Walton grants boost young churches

LITTLE ROCK — A gift from Arkansas’ best-known philanthropists is helping shape the future of the Presbyterian Church U.S.A., one congregation at a time. Read More »

By Christie Storm posted at 4:11 a.m.

In the flow

Church’s water fast to benefit Haiti pours participants’ focus into sacrificing for others

NORTHWEST ARKANSAS — Members of First United Methodist Church in Springdale are on a cola and coffee fast for Haiti. At least one day a week until Easter, they’re drinking only water. Read More »

By Christie Storm posted at 4:09 a.m.

Siloam Springs group strives for 24/7 prayer

SILOAM SPRINGS — The International House of Prayer in Siloam Springs hopes to one day be open around the clock. Their goal is to be in a continual state of prayer, much like a similar ministry in Kansas City, Mo., where volunteers have been praying nonstop since 1999. Read More »

By Christie Storm posted March 11, 2010 at 4:41 a.m.

Spirited vigilance

Bella Vista church ministry devotes 12 hours daily to others’ prayer requests.

BELLA VISTA — On the eve of her infant son’s second heart surgery, Dawn Cross sat in bed weeping. Filled with worry she turned to God with one request — “Let him live.” Five-month-old Gabriel was already a miracle, having survived his first heart surgery soon after birth. Read More »

By Christie Storm posted March 11, 2010 at 4:26 a.m.

Taste of the WILDLIFE

NORTHWEST ARKANSAS — First Assembly of God in Mountain Home is taking a walk on the wild side this month. Read More »

By Christie Storm posted March 4, 2010 at 4:02 a.m.

Beyond chocolate

How about giving up Facebook for Lent?

NORTHWEST ARKANSAS — When Troy Thomas realized he was spending too much time on Facebook he decided to give up it up — at least temporarily. The United Methodist pastor will be avoiding the social networking site during the 40 days of Lent, which began this week on Ash Wednesday. Read More »

By Christie Storm posted February 18, 2010 at 4:37 a.m.

Ageless echoes

Fayetteville group’s Gregorian chant resonates with ancient Roman Catholic tradition.

FAYETTEVILLE — The sound is ancient, conjuring up images of hooded monks, their voices echoing through the halls of medieval abbeys. Read More »

By Christie Storm posted February 11, 2010 at 5:04 a.m.

Tabling the altar

Its purpose and presence have been altered over time

Once a place of bloody sacrifice, the altar now serves a variety of roles in worship. Read More »

By Christie Storm posted January 28, 2010 at 3:29 a.m.

The call of Mali

Bentonville church wears a path to African village

LITTLE ROCK — Mike McDaniel has a warning for members of his congregation traveling to Africa on mission trips. Read More »

By CHRISTIE STORM ARKANSAS DEMOCRAT-GAZETTE posted January 21, 2010 at 4:51 a.m.

Mission group in Haiti unhurt

Church members see them on TV

Members of Fellowship Bible Church in Springdale heaved a sigh of relief Thursday morning when they saw Dale Gupton on Good Morning America. Read More »

By Christie Storm posted January 15, 2010 at 4:08 a.m.