Rev. Dr. Michelle Morris
1 John 4:11-21
Love is risky these days. Well, love has always been risky. But if we can fully step into God’s invitation to love both God and neighbor, what do we truly have to fear?
World Communion Children First and OneWorship
Join us as we celebrate our worldwide connection on Sunday, October 5! We will have Children First at 9 a.m. in Hines Hall, and One Worship Unified Service at 11 a.m. If you normally attend Unplugged at 10:10, please join us for worship at one of these 2 times, and all are welcome to visit or attend Sunday school in the 10 a.m. hour.
DATES AT A GLANCE
Middle School Meetup - Sunday, September 28, 3-4PM
Beer & Hymns - Sunday, September 28, 5PM
Youth Carwash - Sunday, September 28, 4-5:30PM
All This Autumn - Sunday, October 12, 1PM
community Events
Beer & Hymns
It’s round two of our 70’s singalong! Whether you’re more disco, folk, or classic rock, we’ve got a setlist full of songs that defined a decade. Gather with friends, raise a pint, and sing your heart out, all for a good cause.
This month, your donations support Equipped NWA, helping student-athletes in Benton and Washington Counties access the gear and resources they need to thrive on and off the field.
Beer & Hymns is always free to attend, open to everyone, and powered by generosity. 100% of donations raised go directly to the featured nonprofit.
Beer & Hymns brings people together to raise our glasses, raise our voices, and raise funds for organizations that change the world.
Dr. Compton Native Tree & Plant Sale
The annual fall Dr. Compton Native Tree & Plant Sale is this weekend! Here's your chance to pick up native plants. Shop over 56 varieties of native trees, shrubs, vines, ornamental grasses, perennials, and hardy ferns, grown and cared for by their expert horticulture team!
Dates & Times
• Wednesday, 9/24: 7 AM – 3 PM
• Thursday, 9/25: 7 AM – 3 PM
• Friday, 9/26: 7 AM – 3 PM
• Saturday, 9/27: 7 AM – 12 PM
Location:
The sale takes place at the Maintenance Building 407 NE B St behind Compton Gardens. Please note: This location is not accessible through Compton Gardens or the main parking lots.
No reservations required, just stop by and find the perfect native plants for your space!
announcements
All Things Autumn
Ms. Allison, Ms. Lexie and Kristin are taking our Middle Schoolers and Youth to Rivercrest Orchard to celebrate the Autumn season on Sunday, October 12th. We will meet at the church at 1 p.m. and return at 4. Please use the link to sign up: https://fumcbentonville.shelbynextchms.com/external/form/0f4149a0-3742-4ec2-8bb3-a475868c3b85
Reach out to the Family Ministries team with any questions!
Youth Carwash
Support our Youth on Sunday, September 28th from 4-5:30pm by getting your car washed in the church parking lot! Donations are welcome and will help to reduce costs of Youth events for our families.
Middle School Meet-Up
Ms. Lexie is taking our 5th and 6th graders to the Bentonville Square to build community connections by passing out popsicles on Sunday, September 28th from 3-4pm. It will be a great afternoon spent making friends, enjoying treats and sharing God's love!
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Pastor/Staff Appreciation Month
This year the Staff Parish Relations Committee is expanding October, which is Pastor Appreciation Month, to include all of our incredible staff. We encourage you to encourage them by sharing cards, thanks, and small gifts of appreciation with any of our staff. Have a staff member you would like to bless, but not sure what they would like? There is a list of staff likes and loves located outside the office to help with some ideas. Let's support all our amazing staff who all work together to create this faithful place of worship!
Have a CHAT together!
Northwest Arkansas faces a housing crisis that impacts all of us. Whether it is that our schools can't attract new teachers to the area or empty nesters find themselves stuck in a house too big for them because they can't afford other options, we all are facing some pressure on our lives. Would you like to learn more about what could be possible to alleviate this issue? Have a CHAT! CHATs are conversation games that help us all understand the challenges and think creatively about how we can be part of solutions. If you have a Sunday school class or other small group that would like to host a CHAT, Connie Kelley is happy to come lead one for you.
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It's time for high school mock interviews!
Gateway School is seeking volunteers to help mentor students through mock job interviews. If you are interested in helping, please let Johnna Kosnoff (
) know. The mock interviews will take place from September 30 to October 3, and again from October 8 to October 10. You do not need to be available all day - you may volunteer for just an hour or two time slot. Thank you in advance for your support!
Friday Fun Fellowship is Back!
Fun FRIDAY dates going forward through January 2026:
September 26 1:30- 3:30
October 10 1:30- 3:30
October 24. 1:30- 3:30
November 14 1:30- 3:30
December 12. 1:30- 3:30
January all Fridays except the first Friday, January 2. 1:30- 3:30
September 12 two new games were introduced and we shared lots of joyful laughs. If you weren’t there please know you were missed. So mark your calendar so you can join future Fun Fridays and invite a friend if you’d like.
Lay Servant Ministry Classes in October
Central United Methodist Church in Rogers will host Lay Servant Ministry courses on Saturday, October 11, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. These courses are open to anyone who wants to deepen their ministry and leadership in the church and grow in discipleship.
Lay Servant Ministry Classes in October
Central United Methodist Church in Rogers will host Lay Servant Ministry courses on Saturday, October 11, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. These courses are open to anyone who wants to deepen their ministry and leadership in the church and grow in discipleship.
Courses Offered are:
1. Ministry with the Forgotten: Dementia Through a Spiritual Lens
This course helps laity and clergy better understand and support people living with dementia, calling the church to deeper discipleship through compassionate, inclusive relationships that reflect God’s grace and uphold each person’s worth. Book: Ministry with the Forgotten: Dementia through a Spiritual Lens by Kenneth L. Carder
- Disciples in the Marketplace: Seeing Grace at Work
This course invites laity to explore how everyday work becomes a witness to God’s grace, sparking holy conversations that connect faith, vocation, and the power of personal story. Book: Disciples in the Marketplace: Seeing Grace at Workby David C. Teel - Leading Worship
This course focuses on the ministry of the lay servant (or anyone!) who regularly or occasionally leads a group or congregation in worship. Facilitators: Rev. Les Oliver, Minister of Music (retired), and Rev. Ray Wheeler, Pastor and Director of Music FUMC Bentonville. Book: Worshiping with United Methodistsby Hoyt Hickman
Registration details and additional information can be found here: https://arumc.org/our-ministries/lay-servant-ministries/
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