07/04/2026
A Full-Circle Journey of Faith: The Son of a Bella Vista Church Planter Returns to Serve the Community
God has a remarkable way of bringing stories full circle.
Nearly four decades ago, retired U.S. Air Force Chaplain Destry "Dusty" Cowell's father planted Judson Baptist Church in Bella Vista, a congregation that would later become Forest Hills Church and touch countless lives throughout the community.
Now, after 34 years of pastoral ministry serving churches in Idaho, Oregon, Kansas, and Indiana, Dusty has answered God's call to return to Bella Vista as the new Pastor of Bella Vista Community Church, beginning July 1, 2026.
For Dusty and his wife, Debbie, this is much more than a new ministry assignment. It is a return to a community that has been part of their family's story for decades.
"Of all the places God could have called us, there is something especially meaningful about Bella Vista," Dusty shared. "This community has been part of our family's story for decades, and Debbie and I are excited to begin this new chapter here."
Dusty has devoted his life to faithfully preaching God's Word, strengthening local churches, and shepherding God's people. Debbie has spent more than 30 years serving others as a Home Health Care nurse. Together, they are excited to put down roots in Northwest Arkansas and become part of the Bella Vista community once again.
You're invited!
Join us at 10am on Sunday, July 5, as Pastor Dusty delivers his first sermon as Pastor and we celebrate God's faithfulness in this exciting new chapter for BVCC.
📍 Bella Vista Community Church
75 E. Lancashire Blvd., Bella Vista, AR
Everyone is welcome!