WASHINGTON COUNTY
First Presbyterian Church in Springdale, 100 S. Gutensohn Road, hosts Sunday morning worship services, both in-person and livestreamed, beginning at 10:30 a.m. Online worship services are available on YouTube and through the church's website.
In-person Sunday morning discipleship opportunities include "The Life of Jesus"; "Theology for Today"; and study of the book "Fierce" with Women of Faith. All begin at 9:30 a.m. Study of "Present Word" and "The Life of Jesus" are offered via Zoom at 9 a.m. Sundays.
FPC Kids B.L.A.S.T. is in person on Sundays at 9:30 a.m. The B.L.A.S.T curriculum and resources are also available on the church website.
In-person Student Discipleship "Lifing" activities for Junior High youth in sixth-eighth grades will be from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Sundays and for Senior High students in ninth-12th grades from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. All events will be outdoors with masks and distancing in place, or virtual.
Wednesday afternoon StuGroups are a mid-week check-in and devotional for students. Boys and girls in grades nine to 12 meet from 5 to 6 p.m.
Weekday Zoom adult discipleship opportunities include Monday Lectionary at 10 a.m. Ladies Fellowship meets Wednesdays at 7 a.m. Thursday evenings at 6:30 p.m., Scarlett Morris leads a study group, Great Hymns of the Church. All Zoom information will be posted on the church website.
Information: 751-2040, fpcspringdale.org.
BENTON COUNTY
Bella Vista Community Church, 75 E. Lancashire Blvd., offers worship at 9 a.m. Sundays (traditional) and at 11 a.m. (contemporary). On Dec. 13, during both services will include a children's Christmas program. The Christmas Eve Candlelight Communion Service begins at 3 p.m. Dec. 24 in the sanctuary.
We are following social distancing guidelines for a safe and healthy worship experience.
Information: 855-1126, bvcc.net.
Bella Vista Lutheran Church, 1990 Forest Hills Blvd., invites the community to a "Drive-Through Christmas Program" from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Dec. 18, 19, 20 and 21 in the church back parking lot.
Regular Sunday worship services are at 8:30 a.m. (traditional service) and at 10:45 a.m. (blended service). Sunday School for all ages and adult Bible classes are at 9:45 a.m. You can also see the worship service at www.bvlutheran.com. There is a Christianity 101 class led by Pastor Hass at 9:30 a.m.. This class will discuss what we believe, teach and confess as Lutherans and especially how this congregation seeks to be a missionary enterprise in Northwest Arkansas.
The Lutheran Hour is broadcast every Sunday at 12:30 p.m. on radio station KURM-AM (790) and KURM-FM (100.3).
The Shepherd's Food Pantry is open on Fridays from 10 a.m. until noon. As a precaution for the month of December, it will be operating as a drive-through pantry. A special Christmas bag along with regular food will be distributed. Please wear a face mask.
Information: 855-0272, bvlutheran.com.
First Presbyterian Church in Bentonville, 901 N.E. J St., hosts worship online Sundays at 10:15 a.m. on Facebook and YouTube.
The FPC Food Pantry is operating as a drive through on Saturdays from 9 to 11 a.m. Please bring something (utility bill, etc.) that shows you are a resident of Benton County, and the church is glad to serve you.
Information: 273-5450, fpcbentonville.org.
Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran Church in Rogers, 2305 S. Dixieland Road, celebrates worship every Sunday at 10 a.m. The City of Rogers' covid-19 precautions are followed. Congregants are to wear face masks in church and avoid close contact with non-family members. Facemasks may be removed for the reception of the Lord's Supper.
For those unable to attend, the service is available live on the church Facebook page, and the weekly bulletin is at www.goodshepherdrogers.org.
Bible study at 8:30 a.m. precedes worship and is online at Google Meet. Wednesday night Bible study is at 7 p.m. at the church and on Google Meet.
Information: 755-4520, goodshepherdrogers.org.
Highland Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Bella Vista, 150
Highland Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Bella Vista, 1500 Forest Hills Blvd., will continue to present its services on its website or on YouTube (search "highlandchristianchurchbellavista"). A decision to reopen the church will be considered this week.
Information: 855-2780, highlandchristianchurchbv.org.
The Presbyterian Church of Bella Vista, 1880 Forest Hills Blvd., will host a Christmas Eve service at 4 p.m. Dec. 24. Please let us know you are coming by calling the church office. Seating will be limited based on current covid-19 guidelines for places of worship.
Regular Sunday services have returned to in-person worship at 10 a.m. Seating is limited to maintain safe physical distancing, so please let us know you're coming to worship by calling the church office.
Watch the service live on the website or Facebook page. A recording will also be posted on Sunday afternoon. In-person Sunday school classes and other church activities will resume at a later date. No childcare is provided at this time.
Information: 855-2390, pcbv.org.
Unitarian Universalists of Benton County, 1400 W. Walnut, No. 113, Rogers, are offering Zoom services on alternate Sundays. Zoom in at 11 a.m. Dec. 6 for UUBC's service, "UUBC Holidays and Moving Into 2021," led by UUBC member Suzanne Miltich.
You'll have an opportunity to share holiday plans during a pandemic and ideas for UUBC coming together during the holidays and in 2021. For Zoom link visit UUBC's website www.uubcar.org
Information: 855-1485, uubcar.com.
Unity Church of the Ozarks, 2200 S.E. J St., Bentonville, continues the "Bundle up for Warmth" drive from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. today. The coat drive was so successful, members are collecting gloves, hand warmers, scarves, hats and socks. Please drop donations off at the church.
A Little Free Pantry stands by the front door of the church at 2200 S.E. J St. in Bentonville. Please help yourself when needed and help others by donating.
Information: 721-2752, unityozarks.org.
Village Bible Church in Bella Vista, 1591 Forest Hills Blvd., presents live worship service at 10:15 a.m. Sundays. Seating arrangements have been readjusted for social distancing. The service is live streamed on Facebook; Vimeo Vimeo.com/user42482704; and later in the day www.villagebibleefc.org; and audio of the live service can be heard on 90.3 FM in the south church parking lot.
The Oasis Food Pantry is open each Wednesday from 10 a.m. to noon for drive-through pickup.
Information: 876-5764, villagebibleefc.org.
OTHER
Christian Women's Connection brunch and program for December and January have been canceled. This is due to the spike in the Covid virus. We hope to see you all in February.
Information: 295-4410 or email icbm68@gmail.com.
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