“Raise Our Ebenezer!”
Celebrating 200 Years of Methodism in Arkansas
October 14, 2017

Join the Arkansas Conference Commission on Archives and History and the Historic Washington State Park as they mark the 200th anniversary of the raising of the first Methodist church building in Arkansas, “Henry’s Chapel” near Hope, Arkansas.

The day’s activities include a worship celebration and communion led by Bishop Gary Mueller, tours of the Washington UMC, Historic Washington State Park, the museum and carriage rides.

A free hamburger lunch will be provided at the WPA Gymnasium across the street from the church. Visitors are invited to dress in character; walking shoes are recommended.

Guests are encouraged to arrive in Washington by 10 a.m. to ride a bus to the worship site. Buses will leave from the WPA Gymnasium, 124 Hwy.195 So., Washington, AR 71862. Email washingtonmethodistchurch@gmail.com or call 870-703-8256 for event information.

What does it mean to “Raise Our Ebenezer?” The Rev. Fred Day, General Secretary, General Commission on Archives and History, Drew University, explains.

Helen Guenter, Chair of the Commission on Archives and History
Josh Keenan, Curator of the Washington State Park Museum
Rev. Keenan Williams, Pastor, Washington UMC and President, Arkansas Conference Historical Society
Rev. Dr. Candace Barron, Chair of Arkansas UMC Museum