CHURCH NEWS

Unity Church of the Ozarks

“Groundhog Days” is presented by the Rev. Elise Cowan at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Feb 3. Refreshments are served following the service.

A children’s coat drive is being held through Feb. 16, to be distributed to children in need.

Bella Vista Community Church

BVCC’s Community Life Groups are in session. If you are interested in learning more or joining one of these life-changing groups, please call the church office and sign up to be contacted by a CLG director.

Forest Hills Church

Jan. 29: Midweek Bible study at 12:30 p.m.

Feb. 2, at 4 p.m., is the First Sunday Singalong with The McCafferty Sisters and Rick Atha.

Presbyterian Church of Bella Vista

Local Christian and Country Western performer Cliff Shelder will perform in concert at PCBV at 2 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 8, in the church fellowship hall. Dessert, coffee and hot chocolate will follow the concert. Church members should sign up in the connector hallway. Others should call the church (479-855-2390) to let us know you are coming. A free-will offering will be taken.

A fall prevention workshop will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 11, in which attendees may participate in an interactive discussion and learn more about falls and fall prevention. The presenter will be René

Oliver, RN. To learn more about this and other educational programs, call the Schmieding Center on Aging (UAMS) at 479751-3043. There is no cost to participate. Reservations are not required.

Bella Vista Lutheran Church

On Saturday, Feb. 1, Bella Vista Lutheran Church will sponsor a “Winter Fun Day” from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. This is for children, ages 3 and up. They will listen to stories, play games, make crafts and enjoy a nice lunch. Please register at bvlutheran.com.

The Shepherd’s Food Pantry is open every Friday

from 10 a.m. until noon. It is in need of peanut butter and jelly. It also collects the PVC labels from Best Choice items that it can redeem for needed items. A container for donations is in the church narthex.

On Tuesday, Feb. 4, there will be a special worship service at 11 a.m. for those who are unable to attend a regular worship service. Following the service,

lunch will be served. If you, or if you know of someone needing transportation to this, or any other service, please call the church office at 479-855-0272.

Village Bible Church

Wednesday, Jan. 29, the Oasis Food Pantry will be open from 10 a.m. to noon. This ministry is available to anyone who needs help

with groceries and would appreciate the compassion and encouragement of friendly volunteers.

Sunday, Feb. 2, Pastor Mark and Associate Pastor Al will continue the sermon series titled “Lord’s Prayer.”