CHURCH NEWS

Village Baptist Church

On Wednesday, March 4, the Senior Ministry of Village Baptist Church will have its quarterly Celebrate Seniors meeting from 10:30 a.m. to noon. The program will feature Debbie Sandidge teaching “Facebook 101.” The church is located at 380 Glasgow Road. For more information concerning the event, call the church office at 479-8557775 or visit the website at www.vbconline.net.

Village Bible Church

Wednesday, Feb. 26, 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,March 1, Pastor Mark and Associate Pastor Al will continue their sermon series, “Lord’s Prayer.”

First United Methodist Church

Beginning on March 10, a nine-week 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 to 7 p.m. The class will spend time understanding grief, the effects it has, and the mourning process that is a necessary journey that brings healing. The class provides insight, compassion, support and hope during this difficult time.

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.