UPCOMING EVENTS

Preschool Playdate

Wednesday, July 22 | 9-11 a.m. | Pre-k3 room

Preschoolers and their moms (or dads!) are invited to join Ms. Lair and Ms. Julia for a playdate in the pre-K3 room on Wednesday, July 22, from 9-11.

YOUNG ADULT

Gathering

Saturday, July 25 | 10 a.m. | Big Rock Fun Park

All young adults (college age–30s) are invited to join us at Big Rock Fun Park for mini golf and arcade games! Please RSVP with Austin Lynch or Emily McCray if you plan to attend so we know how many are coming.

Fall Community Groups

Register by August 16

We believe transformation happens best in the context of intentional, gospel-centered community. This fall, Community Groups will gather weekly for 12 weeks (August 30–November 21) to share meals, open Scripture, pray together and grow in Christ.

Registration is now open. Sign up and we’ll do our best to connect you with a group that fits your schedule and location. We will contact you with your assigned group after registration ends on August 16.

If you’re already in a continuing group, there’s no need to register again.

For more information, contact Jack Meckfessel.

NEWCOMER’S

Meet & Greet

Sunday, July 26 | after 1st and 2nd service

Join us in the Andrew Room after the service for a casual Meet & Greet with light refreshments. It’s a great opportunity to meet others, hear more about St. Andrew’s, and learn the next steps for getting connected.

LAST FRIDAY

Men’s Workout

Friday, July 31 | 5:30 p.m. | Pavilion

St. Andrew’s men are starting a monthly, early morning workout session on the last Friday of the month. The next one will be July 31 at 5:30 a.m. at the Pavilion. Any man, any age, any physical condition is welcome. The goal is to gather, be active and have a time of fellowship. No need to register, just show up. For more information, contact Gray Gurganus (205.541.9203) or Andrew Delo (318.465.4388).

WESTERN HILLS

Back-To-School Festival

Saturday, August 1 | 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

Saturday, August 1, will be the biggest church missions event of the year—Western Hills Back to School Festival! At Western Hills Elementary School we give away backpacks and school supplies, and generally have a great time with the Western Hills families to celebrate back to school. Volunteers will be needed from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Please sign up in the Narthex after the service or directly with Mary Jane Horn (maryhorn99@comcast.com; 501.831.1284).

FIRST SUNDAY

Worship Night

Sunday, August 2 | 5:45-ish p.m.–it’s done

Join us at 5:45-ish p.m. on Sunday, August 2 for an evening of worship. The name says it all … it’s simply a time to worship Jesus together. Everyone is welcome! It’s always a great time so come and bring a friend or two.

FAMILY MINISTRY

Back-To-School Travs Night

Thursday, August 6 | 6:35 p.m.

Thursday, August 6, St. Andrew’s is celebrating going back to school with the Arkansas Travelers at Dickey-Stephens Park! Bring your families, invite friends, and come join us for a fun night of baseball and fellowship. Tickets are $5/person, which includes seats and all-you-can-eat ballpark buffet (hot dogs, burgers, chips, baked beans, Coke and water). You are responsible for parking ($5/car).

Please Note: Dickey Stephens only allows clear bags and is a cashless facility in case you want to purchase a souvenir.

Baptism Sunday

Sunday, August 9 & 16 | both services

We will be celebrating the sacrament of baptism via immersion on Sunday, August 9, and at the font on Sunday, August 16. If you would like to be baptized, or have your child baptized, contact Jennifer no later than Wednesday, July 29.

Conway Service

Sunday, August 9 | 4 p.m. | Christ Church Conway

St. Andrew’s is discerning a call to start a missional community in Conway. In order to help the community form, we’ll host monthly services in Conway at Christ Church Conway (1065 Clayton St. #1). The next service is Sunday, June 7 at 4 p.m. If you have friends or family in Conway, please invite them.

2026 Art Celebration

Imagine your artwork featured on a ministry note card! Join our 2026 Art Celebration/Contest and share your creativity with friends and family. Ministry note cards will be available for purchase in November with proceeds benefiting various ministries supported by St. Andrew’s Church.  

Entry Deadline—September 15, 2026
Age Requirements—All ages
Topic—Artists may interpret their creativity based on favorite biblical passages and personal experiences, including Christmas themes.
Submission—Art may emailed as a .jpg to Vicki Morse
Questions—Contact Vicki Morse (702.232.9319) or Gail Douglas (501.954.9883) 

WOMEN’S SUMMER EVENTS

MISSIONS

Serve Day at Live Thankfully

Tuesday, August 4  |  9-10:30 a.m
Host: Kimberly Cook
Location: Live Thankfully

Join Kimberly at Live Thankfully—a missional resale boutique that benefits Immerse Arkansas—to sort through donations, steam clothes and prepare items to be sold. 

For more information, text Kimberly Cook (615.720.8475). 

Salad & Stories

Wednesday, August 6  |  6:30-8 p.m.
Host: Kay Michael
Location: Michael’s home
Speaker: TBD

Please join other women of St. Andrew’s at small in-home gatherings for food & fellowship. You will have an opportunity to hear a faith story that will encourage you and strengthen our church community. When you register, you will have an option to volunteer to bring food to share.