Connections
We know that it's God's design for us to be connected as we learn and grow together.
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Below are wonderful opportunities to invite friends both new and old to join us as we fellowship and study
together! If you have a group that is meeting and not listed here, please let us know if you’d like to share your group. If you would like help getting a new group started, contact dena@westark.org. May God bless us as we continue to find ways to connect with Him and each other.
KidMin Groups
NURSERY
(Downstairs - Preschool Wing)
Sunday Morning - 9:30AM
Also available during worship (10:30AM)
Wednesday Night - 6:30PM
Contact kidmin@westark.org
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2 YEAR OLD CLASS
(Downstairs - Preschool Wing)
Sunday Morning - 9:30AM
Wednesday Night - 6:30PM
Contact Melody Priester at mpriester@fortsmithschools.org
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FLOCK (3yrs - 1st grade)
(Downstairs - Preschool Wing)
Sunday Mornings - 9:30AM
Wednesday Night - 6:30PM
Contact Melody Priester at mpriester@fortsmithschools.org
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LOFT (2nd - 4th Grade)
Sunday Mornings - 9:30AM (Upstairs - Loft Room)
Wednesday Night - 6:30PM (Upstairs)
Contact kidmin@westark.org
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B56 (5th - 6th Grade)
Sunday Mornings - 9:30AM (Upstairs - B56 Room)
Wednesday Night - 6:30PM (Upstairs - B56 Room)
Contact Karen Benjamin at kkbenjamin68@gmail.com
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the WAY (WestArk Youth - 7th through 12th grades))
Sunday Morning - 9:30AM - Upstairs in the WAYG Room
Wednesday Night - 6:30PM - Upstairs in the WAYG Room
Contact Joseph Harrell at joseph@westark.org
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Sunday Morning Adult ClassES - 9:30AM
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YOUNG ADULTS MINISTRY (LIFT)
Room 221
This study is designed for young adults and also meets on Wednesday nights. They also get together sometimes on the weekends.
Contact Ethan Benjamin at egbenjamin98@gmail.com
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THRIVE - VARIOUS TEACHERS
Room 203
Thrive is an intergenerational study for those who enjoy more discussion-based classes and sharing life experiences.
Contact Robert Benjamin at roberteugenebenjamin@gmail.com or Taylor Wehunt at stwehunt@outlook.com.
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KEVIN ROBERTS
Room 100
This class is studying the New Testament books of 1 and 2 Thessalonians and Colossians. Any are welcome to join!
Contact Kevin Roberts at kjklrob@aol.com
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MOCS (MOTHERS OF COLLEGE STUDENTS)
Annex
This class is designed to support our college students with encouragement and to let them know their church family is praying for them. We also support each other as parents learning to parent adult children with God’s help.
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JOHN & TED'S EXCELLENT ADVENTURE CLASS - JOHN PRIESTER & TED KNIGHT
ROOM 211
We will start in Genesis and work our way through to the New Testament hitting high points and stopping to interact with captured events and people along the way. The goal is to better understand…wait for it…God and our Savior Jesus Christ. All adults are welcome!
Contact John at johnpriester76@yahoo.com or Ted at hontak@hotmail.com
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ANSWERING QUESTIONS OF FAITH THROUGH SCRIPTURE - DANIEL MORGAN
Annex Conference Room
Answering questions about faith through scripture
Contact Daniel Morgan at danielmorgan87@gmail.com​
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Wednesday Night Adult ClassES
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YOUNG ADULTS CLASS (LIFT)
6:30PM - ROOM 221
This study is designed for young adults and also meets on Sunday mornings.
Contact Ethan Benjamin at egbenjamin98@gmail.com
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THE BOOK OF ROMANS
6:30PM - ROOM 100 (just off foyer)
For men and women of any age.
Contact Daniel Morgan at danielmorgan87@gmail.com
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OLD TESTAMENT - Jerry Canfield
6:30PM - ROOM 211 (upstairs)
Access the class outline here.
Contact Jerry Canfield at jcanfield@dailywoods.com
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LADIES' BIBLE STUDY - WOMEN OF THE BIBLE
6:30PM - Annex
Ladies of all ages are welcome!
Contact Meg Canfield at megcan2@juno.com
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ONLINE STUDY (Study Facilitated by Scott James)
6PM (Online - Zoom)
Contact Dena Jenkins at dena@westark.org
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TUESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDies
WinGS (Women in God's Service)
9:30AM - Room 100 off foyer
WinGS meets on Tuesday mornings, from 9:30-11:30, in person and via ZOOM. This year, we are studying "That You May Believe, the Gospel of John," and in April, we will do a short study on "God's Promises."
Contact Trish Carson at rtcarson81@gmail.com
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MEN'S BIBLE STUDY
9:30AM - Annex
This Bible study also meets on Tuesday mornings and is focused on the book of Philippians.
Contact John Lankford at chembodad@yahoo.com
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small groups
Small Groups at WestArk are a means by which to carry out our mission of “making disciples for Jesus who are eager to serve others.” These groups provide a space to connect, grow spiritually, and build authentic, life-giving relationships. Participants engage in Bible study and discuss to apply those teachings to our everyday lives. Small Groups offer an opportunity for connection, fun, and meaningful spiritual growth in a supportive community. Get more info at Westark.org/smallgroups!
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Celebrate Recovery
Monday Evenings - 6PM (Dinner available at 5:30PM)
Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered, 12 step recovery program for anyone struggling with hurt, pain or addiction of any kind. Celebrate Recovery is a safe place to find community and freedom from the issues that are controlling our life.
Contact Mark at lewcrew99@yahoo.com, Kim at kimlewallen@yahoo.com or
Chris Benjamin at chris@westark.org
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monthly Care group (meal & Fellowship)
Every second Friday at noon
WestArk Annex
Contact Sedalia Douglas at Sedalia.douglas@yahoo.com
WoW (Widows or Widowers) Monthly Meal
First Saturday of the month (date can vary)
Location and time of day varies
Contact Donna Brown at (479) 225-2004.
monthly Men's Breakfast
Every first Saturday - 8:30AM
Calico County - Fort Smith
Contact Paul Shirley at pdshirley@sbcglobal.net
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PageTurners Ladies Book Club
Every First Thursday Evening at 6PM
Contact Melody Priester at mprieste@fortsmithschools.org
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monthly ladies' night out
Day of week and location varies
Contact Shannon Horton at shannon.horton@us.abb.com
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Quilting group
Mondays, "Come & go" from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Quilting Room (Does not meet on federal holidays)
Ladies make quilts for West-Ark brides, storm victims, battered women, burned-out families, and those in need. In addition to quilts, they also make wheelchair "pockets" and lap robes for local nursing homes.
Contact office@westark.org for more information.
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