First Presbyterian Church, Batesville, AR

06/16/2026

There's been a secret yoga group meeting every Tuesday night with the sole purpose of building community and making a difference. Grounded Yoga is happening every Tuesday at 6 PM on the First Presbyterian Church, Batesville, AR lawn. It's taught by kelleefletcher.yoga and Karen Pinkston Coltharp. The classes are $10 per person and ALL proceeds are given to the church's food insecurity program that feeds the hungry in our area. You don't need to sign up before hand just show up as you are. Bring a towel or a mat for this community yoga.

06/16/2026

We had to say goodbye to our beloved sugar maple tree. After several wind storms, safety concerns, and other factors, we had to cut her down. Plans are underway to replace her in the fall. “Thank you for showing us your beauty and providing generous shade throughout the 50-plus years!”

06/14/2026

Scenes from Sunday, June 14, 2026: the 3rd Sunday after Pentecost.

We extend a warm welcome to Pam Noyes, who joined our church today!

The flowers on the chancel shelf were given to the glory of God and in honor of the FPC Choir by Adele and Guido Grilli. 

Punch on the Porch after worship service was a big hit!

06/14/2026

Sunday, June 14, 2026. FPC Summer Choir sings a familiar and beloved tune. Feel free to sing along! *

🎶 I sing because I’m happy—
I sing because I’m free—
For His eye is on the sparrow,
And I know He watches me. 🎶

*Apologies for the grainy video and the accidental cut-off at the end!

06/14/2026

Arkansas Presbytery youth are in Montreat this week! Blessings on your time there! Enjoy and make memories!

06/10/2026

Happy to help any way we can. Thanks for the important work you do, Arkansas Sheriffs' Youth Ranches!

Thank you Presbyterian Church of Batesville, AR, for your donation of new socks and personal products for our Ranchers. Members collected items during the month of May and then hand-delivered them last week. We appreciate your generosity!

05/28/2026

We’re still thinking back… and already looking forward! We had such fun learning and laughing this year, and we’d love to have your little join us for the next one! Registration for the ‘26-‘27 school year is ongoing. Applications are available in the church office and online at http://www.fpcbatesville.org/presbyterian-day-school.html. Questions? Call 870.793.3272 or email [email protected].

05/28/2026

Scenes from FPC’s annual family picnic: We loved seeing everyone from all ages join us, especially the babies! Water slides, corn hole, Jenga, trivia, fellowship, ice cream bars, and fried catfish for the win!

05/26/2026

Donations in May will go to Arkansas Sheriff’s Ranch. Items needed are shampoo, conditioner, & body wash or socks for boys & girls ages 5-18. We have one more Sunday left in May! Please consider donating if you haven’t already.

05/24/2026

Prelude and Bringing in the Light on Pentecost Sunday, May 24, 2026. Organist is Ceil Smith and Acolyte is Isabelle G.