Bishop Max Whitfield
Gen. 12: 1-9 (NRSVue)
We are Blessed. Called to respond in Faith. Called to Serve Others.
DATES AT A GLANCE
Sunday Potluck - Sunday, June 7, 12PM
Beer & Hymns | Tontitown Winery - Sunday, June 7, 5PM
First Land Learning Lunch - Sunday, June 14, 11AM
Beer & Hymns | Bike Rack - Sunday, June 14, 5PM
Fathers Day Kickball Tournament - Saturday, June 20, 3PM
Pride Parade - Saturday, June 27, 5PM
urgent announcements
Update on Steeple/Sanctuary Project Funding
We have recently shared that we have some immediate repairs that need to happen to our steeple and to our sanctuary, coming to a total cost of just under $63,000. We also shared that Endowment has committed $5000, we had $15,000 remaining in this year's Trustees budget, and we had a challenge offering of $20,000, meaning an anonymous donor would match every dollar given to the project up the $20,000. By Wednesday of this week, we had already raised $18,088.19
First Land Learning Lunch - Sunday, June 14
As we begin discerning the future of our church property, we want everyone to have the opportunity to understand the factors shaping this important conversation. To help provide that foundation, we will offer three Land Learning Lunches, the first of which will take place on Sunday, June 14, following the 11:00 a.m. worship service.
During the lunch, you will hear a presentation on the key considerations involved in evaluating possibilities for our land, including challenges facing the church, needs within our community, and the values that guide our decision-making. The purpose of these gatherings is to ensure that everyone has access to the same information as we begin this discernment process.
Because there is a significant amount of information to share and we want to be respectful of everyone's time, these lunches will be presentation-only events and will not include discussion or feedback during the session itself. However, opportunities to share your thoughts will be available immediately through written comments and online feedback. Beginning in mid-July, we will also host small-group conversations where everyone will be encouraged to share questions, concerns, ideas, and perspectives.
Each Land Learning Lunch will cover the same material, so you only need to attend one. For those who are unable to attend in person, we will record one of the presentations and make it available afterward.
We hope you will join us in learning more about this significant, generation-defining opportunity before us as we seek God's guidance for the future of our church and community.
Walmart Gives is Active for Walmart Associates!
Walmart Gives, the program that matches charitable giving of Walmart Associates 1:1, is active right now. The program is open until July 4, though funds may be exhausted before then, so if you would like to give to the church, use the Spark Good platform to make a donation that will then be matched as soon as possible. Note that our name in the system is First Methodist Church - check for our address of 201 NW 2nd St to confirm it is us. If you have questions or need to make adjustments to regular giving to use this opportunity, contact Chandra at
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Community Events
Sunday Potluck - Bring a Dish to Share!
Celebrating our good Methodist heritage of gathering around the table together, we would love everyone to join in the potluck following worship on Sunday. Please bring a dish to share and leave it on the food tables before worship. And no, we have not assigned people to bring particular things - that's the fun of a potluck. Maybe we will have a whole meal of dessert. Maybe everyone will bring sliced ham. Who knows?!?! But come enjoy the fun, food, and fellowship together!
Pride Parade 2026
FUMC Bentonville will be participating in the 2026 Pride Parade in Fayetteville on Saturday 27 June. Those interested in being part of this year’s parade will gather at our designated spot at 5:00 pm on Saturday for a 6:00 pm parade kickoff. Come and let’s celebrate our LBGTQ + friends and family. More details will follow. For more information and to reserve your spot, contact Pastor Ray. To text use his mobile number – 513-305-1571 or email him at
Beer & Hymns Pride Party | Tontitown Winery | Sunday June 7, 5PM
Come sing loud, love big, and raise a glass for Pride Month! June's Beer & Hymns events celebrate the joy of being Born This Way with a setlist full of anthems, glitter, and good vibes. We'll be raising money for Pride at NWACC, supporting LGBTQIA+ students at Northwest Arkansas Community College.
All ages and all people are welcome! Bring your true colors, your dancing shoes, and your biggest singalong energy.
The mission of Pride at NWACC is to create a place where the diverse LGBTQIA+ students and their fellow student allies/supporters can find connection, friendship and support regardless of sex, gender identity, or sexual orientation.
Beer & Hymns brings people together to raise our glasses, raise our voices, and raise funds for organizations that change the world.
Presented by: Greenwood Gearhart and the Beyond Us Foundation
Family Ministries
No Sunday School - June 7
On June 7th, we will not have nursery, Kids or Youth Sunday School. Our Family Ministries will be at our Family Camping weekend! All are welcome to join us for worship at Roaring River!
Fathers Day Kickball Tournament | June 20 | 3PM
Come out to Mt. Hebron Park and join us for a fun game of Dads vs. Kids kickball! We will have ballpark snacks and drinks for everyone, and pompoms for anyone who wants to cheer on the teams.
Youth Serving Dinner for OMP
Our Youth will be serving dinner to the OMP camp we are hosting! Volunteers are needed June 7-12 from 5:30-6:30. Sign up here.
Youth Assembly
We’re heading to Hendrix College in Conway, Arkansas for ACCYM’s Assembly, July 20–24!
Registration is now open for rising 7th–12th graders.
Please register here by June 17, the earlier the better!
If you have any questions, reach out to Kristin Wells (
) — she's happy to help!
Summer Sunday School Volunteers
We are looking for 4-6 individuals who have a passion for children, art, Lego, or drama and could commit to teaching Summer Sunday School classes this year. Please reach out to Ms. Allison
if interested.
Vacation Bible School Sign-up
We are excited to bring our children together for Vacation Bible School July 27th-31st! This year we are teaching about Jesus through clues, codes and solving cases. Please click the link HERE to register children or sign up to volunteer.
announcements
Pastor Michelle interviewed for The Underview.
Pastor Michelle was recently interviewed for the third season of The Underview, a podcast that focuses on the development of community in Northwest Arkansas. This season centers around the faith of Northwest Arkansas, and Pastor Michelle was asked to represent the Methodist arm of that faith. To catch the two part episode, follow this link or search for The Underview on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts.
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