First United Methodist Church of Eureka Springs

09/13/2026

Mary has a little trouble understanding traditional gender roles, and this has Martha very upset. Martha is, after all, toiling in the kitchen to prepare food for these thirteen men wandering the countryside as itinerant ministers. Martha insists that Jesus straighten Mary our, and though the story seems pretty straight forward, there are a few problems we need to confront, because context matters.

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09/06/2026

Today we embark on a new sermon series, "Women and Jesus" and the powerful stories that teach us so much about the life of faith. We are not simply uplifting women, but looking at some of the gospels most important teachings. Today, we look at the longest conversation Jesus ever had with an individual in the bible--the women at the well found in John 4. She's a Samaritan, and a women of questionable morals--at least to the uptight Christians who obsess over what others so in their bedrooms. The story was meant to be read next to the story of Nicodemus, who doesn't understand a single thing Jesus says, but this women 'gets him'! She will also become the first preacher in the bible, at least in John's story. So, please, read these wonderful passages, and let's be ready to learn and grow by the example they set.

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09/01/2026

This Sunday we begin the September Sermon series, "Women and Jesus". Women are not often named in the gospels, that's not out of misogyny on the gospel writers, after all, the men who are named almost always turn out to be, well, idiots. The longest conversation Jesus has with anyone is with a woman. The only argument he ever lost was with a woman. He tells one she shouldn't let her sins define her, and yet another that she needs to get out of the kitchen and learn to lead. These four stories have a lot to teach us; they may be about women, but they are about so much more. Join us in-person at 10 AM or join our livestream on Facebook or YouTube.

08/30/2026

We reach the end of our summer study series on the epistle to the Romans, and I hope we all were able to take a step back and grasp Paul's overall message of hope. There is no condemnation in the letter, just the promise of God's love, grace, and peace. Today we do a little addendum, chapter six, a remarkable peak into the life of the early church and the rich diversity of women of leadership. Ten of the twenty-seven individuals Paul mentions are women, and are women of leadership. Of course this goes right along with Paul's theology that claims in Christ, "There is no longer Jew or Greek, male or female, slave or free." These names reveal how radically the church put those words into action by including everyone.

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08/26/2026

A couple of our members made the national magazine for the United Women in Faith.

08/23/2026

Paul has pent numerous chapters trying to get us to see how we are all part of the family of God - Gentile and Jew and everyone else. We are chosen by God not because of our identity, or even our works, but because of grace. Now Paul lays out what a community of faith looks like, what it does, and how we live together. These verses are some of the most neglected in all of Romans, because they require us to live a certain way if we are to be the family of God.

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05/10/2026

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04/23/2026

Virginia Lee Voiers Obituary

Virginia completed her journey on her 91st birthday. A woman of irrepressible spirit and deep faith, she lived a life defined by vibrance and an exceptionally open heart.

Born in South Bend, Indiana to Isadore Carrico and Jesse Bell Pitts, Virginia was raised in Austin Texas. She attended Austin High school and San Marcos Academy, developing a spirited character that she carried with her throughout her life. In 1954, she married Maurice Wernette, with whom she had two daughters. During their marriage she lived in Japan for two years while Maurice was stationed there with the Air Force. This time abroad left a lifelong impression on her and inspired a deep, enduring love for Asian art and fashion.

In 1984, Virginia married William D. Voiers. This union marked a profound and cherished chapter of her life. She and Bill shared a deep and enduring love and a vibrant partnership that spanned over three decades in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. A resident of Eureka Springs community since the 1980’s, Virginia was a local icon. She was known for her flamboyant style. She was a devout Christian whose walk of faith was characterized by a genuine, encompassing love for everyone she met, including her acceptance and love for the LGBT community.

Her lifelong gift for fashion and performance began with a brief modeling career in Austin and blossomed into a passion for acting and theater. Virginia supported the arts, schools, and library, just to name a few of her passions. Her flair for the dramatic often spilled into her real-life exploits, most notably when she made international headlines for “stealing” the Baby Jesus from Basin Park, an act of theatrical mischief that remains a legendary piece of local history.

Virginia was a woman of exceptional tastes and lived with a certain zest, she was known for her legendary sweet tooth and her signature request for a “filthy” dirty vodka martini.

She is survived by her daughters Renice Wernette, Chris Wernette and her granddaughter, Jolie Wernette-Horn.

Services will be May 1, 2026, at the First United Methodist Church of Eureka Springs at 10:00 A.M. with the Rev Blake Lasater officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you wear your brightest, most colorful attire and your finest jewelry in her honor. Arrangements are under the direction of Nelson Funeral Service. Online condolences may be sent to nelsonfuneral.com. © Nelson Funeral Service, Inc. 2026.

03/30/2026

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Our Chancel Choir's Passion Cantata, a Journey to Hope, by Joseph M. Martin.

A Journey to Hope by Joseph M. Martin, a Cantata based on old spirituals, performed by the Eureka Springs United Methodist Church Chancel Choir.