Disaster is Here!
Rev. Dr. Michelle Morris
Luke 23:13-25, 44-46
On this Palm Sunday, we often kick off our service with the celebration of the people shouting Hosanna. But shortly after that, many of those same people will be shouting “Crucify him! Crucify him!” That thunderous crowd calling down judgment on Jesus is the true storm of disaster. The crucifixion that follows is the destruction it unleashes. Everything is disrupted now.
DATES AT A GLANCE
Congregational Care Class - Saturday, April 12
Easter Eggstravaganza - Sunday, April 13
Beer & Hymns - Sunday, April 13
Wonderfully Made Parent Meeting - Thursday, April 24
Earth Day Fair - Saturday, April 26
Introduction to Lay Servant Ministries - Saturday, April 26
Senior Recognition Sunday - Sunday, May 4
uRGENT ANNOUNCEMENTS
Be Part of the Miracle of Multiplication!
As we look toward making our budget for 2025-26, you can be significant in our planning! Complete a giving commitment card for next year and help us determine how we can serve our church and community through your faithful giving. Either return a giving postcard in the offering plate, mail it to the church, or complete the online form that can be found HERE. And thank you for your generosity and commitment to FUMC Bentonville.
Flowering of the Cross
Flowering of the Cross represents the time between Good Friday and Easter morning, from meditation of Jesus' death to celebrating his resurrection. Feel free to bring flowers from your garden, flowers from the store, or flowers already being used at your home to decorate our cross together.
Community Events
Beer & Hymns | 5PM, April 13th at Tontitown Winery
Presented by Greenwood Gearhart
April showers bring… a night of singing, sipping, and good vibes! Join us for our April event, where we’ll let the rain wash away our worries and belt out some stormy favorites. Whether you’re here for a little "Purple Rain" or just a fun night supporting a great cause, we’ve got you covered—under our "Umbrella... ella... ella..."
All ages and all people welcome!
Our featured charity for April is the NWA Center for Sexual Assault, which provides a safe haven of healing and hope to adult survivors of sexual violence or harassment, and their loved ones, while tirelessly working toward a safer future for all through education and awareness.
Beer & Hymns brings people together to raise our glasses, raise our voices, and raise funds for organizations that change the world.
Family ministries
Youth Glow Egg Hunt
Get ready for an egg-citing night at our Youth Glow Egg Hunt on Sunday, April 13th, from 7:00 to 8:30 PM! All 7th–12th grade youth are invited to join us for an unforgettable evening of glow-in-the-dark fun. We’ll start by gathering in the Youth Room before heading out on the hunt—so don’t forget to bring your own basket! Expect glowing eggs, awesome prizes, and a great time with friends. You won’t want to miss this! 
Easter Eggstravaganza
Mark your calendars for our Easter Eggstravaganza on Sunday, April 13th during the Sunday School hour from 10-11 a.m.! We will have egg hunts, snacks, a petting zoo and more! 
Easter Donations Needed
We are in need of candy and toy donations to share as Easter prizes before our Eggstravaganza next month! Donation bins are located outside the church office and next to the elevator.
Senior Recognition Sunday
Senior Recognition Sunday is May 4th. If you are or know a graduating high school senior we need to recognize, please reach out to our youth director, Kristin Wells, by Sunday, April 21.
VBS Dates
Mark your calendars! This year's Vacation Bible School is July 7th-11th!
Wonderfully Made
We are offering our annual Wonderfully Made class to our 4th-6th graders. We will be covering puberty, reproduction, relationships, and more with a Christian perspective. As caretakers, you are also welcome to come to the parent meeting on Thursday, April 24th, to learn more about our curriculum and how we ask parents to be involved. If you have any questions about the class please contact Ms. Allison (
).
Sign up HERE
announcements
Easter Services
Join us on Easter Sunday as we celebrate the Resurrection, aka the full mitigation of the disaster of death!
7 a.m. - Sunrise Service on the Sanctuary steps in front of the church (or in the Sanctuary if rain or snow)
9 a.m. - Gathering Easter Service in the Sanctuary
11 a.m. - Traditional Easter Service in the Sanctuary
Holy Week Special Services
Join us in Holy Week as we come to terms with all Jesus sacrificed out of love for us.
Sunday, April 13 - Palm Sunday. Regular Sunday services and Eggstravaganza at 10 a.m.
Thursday, April 17 - Gathering Around the Table. Chili Supper benefiting the Bentonville High School Scholarship Fund starting at 5:30 p.m.; Gathering Concert and Communion starting at 6 p.m., all in Hines Hall
Friday, April 18 - Good Friday Tenebrae Service, 7 p.m. in the Sanctuary
FUMC Tenebrae Service
FUMC Bentonville will celebrate a Tenebrae Service in our Sanctuary on Good Friday, April 17 at 7:00 pm. This service commemorates the Passion and Crucifixion of Christ as told in Bible readings, candles, and music. Following the service, worshipers will leave in silence to ponder the impact of Christ's death and await the celebration of the coming Resurrection. Come and worship and reflect on this important message in our church life.
Introduction to Lay Servant Ministries
The Introduction to Lay Servant Ministries class is being offered in Farmington on Saturday, April 26, 2025. Lay Servant Ministry (LSM) classes provide participants with the opportunity to grow in faith, develop leadership skills, and equip themselves for meaningful service within the church and community. These classes are an excellent way to strengthen your connection to your local church and the wider United Methodist Church. If you want to know more, talk to Johnna Kosnoff or one of our Certified Lay Servants (Angie Barrington, Michael Burks, Jodi Burks, Lauren Floyd, Marcia Patterson and Wesley Wells)
When: Saturday, April 26, 2025 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Where: Farmington UMC (355 Southwinds Rd, Farmington, AR)
Materials: Basic Course Participant’s Book by Sandy Jackson & Brian Jackson
Cost: $15, plus the cost of the book (scholarships available)
Contact: Karen Anderson,
or go here to register: https://arumc.org/our-ministries/lay-servant-ministries/
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