art.
Bella Vista Lutheran Church
Pastor Hass leads an “Inquirer’s Class” at 9:45 a.m. on Sundays. This is an opportunity for new members (or current members who want a refresher course) to learn about what it means to be a Lutheran and about Bella Vista Lutheran Church.
Tuesday, March 3, there will be a special worship service at 11:30 a.m., and lunch following, for those unable to attend a regular worship service. If you or someone you know needs a ride to this service or any other service, please call the church office at 479-855-0272.
Ash Wednesday is on Feb. 26 with a worship service at 6 p.m.
The Shepherd’s Food Pantry is open every Friday from 10 a.m. until noon. Along with food items, it is collecting the Best Choice PVC labels that it can redeem for items needed in the food pantry. A container for your donations is in the church narthex.
Bella Vista Community Church
Please call the Bella Vista Community Church office, 479-8551126, for more information about these groups or to sign up: Adult Sunday School, 8:30-9:15 a.m. Sundays; Men’s Fellowship Group, 8 to 9 a.m. Mondays; Ladies Koffee Klatch, 9:30 to 11 a.m. Thursdays; Community Life Groups held on various days and times.
During the season of Lent, BVCC offers Lenten Soup Suppers and Meditations held in McKay Hall each Wednesday, Feb. 26 through April 1. Dinner is served at 5:30 p.m. Meditations begin at 6:20 p.m. Suggested donation is $3/person or $5/family.
Presbyterian Church of Bella Vista
The community is invited to worship at the Presbyterian Church of Bella Vista on Ash Wednesday. The service is at 3 p.m. and will include Holy Communion.
Have you made a resolution to be more active this year? PCBV’s exercise class meets every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8 a.m. for stretching and low-impact exercise, using a chair or a mat. For more information, call the church office at 479-855-2390.
Highlands Church (United Methodist)
UMW After Hours now meets every fourth Thursday. This is a time of Bible study and fellowship with the Highlands United Methodist Women who host a monthly evening retreat of fellowship, spiritual growth and mission outreach for the women of Bella Vista as well as the women of Highlands Church. The next retreat will be from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 27, in the fellowship hall. Everyone is welcome.
The next blood drive organized by HUMMERS (Highlands United Methodist Men) is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, March 18. Help make a difference in this community by giving blood! Free cholesterol screening is offered. Please eat well and drink plenty of fluids prior to the blood drive. Photo ID required.