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St. Theodore's Episcopal Church is a “Great Commission Parish” serving the Northwest Arkansas communities of Bella Vista and Bentonville since 1979.

Named for an aged monk who was called to become Archbishop of Canterbury after his retirement from active religious vocation, we are the first Episcopal Church in America to bear his name.

The choice of Theodore as our patron saint reflects our common belief that ministry is the work of every faithful Christian and fundamental to our Baptismal Covenant regardless of one's age. Life's wisdom and experience are a legacy of faith to be shared from one generation to the next. The demographic make-up of our congregation reflects the diversity and rapid growth of this dynamic community, which is home to the Wal-Mart Corporation.

While we are situated in what was once a retirement community, but today St. Theodore's is the church home to an increasing number of young professionals and their families.

Our congregation numbers well over 500 members, with an average Sunday attendance of more than 250, and a Church School enrollment of over 80 children. The fourth largest parish in the Episcopal Diocese of Arkansas, we offer a variety of programs and opportunities for spiritual growth and service, fellowship for all generations, and a solid commitment to social outreach.

Our worship follows the best traditions and forms prescribed in the 1979 Book of Common Prayer. On Saturday evenings, a contemplative service of the Mass is said at 4 p.m. Both Sunday services are enhanced by a strong music ministry. The early Service at 8 a.m. follows the traditional language of the Rite I Liturgy, while the 10:30 a.m. Service follows the more contemporary language of the Rite II Liturgy. On Wednesdays, we celebrate Holy Communion and have a Service of Healing at 10 a.m.