BELLA VISTA — "A Prophet Among Them" will be the Rev. Bobby Hall's sermon for Sunday, Sept. 27. The service will include a celebration of the Holy Eucharist.

A Wednesday evening prayer service begins at 6:30 p.m.

The Rite of Reconciliation takes place the second Saturday of each month from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

St. George's is a traditional Anglican church following the 1928 Book of Common Prayer.The church, at 1405 Bella Vista Road in Bentonville,can be reached by calling 254-0521 or on the Web site at www.stgeorgesac.org.

Village Baptist

Grammies Praying for Grandchildren will meet at the home of Cathy Parkin at 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 24. Call 876-6948 for more information.

Women on Mission will host"Mugs and Muffins" Saturday, Sept. 26, at 9 a.m. Laurie Smith will be the guest speaker.

The Rev.Bill Bowen will present the message "The Glory of Heaven" this Sunday.

Village Baptist is a Southern Baptist church at 380 Glasgow Road in the Highlands of Bella Vista. Call 855-7775.

For special needs, call the prayer room at 855-2097.

United Lutheran

Grief Share begins at 2 p.m.

Wednesday, Sept. 23, at the United Lutheran Church of Bella Vista. Youth Nite will be from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

PieceMakers will meet at 9 a.m.

Thursday, Sept. 24. Bible study will take place at Concordia at 10 a.m.

A mah-jongg class will be offered at 1 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25.

September 27 is food collection Sunday.Communion will be observed at both morning worship services.

The men's golf group will begin play at 7:59 a.m. Monday at the Highlands Golf Course.

The church, a Stephen Ministry congregation,is at 100 Cooper Road.

Call 855-1325, or visit www.unitedlutheranbv.org.

BV Lutheran

The Friendly Stitchers will gather at 9 a.m. Thursday at Bella Vista Lutheran Church.

The Calico Cut-ups Quilt Guild will meet at 6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25.

"Pickleball Mania" will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, at the Metfield Complex. A "Sock Hop"will follow at 7 p.m.in the church's fellowship hall. Music from the 1950s,popcorn,cherry Coke and ice-cream floats will be featured. The community is invited to both of these free events.

Helping Hands is requesting donations for its food pantry.The organization is also in need of volunteers at its store in Bentonville.Call 273-2511 to volunteer.

Bella Vista Lutheran Church, a Stephen Ministry congregation, is at 1990 Forest Hills Blvd. Call 855-0272 or visit the Web site at www.bvlutheran.com.

First United Methodist

Quilters will meet at 9 a.m.

Wednesday at the First United Methodist Church of Bella Vista. All quilters are welcome.

Wednesday evening activities begin with dinner, followed by classes for all ages. Contact the church office for details.

A People withArthritis Can Exercise group works out at 4 p.m. every Wednesday in Becker Hall.All are welcome.

"A New Road"Bible study will meet at 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 27, in the chapel. Call the church office to sign up.

An Alzheimer's Support Group will meet at 9 a.m. Monday, Sept. 28, in room 6.

The church is at 20 Boyce Drive in Bella Vista. Contact the church office at 855-1158, or visit the Web site at www.LeadLearnLove.com.

Unity Church of the Ozarks

Unity Church of the Ozarks and Kids' Church meet at 10:30 a.m.

each Sunday at Cooper Elementary School, 2 Blowing Springs Road in Bella Vista.

Guest speakers on Sunday, Sept.

27,will be members of the congregation.

To learn more about the church, call 721-2752,or visit theWeb site at www.unityozarks.org.

BV Baptist

The Wednesday schedule at Bella Vista Baptist Church includes a meal at 5 p.m., children's choir and youth connection point at 5:30 p.m., an adult prayer meeting at 6 p.m., and AWANA and youth services at 6:30 p.m.

The Women on Mission group will gather at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7.

The Bible study will be"HarvestTime," a closer look at 1 Corinthians 3:1-15, presented by JeanVarner.The Mission Mosaic,open to men and women,will begin at 10:30 am."Fishers of Men, with Bikes for Bait" will be presented by Larry and Barbara Cummins.

The men's golf league is signing up players for the November-to-March season. Anyone interested may call the church or contact Jerry Smith.

Registration must be completed by Oct. 15.

PrayerWarriors are available from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. seven days a week by calling 855-3748 ext. 203.

The church is at 50 E. Lancashire Blvd. and can be reached at 855-3748 or on the Web site at www.bellavistabaptist.org.

Presbyterian Church

A women's in-depth study of "Daniel" by Beth Moore continues Wednesday, Sept. 23, from 10 a.m.

until noon at the Presbyterian Church of BellaVista.The study will run for 12 weeks. For further information, call Elaine at 855-7684 or Barb at 876-5581.A sign-up sheet is in the information center.

A congregational birthday dinnerwill take place at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept.24,in the fellowship hall.A signup sheet is available at the information center.

A GriefWorkshop will continue at 7 p.m.Thursday, Sept. 24, in classroom C. The workshop is open to anyone who has suffered the loss of a loved one.

A women's birthday luncheon will take place at noon Friday,Sept.25,at the Bella Vista Country Club. Sign up in the information center.

The Rev. Dennis Ritchie will deliver the sermon at the 10 a.m. worship service Sunday, Sept. 27. The sermons can now be heard on the church's Web site, www.pcbv.org.

Food items will be collected for the Helping Hands Food Pantry.

Requested items include dry or canned milk and fruit drinks,although any nonperishable foods would be appreciated.

David Jensen, from Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary, will present a series of seminars on theologian John Calvin. There will be three sessions: Oct. 2 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Oct. 3 from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and Oct. 4 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.Sign up in the information center for any or all of the sessions.The public is invited. Jensen will be the guest preacher on Sunday, Oct. 4.

Tickets are now on sale for the Presbyterian Players' production of "OneToe in the Grave."The dinner theater will be presented Oct.30 and 31, with a matinee on Sunday,Nov.1.Call the church office for details on tickets.

The church is at 1880 Forest HillsBlvd. Van service is available by calling the office at 855-2390. The church's Web site is www.pcbv.org.

Highland Christian (Disciples of Christ)

Church members will attend a gospel sing at Bella Vista Community Church at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25.

The Rev.Paul Seal will give the sermon "The Name You Gave Me" on Sunday, Sept. 27.

The church is at 1500 Forest Hills Blvd. Call 855-2780.

BV Christian Church

Junior- and senior-high students meet from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday for worship music, Bible study and fellowship at Bella Vista Christian Church.

Mothers of Preschoolers will have their bimonthly meeting from 9 a.m.

to 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 24. All moms and their prekindergarten children are invited.

Life groups will be the focus of the message at both services this Sunday.

The Celebration Choir will begin rehearsals for "The Messiah" at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 3. The Christmas program will be presented to the community at theArendArts Center in Bentonville at 4 p.m.Sunday,Dec.13.

All area vocalists are invited to become part of this special choir.

A new fall program for children will kick offWednesday,Oct.7.TeamKid is a high-energy program for kids from birth through sixth grade that creates a creative environment for Bible learning. Register online at www.bellavistachristian.com.

Tickets are available for a senior ministry charter bus trip to see the musical "The Miracle of Christmas" at the Sights and Sounds Theatre in Branson, Mo., on Nov. 13. For cost information, call Dave at 855-1616.

Bella Vista Christian Church is at 103 Riordan Road.Call 855-1616, or visit theWeb site at www.bellavistachristian.com.

LifeSpring United Methodist

"Wednesday Night Live" is held from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Activities include studying books of the Bible or topics such as finances, parenting and relationships.

The Rev. Shawn Franssens will deliver the sermon "This Changes Everything" at 10:10 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 27.

Also Sunday, the church will host an open house from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event is intended to provide the community an opportunity to meet church members and familiarize themselves with the children's ministry, missions projects and outreach opportunities.

Refreshments and light snacks will be served.All are invited to join the service before the open house.

The church meets in the Booneslick Center at 21088 U.S.

Highway 71, Suite 1, in Jane, Mo.

Call (417) 540-5979, or visit the Web site at www.lifespringumc.org.

The facility is available for the community to use for special events and programs. Contact the church for further information.

Village Bible Evangelical Free Church

A family potluck fellowship dinner will begin at 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday. Mark and Jodi Revelland family, Evangelical Free missionary candidates to Hungary, will participate in the family praise and prayer fellowship at 6:30 p.m.

The Oasis Food Pantry is open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Wednesday.

A church family breakfast will take place at 8:30 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 24, at the Bella Vista Country Club Restaurant.

Family table-game night will be held beginning at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25.

The Rev. Mark Voll's message on Sunday, Sept. 27, will be "Jesus Saves, Serves,Wins!"The message is part of Voll's "Celebrate Jesus!" sermon series from the gospel of Mark. A "newcomers" luncheon will be served at noon.

The Mother's Prayer Group meets at the church at 12:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 29.

The church is at 210Town Center S.E. and can be reached by calling 876-5764. The Web address is www.villagebibleefc.org.

Community Church

Family activities begin at 6 p.m.

Wednesday with a pizza supper in the lower level of Bella Vista Community Church, followed by Bible studies from 6:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m.

A Friday night gospel sing-along will take place at 6:30 p.m. Sept.

25 in the sanctuary.The community is invited.

A kids' fine-arts camp will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 26. There will be choir, bells, puppets and other activities. The event is open to everyone in the community.Call the church office to sign up.

Community Church fun night will begin at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept.

26.Activities will include Ping-Pong, board games and cards. All are welcome.

The Rev. Thad Moore will preach on "God's Plan for Finances" at all three morning worship services Sunday, Sept. 27.A blood pressure clinic will be held between services.

Prayer Fellowship is held every Wednesday morning at 9:30 a.m.

BellaVista Community Church,a Stephen Ministry Church, is an interdenominational congregation at 75 E. Lancashire Blvd. Call 855-1126, e-mail to questions@bvcommunitychurch.org or visit the Web site, www.bvcommunitychurch.org.

Judson American Baptist

Supper will be served at 6 p.m.

Sept. 23. A hymn sing and prayer time will precede Bible study.

The Rev. Henry W. Hensley will present the sermon "Making the Most of What You Have" on Sunday, Sept. 27.

The church is at 1702 Forest Hills Blvd. Call 855-3555, or send an e-mail to judsonabc@sbcglobal.net.

Highlands Church

A blood drive sponsored by the Hummers men's club will be conducted from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m.

Thursday, Sept. 24, in the fellowship hall.The drive is in cooperation with Community Blood Center of the Ozarks. Sign up in the gathering area.Walk-ins are welcome.

The Arnie's Army Golf Tournament will be Saturday, Sept.

26, at the Kingswood and Berksdale golf courses in Bella Vista.All proceeds will go to the battle against prostate cancer. Sign up in the gathering area.

The Village Handbell Ringers will perform at 3 p.m.Sunday,Sept.27, in the "Music for a Sunday Afternoon" series.

The "Captured by Grace" Bible study, led by Jan Wood, will be at 9:30 a.m. Sept. 28 - two weeks earlier than previously advertised.

Questions should be directed to Woods at 855-3752.

The 12-week Truth Project study series continues at 4 p.m. Monday, Sept. 28, in the music room. All subsequent classes will be held from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Sundays.

There is no charge.Those interested should contact Jan Lasar.

A barbecue sponsored by the Fellowship Committee is set for 5 p.m.Oct.2 at Blowing Springs Park.

Admission is $7.50 a person. Sign up in the gathering area.

A new Bible study class, "After Church Talk and Study," will begin at 11:15 a.m. Oct. 4. The class will focus on scripture and talking points from the sermon the day of the class. The class will be led by Donna VanderSchaaf.

The Ladies' Fall Retreat will be Oct. 5 at the Little Portion Retreat Center. Guest speaker will be the Rev. Pamela Cicioni. Registration forms should be delivered to the church office as soon as possible.

Highlands Church, a United Methodist congregation, is at 371 Glasgow Road. Call 855-2277, or visit the Web site at humcbv.com.

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