First United Methodist Church in Bella Vista, 20 Boyce Drive, presents “Songs of Hope — Hymns of Inspiration” performed by Pamela Pittman at 3 p.m. July 31. Sharon Golaway will provide accompaniment. A reception follows.
A women’s retreat is planned for July 30 at Christview Retreat Center in Eureka Springs, based on the book Life of the Beloved by Henri Nouwen.
Information: 855-1158, lovelearnlead.com.
Village Bible Church in Bella Vista, 1591 Forest Hills Blvd., presents Jennifer and Chris Greathouse, missionaries with Teach Beyond, sharing Wednesday about their ministry at Blackforest Academy in Germany. A potluck fellowship meal is served at 5:30 p.m., and the program begins at 6:20 p.m.
Information: 876-5764, villagebibleefc.org.
Unitarian Universalists of Benton County, 1110 S.E. Evergreen St., Bentonville, meet for music and a potluck meal at 11 a.m. Sunday.
Information: 855-1485, uubcar.com.
The Neighborhood Church in Bentonville, 2003 SW. Regional Airport Road, presents members of the church mission team to Guatemala speaking about their experiences from 5 to 7 p.m. July 31. The evening includes Guatemalan music and cuisine. Cost is $10 per person or $20 per family, with proceeds underwriting the cost of the trip.
The church will hold a worship service and “backyard games” at 9 a.m. Aug. 14 at the church’s new property site.
A KidCity kickoff is planned for Aug. 21.
Information: 464-5030, lifeintheneighborhood.com.
United Lutheran Church in Bella Vista, 100 Cooper Road, celebrates the installation of its new pastor, the Rev. Karen Fowler-Lindemulder, at 4 p.m. July 31. Bishop Mike Girlinghouse will preside. A reception follows in Luther Hall.
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Rogers, 1101 W. Hudson Road, offers a free workshop, “Equipping to Share: Tough Questions,” from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. today. Participants will learn how to deal with objections to their Christian faith.
The church offers “Cave Quest” vacation Bible school from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday to Thursday. A meal is served at 5 p.m. The program is for children in preschool through sixth grade, and movies for adults will be offered during that time.
Information: 636-1135, holytrin.org.
Bella Vista Community Church, 75 E. Lancashire Blvd., offers vacation Bible school Monday to Thursday. “Cave Quest: Following Jesus the Light of the World.” The program for children age 4 through sixth-graders meets from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. each day.
The church will hold a weekly prayer meeting in its chapel at 11 a.m. each Wednesday, beginning Aug.
- The group will pray for the country, first responders and leaders.
Information: 855-1126, bvcc.org.
Bella Vista Lutheran Church, 1990 Forest Hills Blvd., offers Financial Peace University, developed by Dave Ramsey, for a nineweek session beginning Tuesday. Classes meet from 6 to 7:30 p.m. each Tuesday.
Information: 855-0272, bvlutheran.com.
New Life Christian Church in Bella Vista, 103 Riordan Road, sponsors the men’s ministry for a free barbecue lunch and showing of the movie War Room on July
- Lunch is served at 11 a.m., and the movie begins at noon.
Little Sprouts preschool currently accepts enrollment for the fall school year. The program is open for children ages 3 to 5.
Information: 855-1616, newlifenwa.com.
Unity Church of the Ozarks, 902 SW. Second St., Suite E, Bentonville, presents Shelly Wilson speaking on “Creating the Life You Desire” at 10:30 a.m. July 31. A potluck meal is served at 11:30 a.m.
The Masonic Philosophical Society meets at 9 a.m. July 30 at the Unity center. This is a monthly meeting.
Information: 721-2752, unityozarks.org.
Highland Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Bella Vista, 1500 Forest Hills Blvd., presents the Rev. Ray Ticknor speaking Sunday on “Living Sacrifices” from Romans 12:1-2.
Christian Singles meet for a meal at 5 p.m. Tuesday in Fellowship Hall.
Information: 855-2780, highlandchristianchurchbv.org.
WASHINGTON COUNTY
The Jewish Studies Program at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville offers the Introduction to Jewish Languages class in the fall semester, taught by Jacob Adler, UA professor and rabbi of Temple Shalom of Northwest Arkansas in Fayetteville. Students will learn the basics of biblical Hebrew, Mishnaic Hebrew, modern Hebrew, Aramaic and Yiddish.
Information: fulbright.uark.edu/jewishstudies.
The Sanctuary United Pentecostal Church in Lincoln, 310 Lincoln Ave., was honored during a service July 17 with an award by the Arkansas Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve, a Department of Defense office. This is the highest award given by a state committee, honoring employers that make it easier for soldiers serving in the National Guard and Army Reserve units.
Capt. Christopher Gueydan nominated the church for this Freedom Award, saying the church provided tremendous support for his family during his deployment to Afghanistan. He is a member of the 528 Engineering Battalion.
Information: 824-5754, thesanctuaryoflincoln.com.
First Presbyterian Church in Springdale, 100 S. Gutensohn Road, celebrates Christmas in July on Sunday. The 10:30 a.m. worship service features Christmas music, carols and the story of Jesus’ birth. Christmas cookies and treats will be served in the fellowship hall after the service. Members will bring gifts for the residents of the Vera Lloyd Presbyterian Home in Little Rock.
Information: 751-2040, fpcspringdale.org.
REGION
The Arkansas Interfaith Conference of Churches and Synagogues plans a festival day to conclude its Choir Camp from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. July 30 at Subiaco Academy. The camp for children in third through 12th grades features classes in choral singing, handbells, liturgy, Broadway song and dance, history, poetry and art.
The festival begins at 9:40 a.m., with a bells and choral prelude to open Holy Eucharist in the Abbey church, followed by a potluck picnic on the grounds. A Broadway show begins at 12:30 p.m. in the Centenary Hall theater.
Information: 409-5679, choircamp.org
Holiday Island Community Church, 188 Stateline Drive in Eureka Springs, presents and evening of Frank Sinatra music at 4:30 p.m. July 31 in its Woodward Memorial Concert Series. Alex Koch performs, and Ellen Stephenson accompanies. Koch studies with Opera in the Ozarks this season and collects Sinatra literature and music. An offering will be taken.
Information: 253-8200, hicchurch.com.