Local notes

WASHINGTON COUNTY

First Presbyterian Church in Springdale, 100 S. Gutensohn Road, presents Vacation Bible School, “To Mars and Beyond,” June 23-27. Each session begins at 5:30 p.m. with a light dinner and concludes at 8 p.m. To register, call 751-8448.

Information: 751-2040, fpcspringdale.org.

BENTON COUNTY

All Saints Episcopal Church in Bentonville, 2904 NW Third St., has begun a Wednesday service from 6 to 8 p.m. during the summer: Open Table. This casual service is a Eucharistic feast along the lines of the ancient church. Everyone is welcome to come, bringing a dish to share if you can.

Information: 802-0302, allsaintsbentonville.org.

Bella Vista Community Church, 75 E. Lancashire Blvd., hosts Cookie Sunday on June 16. Enjoy a cup of coffee, a selection of homemade cookies and fellowship before the services at 9:30 and 11 a.m.

BVCC’s Youth Group for seventh through 12th graders meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. Teens are invited at 6 p.m. June 26 for pizza and 6:30 p.m. for Bible study.

Information: 855-0272, bvlutheran.com.

Bella Vista Lutheran Church, 1990 Forest Hills Blvd., hosts Randy Allison directing the first concert of the year, “Somebody’s Praying Me Through,” a musical celebration of God’s power through praying people, at 6 p.m. June 30.

The popular Shepherd’s Food Pantry is available each Friday from 10 a.m. to noon.

On June 21, a contingent from the church will sing the National Anthem prior to the Naturals game, which begins at 7:05 p.m. at Arvest Ballpark in Springdale. Fans are encouraged to join the crowd and cheer for the singers and players.

Information: 855-0272, bvlutheran.com.

Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran Church in Rogers, 2305 S. Dixieland Road, hosts a voters’ meeting following worship service June 16; Church Council meets at 7 p.m. June 19; and a Bible study on Christian doctrine is at 7 p.m. June 26.

Information: 755-4520, goodshepherdrogers.org.

The Presbyterian Church of Bella Vista, 1880 Forest Hills Blvd., invites the public to Trinity Sunday service at 10 a.m. June 16. Childcare is provided.

Bella Vista’s Ozark Hill Hikers Club will meet at 1 p.m. June 20 in Fellowship Hall. For more information, email [email protected].

Information: 855-2390, pcbv.org.

Unitarian Universalists of Benton County, 1400 W. Walnut, No. 113, Rogers, hosts Flower Communion honoring our diversity and led by Teresa Honey Young-blood at 11 a.m. June 16.

Information: 855-1485, uubcar.com.

Unity Church of the Ozarks, 12 McKissick Creek Road, Suite 1210, Bentonville, hosts a class from 7 to 8:15 p.m. Wednesday. “Heart Centered Metaphysics” by Paul Hasselbeck, co-facilitated by the Rev. Elise Cowan and Kent Lowery, considers key spiritual and philosophical issues such as the nature of being and the nature of the spiritual universe. A 10-minute meditation follows the class.

Information: 721-2752, unityozarks.org.

Village Bible Church in Bella Vista, 1591 Forest Hills Blvd., hosts the Oasis Food Pantry from 10 a.m. to noon June 19. This ministry is available to anyone in our area who needs help with groceries and would appreciate the compassion and encouragement of our friendly volunteers. A potluck fellowship dinner will begin at 5:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall, and the community is always welcome. At 6:30 p.m., there will be singing, devotions and prayer in the Worship Center, and this evening a representative from Gideons International will provide a brief update on their work. An opportunity to support the work of The Gideons will be provided. Infant and toddler nursery and Children’s Church for kids are offered as well.

Also, an AARP Driver Safety Class will be held from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. June 20 in the Oasis Center at the church. To register, call 855-3076.

Information: 876-5764, villagebibleefc.org.

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