About VBC
We at Village Bible Church are lovers of God, His Word, His people, and seekers of His will for our lives.

Village Bible Church has ministered in the Cherokee Village area for forty years.

Most churches would agree that the Great Commission, as it is commonly called, is what drives their ministry priorities.  However, churches take different approaches and have different priorities in carrying that out.  We strive hard to maintain an equal focus on local/regional (Judea), national (Samaria), and international (the uttermost parts), regardless of our self-perception of size or abilities.  Jesus said He would be with us always as we engage in the process of making disciples who make disciples who make disciples, etc.  We look to Him and lean on Him for guidance and support as we obey His command to go and make disciples.  We do this in the following ways:

Locally:  We believe it is our command from Jesus to reach our local community with the gospel.  We want people to come to Christ, not just come to a church service.  Of course, we want them to be drawn to Christ when they come to our services and events, so we do not hesitate to invite them, but we dare not assume that our responsibility ends with that!  We provide handy two-sided cards with church information on one side and a gospel tract on the other.  These are intended for our folks to give to people they know and those they meet.

We also reach out to our community through various outreach events and efforts to help connect us, as a church, to our community.

Some of these are more heavily focused on building relationships (game nights, fall family fun day, church in the park, etc.).

We have also done evangelistic meetings at the church in conjunction with things intended to attract those who may not be comfortable in a church setting.

We are active and visible as a church in community events (like roadside cleanup), as well as in supporting local public officials (like the police and fire departments) through appreciation events.

We have supported various local para-church ministries financially and in other ways (New Beginning Crisis Pregnancy Center, a local battered women’s shelter, Pilgrimage-Cedar Springs Camp youth ministries, NSCMA food distribution).

Nationally:  as part of the EFCA, Central District, we have been able to be involved, albeit on a lesser scale, in the collective efforts of other Free Churches in planting churches and reaching people in Arkansas, Missouri, Iowa, and southeast South Dakota.  Our involvement here has been reduced in recent years due to financial constraints.  Still, for the first time in the history of the church, in July 2016 we sent a team to help International Community Church reach international students at Mizzou in Columbia, MO.  We are thus strengthening our efforts to be involved beyond the limits of our local area.

Internationally:  Since her beginning, this church has been very involved in international missions.  Many of the folks who have comprised this body of believers over the years have been missionaries to other parts of the world, and/or have had close family members who have done so.  From making and sending bandages to an EFCA mission hospital in Tondala, Africa, to supporting financially missionaries with Wycliffe Bible Translators, to staying in regular (monthly and now weekly) contact with missionaries and praying specifically for them, VBC has maintained a healthy focus on the uttermost parts of the world.

We hope you will take time to get to know all about our church and get answers to all your questions. We want you to know all about our ‘Purpose, Vision, and Values’. We invite you to give us a call, email us, or come and worship the Lord with us!
Service Times
Sundays 9:30 a.m. Before Sunday school (9:30 a.m.) we have coffee and donuts in the church basement.

Sundays 9:45 a.m. At 9:45 we start our Sunday school classes.  We have something for everyone.  We see this as a vital aspect of our church’s mission to teach the whole word of God (discipleship).

Sundays 10:45 a.m.  At 10:45 a.m. we begin the morning worship service.  If you come before Sunday school classes dismiss, grab a bulletin in the foyer, sign the guest book at the door (if it’s your first time), and have a seat anywhere in the sanctuary.  We suggest the front rows – you’ll get a better angle from there ????

1st Wednesday of the month  6:30 p.m. We meet in someone’s home for about an hour of prayer.  These are special times of prayer fellowship, and we make great efforts to pray during these times rather than just talk about prayer requests.

Weekly men’s Bible study and women’s Bible study  Throughout the year women meet in a home for Bible study and men typically meet in the church on different nights.  These studies on various topics usually last 2-4 months with a short break between studies.  They are facilitated by leaders who strive to teach the material and keep the discussion moving and on topic.  Often those who do not normally attend Village Bible Church (either from other churches or with no church home of their own) will participate in these studies.

Friday evening children’s ministry  On Friday nights (7:00-8:00) we invite families to bring children to the church for a time of Bible teaching, fun activities, crafts, and snacks.  Parents are encouraged to stay and participate with their kids, but have the freedom to sign children in, leave, and return to sign children out when it is over.

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Care Coordination

We provide assistance with navigating the confusing maze of senior care. With the use of health information and technology, we promote health and wellness to both consumers and family members.

Our Care Managers provide a single point of contact to evaluate your needs and monitor to ensure the best and most appropriate services and care are being provided.

We not only coordinate services our agency offers but also assist in the transitional care and coordination of services among other providers in your area.
Information and Assistance

Based on your needs, our Information Specialist and Care Manager will begin the process of determining exactly how programs and services can help you. They will assist and explain many options for your care.

Care Planning and Management

Development of the care plan based on the needs of the consumer identified through a comprehensive assessment.
Coordination of social and medical services needed including those available through WRAAA or other non-AAA sources.
Communication and coordination with family support.
Ongoing care management, monitoring and follow-up

General referral services (financial, legal, housing, and healthcare)

Communication and referrals to service providers regarding services to be rendered by consumer as part of care plan

Ordering Medical supplies (DME)

Offering alternatives in ordering and receiving medical supplies. Incontinence supplies such as diapers, liners and under pads; bedside commodes; walkers; canes; and more can be directly shipped to the home.

Prescription Management
Family Caregiver Program

This Program supports Caregivers caring for a relative 60+ in the home to reduce the burden and stress of caregiving. It also provides assistance with some costs of care, education, emotional support, and information and referral.

Applications (public and private assistance)
Medicare Prescription Drug Counseling
Advocate and assist with Medicaid, Medicare and VA benefits
Transportation needs

Nutrition & Wellness

The Area Agency on Aging administers a contract with various agencies to provide nutrition and wellness programs. These programs offer a place where participants can engage in community services that can help them stay healthy and independent by offering a wide variety of programs and services, including Meals and Nutrition Programs, Social & Recreational Activities, Wellness Programs, Transportation Services and Senior Center Volunteer Programs.

These programs are available through senior centers in the following counties in our service area:

Senior Living

We are pleased to offer two types of living options to Seniors in our area.

Our Assisted Living Facility located at 302 Woodmont Circle, Batesville Arkansas
Affordable Housing for eligible seniors in 12 different locations.

Community Services

We offer supportive services to our community in three different areas.

Our Foster Grandparent Programs offer assistance to children in our local schools
The Ombudsman Program advocates for residents residing in long term care facilities
Our Ticket to Work Program assist individuals with disabilities obtain employment